 
                            Affiliate Events
44th Annual V.G. Young School for County Tax Assessor-Collectors
We invite county tax assessor-collectors and their staff members to expand their knowledge with accurate, timely information from well-respected speakers. The V.G. Young Institute is excited to work with the TACA board and its members to plan this event to meet the needs of all 254 counties.
Registration opens August 2026.
                            Registration opens August 2026.
 November 17, 2026 - November 19, 2026
                                    
                                             09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Galveston Island Convention Center
                                            5600 Seawall Blvd  
Galveston, TX 77551
                                    
                                        Galveston, TX 77551
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Education & Training
Fall Judicial Education Session
 November 18, 2026 - November 20, 2026
                                    
                                             08:00 AM - 12:30 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Sonesta Bee Cave Austin Hotel
                                            12525 Bee Cave Pkwy.  
Bee Cave, TX 78738
                                    
                                        Bee Cave, TX 78738
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Education & Training
Judicial Orientation for New County Judges
The Judicial Orientation for New County Judges is a great opportunity for newly-elected county judges to meet their peers and other professionals in judicial education. New judges will become acquainted with the key functions of their judicial duties.
                             February 01, 2027 - February 05, 2027
                                    
                                             09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Overton Hotel & Conference Center
                                            2322 Mac Davis Ln.  
Lubbock, TX 79401
                                    
                                        Lubbock, TX 79401
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Education & Training
Basics of County Investments Course
The Basics of County Investments Course offers classroom instruction appropriate for all levels interested in the essentials of investing public funds.
                             February 02, 2027 - February 05, 2027
                                    
                                             08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
                                            1001 E McCarty Ln  
San Marcos, TX 78666
                                    
                                        San Marcos, TX 78666
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Hybrid Events
Join us for Healthy County Boot Camp where wellness industry experts and your peers will share powerful tips, strategies and resources you can use to help county officials and employees lead healthier lives.
                             February 10, 2027 - February 12, 2027
                                    
                                             09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center
                                            1101 Woodlawn Avenue  
Georgetown, TX
                                    
                                        Georgetown, TX
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Affiliate Events
2027 County and District Clerks' Association of Texas Winter Conference
 February 16, 2027 - February 19, 2027
                                    
                                             08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel Spa & Conference Center
                                            1001 E McCarty Ln.  
San Marcos, TX 78666
                                    
                                        San Marcos, TX 78666
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Affiliate Events
69th Annual V.G. Young School for County Commissioners Courts
For more information, contact the V.G. Young Institute of County Government at (979) 845 4572.
 
Registration opens November 2026.
                            Registration opens November 2026.
 February 16, 2027 - February 18, 2027
                                    
                                             09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Brazos County Expo Center
                                            5827 Leonard Rd.  
Bryan, TX 77807
                                    
                                        Bryan, TX 77807
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Affiliate Events
Spring Panhandle County Judges and Commissioners Association Conference
 March 04, 2027 - March 04, 2027
                                    
                                             08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Texas A&M Agrilife High Plains Research and Extension Center
                                            3211 Russell Long Blvd  
Canyon, TX 79105
                                    
                            Canyon, TX 79105
 
                            Education & Training
Spring Judicial Education Session
The Spring Judicial Education Session of the Texas Judicial Academy will give county judges an excellent opportunity to learn and fellowship with judges from across the state and discuss a wide range of topics that impact judicial duties.
Registration will open in September 2026.
                            Registration will open in September 2026.
 March 10, 2027 - March 12, 2027
                                    
                                             08:00 AM - 11:30 AM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Overton Hotel & Conference Center
                                            2322 Mac Davis Ln  
Lubbock, TX 79401
                                    
                                        Lubbock, TX 79401
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Education & Training
The County Elections Academy will provide education and resources for county officials and personnel responsible for holding efficient and secure elections. The conference will provide information about the biggest election-related issues facing Texas county officials.
                             March 21, 2027 - March 23, 2027
                                    
                                             03:00 PM - 12:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center
                                            1101 Woodlawn Ave.  
Georgetown, TX 78628
                                    
                                        Georgetown, TX 78628
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Hybrid Events
County Management & Risk Conference
Resources and Solutions for Counties
                             March 31, 2027 - April 01, 2027
                                    
                                             10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    Kalahari Resort & Conventions
                                            3301 Kalahari Blvd.  
Round Rock, TX 78665
                                    
                                        Round Rock, TX 78665
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                             
                            Education & Training
Court Assistants Training Conference
The Court Assistants Training Conference presents an opportunity for the county judge's staff to learn more about the management and operation of judicial and administrative procedures of the judge's office.
Registration will open in September 2026.
                            Registration will open in September 2026.
 April 14, 2027 - April 17, 2027
                                    
                                             08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                    
                                    
                                            
                                        
                                                    AC Hotel Waco Downtown
                                             600 Mary Ave.  
Waco, TX 76701
                                    
                                        Waco, TX 76701
                                            Multi-day
                                        
                            