When the Wave Hits, Where Will You Be?
Make this moment count
Advertising and marketing leaders from Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas come together in Galveston for two days of keynotes, case studies, and working sessions. Compare notes, set shared standards, and learn how the same wave is hitting different markets.
Three days at the Breakpoint
Agencies, brands, media, creatives, and partners from across District 10 — look around the room and you'll recognize the names shaping the industry.
Networking
Meet the people redrawing the lines of the industry across District 10.
Sessions & workshops
Hands-on, practical insight from leaders driving the transformation.
Inspiration
Leave with a point of view on what reforms — and your part in it.
Be in the room when the wave breaks
Don't miss the ride as the tide rises. Early-bird rates open first, and AAF members save on every pass — prices announced soon.
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Moody Gardens, Galveston
Moody Gardens offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern amenities, making it an ideal location for the Breakpoint summit. The venue's iconic glass pyramids house a variety of attractions, including an aquarium, a rainforest, and a discovery museum, providing attendees with a rich backdrop for networking and learning. The serene environment encourages reflection and creativity, essential for the innovative discussions that will take place.
Speakers announced soon
The industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries shaping The Breakpoint. The full lineup is announced on a rolling basis.
Be first to know
The speaker lineup, agenda, and more updates will be announced soon. Leave your email, and you'll be informed as soon as they are available.
Decide where your brand shows up
Each opportunity places your brand in a specific moment of the wave, from building momentum to shaping what comes next.
Check out the sponsorship packet
Get the full Breakpoint 2026 program with every tier, pricing, and benefits — from $100 Foam to the $10,000 Breakpoint Partner.
Questions
Everything you need to know about attending the breakpoint.
October 8–10, 2026 at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas. Registration opens Thursday at 3:00 PM with a welcome reception that evening; full programming runs Friday and Saturday.
Agencies, brands, media, creatives, and partners from across AAF District 10 — anyone who wants to set advertising standards, not just surf the changes.
Soon — early-bird rates open first, and AAF members save on every pass. Join the email list on the homepage and you'll know the moment it's live.
Yes. AAF members get a discounted rate on both early-bird and regular passes.
A discounted room block at Moody Gardens opens soon — reserve early and stay steps from every session.
All keynotes, breakouts and workshops, keynote luncheons, and the receptions across the three days.
Need more help?
Reach out to our team with any questions about the summit.
Contact us
Moody Gardens · One Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554 — about an hour from Houston. Questions? Reach the Summit Chairs above, or email summit@aafdistrict10.org.