R&DA Heads To Buckhead!
October 27-29, 2026

R&DA is delighted to announce that the 2026 Fall Meeting & Exhibition will be held October 27–29, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead. Conveniently located just 23 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), this premier downtown hotel places attendees within walking distance of Atlanta’s historic landmarks, world-class dining, vibrant parks, museums, and entertainment. The program will showcase an outstanding lineup of presentations, engaging discussions, and a dynamic food exhibition, all designed to spark new ideas and collaborations. Attendees will also have exclusive opportunities to connect with government key decision makers and industry leaders. We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable meeting in the heart of Buckhead!  Registration details will be posted about mid-June.

Click the below button below to pay meeting registration by PayPal. Direct payment link can also be emailed upon request to tbarclay@militaryfood.org. (Meeting registration form must also be sent directly to R&DA)

LOCATION
Grand Hyatt Buckhead
3300 Peachtree Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30305, USA

BE PART OF R&DA’s FALL EXHIBITION!
The exhibition portion of our program will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2026. To ensure full attendance, including key decision makers, at the exhibition, R&DA will not serve lunch on this day so attendees will be ready to sample your items. There will be networking opportunities to connect with government key decision makers from foodservice facilities and buyers to major food/packaging channels which will run from 12:30PM until 3:00 PM. Exhibit application will be available about mid-June!

Click the below button to pay for your booth via PayPal. Direct payment link can also be emailed upon request to tbarclay@militaryfood.org. (Meeting exhibit application must also be emailed directly to R&DA)