Ophthalmology (medical)
AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) Las Vegas
Nov 12-15, 2027 · Venetian Expo
Dates verified date source · Official site · Attendance history
to Mon, Nov 15, 2027
Venue guide: Venetian Expo
How full will Vegas be during AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
Quiet: room inventory is usually easy to find and standard lead times work.
AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) falls mostly in the week of Nov 8, 2027, which we rate Quiet on trade-show attendance: about 22,824 trade-show attendees in town (pro-rated), counting AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) and 1 other tracked show that overlap its dates.
Overlapping shows
- RE+ 2027 Nov 15-18, 2027 · LVCC · ~37,000
Each Monday-Sunday week gets one score: the pro-rated attendance of every tracked trade show in town that week. The score sets the week’s trade label. A trade show carries the trade label of the week that holds most of its days (ties go to the busier week), on every tile and page. A week’s headline label can be lifted by the leisure floor (“Busy (leisure)” or “Peak (leisure)”); trade-show tiles never inherit it. Method.
When to book entertainment for AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology)
Book entertainment: Plenty of time
Based on typical lead times for headline and booth entertainment (status as of Oct 18). In Packed or Sold-out weeks, book at the early end; private rooms and hotel blocks go fast too.
What is AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
AAO is the American Academy of Ophthalmology's annual meeting: ophthalmology education, named lectures and an exhibit hall. It rotates cities (New Orleans in 2026).
Who attends: Ophthalmologists, eye-care teams and industry. In 2025 the total included 6,084 exhibitor staff.
Attendance trend: 16,085 total in 2025 (Orlando), including exhibitor staff. 2026 is in New Orleans (Oct 9-12). Attendance history.
When it usually happens
AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) runs Friday to Monday, Nov 12-15, 2027 at Venetian Expo. It overlaps RE+ 2027. The 2027 Las Vegas expo runs Nov 13-15. Physician attendees mean medical-industry compliance rules on entertainment apply.
Where to stay
For hotels connected to or near the venue, plus Loop and Monorail options, see our Venetian Expo and The Venetian Convention Center guide.
Entertainment ideas for AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology)
- A compliance-friendly demo host
- A live sketch artist capturing key themes
- A trivia moment with non-cash prizes (check compliance rules)
- An acoustic set for a faculty or partner dinner (check compliance rules)
- A jazz trio for a reception
- A comedian for an internal team event
Ideas, not endorsements. Match the act to the crowd and check the show's exhibitor rules on sound levels and booth activations.
AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology) FAQ
When is AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) runs Nov 12-15, 2027 in Las Vegas.
Where is AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) held?
At Venetian Expo, Las Vegas.
How many people attend AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
About 16,085 (2025 figure, per the source linked on this page).
How busy will Las Vegas be during AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
We rate the week of Nov 8, 2027 as Quiet: about 22,824 trade-show attendees in town (estimate).
When should I book entertainment for AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
Our booking meter currently reads “Plenty of time” for headline and booth entertainment, based on typical lead times.
What else is in Las Vegas during AAO 2027 (American Academy of Ophthalmology)?
Overlapping tracked shows: RE+ 2027.
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Attendance history and past editions
| Year | Where | Attendance | What it counts / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Orlando | 16,085 | total (incl. 6,084 exhibitor staff) source |
Organizer or audit figures as published; counting methods differ between sources and years.
Sources and notes
2025 (Orlando): 16,085 total, including 6,084 exhibitor staff. Expo Nov 13-15.
- Dates: https://aao.org/annual-meeting/past-and-future-meetings
- Attendance: https://www.aao.org/annual-meeting/named-lectures/meeting-information_past-attendance (2025 figure)
- Official site: https://www.aao.org/annual-meeting
Spotted a change? Dates and venues are set by the organizer and can move. Always confirm on the official site.
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