
American Mosquito Control Association - AMCA 2027
Event Date
March 1–5, 2027
Location
St. Louis, MO
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) Annual Meeting is the mosquito and vector control field's flagship gathering. Every year since 1938, hundreds gather to hear the latest research, share ideas, and form collaborations, with educational sessions and an exhibit hall that help put attendees on the cutting edge of this ever-expanding field.
The conference serves as a premier education and networking event that brings together a diverse group of participants, including researchers, educators, vector control professionals, industry representatives, and students specializing in mosquito control. The program blends peer-reviewed science with practical, field-focused training, making it valuable for public health agencies, mosquito abatement districts, academic researchers, and product and technology suppliers.
For 2027, AMCA brings its meeting to St. Louis, Missouri. Attendees can expect symposia, technical presentations, student competitions, and a trade-show floor showcasing the newest tools, chemistries, and technologies in vector management — all reasons the meeting is considered essential for staying current in a public-health discipline that continues to grow in importance.
Show Highlights
- Scientific symposia and technical sessions covering surveillance, larval and adult control, resistance management, and emerging vector-borne disease threats.
- Exhibit hall where the event is designed to keep attendees at the forefront of advancements in mosquito control through a variety of educational sessions and an exhibit hall showcasing the latest tools and technologies.
- Student competitions and networking connecting early-career scientists with established professionals.
- Proposals for 2027 symposia were solicited from the membership, shaping a program driven by the field's own experts.
Attendance
AMCA reports that its annual meeting draws hundreds of attendees each year. Since its inception in 1938, this annual gathering has attracted hundreds of attendees eager to learn about the latest research, share innovative ideas, and foster collaborative efforts in the field of mosquito control. The association itself reports a membership of more than 1,600 (2025). Detailed audience demographics and exact attendance figures for the St. Louis meeting were not published in the sources reviewed.
Registration
Registration is handled online through AMCA's official event platform. AMCA members receive discounted attendance to national meetings, so joining the association before registering can reduce costs. Specific 2027 pass types, pricing tiers, and registration deadlines had not been published in the sources reviewed at the time of writing; check mosquito.org for the latest details.
History
The American Mosquito Control Association traces its origins to 1935. It was established in Trenton, New Jersey, in 1935 as the Eastern Association of Mosquito Control Workers, obtaining its current name in 1944. AMCA is an American nonprofit organization and the world's leading organization dedicated to mosquito control, and it publishes the Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association. The annual meeting has been held for decades — the 2026 edition in Portland, Oregon was the 92nd Annual Meeting — and it continues to rotate among major U.S. cities, with St. Louis hosting in 2027 and Atlanta, Georgia set for 2028.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 AMCA Annual Meeting?
The 2027 American Mosquito Control Association Annual Meeting is scheduled for March 1-5, 2027 in St. Louis, Missouri. It is expected to be held at the America's Center Convention Complex in downtown St. Louis.
Who should attend the AMCA Annual Meeting?
The meeting is aimed at researchers, educators, vector control professionals, industry representatives, and students specializing in mosquito control. It serves as the field's premier education and networking event.
What happens at the AMCA Annual Meeting?
Attendees take part in educational sessions and symposia covering the latest mosquito and vector control research, plus an exhibit hall showcasing the newest tools and technologies. The meeting also offers networking and opportunities to form professional collaborations.
How do I register for the AMCA Annual Meeting?
Registration is handled online through AMCA at mosquito.org. AMCA members receive discounted attendance to national meetings, so joining the association before registering can lower the cost.
How do I get to the venue and where can I stay?
The America's Center Convention Complex is about 15 miles (a 20-minute drive) from St. Louis Lambert International Airport, and the MetroLink light rail's Convention Center stop is less than two blocks away. There are roughly 8,000 hotel rooms within a mile of the venue, including the Marriott St. Louis Grand directly across the street.
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