Society for Personality and Social Psychology - SPSP 2027
Event Date
February 11–13, 2027
Location
Philadelphia, PA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe SPSP Annual Convention is the flagship event of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology, the world's largest organization of personality and social psychologists. Attended by researchers, educators, and students from around the world, this event is a highlight in the scientific field of personality and social psychology. The 2027 convention expects to bring together over 3,500 personality and social psychologists from around the world in Philadelphia, PA.
The program spans cutting-edge symposia, poster sessions, roundtable unconferences, professional development workshops, and networking and mentoring events, along with specialized preconferences held just before the main program. Attendees can engage with groundbreaking studies reshaping our understanding of human behavior, participate in targeted professional development workshops designed for every career stage, build meaningful connections across academia, non-profits, government, and industry, and go deeper with preconferences that offer deep dives into emerging research areas and methodologies.
Whether you want to present research, find collaborators, or advance your career, the convention offers value at every stage. The SPSP Annual Convention is where the future of psychological science takes shape—a place to present your research, find your collaborators, and return to your work inspired and energized.
Show Highlights
Signature features of the SPSP Annual Convention include:
- Featured Programming — curated sessions showcasing the latest research, career-building workshops, and collaborative symposia.
- Preconferences — mini-conventions held just before the main program that bring together attendees with shared interests in specific areas of social and personality psychology, offered in both virtual and in-person formats.
- Professional Development Workshops designed for every career stage.
- Networking and Mentoring Events to build connections across academia, non-profits, government, and industry.
- Poster sessions and roundtable unconferences for presenting and discussing new research.
- An exhibit hall and sponsor area where organizations connect with the research community.
Attendance
SPSP anticipates over 3,500 personality and social psychologists from around the world at the 2027 Annual Convention. Each year, SPSP hosts a convention that attracts thousands of attendees, including students and new and seasoned psychologists. Exhibitor and sponsor materials note the opportunity to connect with an event that has featured almost 3,000 speakers and reach researchers, educators, practitioners, and students from around the world.
Registration
Registration is completed online through SPSP; on-site registration is not offered.
Early Bird registration opens October 15, 2026, and ends January 7, 2027, at 11:59 PM PT. On-site registration will not be available, and registration will close on January 29, 2027.
- Discounted rates are available for SPSP members, students, retirees, and attendees from low- and middle-income countries.
- To increase event access, SPSP offers a rate option for meeting attendees based in LMIC (low- and middle-income) countries.
- To receive member pricing on your convention registration, you must have an active SPSP membership through December 31, 2027.
- Separate preconference registration is available.
- All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made via SPSP's form by January 7, 2027; requests received by that date receive a 90% refund on registration.
Financial support is available: SPSP offers Registration Stipends and Travel Awards for eligible members, including undergraduate students, graduate students, early career and full members, and international members, with applications for the 2027 cycle opening August 20, 2026.
History
The Society for Personality and Social Psychology was founded in 1974 and is the world's largest organization of personality and social psychologists, with over 7,500 members. SPSP manages the activities of Division 8 of the American Psychological Association.
SPSP began hosting its own standalone Annual Convention in 2000. The inaugural gathering was held in Nashville, Tennessee in 2000, and the convention has since grown into a major international meeting that draws thousands of researchers, educators, and students each year. The 2027 edition marks the convention's return to Philadelphia.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the SPSP 2027 Annual Convention?
The convention takes place February 11–13, 2027, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA. Specialized preconferences are held just before the main program.
Who should attend the SPSP Annual Convention?
The event is designed for personality and social psychology researchers, educators, practitioners, and students from around the world. SPSP expects over 3,500 attendees, spanning academia, non-profits, government, and industry.
How do I register, and what are the key deadlines?
Registration is completed online and opens October 15, 2026. Early Bird pricing ends January 7, 2027; registration closes January 29, 2027, and on-site registration is not available. Discounted rates apply for members, students, retirees, and attendees from low- and middle-income countries.
Where should I stay for the convention?
SPSP offers an official hotel block of five Center City properties near the Convention Center, including the headquarter Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Hilton Garden Inn, Loews Philadelphia, Canopy by Hilton, and Element by Marriott. Housing opens October 15, 2026, and booking outside the block incurs a $75 housing fee (with some exemptions).
How do I get to the Pennsylvania Convention Center?
The Convention Center is in walkable Center City Philadelphia, served by SEPTA Regional Rail and bus lines, including a direct rail connection to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Rideshare and taxis are widely available, and SPSP offers airline and car-rental discounts for attendees.
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