AAHFN | American Association of Heart Failure Nurses 2026
Event Date
June 24–26, 2026
Location
San Diego, CA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe AAHFN Annual Meeting is the flagship educational conference of the American Association of Heart Failure Nurses (AAHFN), the only association dedicated exclusively to heart failure nurses. The 2026 event marks the association's 22nd Annual Meeting and gathers nurses and allied professionals for practical, frontline education on advancing heart failure (HF) patient care.
The meeting is designed to meet the educational needs of nurses interested in heart failure patient care, with an agenda spanning guideline-directed HF therapies, advanced HF and devices, transitions of care, patient education, and multidisciplinary care models. It is especially relevant for nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, HF clinic nurses, and other members of the heart failure care team.
Attendees come for cutting-edge clinical updates, continuing education credit, and networking with peers and leading experts across the heart failure continuum. With its emphasis on team-based, implementation-focused care, the conference offers immersive sessions, discussions, and connection opportunities that help nurses translate the latest evidence into better patient outcomes.
Show Highlights
- Practice-focused sessions on guideline-directed heart failure therapies, advanced HF and devices, transitions of care, patient education, and multidisciplinary care models
- Oral abstract and poster presentations selected through the association's peer-reviewed Call for Abstracts
- Continuing education and pharmacology content that historically has included in-depth workshops (additional fees may apply for certain pre-meeting workshops)
- A post-conference day on June 27, 2026, extending the program beyond the main meeting
- Networking with nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, HF clinic nurses, and allied HF team members
Registration
Registration is open for the 2026 Annual Meeting via the AAHFN website (aahfn.org) and the official conference site. Historically, AAHFN has offered tiered registration rates, including discounted student rates for individuals enrolled full-time in programs to become registered nurses (proof of enrollment required), and registration has been payable online by credit card. Prospective attendees should consult the official site for current pricing, pass types, and deadlines.
History
AAHFN was started in 2004 and is the only association dedicated to heart failure nurses, committed to leading and educating nurses across the heart failure continuum. The organization is professionally managed by Association Headquarters Inc. Its Annual Meeting has grown into a recurring national conference; the 2026 event in San Diego is the 22nd Annual Meeting. Recent editions include the 20th Anniversary meeting at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida, and the association has announced its 2027 meeting at the Boston Marriott Copley Place in Boston, MA.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Boulevard
The Hilton San Diego Bayfront is a 30-story waterfront hotel located adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center on San Diego Bay. The property offers extensive meeting and event space, including the large Sapphire Ballroom and the Bayfront Park lawn, along with on-site dining, a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffee makers, and work areas, and the hotel is entirely non-smoking and wheelchair accessible throughout.
Parking
The hotel offers valet parking on site; published rates have been reported in the range of roughly $50–$75 per night. Additional nearby parking includes the Hilton San Diego Convention Center Garage and lots in the surrounding downtown/Gaslamp area (for example, the Fifth Avenue Landing Lot and 6th and K Parkade Garage), several within a short walk. Rates are subject to change, so confirm current pricing before arrival.
Getting There
The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN), located roughly 3 miles (about a 10–15 minute drive) from the hotel. The venue is served by rideshare and taxis, and public transit options include the Gaslamp Quarter Trolley station (about a 9-minute walk) and the 12th & Imperial Transit Center nearby. The Santa Fe Depot (Amtrak) is approximately 2.8 miles away.
Nearby Hotels
The Hilton San Diego Bayfront itself serves as the host hotel. The property sits in downtown San Diego adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center and across the Harbor Drive Pedestrian Bridge from Petco Park and the Gaslamp Quarter, where numerous additional hotels, restaurants, and shops are within walking distance. The neighboring Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina and multiple Gaslamp Quarter hotels are all within a short walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the AAHFN Annual Meeting 2026?
The 22nd AAHFN Annual Meeting takes place June 24–26, 2026, with a post-conference day on June 27, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in San Diego, California.
Who should attend the AAHFN Annual Meeting?
The meeting is designed for nurses and allied professionals involved in heart failure care, including nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, HF clinic nurses, and members of the multidisciplinary heart failure team.
What topics does the conference cover?
The agenda includes guideline-directed heart failure therapies, advanced HF and devices, transitions of care, patient education, and multidisciplinary care models, with a strong focus on practical, team-based implementation.
How do I register for the meeting?
Registration is open through the AAHFN website (aahfn.org) and the official conference site. Discounted student rates have historically been available for full-time nursing students who provide proof of enrollment.
What is the closest airport to the venue?
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is about 3 miles from the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, roughly a 10–15 minute drive, with rideshare, taxi, and trolley transit options nearby.
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