2026 Southern Region AAAE Conference
February 1-3, 2026
Louisville, KY
Held In conjunction with the Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists (SAAS) Meeting
Research Conference Host: Mississippi State University
More information is available on the conference website.
Lodging
Omni Lousiville Hotel
400 S 2nd St.
Louisville, KY 40202
FOR LODGING RESERVATIONS AT THE OMNI:
- To make reservations by phone, call 800-843-6664 and be sure to ask for the Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists group rate. You can also say SAASgroup rate.
- To make reservations online at the SAAS group rate, use the following link: 2026 SAASConference
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- Make sure you change dates on the Omni’s reservations opening page to the dates you need; otherwise, it may say selected rooms are unavailable.
- Deadline to reserve at group rate: Tuesday, JANUARY 16,
2026SAAS Group Rates:
$194/+ tax double/single/triple/quad rooms
HOTEL AMENITIES AND INFORMATION
- Check in: 3:00 pm - Check out: 11:00 am
- HOTEL PARKING: All parking at the hotel is conducted by valet.
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- The current overnight rate is $45.00 plus tax per vehicle per night. Rates are subject to change without notice
- Group Rate will be honored for extended stay from Monday, January 26, 2026 through Saturday, February 7, 2026 if available.
- Internet: Complimentary internet in guestrooms for Omni Select Guest Registration: Select Guest Loyalty Program for information and to enroll.
- Fitness Center: Complimentary access to hotel’s fitness center.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Omni Louisville Hotel website for information purposes only. See above for lodging and registration information.
Ground Transportation
The conference hotel is approximately 7 miles from the Louisville International Airport (SDF). The hotel does not offer shuttle services. Ride share and taxi options are available at the airport.
Conference Registration Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you must cancel your conference registration, please do so as soon as possible. Substitutions are accepted. Full reimbursement of conference registration fees will be provided up to 21 days prior to the first day of the conference. Family emergencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the AAAE Executive Committee. Requests for reimbursement must be made to Dr. Theresa Murphrey, AAAE Treasurer.