EVENT DATES & TIMES

1st July – 2nd July 2026

EVENT LOCATION

Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Melbourne, Victoria

EVENT CONTACTS

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Event Summary – National Sports & Physical Activity Convention


The National Sports & Physical Activity Convention (NSC) returns on 1- 2 July 2026 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, bringing together two days of insight, innovation and connection. Widely recognised as the Asia-Pacific’s leading knowledge-sharing and networking event for the sports, recreation and physical activity sector, the convention continues to set the standard for collaboration and progress across the industry.

Following a standout 2025 event—which welcomed more than 1,700 attendees and delivered 50+ workshops, inspiring keynotes, and the region’s largest Sports & Recreation Expo; NSC 2026 is set to build even further on that momentum.


Event Program: National Sports Convention


This year’s program delivers a full conference experience, featuring more than 140 speakers across panel discussions, PitchFEST sessions, networking events, interactive workshops, and hands-on experiences. Built to deliver practical, real-world outcomes, the program covers the breadth of the industry, from grassroots participation through to elite performance and active community environments.

Beyond the sessions, attendees can take advantage of exceptional networking opportunities with over 1,700 industry professionals, peak bodies, and global thought leaders. It’s a place to share ideas, build strong partnerships, and contribute to the conversations shaping the future of sport, recreation, and physical activity.

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Why Be Part of the Sports Expo in Melbourne?


NSC 2026 will bring together the sport, recreation and play industry under one roof. The exhibition floor will be the central centre of activity, showcasing innovative products, services and technologies from leading organisations. Attendees may explore the latest solutions, from advanced fitness equipment to eco-friendly materials, while interacting directly with exhibitors. With interactive activations and hands-on demonstrations, the Expo creates meaningful opportunities to experience new ideas in action and understand how they can improve operations and services.

Building on the success of NSC25, NSC26 continues to expand its reach and impact through new opportunities for exhibitor interaction and partnership. New initiatives, policy discussions and strategic partnerships will explore the industry’s role in shaping a better future. The event brings together key industry bodies across health, education, sport, physical activity, fitness, government, sport and recreation facilities, the play industry and tertiary institutions.

Sports Expo Melbourne: Exhibiting with Impact


At the National Sports and Physical Activity Convention, standing out on a busy show floor is key to making meaningful connections. At Grand Stand Events, we design and build exhibition stands that help exhibitors capture attention, spark conversations, and clearly communicate what they do best. Whether it’s a streamlined modular setup or a fully custom-built solution, every stand is created to reflect your brand and present your products and services in a practical, engaging way that connects with attendees across the sport, recreation and play sector.

We manage the entire process from concept and design through to construction, delivery, installation and pack-down, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish. That way, you can stay focused on networking, showcasing your solutions, and generating quality leads throughout the event. For inspiration, our project gallery features recent stand builds and shows how we help clients strengthen their presence and stand out on the show floor.

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From design to construction the team where amazing. Customer service and quality is outstanding! Looking forward to working with them again!

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FAQs | National Sports & Physical Activity Convention

Tickets for the National Sports & Physical Activity Convention are released at the end of each year, ahead of the following year’s event. Early release ensures attendees can secure their place across the conference, expo, and networking program well in advance.

A full delegate pass gives you access to all NSC conference sessions, the Sports & Recreation Expo, and the Industry Networking Event. Attendees can also add an Industry Tour during registration for an additional fee, offering an exclusive look inside leading facilities and initiatives across the sector.

Yes. NSC offers a group discount: for every five delegate registrations purchased, you pay for only four. To access this offer, all five registrations must be completed in a single transaction at the time of booking.

Once registration and payment are complete, you will receive a confirmation email containing a QR code. This QR code will be re-sent in the week of the event and can be used to print your delegate badge at the on-site registration terminals.

Get In Touch With Grand Stand Events

To enquire about our custom exhibition stand services, reach out to a member of our team so we can help you make the most of being an exhibitor this year at the National Sports Convention in Melbourne.