PAS 2026
Overview
The premier academic pediatric research meeting, ideal for companies launching new neonatal or pediatric devices that need KOL endorsement and clinical trial partnerships. 7,500 attendees include the researchers and department chairs who influence hospital formularies and device committees. Strong if you need clinical evidence partnerships.
Key Facts
- Host organization: Pediatric Academic Societies (APA, SPR, APS, AAP)
- Primary specialty: pediatrics academic
- Scale: large
- Geography: US National + International
- International attendance: ~20%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 Linear (standard) | — | — | Min 100 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 | $6,000 – $12,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
7,500+ pediatric researchers, clinicians, and medical educators including 2,100+ trainees. More research/academic-focused than AAP NCE. All linear booths are 100 sqft (10x10) unless otherwise noted. Mailing lists available to exhibitors ($600 pre-meeting, $800 post-meeting).
- Purchasing authority: ~35% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~2,625
- Cost per effective buyer: $3.43 ($9,000 all-in ÷ 2,625 buyers)
- International attendance: ~20%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Boston, MA (Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center)
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for PAS.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The premier academic pediatric research meeting, ideal for companies launching new neonatal or pediatric devices that need KOL endorsement and clinical trial partnerships. 7,500 attendees include the researchers and department chairs who influence hospital formularies and device committees. Strong if you need clinical evidence partnerships.
Why Skip
Heavily academic and trainee-oriented (28% are trainees). Low direct purchasing authority compared to AAP NCE or specialty-specific meetings. If you are seeking volume sales leads rather than KOL relationships and research partnerships, AAP NCE is the better choice. Only ~80 exhibitors means smaller hall.
Insider Tips
PAS is the academic counterpart to AAP NCE (which is practice-oriented). Exhibit at PAS for KOL access and research partnerships; exhibit at AAP NCE for volume sales leads. Both are worth doing if your product serves pediatrics.
Buzzbox Score: 5.7 / 10 — Average
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for PAS. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at PAS?
An all-in 10×10 booth at PAS runs roughly $6,000–$12,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend PAS?
PAS draws approximately 7,500 attendees. 7,500+ pediatric researchers, clinicians, and medical educators including 2,100+ trainees. More research/academic-focused than AAP NCE. All linear booths are 100 sqft (10x10) unless otherwise noted. Mailing lists available to exhibitors ($600 pre-meeting, $800 post-meeting).
When is PAS ?
PAS is scheduled for April 24-27, 2026. Location: Boston, MA (Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center).
Is PAS worth exhibiting at?
The premier academic pediatric research meeting, ideal for companies launching new neonatal or pediatric devices that need KOL endorsement and clinical trial partnerships. 7,500 attendees include the researchers and department chairs who influence hospital formularies and device committees.