AGS 2026
By Buzzbox Media · Last reviewed August 3, 2026
What is AGS?
The most concentrated gathering of glaucoma specialists in the US: 1,650 attendees who are almost exclusively glaucoma surgeons and fellows with direct purchasing authority for MIGS devices, tonometers, OCT systems, and glaucoma pharmaceuticals. The intimate resort venue format means every exhibitor gets meaningful face time with decision-makers, unlike mega-shows where you compete for attention.
What are the key facts about AGS?
- Host organization: American Glaucoma Society
- Primary specialty: glaucoma
- Scale: small
- Geography: US (national)
- International attendance: ~5%
- See all Ophthalmology conferences
Which device categories fit AGS?
Which buyer stages does AGS fit?
What does AGS charge for booth space?
Cost not published
American Glaucoma Society does not publish booth pricing for AGS that we can link to, so we do not list a figure here. We would rather show nothing than an estimate you cannot check. Ask them directly on the AGS exhibitor page ↗.
Planning the AGS booth itself? Read our guide to medical conference booth design for booth types, union labor rules, and the corner upgrade.
Who attends AGS?
2025 AGS in Washington DC had over 1,650 attendees. The AGS celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2025. This is a subspecialty-focused meeting. Attendees are almost exclusively glaucoma specialists and fellows, making it one of the most targeted audiences in ophthalmology. Resort venue format (not convention center) creates an intimate, high-engagement environment.
- Purchasing authority: ~75% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~1,238
- International attendance: ~5%
Where is AGS held?
- Venue: Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, CA (Palm Springs area)
- Management company: PCI (event management)
- Product theater: Not available
Who else exhibits at AGS?
Approximately 40+ exhibitors typically attend AGS. Your competitors are here.
Is AGS worth exhibiting?
Why Exhibit
The most concentrated gathering of glaucoma specialists in the US: 1,650 attendees who are almost exclusively glaucoma surgeons and fellows with direct purchasing authority for MIGS devices, tonometers, OCT systems, and glaucoma pharmaceuticals. The intimate resort venue format means every exhibitor gets meaningful face time with decision-makers, unlike mega-shows where you compete for attention.
Why Skip
Very small show (40 exhibitors, 1,650 attendees) limits lead volume. If your device serves general ophthalmology rather than glaucoma specifically, the audience is too narrow. The Ritz-Carlton venue also means higher travel and lodging costs for your team, and the resort setting can make it harder to maintain a professional exhibit presence.
What should exhibitors know before AGS?
High-quality, low-volume. Think of this as a 3-day dinner meeting with the entire US glaucoma subspecialty. KOL relationships built here translate to clinical trial site recruitment and advisory board participation. MIGS device companies should consider this a must-attend.
What is the Buzzbox Score for AGS?
8.9 / 10 (Excellent)
8.9 out of 10. A top-tier show worth a serious line item. Carried by audience quality (9.7: 75% purchasing authority and 41:1 attendee ratio). The lightest dimension is growth trajectory (7.0, small footprint).
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. A factor we cannot source is left unscored rather than estimated, and the overall score above was set before any figure behind it was withdrawn.
Standout (9.7): 75% purchasing authority and 41:1 attendee ratio.
Not scored on cost: this organizer publishes no booth price we can link to.
Strong (8.5): exhibitor count disclosed.
Strong (8.0): managed by PCI (event management), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and exhibitor-friendly host city.
Strong (8.4): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and a distinctive format.
Solid (7.0): small footprint.
When are the AGS exhibitor deadlines?
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Returning Sponsor First Refusal | March 30, 2026 |
| Cancellation For Refund | June 26, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at AGS?
AGS does not publish booth pricing we can link to, so we do not list a cost for this show. Rather than estimate one, we point you at the organizer's exhibitor page to request current rates directly.
How many people attend AGS?
AGS draws approximately 1,650 attendees. 2025 AGS in Washington DC had over 1,650 attendees. The AGS celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2025. This is a subspecialty-focused meeting. Attendees are almost exclusively glaucoma specialists and fellows, making it one of the most targeted audiences in ophthalmology. Resort venue format (not convention center) creates an intimate, high-engagement environment.
When and where is AGS 2026?
AGS 2026 takes place February 19-22, 2026. The venue is Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, CA (Palm Springs area). American Glaucoma Society hosts the meeting.
How many AGS attendees have purchasing authority?
About 75% of AGS attendees hold purchasing authority, which works out to roughly 1,238 effective buyers out of approximately 1,650 attendees. Effective buyers multiplies total attendance by the share of attendees who hold purchasing authority. Both inputs are estimates drawn from organizer reporting and our own exhibitor research, so read the figure as directional rather than exact.
Who exhibits at AGS?
Approximately 40+ exhibitors typically attend AGS. The device categories that fit this floor are tonometers, OCT systems, surgical instruments, MIGS devices, laser systems, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, and IOP monitoring.
How does Buzzbox Media score AGS?
AGS carries a Buzzbox Score of 8.9 out of 10 (Excellent), with one caveat on this record: cost efficiency is not scored, because American Glaucoma Society publishes no booth price we can link to, and the overall score was set before that figure was withdrawn. The factors still scored are audience quality, data transparency, exhibitor experience, editorial value, and growth trajectory. Each factor is scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band, and every conference in our index cleared a relevance bar to be listed, so 7.0 is the floor. On this record the highest is audience quality at 9.7 and the lowest is growth trajectory at 7.0.