2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum registration is now open

Attendees can earn continuing education credits while learning about the latest tax developments

IR-2026-33, March 6, 2026

WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service today announced that registration is now open for the 2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum, the agency's largest annual outreach event designed specifically for the tax professional community.

This summer, the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum will be held in five cities: Chicago, New Orleans, New York City, Orlando, and San Diego. The forums offer enrolled agents, certified public accountants, Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) participants, and other tax professionals the opportunity to earn continuing education credits.

Each forum is a three-day event featuring more than 40 seminars and workshops led by IRS experts and partner organizations on the latest federal tax law updates, IRS procedures, and emerging issues affecting the tax industry. Attendees can earn up to 18 continuing education (CE) credits by participating in sessions held Tuesday through Thursday.

Locations and registration details

The following is the 2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum lineup:

Attendees who act by the June 15 Early Bird deadline can take advantage of the lowest registration rate of $275 per person. Standard pricing of $329 begins after June 15 and ends two weeks before each forum. On-site registration is also available for $409.

Members of the following partner associations can save an additional $10 on the Early Bird rate:

• American Bar Association
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• National Association of Enrolled Agents
• National Association of Tax Professionals
• National Society of Accountants
• National Society of Tax Professionals

Members should contact their association directly for a Nationwide Tax Forum discount code.

Forum highlights

Attendees get more than continuing education when they attend the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum. Additional benefits include the:

• Exhibit Hall. Industry representatives showcase the latest tax technology and products.
• IRS Speakers Corner. Tax professionals engage with seminar speakers and other subject matter experts on the latest developments.
• Case Resolution Program appointments. IRS representatives with specialized expertise meet one-on-one with tax professionals to help resolve issues. This service is available by appointment only. Registered attendees may schedule appointments in advance.
• Digital Account Services. IRS experts provide guidance on accessing IRS online accounts and using real-time online services.
• Pre-Forum events. On Mondays, IRS partners from the NAEA, NATP, NSA, NSTP, and Padgett Business Services will present strategies to help new and experienced tax professionals attract and manage their customers, increase productivity, and improve work-life balance.
• Annual Filing Season Refresher. Also on Mondays, IRS association partners will offer an optional Annual Filing Season Refresher for participants in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program.

Registration information

For more information and to register online, visit https://www.irstaxforum.com.