NWTF 2026

[redwad]

Well I decided to take some vacation time off work and go to my first nwtf convention. What tips and advice do you guys have for someone who has never been?

[EZ]

It's BIG, lol. Make sure you get directions (the have great signage) to the custom call building. It's separate from the main show area.

[Zobo]

Go see a show at the Grand Ole Opry if you've never have. It's very close to the convention and is a legendary musical venue. Worth visiting even if you're not 100% into country music.

[Tail Feathers]

LOTS of walking, wear good shoes.  Walking shoes.  Take a backpack for the stuff you buy, handouts and such.  Take water.  And lots of money.  LOL
Enjoy the calling contests some.  Find the call making part, it was moved to elsewhere in that huge hotel.
It's a blast, but your feet will be tired at the end of the day.

[PalmettoRon]

Try to go on Thursday or early Friday. The weekend is jammed with folks. Agree with hitting up the Grand Ole Opry, but buy tix in advance.

[Notsoyoungturk]

Wear layers.  It is February outside but gets very warm inside with all of those people.

[redwad]

I appreciate the input. I have the hotel booked and bought concert tickets for that Wednesday. Can't wait to go.

[Bwk]

My Nwtf rep says they have construction going on this year and have lost alot of parking for the convention. Building another ballroom i guess. That and being the 50th year its going to be crowded! But have fun, its awesome!!

[zelmo1]

Go see Mike Robare if you are looking at box calls or trumpets.Z

[Notsoyoungturk]

If you don't want to pay the Opryland parking charge or parking is full, you can always park across the street and take the shuttle.  There is also a mall behind it.  Some people will park at the mall and walk in.

[Zobo]

There is also a mall behind it.  Some people will park at the mall and walk in.

Guys, be careful with that mall, my wife and daughter did more damage to my net worth at that mall than I did at the convention 🤣😆😊🙄😳

[tal]

     Should be warning signs... Park here at your financial risk.