ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet 2026
Overview
The most targeted aesthetic/cosmetic surgery audience in the US -- members are board-certified plastic surgeons who focus on aesthetics, plus a growing cohort of nurse injectors and med spa owners. If you sell injectables, lasers, body contouring devices, or skincare, this is the highest-intent buyer audience per square foot of any aesthetics show.
Key Facts
- Host organization: The Aesthetic Society (formerly ASAPS)
- Primary specialty: aesthetic surgery
- Scale: mid
- Geography: US (national)
- International attendance: ~10%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inline (standard) | — | — | Min 100 sqft |
| Corner | — | — | Min 100 sqft |
| Island | — | — | Min 400 sqft |
All-In Cost Estimate (10×10 Inline)
| Space rental | — |
| 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 | $9,000 – $16,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
Highly curated, affluent audience. Aesthetic Society membership is selective (board-certified plastic surgeons focused on cosmetic surgery). Industry Observer badges available. Company reps earn 1 booth point per badge for future placement. Strong med spa and non-surgeon injector attendance in recent years.
- Purchasing authority: ~65% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~1,950
- Cost per effective buyer: $6.41 ($12,500 all-in ÷ 1,950 buyers)
- International attendance: ~10%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, MA
- Management company: The Aesthetic Society (in-house)
- Product theater: Available
Who Else Exhibits
Approximately 150+ exhibitors typically attend ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet. Your competitors are here.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The most targeted aesthetic/cosmetic surgery audience in the US -- members are board-certified plastic surgeons who focus on aesthetics, plus a growing cohort of nurse injectors and med spa owners. If you sell injectables, lasers, body contouring devices, or skincare, this is the highest-intent buyer audience per square foot of any aesthetics show.
Why Skip
Small show with premium pricing and opaque booth costs. The audience is exclusively cosmetic -- if your device serves reconstructive, trauma, or general surgery, ASPS (PSTM) is a better fit. Also, the booth point system makes it difficult for first-time exhibitors to secure good locations.
Insider Tips
Premium audience, premium pricing. Live demos and hands-on workshops drive the most traffic. Boston venue in May is excellent. Consider co-exhibiting with a distributor if this is your first year to leverage their booth points.
Buzzbox Score: 8.3 / 10 (Excellent)
8.3 out of 10. A top-tier show worth a serious line item. Carried by exhibitor experience (8.9: society-run exhibits (in-house) and non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in)). The lightest dimension is cost efficiency (7.7, $50/sqft, slightly above the $39 median). The most targeted aesthetic/cosmetic surgery audience in the US -- members are board-certified plastic surgeons who focus on aesthetics, plus a growing cohort of nurse injectors and med spa owners.
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 (8.2): 65% purchasing authority.
Solid (7.7): $50/sqft, slightly above the $39 median and cost per qualified buyer runs ~$6.4.
Strong (8.4): booth pricing published, 3 booth options documented, and exhibitor count disclosed.
Strong (8.9): society-run exhibits (in-house), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and product theater / demo stage available.
Strong (8.4): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and product-theater opportunity for thought leadership.
Strong (8.5): mid-size with room to grow and growing year over year.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet?
An all-in 10×10 booth at ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet runs roughly $9,000–$16,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet?
ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet draws approximately 3,000 attendees. Highly curated, affluent audience. Aesthetic Society membership is selective (board-certified plastic surgeons focused on cosmetic surgery). Industry Observer badges available. Company reps earn 1 booth point per badge for future placement. Strong med spa and non-surgeon injector attendance in recent years.
When is ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet ?
ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet is scheduled for May 14-17, 2026. Location: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, MA.
Is ASAPS/Aesthetic Meet worth exhibiting at?
The most targeted aesthetic/cosmetic surgery audience in the US -- members are board-certified plastic surgeons who focus on aesthetics, plus a growing cohort of nurse injectors and med spa owners. If you sell injectables, lasers, body contouring devices, or skincare, this is the highest-intent buyer audience per square foot of any aesthetics show..