Nursing Shindig ATL 2026

Raise a Glass to Healthcare Heroes!

After long shifts, countless sacrifices, and unwavering dedication to caring for others, it's time for healthcare professionals to be celebrated.

Nursing Shindig ATL 2026 is an intimate evening designed exclusively for the people behind the scrubs. This isn't a conference or another continuing education event—it's an elevated healthcare appreciation and networking experience where you can relax, connect, celebrate, and be inspired.

Join healthcare professionals from across Metro Atlanta for an unforgettable evening filled with recognition, meaningful conversations, live entertainment, delicious food, local businesses, and a community that understands the heart of healthcare.

Whether you're just beginning your healthcare journey or leading a team, this night is for you.

The 2026 theme, "I CAN," is a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and purpose found within every healthcare professional.

Throughout the evening, you'll be reminded that:

I CAN Lead.

I CAN Inspire.

I CAN Heal.

I CAN Grow.

I CAN Advocate.

I CAN Serve.

I CAN Make a Difference.

I CAN Continue the Legacy.

Together, we'll celebrate the impact healthcare professionals make every day—and inspire one another to continue making a difference.

The mission of Nursing Shindig ATL is to empower, encourage, inspire, appreciate, recognize, and celebrate healthcare professionals while fostering networking, mentorship, leadership development, wellness, entrepreneurship, and community collaboration.

Our goal is simple:

To ensure every attendee leaves feeling valued, connected, encouraged, and empowered to continue making a lasting impact within healthcare and their community.

We welcome healthcare professionals from every level of care, including:

• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
• Medic*tion Aides
• Patient Care Technicians
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
• Registered Nurses (RNs)
• Nurse Managers
• Directors of Nursing
• Nurse Practitioners
• Clinical Educators
• Hospice Professionals
• Home Health Professionals
• Assisted Living Professionals
• Long-Term Care Professionals
• Hospital Professionals
• Healthcare Administrators
• Nursing Students
• Allied Healthcare Professionals
• Healthcare Entrepreneurs
• Community Partners

Whether you work in long-term care, acute care, hospice, home health, assisted living, education, administration, or another healthcare setting—you belong here.

Because those who care for others deserve to be celebrated.

At Nursing Shindig ATL, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Celebrate your impact on healthcare.
• Build meaningful professional relationships.
• Meet healthcare leaders and entrepreneurs.
• Discover career and educational opportunities.
• Support nurse-owned and local businesses.
• Invest in your own wellness.
• Enjoy an elegant evening designed just for healthcare professionals.
• Leave inspired, refreshed, and connected.

Nursing Shindig includes:

Professional networking with healthcare professionals from across Georgia

Healthcare Hero Recognition Awards

Inspirational keynote speaker

Live DJ and dancing

Heavy hors d'oeuvres

Fine wines and craft beer available from Niko's Wine Cellar

Curated Vendor Marketplace

Door prizes and giveaways

Opportunities to connect with healthcare organizations, businesses, recruiters, educators, and community partners

One of the highlights of the evening is honoring the extraordinary individuals who make healthcare stronger every day.

Award categories include:

Healthcare Hero Award

CNA Excellence Award

Rising Nurse Award

Compassion in Care Award

Nurse Leader Award

Excellence in Hospice

Excellence in Home Health

Community Health Champion

Mentor of the Year

Unsung Hero Award

Join us as we recognize the compassion, leadership, and commitment of healthcare professionals who go above and beyond.

Located in the heart of historic Downtown Duluth, Niko's Wine Cellar offers the perfect setting for an intimate evening of celebration.

Enjoy:

• A sophisticated atmosphere
• Comfortable networking spaces
• Self-serve wine experience
• Fine wines
• Craft beer
• Warm hospitality
• Live entertainment

Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase directly through the venue.