Peter Brooks State of the Science International Conference 2026

Join us for the Peter Brooks State of the Science International Conference – an innovative, science-focused meeting dedicated to discoveries in RLS!

The State of the Science Conference is the premier international meeting for RLS, bringing together leading experts to share the latest research discoveries and science-based care approaches to improve quality of life. This event will focus on advances in pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatments, while charting a course for future RLS clinical care and research.

While this event is tailored to researchers and healthcare professionals, patients are invited to attend and learn these high level presentations alongside the scientific community.

Dates: September 23 - September 26, 2026
Location: Hilton Washington Dulles Airport Hotel 13869 Park Center Rd, Herndon, VA 20171

View the preliminary itinerary here. Please note that it is subject to change as further details are finalized.

Early registration is open now through July 20. Registration costs will increase to $400 between July 20 - September 7.

Included with your registration:

  • Gala dinner (September 23)
  • Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided for all conference days
  • Conference program
  • Welcome bag

Upon registering we recommend booking your hotel accommodations as soon as possible. You may reserve rooms online using this booking link.

If you need to cancel your registration, you may be eligible for a partial refund by emailing adrianna@rls.org.

  • Cancel by July 20 - full refund
  • Cancel by August 3 - 50% refund
  • Cancellations after August 17 - non-refundable