April 29, 2026 - Mandatory Virtual Training Day
📍 Via Zoom

10:00AM - 12:00PM - This 2-hour virtual training will be jam-packed with all the information you need to make your legislative meetings successful. The CFCA staff will give you all the details on the bills and issues directly impacting your industry.

*All registered DATC attendees will be automatically registered for the scheduled virtual training day. Additional details, including next steps and the Zoom link, will be provided to registrants prior to the virtual training date via email.

May 5, 2026 - CFCA Reception
📍 The Citizen Hotel: 2nd Floor, Scandal Lounge

5:30PM - 7:00PM - An evening of networking with your industry peers and meeting with invited legislators. All members are invited to attend this reception the evening before DATC to network with your industry peers and meet invited legislators.

*Members can choose to only register for the CFCA Reception which takes place the evening before DATC.

May 6, 2026 - Day At The Capitol
📍 The Citizen Hotel: 7th Floor, Metropolitan Terrace

8:00AM - CFCA President & CEO Opening Statements

8:05AM – GR Director Bill Recap

8:30AM – Keynote Speaker TBD

9:00AM - Send off to meetings

9:30AM - First Legislative Meetings begin

12:00PM to 2:00PM - *Lunch breaks vary

4:30PM - 30 minute meeting

4:45PM - 15 minute meeting | last meetings start

5:00PM - End of Day **

*Lunch will be provided back at the hotel and your lunch break will be based on your availability between scheduled meetings.

**You are welcome to leave behind your luggage/bags as a CFCA team member will remain at the hotel. 

**We will have light refreshments back at the hotel for those who would like to chat about their meetings. This is a great opportunity for the CFCA team to gather feedback. 

Schedules are subject to change. Please check the website or your email inbox for any updates.

Hotel Accommodations

OUR HOTEL BLOCK RATE ENDS APRIL 4, 2026

Special Room Rate of $299 per night

Registered attendees will receive the hotel booking link for the room block in the registration confirmation email.

To secure your reservation at the special rate, we encourage early booking as availability is limited.

CLICK HERE to access The Citizen Hotel website. For assistance with booking your hotel room, please email Carly Beck at carly@cfca.energy.

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The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection
926 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 447-2700

Located near the State Capitol, Downtown Commons, Golden 1 Center, and more, The Citizen Hotel places you just moments from some of the best local attractions and events. Click Here to browse the activities to fill your schedule while in Sacramento!

PARKING

The Citizen Hotel offers onsite valet parking at a discounted rate of $35/night per vehicle.

If you do not wish to valet, there is metered street parking surrounding the hotel, or there is a city parking garage about 1 block away from the hotel.

• City Hall Garage: 1000 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814

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If you're interested in sponsoring Day At The Capitol, please review CFCA's Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities and contact Natalie Ochoa at natalie@cfca.energy

Q: Who can attend Day At The Capitol?
A: If you work in the fuel and/or convenience store industry in California, we encourage you to attend this event. Business owners should encourage participation from your staff members and we welcome you to bring your family especially if you are a family business!

Q: How much is registration for Day At The Capitol?
A: The registration fee is $100 and any additional registrations under the same company will be $25/attendee. There is no additional fee to attend the CFCA Reception on the evening of May 5.

Q: What is the dress code for Day At The Capitol?
A: The attire for the event is professional business attire. Please also plan to wear comfortable professional shoes as there will also be a lot of walking from the hotel to the Swing Space and from meeting to meeting at the Swing Space.

Q: Where will the meetings with legislators take place?
A: Day At The Capitol meetings with legislators will occur at the Swing Space (1021 O St, Sacramento, CA 95814). Following the opening session of Day At The Capitol at The Citizen Hotel, you will walk over to the Swing Space with your group for your meetings (please anticipate a 10-minute walk).

Q: If I'm driving to the event, where can I park?
A: Whether you are driving in on May 6 or staying in Sacramento overnight, we recommend parking at The Citizen Hotel on the day of. The hotel offers valet parking for overnight guests with in & out privileges available 24/7 for $35/night. A daily rate is available by the hour (with no in & out privileges). 

If you do not wish to valet, there is metered street parking surrounding the hotel, or there is a city parking garage about 1 block away from the hotel.

• City Hall Garage: 1000 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Q: Will meals be provided at the event?
A: Yes, your Day At The Capitol registration includes a light breakfast during the morning session and a boxed lunch will be provided as well.

Q: Who should I inform if I have food allergies?
A: If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please inform us by contacting Natalie Ochoa at natalie@cfca.energy

Q: When completing the registration form for Day At The Capitol, which address should I enter?
A: You may enter either your personal or business address, but we encourage you to enter your business address as it can help to identify which legislator your business falls under.