RCN Congress
Join us in Liverpool for the nursing event of the year
The highlight of the nursing calendar is back.
Join us at the ACC in Liverpool from Monday 18 to Thursday 21 May 2026 for 4 days of enriching professional and personal development.
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Network
Meet inspiring members, speakers and health care organisations from across the UK.
Learn
Boost your knowledge and expand your horizons with dynamic learning sessions.
Develop
Be inspired to try new things in your workplace and make your own mark on nursing.
Debate
Debate on hot topics affecting nursing. Take to the mic yourself or support others to have their say.
Celebrate nursing. Unlock your potential.
Congress is the ultimate opportunity to network, hear from exceptional keynote speakers and take part in vibrant debates about the issues affecting the nursing workforce.
Plus, with an education and development programme, industry exhibition and buzzing Liverpool location, you're sure to leave Congress feeling energised and inspired.
Celebrate progress. Drive change.
See how we’re making progress against the resolutions that members voted for during vibrant discussions last year.
Celebrate your peers. Find your tribe.
Celebrate excellence. Be inspired.
Celebrate innovation. Connect with industry.
See how we’re making progress against the resolutions that members voted for during vibrant discussions last year.
What our members are saying
Inspirational
"Every aspect of Congress was hugely inspirational, especially the keynote speakers. The debates were motivational too."
Staff nurse
Inclusive
"It was my second Congress. I really enjoyed the camaraderie and togetherness. I felt really included"
Clinical nurse specialist
Informative
"It was informative and organised excellently. I thoroughly enjoyed the day I attended"
Nursing support worker
Page last updated - 12/12/2025
