The 2nd National Urban Rat Summit has reached capacity for in-person attendance, but you can still join virtually! Use the virtual attendance link provided for either day of the Summit.
Hosted by the City of Boston, the 2026 Summit brings together public health officials, city leaders, sanitation experts, researchers, and rodent control professionals to tackle urban rat challenges. Building on the momentum of the 2024 Summit, this year’s event will focus on practical, data-driven urban rodent management strategies, including waste containerization, sanitation reform, smart monitoring, infrastructure design, and infestation prevention.
Join experts from across the U.S. and around the world to explore scalable solutions cities can use to reduce rat populations, protect public health, and improve quality of life.

