2026 Annual Education & Training Conference

Valley Forge, PA

"Celebrating 113 years of the PA Chiefs of Police History: 

A Legacy of Integrity, Professionalism, Leadership, Courage and Participation"

*Attendee Registration is now OPEN!*

 
  •  Sunday VIP Guest SpeakerRocky Bleier: a war veteran, national collegiate football champion, and four-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers.  Rocky Bleier won four Super Bowls with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970s (Super Bowls IX, X, XIII, and XIV), overcoming severe leg injuries sustained in the Vietnam War to have a successful NFL career. He is a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor and is celebrated for his perseverance.
  • Monday Business Meeting: Special Guest PA Attorney General, David Sunday will speak to the membership.  Join the PCPA President and Board of Directors in discussion regarding the association’s governance, finances and election of new board members. The "Best Booth  Awards" will also be announced.
  • Monday Incoming President’s Reception & Dinner – This year’s theme is, “Celebrating the PCPA and America”.  This event is all about the stars and stripes and celebrating the PCPA’s 113th Conference and Americas 250th birthday.  You’re encouraged to the wear the colors of our American flag, red, white and blue.  Also, the band EarCandy will be rocking the place!  They’re known locally as, "Philadelphia's Most Diverse High-Energy Cover Band Experience!" So, plan on attending and help Incoming President, Pat Molloy from Abington Police Department celebrate! 
  • Tuesday Banquet (Ticketed Event) Installation of the new PCPA President & Board of Directors and Awards Ceremony.  Dinner cost is $80.00.
  • Exhibitor Displays: The Show Floor opens on Sunday at 3:00 PM. 
    • New this year is our Welcome Reception with Exhibitors on Sunday from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.  Stroll among the exhibits and mingle while enjoying hors d’ oeuvres and beverages.  This is an added opportunity to network with exhibitors and find out more about what they have to offer.
    • BLACKOUT BINGO: Each attendee will receive a BLACKOUT BINGO card upon check-in at Registration and must visit and receive a stamp from all participating exhibit booths to be entered in the Grand Prize drawing on Monday at 1:30 PM.  
  • Mobile App:  Will be available closer to the event.  Watch for an email on "How to Download" the Mobile App.
  • Conference Costs:
    • PCPA Member Registration - $475
    • Non-PCPA Member (For LEO’s who are not active members with the PCPA) - $450
    • PCPA Retired Member - $100
    • One Day Registration - $150
    • Guest Registration (Spouse/Family of PCPA Member) - $325
    • Child, 13 – 18 years old - $50
    • Child, 12 and under - $0