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It's Spicier in Texas!
It's Spicier in Texas!
The Herb Society of America's Educational Conference
April 15-17, 2026 San Antonio, Texas
The theme for the 2026 Educational Conference is "It's Spicier in Texas!" and HSA is planning for a jam packed three days of information and activities for herb lovers. As planning moves forward, we'll be adding information to this page, so visit often to look for details about speakers, vendors, demonstrations, menus and more.
The conference hotel is the San Antonio Riverwalk Holiday Inn - a contemporary conference hotel with wonderful amenities like on-site parking and a heated outdoor pool. The hotel located on the riverbank just one block from Shops at Rivercenter and the Majestic, Empire, and Aztec theaters. It is six blocks from The Alamo and Mexican Market Square.
Request for Proposals for Speakers, Presentations and More
Planning is well underway for HSA's 2026 Educational Conference! To be held April 15-17 in San Antonio, Texas on the world famous Riverwalk, the 2026 conference will be a full three-day event.
If you are a presenter with herbal expertise, we want to hear from you. We are seeking presenters for a number of sessions and we are looking for variety including lecture-style presentations, panels and roundtables, workshops/interactive presentation and demonstrations. The theme is "It's Spicier in Texas!" Download the full Request for Proposals.
Information for Vendors and Sponsorship Opportunities
Shopping the Marketplace is a favorite activity at every Educational Conference. If you are a vendor, artist, or craftsperson with a niche that would appeal to our members, take a look at our vendor's information We offer single and multiday packages and an audience of enthusiastic shoppers. If you are a business member your vendor's table is offered at a discount
The support of generous Sponsors allow HSA to create memorable conferences that bring our members together with wonderful speakers, terrific locations, good food and a sense of community. Sponsors also receive recognition for their support. Download the Vendor and Sponsorship Information Package and email for additional information
