2026 General Information
Register for our CEU/CME Workshops:
Maximize Your RSA Experience | Earn More, Learn More, Get Ahead
You’re already registered for the 49th Annual RSA Scientific Meeting, taking place June 20–24, 2026 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk and we’re excited to welcome you to an exceptional week of science, connection, and discovery.
But why wait until Sunday to get started?
Arrive Early. Earn More CE. Gain a Competitive Edge.
This year, we’re elevating your experience with accredited pre-conference workshops on Saturday, June 20, designed based on overwhelmingly positive feedback from the 2025 Annual Meeting. For the first time, these sessions are strategically scheduled before the main meeting sessions, so you can deepen your learning without missing a moment of the core scientific program.
The opportunity:
Instead of earning up to 18 CE hours, you can now earn up to 26 total CE hours, giving you more value, more credentials, and more practical tools to take back to your work.
Choose the Sessions That Fit Your Goals
Culturally-Informed Brief Motivational Interventions
Chair: Craig Field, MPH, PhD
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $150 | 4 CE Hours
Gain actionable tools to lead culturally-informed conversations around behavior change and substance use, grounded in Self-Determination Theory.
Gender-Affirming Care in Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment
Chair: Kristina Padilla, BS, MA
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $150 | 4 CE Hours
Strengthen your clinical approach with best practices for supporting transgender, genderfluid, and gender-nonconforming individuals across treatment settings.
Recovery Capital: Unlocking the Full Journey of Recovery
Chair: Peter Nielsen, BS, MA
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $150 | 4 CE Hours
Explore the full continuum of recovery and learn how to better support clients at every stage with meaningful, resource-driven strategies.
Why Add a Workshop?
✔ Expand your CE credits
✔ Gain immediately applicable skills
✔ Learn in focused, interactive environments
✔ Start networking before the main conference begins
Secure Your Spot
These high-impact workshops are offered at a nominal fee and space is limited.
Arrive early. Invest in your growth. Walk away with more.
Step-by-Step Guide to Add CME/CEU Workshops to Your RSA 2026 Registration
- Log in to your RSA account and go to the Online Registration Site.
- In the left-hand menu, click on “Online Registration.”
Satellite Meetings at RSA 2026 Annual Meeting
Check out the satellite sessions on Saturday, June 20th. If you are interested in attending any of the sessions, please reach out directly to the organizers which are noted on the linked flyers.
- 5th Annual Research on Alcohol and HIV Satellite Meeting View Flyer
- Integrative Neurosciences Initiative on Alcoholism (INIA) - Neuroimmune View Flyer
- 5th Occasional Meeting of the NIAAA Working Group on Intervention Development for Alcohol-Related Interpersonal Dynamics: A Collaboration with Georgia State University View Flyer
- INIAstress Satellite Meeting View Flyer
Annual Meeting Hotel:
Grand Hyatt, San Antonio, TX
Located on the river walk of San Antonio, RSA attendees and guests can take breaks from exciting science to enjoy some of the city's most renown attractions within walking distance. Experience the charm and reserve your accommodations at RSA's headquarter hotel, the Grand Hyatt, San Antonio.
RSA has reserved a room block for meeting attendees to receive a reduced rate of $249++/night.
Book Your Room Before Tuesday, May 26, 2026 to Receive the Reduced Rate. Any Reservations Made After May 26th are not Eligible for the Discounted Group Rate.
Please note the following when making your reservation:
- RSA attendees receive:
- Complimentary basic internet in the guestrooms.
- Complimentary usage of the hotel fitness center.
*The discounted hotel rates above are available to travel agents and other booking agencies; provided reservations are made through the RSA hotel links posted on the website. Keep in mind some university travel agents book reservations at other hotels to receive a commission.
Additional Information:
- Check-in time: 4:00 PM EDT
- Check-out time: 11:00 AM EDT
- Daily valet parking rate: $70++/night
- Self-Parking rate: $49++/night
Business Center: The hotel does offer a full service business center through FedEx Office.
- Business Center Hours:
- Monday - Friday ~ 7 AM - 7 PM
- Saturday ~ 7 AM - 5 PM
- Sunday ~ 10 AM - 5 PM
- Hours are subject to change
- Breakfast at Spoonful Provisions: Serving premium coffee, Texas-inspired products and a variety of grab-and-go options for every meal including delicious treats like gelato and house-made specialties – perfect for on-the-go River Walk dining.
- Lunch at Moda Fare: Moda Fare embodies Italian culture, blending taste and design for a lasting impression. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails, it combines tradition with modern elegance. Enjoy a stylish River Walk dining experience inside or on the inviting patio, perfect for sipping, savoring, and celebrating.
- Dinner at Ruth's Chris Steak House: The epitome of a fine-dining steakhouse, Ruth’s Chris Steak House is known for serving custom-aged Prime steak and other classic steakhouse entrées alongside innovative dishes and an award-winning wine list. Reserve your spot at this delicious San Antonio River Walk restaurant.
- Evening Bites at Tejas Lounge: The Texas-inspired downtown River Walk lounge blends mid-century modern design with a curated cocktail menu, offering a cozy, sophisticated vibe. Enjoy crafted cocktails, Texas spirits and delicious light bites in a warm, inviting setting. Whether unwinding or toasting the night ahead, Tejas Lounge is the perfect destination to relax, connect and savor the moment.
- Food Options PDF