About Us
Join us in San Francisco, May 16 -20 for five days of in-person learning, networking and profession moving engagement. The Annual Meeting attracts the largest audience of psychiatrists and mental health professionals at all levels including early career and residents, psychiatric social workers, peer counselors, nurse practitioners, psychologists, behavioral health administrators and primary care providers. The APA Annual Meeting remains the best place for attendees to explore the latest in clinical practice and advancements, connect with colleagues and engage with exhibitors showcasing new and exciting products and services.
The 2026 Annual Meeting theme, “Empowering the Psychiatric Workforce: Taking Control of Our Practices One Step at a Time,” captures both the challenges and opportunities ahead. It’s a call to focus on what each of us can do, day by day, to strengthen our profession and the care we provide.
The 2026 Annual Meeting in San Francisco will highlight practical, evidence-based approaches to navigating today’s complex environment, through workshops, discussions, and shared strategies that meet psychiatrists where they are. It’s an opportunity to connect, learn, and reenergize our sense of purpose.
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The APA 2026 meeting is scheduled from 16 to 20 May. View the schedule for key sessions, lectures and meetings from the 2026 Annual Meeting at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, Calif.
Friday, May 15, 2026
| Noon – 6:00 p.m. | Registration Open |
Saturday, May 16, 2026
| 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Registration Open |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Paid Courses, Paid Master Courses, Scientific Sessions, Education Center |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. | Poster Sessions |
| 10:30 a.m. – Noon | Opening Session |
| Noon – 4:00 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open – Exhibits, APA JobCentral, APA Bookstore, Publishers & Career Expo, Product Showcases, Relaxation Station, Coffee & Conversations |
Sunday, May 17, 2026
| 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Registration Open |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Paid Courses, Paid Master Courses, Scientific Sessions, Education Center |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. | Poster Sessions |
| 9:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open – Exhibits, APA JobCentral, APA Bookstore, Publishers & Career Expo, Product Showcases, Relaxation Station, Coffee & Conversations |
| 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | MindGames Live Competition |
Monday, May 18, 2026
| 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Registration Open |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Paid Courses, Paid Master Courses, Scientific Sessions, Education Center |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. | Poster Sessions |
| 9:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open – Exhibits, APA JobCentral, APA Bookstore, Publishers & Career Expo, Product Showcases, Relaxation Station, Coffee & Conversations |
| 10:30 a.m. – Noon | Emerging Voices: DEIB, Innovation & Leadership Plenary |
| 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | MindGames Masters Live Competition |
| 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Convocation of Distinguished Fellows featuring the William C. Menninger Memorial Lecture by Vivek Murthy, M.D. |
| 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | APA Foundation’s Annual Benefit – San Francisco City Hall |
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
| 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Registration Open |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Paid Courses, Paid Master Courses, Scientific Sessions, Education Center |
| 9:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open – Exhibits, APA JobCentral, APA Bookstore, Publishers & Career Expo, Product Showcases, Relaxation Station, Coffee & Conversations |
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
| 7:30 a.m. – Noon | Registration Open |
| 8:00 a.m. – Noon | Scientific Sessions, Education Center |
| — | Exhibit Hall Closed |
Housing Information
Get best in class hotels available during the event; we will guide you through the complete travel services related to the event. Our conferences operations & services team can handle everything you need.
Accommodation
Services
We provide complete hotel booking services for various events held worldwide to the international attendees. We will be happy to make the requisite arrangements for you. Our excellent network through the hospitality industry and our accessibility to the best reservation systems across the countries enables us to extend highly satisfactory services to our esteemed clients.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to provide world-class, safest and the best value trips to our clients through our experience and efficiency. We know that every detail is important, which will always makes the difference so that your travel experience will be exceptional.
Frequent asked questions
Q. When and where will the APA 2026 meeting be held?
A. APA 2026 will take place from May 16-20, 2026.
Venue - Moscone Center South, 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA
94103, USA
Q. What is the early registration date?
A. Register for the in-person meeting by January 28 for our best, early rates. Registration for the virtual meeting opens on January 29, 2026.
Q. What is included in the in-person registration cost?
A. Annual Meeting registration includes admission to 400+ scientific sessions, 4 plenary sessions, and 1,000+ poster presentations. Attendees may access the exhibit hall, as well as complimentary shuttle bus service from the official meeting hotels to the Moscone Convention Center, with a valid meeting registration badge.
Q. What are my options when my hotel choice is unavailable?
A. Hotel rooms offered through discounted event rates are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. While conducting your search, the online system reflects up-to-the-minute availability and booking options.
Q. Is there an Annual Meeting Self-Assessment in Psychiatry?
A. The Annual Meeting Self-Assessment in Psychiatry will be available online. In-person attendees can also find information about FOCUS Live! Sessions in San Francisco. Complete the 2025 Annual Meeting self-assessment quiz online and earn up to 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ credits, approved by ABPN for Continuing Certification (CC). The Annual Meeting Self-Assessment in Psychiatry will become available in February and stay available until December 31, 2026.
Q. How can I get information about event registration?
A. Registration for the event is handled by a different vendor. Please see the registration page of the event's website for further information or to log in to the registration system.
Q. Can I register for the conference by phone or mail?
A. We encourage all registrants to use the online registration system. Registrations cannot be processed over the phone or by mail. If you need an invoice to process a check payment, please register online and, in the payment section, select “Pay by check”. The system will save your registration in a pending status and send you an invoice via email.
Register earlybefore its too late.
Affordable event packages
We offer affordable and convenient housing for most of the conferences, congress and meetings held worldwide. Whether you are looking for individual housing or group housing, we have best hotel list for you near the convention centre. Below are the types of hotels available for you as per the star rating.
5 STAR HOTEL
$350 - $300
Five-star hotels are considered as having the highest standard rating. These hotels offer multiple room options with luxurious and tasteful decorations and maximum comfort. Rooms in five-star hotels are considerably bigger than those in lower ranked hotels. Even the most basic rooms in a five-star hotel are spacious and allow guests to experience luxury.
4 STAR HOTEL
$300 - $250
A hotels with four-star rating shares similar amenities as a three-star hotel, but it includes an additional restaurant and bar option, concierge, and a swimming pool, among others. A large vary of facilities and superior design qualities square measure typically complemented by service standards that mirror the various and discerning needs of the guest.
3 STAR HOTEL
$250 - $200
Hotels with a three-star rating have several room options, such as Deluxe, Suite, or Premier. Rooms may also be given varying names depending on the hotel’s preference. There are also improvements in the availability of in-house amenities, such as a gymnasium, a full-service restaurant, as well as business facilities and a kiosk.
Event venue & Contact Us
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Moscone Center South, 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA