Introduction to Narcolepsy Network’s Annual Conference
Narcolepsy Network is excited to announce its 38th Annual Conference, taking place from Friday, October 24 to Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown. This conference is a premier event for people living with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) and their supporters. The program is carefully designed to address timely topics and features influential experts in sleep medicine, providing attendees with groundbreaking insights to promote wakefulness and improve quality of life.
What to Expect from the Conference
For nearly 40 years, Narcolepsy Network’s Annual Conference has been a hub for people affected by narcolepsy and IH to gain knowledge, support, and connection. The diverse agenda, combined with a compassionate and welcoming community, ensures meaningful experiences for all attendees, whether they are newly diagnosed or have been living with narcolepsy for years. This year’s conference is expected to be especially impactful, with more groundbreaking research and new knowledge about narcolepsy and IH emerging than ever before.
A Message from the Transition Director
"We expect this year’s conference will be especially impactful, as more groundbreaking research and new knowledge about narcolepsy and IH are emerging now than ever before," said Amy Kant, transition director, Narcolepsy Network. "Many individuals living with narcolepsy and IH face significant challenges and they deserve better. I am inspired by the potential of this research and hold hope for new treatments to promote greater wakefulness for our community members."
More Than a Conference: A Community Experience
The conference offers numerous opportunities for connection, support, and self-care, including:
- Peer-led support groups and journey mapping
- Opportunities to have questions answered by leading experts in the field of sleep
- Access to pharmaceutical representatives for Q&A and information
- Social events, shared meals, and dedicated wellness spaces such as Sleep and Creativity Rooms
Gratitude to Our Sponsors
Narcolepsy Network is grateful to the generous sponsors who make the 38th Annual Conference possible:
- Gold – Avadel, Harmony Biosciences, Takeda
- Silver – Jazz Pharmaceuticals
- Bronze – Alkermes
Understanding Narcolepsy and IH
Narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) are rare neurological sleep disorders that cause excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) and disrupt daily life. Narcolepsy may also include sudden muscle weakness, sleep paralysis, and vivid dreams, while IH involves EDS, prolonged sleep, and difficulty waking and staying awake, along with sleep inertia. Narcolepsy affects about 1 in 2,000 people in the U.S., with far fewer diagnosed with IH. However, both conditions are widely underrecognized, with studies showing up to 50% of people with narcolepsy—and an even higher percentage with IH—remain undiagnosed.
About Narcolepsy Network
Founded in 1986, Narcolepsy Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting people with narcolepsy, IH, and related sleep disorders through education, advocacy, support, and community-building.
Conclusion
The 38th Annual Conference is an exciting opportunity for people living with narcolepsy and IH to connect, learn, and grow. With its diverse agenda, compassionate community, and groundbreaking research, this conference has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of attendees. To register or learn more about the Annual Conference, visit http://narcolepsyconference.org. For media inquiries, contact Jennifer Fugel at [email protected]