AOFAS 2026
Overview
The premier US conference for orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery. In 2026, the co-location with IFFAS doubles the international reach, making it the single best year to exhibit if you sell foot/ankle implants, fixation devices, biologics, or surgical instruments. Direct access to the surgeons who specify and purchase these devices.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society
- Primary specialty: foot ankle surgery
- Scale: mid
- Geography: International
- International attendance: ~30%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
Booth pricing not yet verified for AOFAS. Request our research →
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 | $8,000 – $18,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
AOFAS members are orthopaedic foot and ankle specialists. 2026 co-located with IFFAS (International Federation of Foot & Ankle Societies) Biennial Meeting, which will significantly boost international attendance. Typical attendance ~1,500-2,000 for domestic meetings.
- Purchasing authority: ~65% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~1,300
- Cost per effective buyer: $10 ($13,000 all-in ÷ 1,300 buyers)
- International attendance: ~30%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Seattle, WA
- Management company: AOFAS (in-house)
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for AOFAS.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The premier US conference for orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery. In 2026, the co-location with IFFAS doubles the international reach, making it the single best year to exhibit if you sell foot/ankle implants, fixation devices, biologics, or surgical instruments. Direct access to the surgeons who specify and purchase these devices.
Why Skip
Small domestic audience outside of IFFAS years. General orthopaedic devices are better served at AAOS. If your product is not foot/ankle-specific, the audience is too narrow.
Insider Tips
2026 is the year to be at AOFAS because of the IFFAS co-location -- international reach jumps significantly. Seattle is a well-liked venue city. Contact Debbie Whalen early for booth availability as IFFAS years sell out faster.
Buzzbox Score: 7.2 / 10 (Strong)
7.2 out of 10. A solid, dependable show for the right exhibitor. Carried by cost efficiency (9.2: $20/sqft, under the $39 median and cost per qualified buyer runs ~$10.0). The lightest dimension is data transparency (7.2, booth pricing published). The premier US conference for orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery.
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.
Solid (7.4): 65% purchasing authority.
Standout (9.2): $20/sqft, under the $39 median and cost per qualified buyer runs ~$10.0.
Solid (7.2): booth pricing published, attendee purchasing-authority data published, and all-in cost estimate available.
Solid (7.3): society-run exhibits (in-house) and non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in).
Strong (8.0): solid exhibitor rationale, "who should skip" note included, and the flagship / largest show in its niche.
Solid (7.4): mid-size with room to grow.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for AOFAS. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at AOFAS?
An all-in 10×10 booth at AOFAS runs roughly $8,000–$18,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend AOFAS?
AOFAS draws approximately 2,000 attendees. AOFAS members are orthopaedic foot and ankle specialists. 2026 co-located with IFFAS (International Federation of Foot & Ankle Societies) Biennial Meeting, which will significantly boost international attendance. Typical attendance ~1,500-2,000 for domestic meetings.
When is AOFAS ?
AOFAS is scheduled for September 16-19, 2026 (Scientific Sessions Sept 16-18, IFFAS Sept 18-19). Location: Seattle, WA.
Is AOFAS worth exhibiting at?
The premier US conference for orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery. In 2026, the co-location with IFFAS doubles the international reach, making it the single best year to exhibit if you sell foot/ankle implants, fixation devices, biologics, or surgical instruments.