Solver ASCEND 2026 is almost here. Four days in Nashville, 52 sessions across 7 tracks, 50 speakers, and a Welcome Honky Tonk night that has already become one of the most talked-about moments on the Solver community calendar. Whether this is your first ASCEND or your fifth, this guide covers everything you need to pack, plan, and know before you arrive at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Nashville on August 17.
Nashville in mid-August is warm and humid. Expect daytime highs around 87-89°F (31°C) with overnight lows near 68°F (20°C). Afternoon thunderstorms are common, so plan for sunshine and sudden downpours in the same day. Here are the essentials:
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ASCEND 2026 is hosted at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Nashville, a modern all-suite hotel located next to Music City Center and Bridgestone Arena. Spacious rooms, complimentary breakfast, and easy access to downtown attractions make it an ideal home base for the week.
Nashville International Airport (BNA) is about 8 miles from the hotel. John C. Tune Airport is approximately 9 miles away. Shuttle service from either airport is not available, so ride-share (Uber, Lyft) or taxi options are your best options for the trip in.
A bonus for conference evenings: the hotel's own restaurant, Hand Cut, features live music every night, and amazing food. It's a great option when you want to wind down without leaving the building.
The ASCEND event app keeps you organized throughout the conference. Use it to build your personal agenda, access the event schedule and venue map, and complete session surveys. Here is how to get set up:
1. Download the "CVENT Events" app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Enter the Event ID: Solver ASCEND 2026.
3. Log in with the email address you used to register for ASCEND.
The app will be your go-to resource for navigating sessions, locating rooms, and staying on schedule once the conference kicks off.
ASCEND is a four-day event built in two parts: 2 days of user hands-on training and partner days to start, followed by 2 days of the full conference experience. Breakfast is provided by the hotel each morning, and lunch is provided by Solver each day.
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Day |
What to Expect |
Mon, Aug 17 |
Hands-on training (all day), Partner Implementer Roundtable |
Tue, Aug 18 |
Hands-on training continues, Partner Day with keynote and strategy sessions. Welcome Honky Tonk reception 7:00-10:00 PM with heavy apps (RSVP and badge required) |
Wed, Aug 19 |
Keynote (8:00-9:45 AM), breakout sessions all day across 7 tracks. Whiskey Wednesday Happy Hour 5:30-7:00 PM with apps. Network and explore Nashville on your own afterward |
Thu, Aug 20 |
Morning breakout sessions, Lunch and Closing Remarks 12:00-1:30 PM with prize drawings, Q&A with the Solver team, and a proper sendoff |
Breakfast and lunch are provided each day of the conference. Here is what to know about the social programming.
With 52 sessions on the schedule, building your agenda early pays off. A few sessions generating buzz ahead of the conference:
Browse the full session list on the ASCEND 2026 sessions page and start building your personal agenda in the event app.
The ASCEND "Passport" Game is back. This year we are following the "Road to Fame", starting Tuesday afternoon visit different stations throughout the conference, complete activities at each stop, and collect stickers on your game board. Complete select stations to enter drawings. Complete the full game board to qualify for "Superstar Status" & a grand prize drawing!
Winners will be announced during Lunch and Closing Remarks on Thursday (must be present to win). It is a fun way to make sure you experience everything the conference has to offer.
A little prep at home means more time learning and less time troubleshooting in the session room. You should have received an email with a survey link with pre-training IT requirements to ensure you have Report Designer installed.
Quick reminders:
Solver is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education. Credits are awarded in two phases: attend Monday and Tuesday training classes to earn a portion, then pick up the rest by attending Wednesday and Thursday breakout sessions. CPE certificates are issued upon completion of post-event surveys.
Field of Study: Computer Software & Applications. Type: Group Live.
Nashville is more than a conference backdrop. The Embassy Suites' downtown location puts you within walking distance of live music, world-class dining, and iconic Southern landmarks. Whether you arrive early or stay after the conference wraps, exploring the city will take extra time.
Bags packed, app downloaded, agenda built. Four days of training, breakout sessions, product insights, live music, and the kind of peer connections that only happen when everyone is in the same room. See you in Nashville.
For any questions, contact us at ascend@solverglobal.com