NICAR 2025 Conference

IRE’s annual data journalism conference will be in Minneapolis, Minnesota, March 6-9, 2025.

NICAR25 offers something for everyone, from beginners to those on the cutting edge of digital reporting. We’ll offer everything from the basics on using spreadsheets, databases and online mapping to data visualization and the latest technological advances. You’ll come away with story ideas, plenty of inspiration and tools to help you overcome typical data hurdles. Bypass the budget issues in your newsroom by taking hands-on classes in free software. Get a look at what the biggest names in data-driven reporting are using to make a major impact online. Learn from the best in the business in discussions and during hands-on training sessions.

The conference begins Thursday, March 6 at 9 a.m. and runs daily until 12:30 p.m. Sunday, March 9.

Registration Fees

You must be an IRE member through April 1 to attend the conference.

Please log into your IRE account before trying to buy a ticket. If you are not a current member, the 'Get Tickets' box will appear empty. You should renew your membership or apply to join IRE before purchasing a conference ticket.

Professional (general), Academic, Associate, Retiree

• Early bird: $350 ends at midnight Tuesday, January 21
• Regular: $399 ends at midnight Tuesday, March 4
• On-site: $499 starts Wednesday, March 5

Early-career OR *professional (general) members who are either unemployed or work as a full-time freelancer
*If you are a current professional (general) member and you are either unemployed or working as a full-time freelancer, please fill out this form.

• Early bird: $199 for the first 100 registrations or until midnight Sunday, December 15.
• Regular and on-site: $299 starts on Monday, December 16.

Student

• Early bird: $100 ends at midnight Tuesday, January 21
• Regular: $125 ends at midnight Tuesday, March 4
• On-site: $150 starts Wednesday, March 5

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be sent via email to logistics@ire.org. All cancellations must be in writing. There is a $50 processing fee for all cancellations until February 17. After that date, requests for refunds will be considered case by case. Membership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. 

Recording Notice

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Questions?

For questions about registration or general conference questions, please contact logistics@ire.org.