The OrigamiUSA Annual Convention is an amazing weekend of folding fun! We welcome everyone of any age or ability. If you have any questions, contact us at convention-info@origamiusa.org.
Join your fellow folders with special guests Himanshu Agrawal, John Szinger, and Jannie van Schuylenburg!!
Highlights: What to Expect
- Three full days of in-person classes from beginner to super complex.
- Meet and fold with well-known and aspiring origami designers.
- World-class origami exhibits.
- Sales of books and paper.
- Silent auction (rare finds and more).
- Wonderful activities: Oversize folding, The Amazing Race Origami Style, and our paper airplane contest!
"From the moment I arrived, I felt genuinely welcomed—it was one of the kindest and most encouraging environments I’ve ever experienced. This experience has been truly unforgettable. It inspired me, supported my creativity, and helped me feel like I belonged in a community that shares my passion. I know this is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life. Thank you, OrigamiUSA, for making this such a meaningful and inspiring part of my journey.”–Lucas Watts, age 13.
Hotel
The conference will be held at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel(link is external), located at 811 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019.
Hotel registration is now open! Please register early(link is external), as the room block may sell out before Convention registration opens June 1, 1:00 pm EDT. Further details are here.
Once Convention begins, visit the Hotel page to see a map of where everything will be.
Packing Suggestions
Bring a sweater (it gets cold in the hotel because of the air conditioning). Bring a box to store your completed origami models. Food Meals are not included, but there are many local restaurants to choose from. When you register, you can add our fabulous celebration dinner held on Sunday night at the famous Carmine's Restaurant near the hotel.
Key Dates
June 1, 1:00 pm EDT — Registration opens June 1, 1:00 pm–June 30, 11:59 pm EDT — Registration to teach June 30, 11:59 pm EDT — Teaching registration closes July 6, 1:00 pm EDT — Preliminary class schedule posted July 8, 1:00 pm EDT — Final class schedule posted July 8, 1:00 pm–July 16, 1:00 pm EDT — Request classes July 16, 1:00 pm EDT — Class requests close July 16, 5:00 pm EDT — Class assignments posted July 23, 2:00 pm EDT — Convention begins
Detailed Information
Detailed information about all Convention 2026 activities, registration, teaching, etc., is listed in the Convention 2026 menu at the upper right. Every item (both boldface and unbolded) is a link to a page with further information.
Event description from OrigamiUSA.
