USCAP 2026
Overview
The largest academic pathology meeting in North America with 4,000+ attendees from 70+ countries. NPI number on badge barcodes means you can confirm attendees are credentialed physicians (valuable for follow-up). At $3,500 for a standard booth, entry cost is very reasonable for a specialized medical meeting.
Key Facts
- Host organization: United States & Canadian Academy of Pathology
- Primary specialty: pathology
- Scale: mid
- Geography: US National + International
- International attendance: ~30%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Booth | — | — | |
| Corner Booth | — | — | |
| Island Booth | — | — |
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 – $11,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
Over 4,000 attendees from more than 70 countries. Strong academic/research orientation — senior executives, academic leaders, practicing pathologists, and laboratory decision-makers. Exhibit hall growing year over year (sells out quickly). NPI number collected during badge scanning — exhibitors can capture attendee credentials on scan. 3-day exhibit hall (Mon-Wed).
- Purchasing authority: ~55% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~2,200
- Cost per effective buyer: $3.86 ($8,500 all-in ÷ 2,200 buyers)
- International attendance: ~30%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: San Antonio, TX (Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center)
- Management company: AIM (Association & Industry Meeting Solutions)
- Move-in: March 21-22, 2026
- Move-out: March 25, 2026 (after 4pm close)
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for USCAP.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The largest academic pathology meeting in North America with 4,000+ attendees from 70+ countries. NPI number on badge barcodes means you can confirm attendees are credentialed physicians (valuable for follow-up). At $3,500 for a standard booth, entry cost is very reasonable for a specialized medical meeting.
Why Skip
Heavy academic/research orientation means slower purchasing cycles than commercially-focused shows. Attendees are evaluating science, not shopping. If you need immediate purchase orders, ADLM's 80%-will-buy audience is a better fit. Sells out early — late applicants may be shut out.
Insider Tips
Managed by AIM (Association & Industry Meeting Solutions). $3,500 standard booth is excellent value. NPI-on-badge feature is a genuine differentiator for exhibitor lead quality — highlight in blog content. San Antonio is a low-cost venue city. 30% international gives global reach.
Buzzbox Score: 9.2 / 10 (Exceptional)
9.2 out of 10. One of the strongest exhibiting opportunities in our index. Carried by data transparency (9.3: booth pricing published and exhibitor prospectus available). The lightest dimension is growth trajectory (7.8, mid-size with room to grow). The largest academic pathology meeting in North America with 4,000+ attendees from 70+ countries.
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 (8.7): 55% purchasing authority and 40:1 attendee ratio.
Strong (8.9): $35/sqft, right at the dataset median.
Standout (9.3): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and 3 booth options documented.
Strong (8.4): managed by AIM (Association & Industry Meeting Solutions), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and exhibitor-friendly host city.
Strong (8.6): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and the flagship / largest show in its niche.
Solid (7.8): mid-size with room to grow.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for USCAP. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at USCAP?
An all-in 10×10 booth at USCAP runs roughly $6,000–$11,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend USCAP?
USCAP draws approximately 4,000 attendees. Over 4,000 attendees from more than 70 countries. Strong academic/research orientation — senior executives, academic leaders, practicing pathologists, and laboratory decision-makers. Exhibit hall growing year over year (sells out quickly). NPI number collected during badge scanning — exhibitors can capture attendee credentials on scan. 3-day exhibit hall (Mon-Wed).
When is USCAP ?
USCAP is scheduled for March 21-26, 2026 (exhibits March 23-25). Location: San Antonio, TX (Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center).
Is USCAP worth exhibiting at?
The largest academic pathology meeting in North America with 4,000+ attendees from 70+ countries. NPI number on badge barcodes means you can confirm attendees are credentialed physicians (valuable for follow-up).