Planning to attend the 2026 New England Newspaper Convention in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, March 13–14? Now is the time to book your hotel accommodations, as the official convention hotel room block is open and rooms are currently available.
Attendees can reserve rooms at the Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown, in Portsmouth, NH, through the convention’s booking link below at the following discounted rates: rooms with two queen beds are available for $169 per night, and king rooms are available for $209 per night, plus standard hotel taxes and fees. All room rates include a hot breakfast each day. Participants are encouraged to book early to secure their preferred room type.
NENPA Room Block March 13-14, 2026
The 2026 convention will bring together journalists, editors, publishers, educators, and newsroom leaders from across New England for two days of learning, connection, and celebration in historic downtown Portsmouth. This year’s theme, “Honoring the Past. Celebrating the Present. Inspiring the Future.” reflects both the legacy of New England journalism and the innovation shaping its future.
The convention will once again feature the Better Newspaper Competition Awards Banquet on the evening of Saturday, March 14, recognizing outstanding work from newsrooms across the region. This year’s competition saw one of the strongest participation levels in recent years, highlighting the continued strength and creativity of local journalism.
Two of New England’s most respected lifetime journalism honors will also be presented during the convention. The New England Newspaper Hall of Fame Induction Dinner will take place on Friday, March 13, honoring individuals whose careers have made a lasting impact on journalism in the region. The Yankee Quill Awards Luncheon, held on Saturday, March 14, will recognize distinguished service to journalism, civic life, and community leadership.
Additional details, including convention registration, programming, speakers, and networking events, will be released soon. In the meantime, attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations now and mark their calendars for a memorable gathering of New England’s journalism community.