A Button Revolution
NBS Annual Convention
July 26-August 1, 2026
Manchester, NH
The 2026 convention will be a celebration of 250 years of how buttons have figured in fashion history. Count on a week of fun in Manchester,NH where you’ll be able to participate in insightful presentations, search for your newest treasures in the dealer showroom, and participate in a daytrip (or two!) through the rich history that the area offers.
DoubleTree by Hilton
700 Elm Street
Manchester, NH 03103
603-625-1000
Reservations
Room Rates:
King or Queen Room – $154
Queen (3 people) -$164
Double Queen, or King (4 people) – $174
Self Parking
Daily: $7; Overnight: $14
2026 Video Announcement
Secrets Are Hard To Keep, 2 minutes
Volunteer
Would you like to volunteer to work at the convention? Volunteers make our events happen, and we always have great fun while sharing our passion for buttons! Click below to see available slots.
2026 Creative Challenges
The NBS challenges you to get creative!
Every year as part of the Annual National Convention everyone is invited to participate in the Creative Challenge. Participation can be online or in person at the convention. See the Challenges listed in the December 2025 Button Bulletin and choose any or all! The deadline for entering the 2026 Creative Challenge is July 20, 2026.
Full details and requirements, and NBS store items for entry purchase, will be available at the beginning of January 2026.
- All entries require a small entry fee
- No limit on the number of entries per Challenge per person.
- All entries must be purchased by July 20th 2026 and may be submitted
- On site on Monday July27th at the 2026 NBS convention OR
- Online via email by July 20th to creative@nationalbuttonsociety.org
Entries will be shared at the 2026 Fall Fest. Get your creative juices flowing and have fun!
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