Conventions and Events

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Upcoming International Conventions

July 17 - 19, 2026
SA & S-Anon & S-Ateen International Summer Convention – Denver, CO – July 17-19, 2026
Location: Denver, CO, United States
For More Information:
Web: http://denverhope2026.org
Remarks: For More Information: denverhope2026.org Hope Elevated 2026 Together with courage, hope and recovery is possible Three days of fellowship, spiritual renewal, and shared recovery at the foot of the Rockies

Local/Regional Events

April 25, 2026
Unity Day Stepping Into Freedom
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
For More Information:
Web: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefaBTg6CUkR7Vc83SATRyphPdB2FJeRhvM9cS9E8w0Hn0q5A/viewform
Remarks: CENTRAL VALLEY & CENTRAL COAST INTERGROUP PRESENTS THE ANNUAL  UNITY DAY STEPPING INTO FREEDOM Join us for an inspiring day of unity and recovery. Welcome (Coffee & Pastries) | 9:30 am - 10:00 am Speaker Event | 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Clean-up | 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm lunch will be provided WE ARE […]

May 1 - 2, 2026
SA Brazil Convention (Inscrição: I Convenção de SA Brasil)
Location: [To Be Announced]
For More Information:
Web: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctGCUE9JyWhlG0OukNhhuCAcg_HoxQW703krZu9Den1PGneQ/viewform
Remarks: Click here for more information and to register

May 1 - 3, 2026
2026 SA Pittsburgh Annual In-Person Retreat
Location: [To Be Announced]
For More Information:
Web: http://www.pghsaig.com/retreat
Remarks: The Wisdom of the Rooms Guest Speaker: Mike C. — Chicago REGISTRATION OPTIONS $225 — Full Retreat: Private room and all meals included $125 — Commute/non-sleepover: Limited meals SCHEDULE Begins: Friday, May 1 at 5:00 PM Ends: Sunday, May 3 at approximately 2:00 PM CAPACITY Limited to 35 participants REGISTRATION & VOLUNTEERING Email: BILLH.66.87@gmail.com Registration […]

May 2, 2026
Rochester, NY SA Marathon
Location: Rochester, NY, United States
For More Information:
Web: http://www.sarochester.org/marathon
Remarks: The 12 Steps as a Way of Life Click here for more information and to register

May 15 - 17, 2026
2026 Big Bear Men’s Retreat
Location: Big Bear LAke, CA, United States
For More Information:
Web: https://s-events.regfox.com/2026-big-bear-mens-retreat
Remarks: Click here for more information and to register

May 22 - 24, 2026
Stepping Into The Solution
Location: Westerose, Alberta, Canada
For More Information:
Web: http://2026springretreat.ddnsfree.com
Remarks: SA RETREAT 2026 WEEKEND Early Bird before February 1, 2026 $310.00 or Regular Rate: $360.00 DAY RATE Early Bird before February 1, 2026 $110.00 or Regular Rate: $140.00 For weekend attendees, an additional $25/night for Private Room or unserviced RV Site (6 rooms *limited availability) MEALS ARE INCLUDED Vegetarian and Gluten Free options available by […]

May 22 - 24, 2026
Serenity in Big Sky Country
Location: Rollins, MT, United States
For More Information:
Web: https://s-events.regfox.com/sa-spring-montana-retreat
Remarks: Serenity in Big Sky Country The Return to Let Go and Let God ● Meditation Hike ● Cornhole Tournament Click here for more information and to register

May 22 - 24, 2026
SA Ontario 2026 Spring Retreat
Location: Maynooth (Bancroft), Ontario, Canada
For More Information:
Web: https://forms.gle/VpeRzPc2144brk97A
Remarks: Living the 12 Steps One Day at a Time Guest Speakers, Breakout Sessions, Fellowship Registration's Open: March 10- May 15 Cost: $280 All Inclusive ($295 after May 1) Click here for more information and to register Questions: sasudbury@gmail.com

May 29 - 31, 2026
The Big Book: A Design for Living
Location: Dewitt, MI, United States
For More Information:
Web: https://samichiganretreat.regfox.com/sa-michigan-retreat/
Remarks: A dive into how the Big Book of AA outlines recovery from lust and a path of spiritual growth through the 12 steps. Opportunities to join the greater SA fellowship, connect with the beautiful outdoors through all sorts of activities, and participate in breakout spaces for SA topics and community. Click here to register

June 5 - 7, 2026
SA EMER 2026 Regional Assembly and Convention
Location: Tsaghkadzor, Armenia
For More Information:
Web: https://sa-eu.org/meetings-and-events/
Remarks: The Joy and The Freedom Languages of the convention: English, Arabic, Russian, and Farsi We warmly welcome you to register

August 6 - 9, 2026
Colombian SA Convention 2026
Location: La Ceja, Antioquia, Colombia
For More Information:
Web: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM1osKpxuKNG0y-Jhqr1DKUjDiG9F93ZOnkFE9VbaCDIzsRA/viewform
Remarks: The Colombian intergroup will celebrate the XIV National SA convention in August (6,7,8, and 9) in La Ceja, Antioquia. The slogan is  The Next Frontier: Emotional Sobriety.  The event will be held entirely in Spanish:    email: contacto@sacolombia.com;  WA:+57 311 635 08 68  -  + 57 318 285 14 43

September 18 - 20, 2026
NW Fall Regional Retreat
Location: Turner, OR, United States
For More Information:
Web: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260925044872056
Remarks: Click here for more information and to register saportlandmetro.org

March 5 - 7, 2027
Newcastle Conference Aussie Conference
Location: [To Be Announced]
For More Information:
Remarks: International experience Guest speakers Go Karting Mountain bike riding Beaches Music Contact Jason C. +61 499 854 928 We are also looking for guest speakers willing to travel to Australia

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