Upcoming Veterinary Conferences in August & September 2026
The year 2026 is packed with chances to earn CE, and August and September alone bring 10 major veterinary events.
If you're planning your CE calendar, the next two months are full of opportunities. August and September bring ten veterinary conferences to cities across the United States, including Birmingham, Nashville, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Reno, Savannah, Portland, San Antonio, National Harbor, and Fort Lauderdale.
The conferences include hundreds of hours of RACE-approved continuing education, hands-on training, and exhibit halls filled with medical equipment, technology, and practice management solutions.
Now is a great time to mark your calendar and start planning which events you'd like to attend.
Veterinary Conferences Taking Place in August and September
The veterinary conference season gets busy with four events in August and six more in September. From the South and Midwest to the Northeast and the West, these conferences bring together CE, hands-on learning, networking, and the latest innovations under one roof.
1. Southern Veterinary Conference 2026
Website: thesvconline.com
Dates: August 5 to 8, 2026
Location: Hyatt Regency Birmingham, The Wynfrey Hotel, Birmingham, Alabama
CE: 100+ hours of RACE-approved continuing education
Educational Tracks: Small animal medicine, surgery, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, anesthesia and pain management, radiology, exotics, clinical pathology, parasitology, practice management, and technician education
Conference Highlights:
- Eight concurrent lecture tracks
- Early Bird CE session before the main program
- Exhibit hall featuring veterinary products, equipment, and services
- Networking reception with exhibitors and attendees
- State specific regulatory CE for Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee license requirements
Why Attend: SVC offers a broad mix of clinical education, technician sessions, and practice management, making it a strong choice for the entire veterinary team.
Make your way to Booth #10 to explore new instruments, ask questions, and connect with the GerVetUSA team at SVC conference.
2. WVC Nashville 2026
Website: viticusgroup.org
Dates: August 15 to 18, 2026
Location: Music City Center, Nashville, Tennessee
CE: 400+ hours of RACE-approved continuing education
Educational Tracks: Companion animal, equine, food animal, exotics, practice management, and more, plus 15+ hands-on labs.
Conference Highlights:
- 300+ exhibitors showcasing the latest veterinary products and technology
- Learning Hubs inside the exhibit hall where attendees can earn CE
- New Product Showcase featuring the latest industry innovations
- Networking events and Nashville-themed entertainment throughout the conference.
Visit Vet and Tech at Booth #1229 for CE resources and learning opportunities and stop by GerVetUSA at Booth #1308 for premium veterinary instruments.
Why Attend: As the inaugural Nashville expansion of one of the country's longest-running veterinary conferences, WVC offers 400+ hours of CE, hands-on labs, and one of the largest exhibit halls in the profession, making it a standout event for teams wanting big-conference depth in a new, accessible location.
3. Fetch Kansas City Veterinary Conference 2026
Website: dvm360events.com
Dates: August 28 to 30, 2026
Location: Kansas City Convention Center, Kansas City, Missouri
CE: Up to 20 CE credits from 80+ sessions, including new 30-minute CE sessions and sponsored mealtime learning opportunities.
Educational Tracks: Small animal medicine, surgery, pain management, cardiology, feline medicine, AI in veterinary care, practice management, and more.
Conference Highlights:
- Mentor-led, practice-ready CE
- Hands-on labs covering orthopedic surgery and regional anesthesia
- Exhibit hall featuring veterinary technology, equipment, and industry leaders
- Fetch After Party and the 6th Annual dvm360 Veterinary Heroes Awards.
Why Attend: Fetch offers an intimate conference experience with small classroom sessions, hands-on learning, and direct access to leading experts, making it easy to apply new skills in everyday practice.
4. Exotic 365
Website: exotic365.org
Dates: August 30 to September 3, 2026
Location: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
CE: To be announced.
Educational Tracks: Exotic companion mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and, for the first time, aquatic species through the addition of the American Association of Fish Veterinarians (AAFV).
Conference Highlights:
- Five days of lectures, workshops, and networking
- 16 hands-on workshops
- Poster presentations featuring new research
- Exhibit hall with products and services for exotic animal medicine
- Community events and networking activities throughout the conference.
Why Attend: Exotic365 brings together leading experts and veterinary teams from around the world to share practical skills and new research along with the latest advances in exotic animal medicine.
5. VHMA 2026 Annual Meeting and Conference
Website: vhma.org
Dates: September 10 to 12, 2026
Location: Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Reno, Nevada
CE: Up to 39 CE credits through a combination of live and on-demand sessions
Educational Focus: Leadership, financial management, human resources, AI in practice operations, communication, client service, and business strategy.
Conference Highlights:
- General sessions led by industry experts
- Multiple education tracks and roundtable discussions
- Exhibit hall with veterinary business solutions and services
- Career Conversations and networking events
- CVPM certification sessions and member activities
Why Attend: A conference dedicated to the business side of veterinary medicine. It offers practical ideas that practice leaders can apply to improve team performance, operations, and client experience.
6. IVECCS 2026
Website: iveccs.org
Dates: September 14 to 17, 2026
Location: Savannah Convention Center, Savannah, Georgia
CE: 37+ continuing education hours with lectures, workshops, wet labs, and online proceedings.
Educational Focus: Emergency medicine, critical care, anesthesia and analgesia, fluid therapy, neurology, toxicology, nutrition, practice leadership, and large animal emergency care.
Conference Highlights:
- 200+ expert speakers
- Hands-on workshops and wet labs
- Career Fair and networking events
- Welcome Reception and exhibit hall happy hour
- Exhibit hall featuring the latest emergency and critical care products and services
Why Attend: IVECCS is one of the largest conferences dedicated to veterinary emergency and critical care, bringing together leading clinicians, educators, and industry partners for four days of advanced education and networking.
While you're at IVECCS 2026, stop by Vet and Tech at Booth #731, and GerVetUSA at Booth #726. We'd love to meet you.
7. AAHA Con 2026
Website: c.aaha.org
Dates: September 17 to 19, 2026
Location: Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon
CE: Up to 39 medical CE hours, 45 non-medical CE hours, and 44 VHMA-approved CE credits toward CVPM certification. Individual attendees may earn a maximum of 25 CE hours.
Educational Focus: Small animal medicine, leadership, practice management, team development, and professional growth.
Conference Highlights:
- 75+ educational sessions
- 42 expert speakers
- 62 veterinary industry vendors
- Career development and leadership sessions
- Networking events and exhibit hall activities throughout the conference.
Why Attend: AAHA CON blends clinical education with leadership and practice management, making it an excellent conference for veterinary teams looking to grow both their medical and business skills.
8. SWVS 2026
Website: swvs.org
Dates: September 17 to 20, 2026
Location: Henry B. González Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas
CE: 400+ hours of RACE-approved continuing education across 12 educational tracks.
Educational Focus: Small animal, equine, food animal, practice management, technician education, and specialty clinical topics across 12 tracks.
Conference Highlights:
- 250+ exhibitors
- Interactive labs, master classes, and CE tours
- Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception
- Exhibit Hall Sip and Shop networking event
- Expert speakers with small session sizes for more interactive learning.
Why Attend: SWVS combines extensive CE, hands-on training, and one of the largest veterinary exhibit halls in the region, making it a valuable event for every member of the veterinary team.
9. Fetch National Harbor Veterinary Conference 2026
Website: dvm360events.com
Dates: September 17 to 19, 2026
Location: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland
CE: Up to 16 CE credits, including sponsored mealtime learning opportunities. Standard conference registration offers 14 CE hours, with additional CE available through sponsored sessions.
Educational Focus: Small animal medicine, surgery, dermatology, cardiology, emergency medicine, feline medicine, AI, leadership, and practice management.
Conference Highlights:
- 80+ educational sessions
- Hands-on, practice-focused learning
- Sponsored breakfast and lunch CE sessions
- Exhibit hall with leading veterinary companies
- Networking events, including book signings and interactive activities in the exhibit hall.
Why Attend: Fetch National Harbor delivers practical, case-based education in a smaller conference setting, making it easy to connect with speakers, peers, and industry partners while earning CE.
10. 2026 FelineVMA Annual Conference
Website: catvets.com
Dates: September 24 to 27, 2026
Location: Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
CE: Up to 33 CE credits, including up to 9 CE hours during the pre-conference day.
Educational Focus: Senior cat care, endocrinology, infectious disease, feline innovations, dentistry, diagnostics, and feline clinical techniques.
Conference Highlights:
- Feline-focused lectures from veterinary experts
- Hands-on workshops, including orthopedic evaluation, ultrasound, dental wet labs, and clinical skills sessions
- Expanded technician track and veterinarian bootcamp for new graduates
- Exhibit hall featuring feline health products and industry solutions
- Networking opportunities with feline medicine professionals
Why Attend: A dedicated event for veterinary professionals looking to expand their knowledge and skills in feline healthcare.
Final Note
There are many opportunities to do it all: earn CE credits, enhance clinical skills, discover new technology, or meet colleagues in the next two months. The veterinary community has a variety of events, from local gatherings to nationally recognized ones.
Check the agenda, sign up early for the conferences that appeal to you, and begin to make plans for the fall CE calendar. If you're attending any of the events where GerVetUSA and Vet and Tech are exhibiting, stop by our booths to meet the team, explore our latest products, and see what's new.
The veterinary conference calendar extends well beyond September, with additional meetings and educational events scheduled in the months ahead.
