American Academy of Physician Associates - AAPA 2027
Event Date
May 21–25, 2027
Location
Phoenix, AZ
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe AAPA Conference is the annual meeting of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and is billed as the largest national conference for PAs (physician associates) and PA students. It is described as an unforgettable blend of expert-led CME, meaningful networking, and energizing events where PAs come to connect, learn, and leave inspired — whether it's their first year or their 20th.
The event draws thousands of licensed clinicians who practice medicine in every specialty and setting, along with PA students and pre-PA attendees. The conference typically features 5,000+ PA and PA student attendees, 200+ hours of quality CME, 45 therapeutic categories, all 50 states represented plus international attendees, and 300+ expert speakers and faculty.
Attendees come for cutting-edge continuing medical education delivered through lectures, hands-on workshops, and Main Stage events, plus a large Expo showcasing new products and technologies. Beyond CME, the program offers in-person networking such as the PA JobSource Career Fair, city-specific PA Adventures, and PA Night Out, AAPA's large takeover party. For 2027, the conference heads to Phoenix, Arizona.
Show Highlights
Key features of AAPA 2027 include:
- Main Stage events with high-profile speakers and thought leaders.
- 200+ hours of CME across lectures, innovative sessions, and hands-on workshops spanning 45 therapeutic categories.
- The Expo — a large exhibit hall of products, technologies, medications, devices, and schooling and CME options.
- PA Night Out, the ultimate PA takeover party; PA Adventures, city-specific experiences with fellow attendees; and the PA JobSource Career Fair, connecting attendees with top employers hiring PAs.
- AAPA National Medical Challenge Bowl, a high-energy medical game show featuring PA programs.
- Wellness offerings such as a Mindfulness Lounge and morning fitness classes led by a PA.
- ePosters & Research in Action and Satellite Symposia eligible for CME.
Attendance
According to AAPA, the conference typically draws the following audience: 5,000+ PA and PA student attendees, all 50 states represented plus international attendees, 300+ expert speakers and faculty, 45 therapeutic categories, and 200+ hours of CME. AAPA promotes the event as the largest national PA conference, giving exhibitors exposure to the nation's roughly 190,000 PAs, who are licensed clinicians practicing medicine in every specialty and setting.
Booth Pricing
For AAPA 2027, booths may be purchased in 10'x10' (100 sq. ft.) increments, with the following published rates:
- Inline/Island Booths: $3,700 advance (through July 31, 2026) or $4,200 standard (Aug. 1, 2026 – May 23, 2027).
- Non-Profit Booth: $2,900 advance or $3,400 standard.
- Featured New Exhibitor Pavilion (turnkey, for first-time exhibitors): $5,700.
- CO Central Park (AAPA Constituent Organizations only): $500.
- Project Innovation Exchange (tech studio): $6,500.
- PA JobSource Career Fair pods (through April 15, 2027): $3,700 for booth exhibitors, $5,700 for non-booth exhibitors.
- Private Meeting Rooms: $6,800 (10'x10'), $12,000 (10'x20'), and $14,800 (20'x20').
Payment terms are 50% due at the time of booth request and 100% due by Jan. 31, 2027.
Registration
Attendees register online through AAPA's registration portal (connect.aapa.org). AAPA offers a VIP program: signing up in advance grants early access to AAPA 2027 registration, the lowest rates offered, plus an extra $50 off. Signing up by the VIP deadline secures the best deal of the year on the conference, held May 21–25, 2027 in Phoenix, AZ.
For exhibitors, exhibit space is reserved via AAPA's online floorplan and Conference Harvester tool. 2026 exhibitors had priority space selection starting June 22, 2026, and sales opened to the public on July 13, 2026. Exhibitor badge registration and the exhibitor hotel room block are managed by Maritz Global Events, with the badge portal launching January 2027.
History
The AAPA Conference is the annual flagship meeting of the American Academy of Physician Associates, the national organization that advocates for all PAs and provides tools to improve PA practice and patient care. It rotates among major U.S. cities each year: AAPA 2026 was held in New Orleans, where PAs gathered May 15–19. The 2027 edition moves to Phoenix, Arizona. The conference has grown into what AAPA promotes as the largest national PA conference, drawing thousands of PAs and PA students annually for CME, networking, and professional development.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is AAPA 2027 taking place?
AAPA 2027 will be held Friday, May 21 through Tuesday, May 25, 2027, at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004. The Expo runs Saturday, May 22 through Monday, May 24.
Who should attend the AAPA Conference?
The conference is designed for PAs (physician associates), PA students, and pre-PA students across every medical specialty and setting. It also draws recruiters, exhibitors, and healthcare companies looking to connect with these clinicians.
What can attendees expect at the conference?
Attendees can expect 200+ hours of CME across 45 therapeutic categories, hands-on workshops, Main Stage events, a large Expo, and networking events such as the PA JobSource Career Fair, PA Adventures, and PA Night Out. The conference typically draws 5,000-plus PA and PA student attendees and 300-plus expert speakers.
How do I register for AAPA 2027?
Registration is handled online through AAPA's registration portal. Signing up for VIP status in advance provides early access to registration, the lowest rates offered, and an extra $50 off.
How much does it cost to exhibit at AAPA 2027?
Standard inline or island booths (10'x10') are $3,700 in advance through July 31, 2026, or $4,200 at standard rate, with a non-profit rate of $2,900/$3,400. Other options include the Featured New Exhibitor Pavilion ($5,700), Project Innovation Exchange ($6,500), CO Central Park ($500), and private meeting rooms from $6,800.
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