ECC Conference 2026:

The Power of Choice

Navigating challenges, building bright futures

Social Events

Social Events

The ECC conference is a prime opportunity to connect with other professionals in the sector and build your network. You'll get to meet new people and share ideas within our keynote, workshop and panel discussions.

Our social events programme makes it even easier for you to meet new people through opportunities like our Members’ Lunch, the ever popular Centre Tours and our annual Gala Dinner and Awards Evening.

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ECC Members' Lunch

12:00pm - 2:30pm | Thursday 30 July

We are delighted to welcome Ellen Macgregor‑Reid, Secretary for Education, as our guest speaker at the upcoming ECC Members’ Lunch.

This exclusive event will be the first time the ECE sector has the opportunity to hear directly from Ellen in her role as Secretary for Education. Members will be able to engage in conversations about the sector and strengthen their connections over a meal.

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Gala Dinner & ECC Awards

7:00pm - 11:00pm | Friday 31 July

Our annual Gala Dinner and Awards Evening celebrates excellence in the ECE sector, recognising the hardwork and dedication that drives early learning in Aotearoa / New Zealand.

Enjoy a three course meal and live entertainment, and the most exciting part: this year's theme will be chosen by you. Talk about the power of choice!

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Centre Tours

5:00pm - 7:00pm | Thursday 30 July

Our popular centre tours take you on a tour across three of Wellington's unique and diverse early learning centres. These tours are sure to sell out so make sure you book in early!

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The ECC conference is the largest gathering of ECE professionals in New Zealand. As the largest of its kind in the country, we bring together passionate leaders, teachers and experts from across the sector for an event which you can't afford to miss.

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