Fun and Networking Opportunities

Morning Coffee Trucks

Thursday & Friday, September 24-25, 2026 | 7:00 am – 9:00 am

Enjoy a variety of  hot and cold coffees from Travelin’ Toms Coffee Truck.

Sip n’ Shop Happy Hour

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Save your shopping list for end-of-the-year specials! Visit with colleagues and exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall for an evening of fun. Enjoy a variety of complimentary appetizers and beer or wine.

Attendee Lunch Break Time

• 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Enjoy one of the fantastic Union Station restaurants, visit an onsite food truck, or sign up for an attendee luncheon.

Perk Up Coffee Break Times

• Morning Breaks: 9:30 – 10:30 am
• Thursday Afternoon Ted Drewe’s Ice Cream Break: 2:30 – 3:30 pm

There will be staggered, 30-minute breaks during Mid-Continent courses. We will feature complimentary refreshments and coffee in the Midway Exhibit Hall for all attendees.

Evening Social Event @ MCDC

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | Laugh Lab Social Event

UMKC Alumni Reception

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Please contact Becky Higgins at higginsre@umkc.edu or call (816) 235-2060 for more information.

A.T. Still Alumni Luncheon

Friday, September 25, 2026 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Please contact Tina Munroe with A.T. Still University at tmunroe@atsu.edu or call (314) 833-2736 for more information.

20% Discount on Attractions

Show your MCDC badge to receive 20% off during your stay on Union Station attractions. To receive the discount, show your MCDC badge to receive 20% off during your stay on all a-la-carte attractions. To receive the discount, show your MCDC badge if purchasing in person. Tickets can also be purchased online, use coupon code “MIDCONT1NENT2026” to receive the discount. This discount is only valid on all a-la-carte attractions, not combos, and will be valid for September 23-27, 2026.