SAMHSA's Prevention Day

SAMHSA’s Prevention Day brings together 4,000 prevention practitioners, scientists, leaders (federal, state, community, tribal), and consumers at the largest federal gathering dedicated to advancing the prevention of substance use and misuse.

This annual event explores current, emerging, and innovative strategies, policies, programs, practices, and research.

The theme, “Telling the Prevention Story,” underscores sharing the successes of prevention and inspiring action.

The event includes the Prevention Action Center, an interactive learning hub featuring exhibits, tools, and resources.

Monday, February 2, 2026
The Gaylord National in National Harbor, MD

This is a day-long, in-person, free event — but registration is required.

For more details, please visit: https://www.samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/prevention-day
For questions, please email: david.wilson@samhsa.hhs.gov.