Two events, one location!
Join us in Washington, D.C., this spring.
The 2026 Blueberry Hill Climb and Industry Meetings will be held March 2-6 in Washington, D.C.
The Blueberry Hill Climb is the only event that brings together growers, handlers, researchers and allied industry members to address the blueberry industry’s biggest policy priorities with the U.S. Congress and the administration.
This is also a great opportunity to participate in your USHBC and NABC committee meetings, network with your peers, learn from engaging speakers and even have a little fun!
Schedule
All events will take place at The Watergate Hotel. The Blueberry Hill Climb will take place Monday-Wednesday, and those attendees will go off-site to Capitol Hill on Wednesday. Ground transportation will be provided. Industry Meetings will take place Thursday-Friday. Please note, the schedule may change frequently. Check back for updates.
Registration Details
Early-Bird Deadline
The deadline for early-bird registration rates and the discounted hotel rate is January 23. After this date, registration pricing will increase. In addition, the hotel cannot guarantee availability or the discounted group rate.
Are you an NABC Member?
Be sure to select the Member ticket at checkout to enjoy your member discount!
How to Register Additional Attendees
For the best experience, please set up an account in Glue Up, our new registration portal, in order to register for this event. For any assistance pertaining to your Glue Up profile, please contact Amanda Griffin at [email protected].
Guests
If you are registering a guest for the Capitol Secrets Bus Tour, please be sure to enter in their contact information in the second ticket.
Cancellation Policy
NABC will issue a full refund of the registration fee for written cancellation requests received by Feb. 2, 2026. NABC will not issue refunds after this date, but you can transfer your registration to a colleague at no charge. Requests to deviate from this policy will be taken on a case-by-case basis. All written requests should be emailed to Stacy Plarr at [email protected].
Hill Climb Registration Pricing
The Blueberry Hill Climb registration fee includes the Welcome Reception; all education and meals; going to Capitol Hill; and the Red, White and Blueberry Reception. These events are scheduled for March 2-4.
| Hill Climb Registration Categories | Early Bird (until Jan. 23) | Regular (starting Jan. 24) |
| Hill Climb Member | $550 | $650 |
| Hill Climb Nonmember | $600 | $700 |
Click below and log in to your Glue Up account to register today!
Industry Meeting Registration Pricing
The Industry Meetings Keynote and Meals package includes breakfast on Thursday and Friday, lunch on Thursday and all education speakers. The Capitol Secrets Bus Tour has a limited capacity, so save your seat today! All committee meetings are complimentary to attend. These events are scheduled for March 5-6.
| Industry Meetings Registration Categories | Early Bird (until Jan. 23) | Regular (starting Jan. 24) |
| Keynote and Meals Package | $299 | $399 |
| NABC Board Meeting | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| NABC United Blueberry Advisory Committee Meeting | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| NABC Crop Report | Free for Members | $200 for Nonmembers |
| NABC Virtual Crop Report | Free for Members | $200 for Nonmembers |
| USHBC Industry Engagement Committee Meeting | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| USHBC Promotion Committee Meeting | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| USHBC Council Meeting | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Capitol Secrets Bus Tour | $100 | $100 |
Click below and log in to your Glue Up account to register today!
Travel Information
The 2026 Blueberry Hill Climb and Industry Meetings event will take place at the Watergate Hotel. While the deadline for our group rate has passed, please contact the Watergate Hotel directly to check availability and pricing. Be sure to mention the NABC Hill Climb!
The Watergate Hotel
2650 Virginia Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone: 844-617-1972
While we encourage you to stay at the Watergate, if there is no availability, please see below for a list of alternative hotels nearby:
- Melrose Georgetown Hotel – 0.6 miles
- Hotel AKA Washington Circle – 0.8 miles
- Courtyard by Marriott Washington DC Foggy Bottom – 0.8 miles
- Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Georgetown – 1 mile
- Le Meridien Arlington – 1.9 miles
The closest airport is the Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), which is about 15 minutes from the hotel. Another option is Dulles Airport (IAD), which is about 45 minutes from the hotel.
For any housing questions, please email Stacy Plarr at [email protected].
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Sponsorships
Want to stand out with the blueberry leaders attending The Blueberry Hill Climb & Industry Meetings? Reach out to Mandy Boarman at [email protected] for details on sponsorships and exhibiting opportunities.
