2026 FADRA Convention & Trade Show

Coming off a glorious 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2025, FADRA members are going to Space Coast to talk about the future of our industry and your place in it on July 30-August 2, 2026. The renovated Radisson Resort at the Port proides a comfortable convention venue with great meeting space for our seminars and Trade Show, modern sleeping rooms, and a great pool area. Join your fellow yard owners from Florida and all over the Southeast to learn from top owners and analysts in the industry. Our Convention Committee has put together a high-level program focused on sales and operations that can improve your business, including session on EOS management and how to use AI in your operation. Where can you find lots of other people who know your struggles and have good ideas to share? The FADRA Convention! Don't miss a golden opportunity to learn best practices and expand your business network.

Save the Date: July 30-August 2, 2026

Registration Form - Yard Owners
Registration Form - Non-Exhibiting Vendors
Hotel Reservation Link
Convention Schedule
Speakers
Hard-Copy Registration Form
Marketing Flyer
 Exhibit Prospectus

HOTEL INFORMATION

Radisson Resort at the Port

Room Reservations: 321-784-0000 x6

Cut-off Date: June 28, 2026

Secure your room today online:  https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/RE70X9

FADRA Standard Hotel Room: $179 Single/Double occupancy per night (includes parking)

Be sure to mention you are a FADRA member To receive this rate.

 

TESTIMONIALS

“As a traveler from England I could not have anticipated what was in store for me. It was soon obvious there was a very strong sense of community among the attendees. At first, I felt like an outsider. A newbie from a foreign land. But that soon changed. The kindness and goodwill that was shown to me was overwhelming. 

“I soon made friends on the cruise. Everyone was so welcoming, and also curious about this guy with the strange accent! This continued the following evening at the exhibition opening.

“For a small business like ours, we boldly go into events like yours in the hope of winning some new business. But the sense of belonging afforded me by your members was way more valuable. So here I am, at your 50th Anniversary, feeling like I'd been here forever. I can't wait for the next one. Thank you.” – Tim Hughes, EINTAC/Total Lockout

“I have been attending FADRA trade shows since 2001; that is a lot of shows. What I love about attending FADRA’s convention is I am guaranteed to be busy the entire time; this is one of the most well attended state shows!  The attendees are serious in the industry and work so well together accomplishing growth!” – Kris DiCarlo, Commercial Forms

“I had a great time, and the meeting was very productive for us.  I like how everything was structured, and I think the events really helped set the show apart from others, such as the yacht cruise.” – Sean O’Shea, B-Parts

 "We attend most state auto recycling shows across the US and find the FADRA tradeshow to be the best attended, finding it very beneficial in staying in touch with our customers, meeting new ones, and staying up-to-date with the industry." – Jay Svendsen, Auto Data Direct

“The convention is so much more than the seminars; they are the icing on the cake, but the networking opportunity does it for me. The first time I attended a meeting, Dave Foster told me, ‘The people you meet there are going to change how you’re going to do business with me. I was skeptical, but he was right. I would never have met some vendors who have become an invaluable resource to our operations. The people who don’t attend are definitely missing out.”

– Brian Parrish, Foster’s Auto Crushing

“Attending the conference was an incredibly valuable experience. The speaker lineup was a Who’s Who of automotive dismantling and recycling and their educational presentations truly resonated with our team. I appreciate the opportunity for face-to-face interactions with industry peers. It’s moments like these that reaffirm the importance of staying connected and being engaged. So much value comes from the FADRA convention.” – Shan Lathem, Cocoa Auto Salvage

WELCOME EVENT: YARD TOUR AND BBQ AT COCOA AUTO SALVAGE

 

FADRA President Shan Lathem inites everyone to a tour of her Salvage Yard (a short drive from the hotel), a BBQ Dinner, Dessert, Drinks, Live Music, and CAT Drive bidding and announcement of winner. Come for fun, fellowship, and to see how they do things at Cocoa Auto Salvage. The cost (separate from convention registration fee) is $25 per person. 

 

CLOSING DINNER PARTY: UNDER THE BOARDWALK CONEY ISLAND BEACH PARTY

 

Fun, games, and a sumptuous dinner. Come to eat, stay for the themed games, Last Member Standing, and the Live Auction to benefit FADRA's Legislative and Scholarship funds.

 

EXPLORE THE FLORIDA SPACE COAST

The Florida east coast beaches, including Cocoa and New Smyrna, are among the world's finest, with lots of small towns in between expressing the state's unique character. The Radisson is close by Cocoa and directly next door to Port Canaveral, one of the world's busiest cruise ports. Think about adding on to your convention experience with a cruise after the meeting concludes.

 

The Space Coast Convention and Visitors' Bureau has kindly provided a link to their web site to help you find anything you want to do outside the convention while you are there. Check out this link to explore virtually: 

https://www.visitspacecoast.com/

The CVB also provided a promotional video you can watch to bring some attractions to life: 

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/4x0v1156uamihoju59zef/on_florida-s_space_coast_reel_2024-1080p.mp4?rlkey=rm6d0o09kugw1wcgbtfnebf8o&dl=0