AAAAI 2026
Overview
The larger of the two major US allergy/immunology meetings (AAAAI vs ACAAI), with 6,000+ attendees and 150+ exhibitors. Strong KOL presence for biologics companies, immunotherapy device manufacturers, and allergy diagnostic firms. Philadelphia 2026 location is accessible from major East Coast pharma/biotech hubs.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
- Primary specialty: allergy immunology
- Scale: large
- Geography: US National + International
- International attendance: ~20%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inline | $35.00 | $3,500 | Min 100 sqft |
All-In Cost Estimate (10×10 Inline)
| Space rental | $3,500 |
| Drayage | $1,200 – $2,500 |
| Electrical (20A) | $300 – $450 |
| Carpet/padding | $200 – $400 |
| Cleaning (3 days) | $150 – $250 |
| Lead retrieval (1 unit) | $400 – $900 |
| Wi-Fi | $500 – $1,500 |
| Estimated total | $6,500 – $13,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
Thousands of allergist/immunologists, allied health, and related healthcare professionals. 150+ organizations in the exhibit hall. 180+ educational sessions. One complimentary badge per 100 sqft rented (max 15). Exhibitor registration opened November 12, 2025.
- Purchasing authority: ~50% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~3,000
- Cost per effective buyer: $3.25 ($9,750 all-in ÷ 3,000 buyers)
- International attendance: ~20%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania Convention Center)
- Product theater: Available
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for AAAAI.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The larger of the two major US allergy/immunology meetings (AAAAI vs ACAAI), with 6,000+ attendees and 150+ exhibitors. Strong KOL presence for biologics companies, immunotherapy device manufacturers, and allergy diagnostic firms. Philadelphia 2026 location is accessible from major East Coast pharma/biotech hubs.
Why Skip
Allergy/immunology is a relatively small specialty -- if your device serves broader pulmonary or ENT applications, consider ATS or AAO-HNS instead. Both AAAAI and ACAAI serve similar audiences, so exhibiting at both may be redundant unless your product requires both academic (AAAAI) and community practice (ACAAI) channels.
Insider Tips
AAAAI = academic/research-oriented A/I meeting. ACAAI = community-practice-oriented. If you pick only one, AAAAI has more attendees and stronger KOL access. $35/sqft may be outdated -- confirm directly.
Buzzbox Score: 9.1 / 10 (Exceptional)
9.1 out of 10. One of the strongest exhibiting opportunities in our index. Carried by data transparency (9.2: booth pricing published and exhibitor prospectus available). The lightest dimension is audience quality (8.0, 50% purchasing authority (moderate)). The larger of the two major US allergy/immunology meetings (AAAAI vs ACAAI), with 6,000+ attendees and 150+ exhibitors.
How we score
Six weighted factors, each scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band. Every show on this list cleared a relevance bar to be included, so 7.0 is the floor; the number tells you how far the leaders pull ahead.
Strong (8.0): 50% purchasing authority (moderate), 40:1 attendee ratio, and large-scale event.
Strong (8.9): $35/sqft, right at the dataset median.
Standout (9.2): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and exhibitor count disclosed.
Strong (8.4): non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), purpose-built convention venue, and product theater / demo stage available.
Standout (9.0): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and product-theater opportunity for thought leadership.
Strong (8.5): large and well-established.
Key Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Exhibitor Registration Opened | November 12, 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at AAAAI?
An all-in 10×10 booth at AAAAI runs roughly $6,500–$13,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend AAAAI?
AAAAI draws approximately 6,000 attendees. Thousands of allergist/immunologists, allied health, and related healthcare professionals. 150+ organizations in the exhibit hall. 180+ educational sessions. One complimentary badge per 100 sqft rented (max 15). Exhibitor registration opened November 12, 2025.
When is AAAAI ?
AAAAI is scheduled for February 27 - March 2, 2026. Location: Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania Convention Center).
Is AAAAI worth exhibiting at?
The larger of the two major US allergy/immunology meetings (AAAAI vs ACAAI), with 6,000+ attendees and 150+ exhibitors. Strong KOL presence for biologics companies, immunotherapy device manufacturers, and allergy diagnostic firms.