About this expo
The APHA Annual Meeting and Expo, themed "Together We Thrive: Health Across the Lifespan" (2026), is the premier event for the public health community and the largest public health gathering of the year (2026). Held annually at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, United States, this event brings together a diverse range of stakeholders dedicated to advancing public health initiatives.
The meeting attracts approximately 11,000 public health professionals and partners from around the world (2026), including leaders and students (2026). For exhibitors, the event provides a valuable opportunity to connect with this target audience, allowing them to engage with existing clients in the US and establish new contacts. Exhibitors can reach potential clients from high-ranking universities, public and private research institutes, and leading companies in the health-related industry (2026).
Concurrent programs enhance the experience, featuring the Public Health Expo (2026), the Women's Leadership Institute (2026), and the APHA+ Digital Meeting (2026). The digital meeting offers livestream and recordings of all General Sessions and Champion Conversations from November 1-4, 2026, along with recordings of oral scientific presentations, digital posters, on-demand short film sessions from the APHA Public Health Film Festival, and on-demand pre-recorded presentations.
Highlights
5 items- Held at the Henry B. González Convention Center, San Antonio, United States.
- Annually convenes approximately 11,000 public health professionals and partners (2026).
- AUMA listed.
- Features the Public Health Expo (2026), Women's Leadership Institute (2026), and APHA+ Digital Meeting (2026).
- Theme: "Together We Thrive: Health Across the Lifespan" (2026).
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
The APHA Annual Meeting takes place from November 1-4, 2026, at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, United States.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by the American Public Health Association (APHA).
What industries and products are covered?+
The event focuses on public health, bringing together professionals, partners, leaders, and students from high-ranking universities, research institutes, and health-related industries (2026).
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Registration and housing for the Annual Meeting and Expo are open (2026). Sponsorship allows exhibitors to reach their target audience within their budget (2026).
What are the practical participation details?+
Rates for registration will increase on September 16 (2026). The Abstract Submission Deadline was March 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PDT), with presenters notified on June 2, 2026. Accepted presenters are required to become APHA members, pay for registration, and attend in-person (2026).