New York Vet Conference 2026 Guide for Veterinary Professionals
New York Vet 2026 brings two days of veterinary continuing education, clinical sessions, practice management training, and hands-on learning to New York City on October 29–30. Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the event offers up to 16 RACE-approved CE credits, more than 120 sessions, and a dedicated veterinary technician program.
Conference passes start at $499. Registration is open through the official New York Vet website.
Here is what veterinary professionals need to know before registering.
New York Vet 2026 at a Glance
- Event: New York Vet 2026
- Dates: October 29 to 30, 2026
- Venue: Jacob Javits Convention Center
- Continuing Education: 16 CE Credits
- 1:1 Meeting Program: For practice owners and managers
- Exhibition: 150+ exhibitors
What’s Special About New York Vet 2026
New York Vet 2026 is designed for the entire veterinary practice team, with education for clinicians, veterinary technicians, practice owners, and managers.
Practice owners and managers can explore leadership, staffing, and profitability, while dedicated veterinary technician sessions focus on practical skills and professional development.
Practice managers can also choose from 20 hours of CE approved for the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification program through the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA), with the opportunity to earn up to 11 hours over the two-day event.
For session times and scheduling details, visit the official conference program.
Keynote Speaker, Clinical Areas, and Theaters
Dr. Stijn Niessen, a veterinary internal medicine specialist and President of ECVIM, is the 2026 keynote speaker. He is known internationally for his work in internal medicine and veterinary education.
The clinical program, curated by Clinician’s Brief, covers internal medicine, pain management, behavior, dentistry, surgery, and emergency care. Sessions are spread across three clinical theaters named Midtown, Bronx, and VMANYC, so teams can split up and cover more ground.
Example titles include “Advanced Extraction Planning: Minimizing Trauma and Complications”, “Common Dental Pathology You’re Probably Missing”, and “Beyond the Spay and Gastropexy: Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery.”
A business and practice operations theater focuses on leadership, staffing, and profitability, and a veterinary technician program offers dedicated education for technicians.
What’s the Hands-On Workshop About?
The show’s hands-on lab is a three-hour Euthanasia Techniques Workshop on Friday, October 30, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Led by Dr. Kathleen Cooney (DVM, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW), it covers CAETA’s 14 Essential Components of Companion Animal Euthanasia. Participants practice IV, IC, IH, IR, IP, and the intrathecal injection on lifelike feline models. They also work on client communication, recognizing complications, and memorialization. Each attendee receives a kit of essential supplies.
The workshop earns 3 CE credits, pending RACE approval. It is open to veterinarians, technicians, practice managers, and students. Capacity is capped at 36 seats, and the add-on fee is $249.
Exhibit Hall and GerVetUSA at Booth 209
Visit GerVetUSA at Booth 209 to explore surgical and orthopedic instruments and discuss your veterinary practice's equipment needs with the team.
Event Details and Registration
Conference hours:
- Thursday, October 29: 7:00 AM–5:45 PM
- Friday, October 30: 8:10 AM–5:00 PM
Exhibit hall hours:
- Thursday, October 29: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Friday, October 30: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Registration Passes
According to the official New York Vet registration and pricing page, current pass prices are:
- Conference Pass: $499
- Veterinary Technician Pass: $449
- One Day Pass: $349
- Exhibition Only Pass for veterinary professionals: $149
- Student Pass: $149
Each conference pass includes the full clinical and business programs, the technician program, your CE certificate, proceedings, exhibit hall access, and lunch vouchers.
Plan Your Fall Conference Calendar
New York Vet is one of several events on the fall schedule. Browse more upcoming veterinary conferences to plan your CE year. For the latest veterinary news, industry updates, events, and professional developments, visit the Vet and Tech Veterinary News section.
