Planning your year ahead? We’ve rounded up 30+ veterinary conferences happening throughout the year: everything from massive five-day events with thousands of attendees to focused regional meetings perfect for busy practice teams. Take a look, bookmark the ones that catch your eye, and start planning your year of learning and networking.
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Now, let’s get into your complete 2026 conference lineup:
| Month | Name | Date | Location | Type |
| January | AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) | Jan 8–10, 2026 | Chicago, IL | Leadership / Governance / Education |
| VMX (Veterinary Meeting & Expo) | Jan 17–21, 2026 | Orlando, FL | General / Multi-specialty / Large Expo | |
| February | Crossroads Veterinary Conference | Feb 5–7, 2026 | Noblesville, IN | General / Regional CE |
| WVC Annual Conference | Feb 15–18, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV | General / Multi-specialty / Large Expo | |
| Midwest Veterinary Conference (MVC) | Feb 26–28, 2026 | Columbus, OH | General / Regional CE | |
| AASV Annual Meeting | Feb 28–Mar 3, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV | Bovine / Production Medicine | |
| March | Fetch Charlotte | Mar 13–14, 2026 | Charlotte, NC | General / Clinical / Practice Mgmt |
| IVECCS Hawaii | Mar 19–22, 2026 | Kauai, HI | Emergency & Critical Care | |
| April | CVMA Large Animal Medicine Seminar | Apr 10–12, 2026 | Yosemite, CA | Large Animal / Equine |
| AAVMC / Iverson Bell Symposium | Apr 16–18, 2026 | Washington, DC | Veterinary Education / Academia | |
| FVMA Annual Conference | Apr 16–19, 2026 | Orlando, FL | General / Multi-specialty | |
| May | Fetch Nashville | May 29–30, 2026 | Nashville, TN | General / Clinical / Practice Mgmt |
| UC Davis AggieVET Conference | May 30–31, 2026 | Davis, CA | General / Academic CE | |
| June | ACVIM Forum | Jun 11–13, 2026 | Seattle, WA | Internal Medicine / Specialty |
| Mountain West Veterinary Conference | Jun 11–13, 2026 | Coeur d’Alene, ID | General / Regional CE | |
| Great Lakes Veterinary Conference (GLVC) | Jun 15–17, 2026 | Mackinac Island, MI | General / Regional CE | |
| PacVet (Pacific Veterinary Conference) | Jun 18–21, 2026 | Sacramento, CA | General / Multi-specialty | |
| VETgirl U | Jun 19–21, 2026 | Nashville, TN | General / Clinical / Practice Mgmt | |
| July | AVMA Convention | Jul 10–14, 2026 | Anaheim, CA | General / Leadership / Multi-track |
| August | Keystone Veterinary Conference | Aug 13–16, 2026 | Poconos, PA | General / Regional CE |
| WVC Nashville | Aug 15–18, 2026 | Nashville, TN | General / Multi-specialty | |
| AABP Annual Conference | Aug 27–29, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | Bovine / Production Medicine | |
| Fetch Kansas City | Aug 28–30, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | General / Clinical / Practice Mgmt | |
| Exotics 365 (ARAV) | Aug 30–Sept 3, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA | Exotics / Avian / Reptile | |
| September | IVECCS | Sept 14–17, 2026 | Savannah, GA | Emergency & Critical Care |
| Southwest Veterinary Symposium (SWVS) | Sept 17–20, 2026 | San Antonio, TX | General / Regional CE | |
| AAHA Con | Sept 17–19, 2026 | Portland, OR | Practice Excellence / Leadership | |
| Fetch National Harbor | Sept 18–19, 2026 | National Harbor, MD | General / Clinical / Practice Mgmt | |
| American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) Annual Conference | Sept 24–27, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Feline-only / Specialty | |
| New England Veterinary Conference | Sept 24–27, 2026 | Portland, ME | General / Regional CE | |
| Pacific Northwest Veterinary Conference (PNWVC) | Sept 25–27, 2026 | Tacoma, WA | General / Regional CE | |
| October | ACVO Conference | Sept 30–Oct 3, 2026 | Orlando, FL | Ophthalmology |
| AAV Conference & Expo | Oct 2–5, 2026 | Austin, TX | Avian / Exotics | |
| Veterinary Dental Forum | Oct 7–10, 2026 | Orlando, FL | Dentistry / Oral Surgery | |
| ACVS Surgery Summit | Oct 7–10, 2026 | Charlotte, NC | Surgery | |
| Wild West Veterinary Conference | Oct 14–17, 2026 | Reno, NV | General / Regional CE | |
| Promoting Excellence Symposium (PES) | Oct 15–18, 2026 | West Palm Beach, FL | Equine / Sports Medicine | |
| Animal Health, Nutrition & Technology Innovation | Oct 26–28, 2026 | Boston, MA | Industry / Innovation / Biotech | |
| December | Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference | Dec 3–6, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | General / Exotic |
| Fetch Long Beach | Dec 4–5, 2026 | Long Beach, CA | General / Clinical / Practice Mgmt | |
| AAEP Annual Convention | Dec 7–11, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV | Equine / Production / Specialty |
AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC)
January 8-10, 2026 | Chicago, IL
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A unique blend of leadership development and AVMA governance sessions. Perfect for veterinarians interested in shaping policy, developing communication skills, or pursuing leadership roles in the profession.
VMX (Veterinary Meeting & Expo)
January 17-21, 2026 | Orlando, FL
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The year’s biggest veterinary event kicks off in Orlando with over 1,000 hours of CE covering every specialty from small animal to equine to exotics. Expect hands-on labs, a sprawling exhibit hall, and networking opportunities with tens of thousands of veterinary professionals. Perfect for practices that want to send their whole team.
Crossroads Veterinary Conference
February 5-7, 2026 | Noblesville, IN
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Known for its welcoming community feel and strong CE program, Crossroads offers up to 21 hours of education across small animal, large animal, and practice management. Affordable and accessible for Midwest teams who want to attend together.
WVC Annual Conference
February 15-18, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV
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One of the longest-running and largest veterinary conferences in North America, WVC delivers 900+ hours of CE and 60+ hands-on labs. With a massive exhibit hall and the off-site Viticus Center for advanced skill training, it’s a must-attend for practices seeking both clinical excellence and the latest innovations. Plus, it’s Vegas.
Midwest Veterinary Conference (MVC)
February 26-28, 2026 | Columbus, OH
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This regional powerhouse continues to grow year after year, drawing 6,000+ attendees and offering 200+ sessions. Hosted by the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association near Ohio State’s veterinary college, MVC brings academic depth with nationally recognized speakers — all at regional pricing.
AASV Annual Meeting
February 28-March 3, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV
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The go-to event for swine veterinarians, offering focused CE and networking for professionals in production medicine.
Fetch Charlotte
March 13-14, 2026 | Charlotte, NC
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Part of the DVM360 Fetch conference series, this two-day event delivers practical CE across clinical care, practice management, and personal well-being. Perfect for busy teams looking for quality education without a week-long commitment.
IVECCS Hawaii
March 19-22, 2026 | Kauai, HI
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Emergency and critical care education meets paradise. This special edition of IVECCS offers 40+ hours of focused CE for ECC professionals in one of the most stunning conference locations of the year. If you’re in emergency medicine, this one’s hard to beat.
CVMA Large Animal Medicine Seminar
April 10-12, 2026 | Yosemite, CA
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For equine and large animal practitioners, this seminar combines expert-led education with the majestic backdrop of Yosemite. A great option for specialists looking to deepen their expertise while enjoying one of the country’s most iconic settings.
AAVMC/Iverson Bell Symposium
April 16-18, 2026 | Washington, DC
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One of the few events dedicated specifically to veterinary medical education. This biennial conference brings together educators from veterinary and veterinary technician programs worldwide for collaborative learning and shaping the future of veterinary education.
FVMA Annual Conference
April 16-19, 2026 | Orlando, FL
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The Florida Veterinary Medical Association’s flagship event returns with four days of education and innovation, featuring 270+ hours of CE, hands-on wet labs, and comprehensive programming for the entire veterinary team.
Fetch Nashville
May 29-30, 2026 | Nashville, TN
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Another stop on the Fetch conference tour, bringing high-quality CE to Music City. Two days of practical education across clinical, management, and wellness topics plus all the networking and entertainment Nashville has to offer.
UC Davis AggieVET Conference
May 30-31, 2026 | Davis, CA
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The inaugural annual conference from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine offers up to 16 hours of CE led by renowned faculty. Expect evidence-based sessions bringing the latest research directly to practice across small animal medicine topics.
ACVIM Forum
June 11-13, 2026 | Seattle, WA
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The premier event for internal medicine specialists and GPs seeking advanced knowledge. With 600+ sessions covering cardiology, neurology, oncology, nutrition, and both large and small animal internal medicine, ACVIM also features research abstracts, technician education, and multispecialty topics like leadership and wellness.
Mountain West Veterinary Conference
June 11-13, 2026 | Coeur d’Alene, ID
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Regional CE (16 hours) in the beautiful Idaho mountains. A solid option for veterinary professionals in the Mountain West region.
Great Lakes Veterinary Conference (GLVC)
June 15-17, 2026 | Mackinac Island, MI
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Strong continuing education in a picturesque island setting. GLVC offers tracks across companion animals, large animals, and practice management. It’s perfect for veterinary teams in the Great Lakes region who want quality CE with a destination feel.
PacVet (Pacific Veterinary Conference)
June 18-21, 2026 | Sacramento, CA
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The California Veterinary Medical Association’s annual conference delivers wide-ranging clinical and management CE for veterinarians, technicians, and practice managers. A cornerstone event for West Coast veterinary professionals.
VETgirl U
June 19-21, 2026 | Nashville, TN
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Practical, high-impact CE covering small animal medicine, surgery, emergency care, and practice management. Known for being family-friendly with great swag, VETgirl U sells out every year, so early registration is a must.
AVMA Convention
July 10-14, 2026 | Anaheim, CA
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The profession-wide gathering that blends clinical CE with leadership, governance, and public health. With programming for veterinarians, technicians, students, and practice managers, the AVMA Convention covers every dimension of veterinary medicine. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Mark Penning from Disney Parks, offering insights on animal care at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and The Seas at Epcot. Plus, there’s family-friendly activities in sunny Southern California.
Keystone Veterinary Conference
August 13-16, 2026 | Poconos, PA
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A well-regarded regional conference in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, offering quality continuing education (20+ hours) for veterinary professionals across the Northeast. Combines solid programming with a resort destination setting.
WVC Nashville
August 15-18, 2026 | Nashville, TN
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WVC expands beyond Las Vegas with this new regional event in Music City. Expect the same quality CE sessions and hands-on workshops that made WVC famous, plus evening social events and access to the brand-new Viticus Education Center in Nashville for advanced skill training.
AABP Annual Conference
August 27-29, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN
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The American Association of Bovine Practitioners’ annual meeting brings together veterinarians focused on cattle health, production medicine, and herd management.
Fetch Kansas City
August 28-30, 2026 | Kansas City, MO
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The Kansas City stop on the Fetch conference tour delivers three days of clinical and management education in the heart of the Midwest.
Exotics 365: The Annual Conference of ARAV
August 30-September 3, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA
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Dedicated programming for exotic animal practitioners, covering everything from avian to reptile to small mammal medicine.
IVECCS (International Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Symposium)
September 14-17, 2026 | Savannah, GA
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The leading global event for emergency and critical care professionals. With 40+ hours of specialized CE, hands-on labs, and workshops designed for high-acuity medicine, IVECCS is essential for ER vets and technicians. General practitioners will also find practical takeaways for managing emergencies in their own practices.
Southwest Veterinary Symposium (SWVS)
September 17-20, 2026 | San Antonio, TX
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A collaborative effort by the Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas VMAs, SWVS offers comprehensive CE, interactive labs, and social events for veterinary professionals across the Southwest region.
AAHA Con 2026
September 17-19, 2026 | Portland, OR
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The American Animal Hospital Association’s annual conference focuses on small animal practice excellence, blending high-impact clinical sessions with in-depth practice management and leadership development.
Fetch National Harbor
September 18-19, 2026 | National Harbor, MD
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Two days of quality CE just outside Washington, DC. Another convenient stop in the Fetch conference series, offering practical education for veterinary teams on the East Coast.
American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) Annual Conference
September 24-27, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale, FL
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The FelineVMA Annual Conference is the must-attend event for feline-focused practitioners, offering specialized education and networking for cat veterinarians.
New England Veterinary Conference
September 24-27, 2026 | Portland, ME
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Regional CE for veterinary professionals across New England, covering clinical, business, and public health topics.
Pacific Northwest Veterinary Conference (PNWVC)
September 25-27, 2026 | Tacoma, WA
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A robust regional meeting tailored to Pacific Northwest professionals, balancing clinical and management education with sessions on public health and regional challenges. Historically offers 150+ hours of CE.
ACVO (American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists) 2026 Conference
September 30-October 3, 2026 | Orlando, FL
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Specialized education for veterinary ophthalmology professionals and those interested in advancing their knowledge in eye care.
Annual AAV Conference & Expo
October 2-5, 2026 | Austin, TX
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The Association of Avian Veterinarians’ annual gathering for specialized education and networking within the avian veterinary community.
Veterinary Dental Forum
October 7-10, 2026 | Orlando, FL
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The premier event for veterinary dental professionals, offering advanced education in dentistry and oral surgery. Great pick for practitioners looking to expand their dental services or maintain certification in veterinary dentistry.
ACVS (American College of Veterinary Surgeons) Surgery Summit
October 7-10, 2026 | Charlotte, NC
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The annual surgery symposium bringing together veterinary surgeons for cutting-edge education and research in surgical techniques, innovations, and post-operative care.
Wild West Veterinary Conference
October 14-17, 2026 | Reno, NV
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Regional conference serving veterinary professionals across the Western states with comprehensive CE programming. Combines quality education with the entertainment and accessibility of Reno.
Promoting Excellence Symposium (PES) 2026
October 15-18, 2026 | West Palm Beach, FL
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The Florida Association of Equine Practitioners’ flagship conference, PES brings together an international audience of veterinary professionals dedicated to advancing equine athlete care. RACE-approved continuing education focused on performance horses and sport medicine.
Animal Health, Nutrition and Technology Innovation Conference
October 26-28, 2026 | Boston, MA
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A business-focused event bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders shaping the future of animal health. Programming highlights include emerging biotech, diagnostics, nutrition science, digital tools, and commercialization strategy, plus structured networking for startups looking to scale and secure partnerships.
Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference
December 3-6, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale, FL
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The Florida VMA’s premier small animal and exotic conference wraps up the year with over 200 hours of RACE-approved CE sessions and interactive wet labs. A long-running South Florida favorite that combines comprehensive education with a beachside location — not a bad way to finish your conference season.
Fetch Long Beach
December 4-5, 2026 | Long Beach, CA
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The final Fetch conference of the year wraps up in Southern California with two days of practical CE and networking.
AAEP (American Association of Equine Practitioners) 72nd Annual AAEP Convention
December 7-11, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV
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The premier equine veterinary event of the year. Now in its 72nd year, AAEP offers 100+ hours of education, forums on equine medicine, and a massive trade show with 300+ exhibitors. If you work with horses, this is the conference to end your year.
With 35+ conferences spanning every month and specialty, 2026 is packed with opportunities to invest in your professional development.
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See you out there!
