Entertainment & Networking

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Tabletop Gallery

Thursday, March 6-8

The Tabletop Gallery, located in the Texas Ballroom Foyer on the 4th floor of Marriott Marquis Houston, provides a great opportunity to network with your fellow NCA Convention attendees and explore business solutions with table top exhibitors. Enjoy breakfast and snacks, NCA's Environmental/Sustainability Project, and the opportunity to support a local charity!

"The Art of Houston" Welcome Reception

Thursday, March 6 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Altitude Rooftop & Pool on the 6th floor of the Marriott Marquis Houston

Listen to the modern classical stylings of the Divisi String Pop Trio as you sample great food, bourbon and cigars and have your photo taken in a roaming photo booth with old and new friends.

Luncheon & Awards Presentation

Friday, March 7 | 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Luncheon Sponsored by Louis Dreyfus Company.

Origin of the Year Award sponsored by
Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee.

Individual Recognition Awards sponsored by Eight O’Clock Coffee.

Enjoy a delicious luncheon and celebrate the great achievements in our industry - open to all attendees!

IWCA Breakfast

Friday, March 7 | 8:00 am – 9:15 am

Ticketed event - pre-registration required

Closing Reception "2026: NCA in the Sunshine State"

Friday, March 7 | 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Come along as we celebrate "2026: NCA in the Sunshine State" as we prepare to go back to Tampa! Enjoy the stylings of both a ukulele artist and a steel drum band!

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