Early Bird Registration ends: February 27, 2026 | Hotel Discount ends: March 16, 2026
Optional Events
Blue Heaven After Dark
Location
Tavern on 4th at Sports and Social Club on 4th Street
Downtown Louisville
Date/Time
Wednesday, April 8 from 8:00 – 10:00 pm
Cost
Complimentary | Sponsored by Blue Heaven Technologies
3 block walk from the Omni
Presented by Blue Heaven Technologies
Kick off the Technical Seminar on Wednesday night, April 8 at the Blue Heaven After Dark event, an evening welcome social hosted by Blue Heaven Technologies.
Join fellow attendees for a relaxed, high-energy atmosphere with light appetizers, drinks, and live music from a local band. This casual networking event is the perfect way to connect, catch up and meet new colleagues before the sessions begin.
Whether you stay for a short visit or the full evening, Blue Heaven After Dark sets the tone for a fun, social start to the Technical Seminar.
Filter Forward: Connections and Conversations
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
7:00 – 8:00 pm
4th Street Live Sport and Social Club
427 S. 4th Steet, Louisville
Three-block walk from the Omni
Must register to attend | Complimentary
Filter Forward is an exclusive networking opportunity designed to connect new industry professionals, first time Seminar attendees, and new members of NAFA, with peers and industry leaders. Attendees will gain valuable industry insights, make meaningful connections, and learn how to maximize the NAFA membership while supporting long-term professional growth.
Who should attend:
- New to the air filtration industry since 2024
- First time attending an in-person NAFA event
- Joined NAFA in the last year
Sponsored by Blue Heaven Technologies
NCT II Certification Exam & Training
Wednesday, April 8
AAF Clean Air Center
200 Patrol Rd, Ste. 100
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cost (Members): $650
Transportation from the Omni Hotel provided
NAFA Certification Exams
CAFS and NCT Testing: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
CAFS Exam Cost: $225 (Member); $500 (Nonmember)
NCT Exam Cost: $100 (Member); $150 (Nonmember)
Foundation Event - Scavenger Hunt and Kentucky Experience Event Supporter
This annual event supports the NAFA Foundation's mission to provide funds that promote industry research and implementation.
$150 | NAFA Foundation Giving Opportunity
Support the NAFA Foundation through a fun, shared experience at the Frazier History Museum. This small-dollar opportunity allows companies and individuals to contribute directly to the Foundation’s work while being recognized as a supporter of the event experience.
Location
Frazier History Museum
829 W. Main Street, Downtown Louisville
Date: Wednesday, April 8
Event Schedule
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Self-Guided Tour & Interactive Scavenger Hunt of the Frazier History Museum
2:45 – 3:45 PM
Bourbon Tasting with Stephen Yates
3:45 – 4:45 PM
Live Entertainment featuring Bourbon Through Bluegrass
with Bernie Lubbers & Steve Cooley
Cost: $150.00
