AAHKS 2026
Overview
AAHKS concentrates the surgeons who perform 1.4+ million hip and knee replacements annually in the US -- the highest-volume surgical procedure in orthopaedics. At $70/sqft, it is expensive but the audience quality is unmatched for implant and robotic surgery companies. Every attendee is a potential buyer of hip/knee implants.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
- Primary specialty: hip knee arthroplasty
- Scale: large
- Geography: US
- International attendance: ~10%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 booth | $70.00 | $7,000 | $7,000 (2024 pricing) |
| 10x20 booth | $70.00 | $7,000 | $14,000 |
| 10x30 booth | $66.70 | $6,670 | $20,000 |
| 20x20 booth | $80.00 | $8,000 | $32,000 |
| 30x20 booth | $70.80 | $7,080 | $42,500 |
| 40x20 booth | $75.00 | $7,500 | $60,000 |
| 30x30 booth | $75.00 | $7,500 | $67,500 |
All-In Cost Estimate (10×10 Inline)
| Space rental | $7,000 |
| 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 | $14,000 – $25,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
~3,500-5,000 attendees focused exclusively on hip and knee arthroplasty. These are the surgeons who perform total hip and total knee replacements -- the single largest volume surgical procedure in orthopaedics. Very high purchasing authority for implants, instruments, and robotic surgery systems.
- Purchasing authority: ~60% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~2,100
- Cost per effective buyer: $9.29 ($19,500 all-in ÷ 2,100 buyers)
- International attendance: ~10%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine (Dallas), TX
- Management company: AAHKS (in-house)
- Product theater: Available
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for AAHKS.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
AAHKS concentrates the surgeons who perform 1.4+ million hip and knee replacements annually in the US -- the highest-volume surgical procedure in orthopaedics. At $70/sqft, it is expensive but the audience quality is unmatched for implant and robotic surgery companies. Every attendee is a potential buyer of hip/knee implants.
Why Skip
Premium pricing ($70/sqft) makes this one of the more expensive orthopaedic shows per square foot. The narrow focus on hip/knee arthroplasty means zero value for companies outside that subspecialty. November in Dallas is manageable but the Gaylord Texan is isolated from city amenities, limiting after-hours entertainment options.
Insider Tips
Expensive but worth it for hip/knee implant companies. The Gaylord Texan is a self-contained resort, which keeps attendees on-site and in the exhibit hall. Stryker, Zimmer Biomet, J&J DePuy, and Smith+Nephew dominate the floor -- smaller companies need strong differentiation. Contact Jeff Mitchell early.
Buzzbox Score: 8.6 / 10 (Excellent)
8.6 out of 10. A top-tier show worth a serious line item. Carried by exhibitor experience (9.8: society-run exhibits (in-house) and non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in)). The lightest dimension is cost efficiency (7.4, $70/sqft, above the $39 median). AAHKS concentrates the surgeons who perform 1.4+ million hip and knee replacements annually in the US -- the highest-volume surgical procedure in orthopaedics.
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): 60% purchasing authority and large-scale event.
Solid (7.4): $70/sqft, above the $39 median and cost per qualified buyer runs ~$9.3.
Standout (9.2): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and 7 booth options documented.
Standout (9.8): society-run exhibits (in-house), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and purpose-built convention venue.
Strong (8.4): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and product-theater opportunity for thought leadership.
Strong (8.2): large and well-established.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for AAHKS. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at AAHKS?
An all-in 10×10 booth at AAHKS runs roughly $14,000–$25,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend AAHKS?
AAHKS draws approximately 3,500 attendees. ~3,500-5,000 attendees focused exclusively on hip and knee arthroplasty. These are the surgeons who perform total hip and total knee replacements -- the single largest volume surgical procedure in orthopaedics. Very high purchasing authority for implants, instruments, and robotic surgery systems.
When is AAHKS ?
AAHKS is scheduled for November 5-8, 2026. Location: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine (Dallas), TX.
Is AAHKS worth exhibiting at?
AAHKS concentrates the surgeons who perform 1.4+ million hip and knee replacements annually in the US -- the highest-volume surgical procedure in orthopaedics. At $70/sqft, it is expensive but the audience quality is unmatched for implant and robotic surgery companies.