Join us for Accent East 2026 and discover South Bend, an energizing city experience with deep culture, college-town energy, and modern attractions. It is a place to explore both the well-known and the roads less traveled.

On the other hand, Shipshewana provides a quiet, intentional break - surrounded by rural beauty and handmade tradition. It is a one-of-a-kind destination for experiencing the simplicity of Amish culture as well as the delicious foods and quality products they produce.

Together, they create a balanced Indiana getaway featuring a variety of engaging and entertaining inclusions. Join us at Accent East 2026!

Note: If you require an invoice for this trip, please email sue@takeafuntrip.com  

The reverse Marketplace is back by popular demand!  During the Marketplace portion of the conference, tour operators will be sitting while suppliers walk the floor (no tabletop displays). However, suppliers desiring a table to display and leave their information for the duration of the conference may select one of the two following options: 

- Tabletop for any attending supplier: $250

- Tabletop for those who cannot attend but want to send information:  $395  

Note: If you require an invoice for this trip, please email sue@takeafuntrip.com.

Arrive in South Bend, IN.  Tour Operators will be wrapping up their pre-conference FAM Trip during the day.  Suppliers have this time to arrive, check-in to their hotel, and get settled in.  Official Welcome Reception this evening to relax, reunite, network, and make new industry friendships.  Additional details to follow! 

New for 2026! Accent Tour Operators will be participating in a pre-conference FAM tour in South Bend & Shipshewana.  This year, as part of Accent's Service program, Suppliers, Vendors, and DMOs/CVBs are invited to join the Tour Operators at 1pm for a tour and service project.  More information to come!

Enjoy a sponsored deluxe continental breakfast followed by an educational seminar and a panel discussion.  Partake in a sponsored lunch.  After lunch, the Accent Trade Show begins.  This evening, enjoy dinner and activities.  

Complete Schedule: TBD

Enjoy a sponsored deluxe continental breakfast included this morning. After breakfast, take part in the popular Itinerary Planning Session. All itineraries will be presented to the entire group. Before the conclusion of the conference around noon, everyone will gather one last time to share their Accent take-aways.