2026 Afterschool & Summer Challenge
CA Afterschool & Summer Challenge 2026
March 23 & 24, 2026
The 2026 Afterschool & Summer Challenge at the State Capital is on March 23 & 24 , 2026!
CAN is excited to connect with youth, families, and leaders from around the state to activate leadership and advocacy of out-of-school time (OST) programs.
The Challenge Experience is a great opportunity to:
- Gain tools and receive training designed for emerging, experienced, and youth advocates, led by policy experts, community leaders, and youth
- March with hundreds of advocates through the streets of Sacramento
- Rally on the Capitol steps, hearing from legislative champions, field leaders, family members, and youth
- Share your stories and expertise with legislators to make the case for out-of-school time
- Connect with advocates from your community to build a local base and coordinate future efforts
Registration
There is a limited number of general and subsidized tickets available this year. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss out and register today before it closes on February 23, 2026.
Hotel Information
A limited number of rooms are available in the room block for March 22 – March 24. Reserve early to secure your room!
- Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
- 1230 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814
- $259 per night (plus fees) for 1 King | $279 per night (plus fees) for 2 Doubles
- Reserve through the booking link or by calling 888-236-2427 and mentioning room block code “MWE”
- Deadline to reserve is Monday, February 23 (subject to availability)
Learn more & stay connected!