GXC Live 2026 is an integrated conference (not siloed by discipline) because behavioral health, mental health, wellness, leadership, and community belong together. Across the program connects professionals who want to learn, share, and grow in a space designed for the whole person.
This year, we also expanded with a new Expo Experience: a gathering space for activations, pavilions, and theatres that bring innovation and collaboration to life.
We are proud to recognize High Watch Recovery Center and honor the legacy of its co-founder Marty Mann, on the 50th anniversary of Operation Understanding — a campaign that opened doors and reduced stigma in ways still felt today.
GXC is for professionals who know their work is demanding, and who deserve to feel supported. Attendees consistently tell us they leave our conferences feeling seen, looked after, and re-energized — ready to carry that strength back into their communities.
The conference takes place 6 – 9 December 2026, at the
MGM Grand Hotel and Conference Centre, Las Vegas
Address: 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
MGM Grand Conference Center · MGM Grand Lobby · MGM Grand Valet
There are incredible hotel discounts starting at $218 per night, inclusive of the resort fee (hotel discount ends November 13th 2026). Visit this page for more information.
Rates quoted above are exclusive of the applicable Clark County room tax at the time of stay which is currently 13.38%, subject to change.
For all registered guests, the resort fee includes: wireless internet in the guest room and within the meeting space, unlimited local, domestic long distance (the 50 United States and DC) and toll-free calls; airline boarding pass printing; digital newspaper and magazine downloads through PressReader; access to Paramount+ with SHOWTIME On Demand via in-room television; and fitness center access for guests eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Continuing Education units are included in your registration, providing valuable professional development opportunities. For further information, please contact hello@gxcevents.org.
Wellness is part of every day at GXC. Begin your mornings with yoga or meditation, explore daytime sessions with the latest wellness tools and gadgets, reset with massage, and wind down with calming evening rituals, even bedtime tea.
Sunday, December 6 – 6:30pm – 9:00pm
La Noche Opening Night Reception, Located in the MGM Grand Conference Centre.
Good tunes, good food, entertainment and great people. La Noche is where GXC comes together to start the week on the right note — a relaxed, welcoming reception open to all. This event is included with VIP and General Tickets. Other ticket holders can purchase tickets separately.
Monday 7, Tuesday 8, Wednesday 9, December
Continental breakfast is served in the exhibit hall @ 7:30am for all conference attendees.
Coffee and refreshments: available throughout the day.
Check the conditions of your ticket, as some events are not included in student or scholarship tickets.
Hotel accommodation is additional, although we have secured great rates at the MGM Grand, from $218 inclusive of the resort fee.
Travel to and from the conference is not included.
Meals are not included other than La Noche and three continental breakfasts. You can register for a Clinician and Leadership GXC lunch with a guest speaker at an additional rate.
MGM Grand charges for parking at the hotel conference center. Please visit this page for more information.
The 3-Day VIP ticket All-Access experience:
Please note: Access to Professional lunches is not included with a VIP ticket but may be purchased separately.
Voices for Change: A New Operation Understanding
A Stage for Progress: Conversations in Mental Health and Recovery
On the evening of Wednesday, December 9, the GXC main plenary will serve as a stage for dialogue and reflection, featuring a series of conversations with leading experts in behavioural health alongside notable public figures who have become powerful advocates for mental health and recovery.
The program coincides with the commemoration of Marty Mann’s landmark 1976 Operation Understanding, a moment that helped dismantle stigma and gave voice to the lived experience of recovery. In honoring that legacy, the sessions will bridge past and present—spotlighting progress, pressing challenges, and the cultural forces that continue to shape how communities understand and support mental health.
If you lose your conference badge, it is $100 to replace it. Go to the registration desk for assistance.
Please note: This badge is required for access to all sessions, the Opening Reception, and the Exhibit Hall. Please wear your badge at all times.
All requests to substitute registrants must be made in writing by email at registration@gxcevents.org
Failure to attend any event (whether in-person, virtual, or on-demand) does not qualify for a refund.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable, including fees for optional items such as VIP upgrades, CE credits, merchandise, or meal add-ons.
No refunds will be issued for virtual or on-demand events under any circumstances.
If you can no longer attend an Event (live or virtual), you may transfer your ticket to a colleague by submitting a written request to registration@gxcevents.org at least 5 days prior to the Event.
Yes, MGM Grand is an accessible venue. You may want to consider renting an electric scooter as the distance from the hotel to the conference centre is quite long but once there the conference is on one level.
See our registration page for other types of tickets.
Attending GXC Live 2026 is an investment in both your professional growth and where applicable, your organization’s success.
To make it easier to request support from your employer, we’ve created a Request to Attend Letter that outlines the value of the conference.
GXC Live is designed for individuals to meet, learn, and recharge—and for entire teams, from executives and outreach to clinical, medical, wellness, and support staff. Organizations that attend as a group see the greatest ROI, with fully transferable resources, training, and practices that strengthen staff, programs, and outcomes.
GXC provides organizations submitting for groups of 5 or more people to receive a discount for the entire group. Complete the form in the link below to submit a group discount request.
A member of the team will email you your discount code within 3 working days of submitting your request.
Once you receive your discount you will proceed to the GXC Live Registration form to complete registrations for all your group. You can then apply the discount prior to check-out.
Save $100 per person when you bring 5 attendees
Save $125 pp when you bring 10 attendees
Save $150 pp when you bring 15 attendees
Save $200 pp when you bring 20 or more
Please use this form to submit your group request.
General tickets include: All GXC Live and On Demand sessions, General tickets include Opening Reception, Preconference sessions, Book Signings, Wellness Experiences, Continuing Education credits, (where applicable), GXC EXPO access with Continental Breakfast and Refreshment Breaks, Full access to our virtual platform for 30 days after the event.
VIP tickets include: All details from a General Ticket PLUS: personalized check-in, VIP seating at all sessions and pre-conference sessions, Priority check at GXC special events, Meet & Greet GXC Speaker Opportunities and all details in General Tickets.
We do not provide discounts for any add-ons.
Please note: Federally Funded Groups will not receive a further discount as the tickets are already discounted.
A member of the team will email you your discount code within 3 working days of submitting your request.
Once you receive your discount you will proceed to the GXC Live Registration form to complete registrations for all your group. You can then apply the discount prior to check-out.
Yes, of course. If there is space available, tickets will be available on the first day of the conference.
Virtual tickets go on sale in the summer of 2026. For more information, please contact us at registration@gxcevents.org
Your registration includes the following:
Sunday, December 6 – 6:30pm – 9:00pm: La Noche Opening Night Reception
Monday 7, Tuesday 8, Wednesday 9, December: Continental breakfast is served in the exhibit hall @ 7.30am
Coffee and refreshments: available throughout the day.
You may also add daily Clinician Lunches with guest speakers during registration for an additional fee.
Yes! We offer private event coordination at the MGM Grand Las Vegas during GXC, including dinners, receptions, and immersive entertainment experiences for your organization or group.
Here are just a few of the on-site private and group event options available:
Please contact – registration@gxcevents.org to start exploring your company’s visibility.
Yes. GXC 2026 will feature daily wellness sessions, immersive exhibit hall activations, and our signature La Noche opening reception. From morning yoga to evening rituals, interactive tech to community lounges, there will be opportunities to connect, recharge, and celebrate throughout the week.
More experiences will be announced as we get closer to the event.
Yes! GXC offers high-visibility sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities within our dynamic Exhibit Hall.
Please fill out this interest form and either Ryan Abell or Beth Berkheimer will reach out to you.
You can also call 415-569-3334 for all exhibitor and sponsor inquiries
General move-in: Sunday, December 6: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Breakdown begins: Wednesday, December 9: 3:00pm
Monday, December 7: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Tuesday, December 8: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Wednesday, December 9: 7:30am to 3:00pm
Once you have registered your booth, you will receive additional information from Freeman Services.
If you are interested in selling a product in the exhibit hall, please send an email request to registration@gxcevents.org.
Attendees will receive basic WiFi in guest rooms and meeting spaces as part of the resort fee. You can sign up for dedicated WiFi when you register your booth.
We are offering 40+ potential CEUs from world-renowned presenters and educators. Attendees can expect to earn 20 over the course of the conference.
Please send an email to registration@gxcevents.org with your questions.
The live agenda will be available on the website and the app. It will include speakers, bios and topics.
The final agenda will be live 8 months out – today you can keep up to date with the speakers and experiences on the website and take advantage of our discounted ticket rate early!!!
Applications to present at GXC LIVE 2026 are now open click here.
Yes, just be sure that you sign in and sign out of every session at the conference to receive your CEUs.
Business casual, or just casual is fine. The conference center is air-conditioned, so a sweater or light jacket is a good idea.
Be sure to sign up for our email list here.
If you want to stay in touch with the amazing GXC community, just use the hashtag #GXC2026
Yes, your point of contact is Lori Phillips.
We are offering partial scholarships during 2026. Complete the form on the Scholarship Application page.
Many companies are willing to reimburse their staff for attending GXC to support their professional development, and attendees can earn Continuing Education units.
Yes, a full list of presenters, titles, and bios will be available on the website.
GXC Live is a bi-annual event.
We are offering partial scholarships in 2026. Many companies are willing to reimburse their staff for attending GXC for their professional development, and you can earn Continuing Education units.
Yes, many of the sessions will be recorded at GXC2026.
Yes, if you drive to the conference MGM Grand collects a parking fee. This is one reason why it makes sense to book your hotel through the conference. There are discounted hotel rates for the MGM Grand. This discount ends November 13th 2026. You can book your hotel here.
Transportation from Harry Reid International Airport (Las Vegas)
Taxis are available at the airport and cost around $20–$30 to the Strip, with a travel time of about 10–15 minutes.
Rideshares such as Uber and Lyft are also available and usually cost between $15–$25 depending on demand.
Shuttle services run regularly, with shared rides starting around $10–$15 per person. Private car services can also be booked in advance.
Public buses operate from the airport to the Strip for about $6, taking 30–40 minutes.
Walking from the airport is not recommended.
Here’s the official airport website for Harry Reid International Airport:
You can find general airport info, flight updates, terminal maps, transportation details, and more on the official website.
Scam alert: Third parties have tried to sell fake “GXC attendee lists” and push unauthorized hotel bookings and exhibit sponsorship phishing.
GXC does not rent or sell email lists, and we do not use outside housing providers. Only book through the official reservation link on the GXC website or directly with the hotel.
Freeman is our official Expo Manager and will understand your need to authenticate if necessary.
If contacted by any solicitor, do not engage or pay. If you’re unsure, don’t pay until you’ve spoken with our team. Questions or reports: sam@gxcevents.org.
See our Policies and Agreements for more.
Security Notice: GXC never sells attendee lists or uses outside housing providers. Only book through our official links. If you’re unsure, do not pay until you’ve spoken with our team.
