Exhibitor FAQs
Get the answers you need to move forward with confidence.
If you’re considering investing in an exhibit at the 2026 American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions and you have questions, you’ve come to the right place. Our account managers have gathered some of the most frequently asked exhibitor questions to help you make your decision!
When and where will Scientific Sessions be held in 2026?
- November 6-9, 2026, at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, IL
- Exhibits will take place November 7-9, 2026.
What are the exhibit dates and hours?
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. CST
- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. CST
- Monday, Nov. 9, 2026: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. CST
How can I apply for exhibit space?
The Scientific Sessions booth application process is all online. Click here to get your booth application started today!
What is the cost to exhibit?
Exhibits are $48 per square foot. The public service rate is $30 per square foot. There is no additional fee for island booths. View more pricing details here.
What is included with my exhibit fee?
- Complimentary full registrations based on your square footage: 100 square foot booth = two complimentary full registrations. Attend Sessions and network with your high value prospects!
- Unlimited exhibit-only badges for on-site booth staff and on-site VIP customer invites.
- Pipe and drape backdrop and your booth number noted on the floor space in front of the booth.
- Access to the previous year’s registration list for your mailing purposes.
- Complimentary booth listing in the Experience Scientific Sessions Final Program, Conference Coverage Website and the Mobile Meeting Guide App (provided booth has been secured by publication dates).
- Complimentary marketing toolkit.
- Complimentary online presence at scientificsessions.org.
- Opportunity to rent the pre- and post-registration mailing lists.
- Advance approval and reduced price for hosting a Satellite Event.
- Discounted exhibitor housing rates.
What do exhibitors think about Scientific Sessions?
“We had a great experience again this year exhibiting with Scientific Sessions. Attendance was strong, and the quality of engagement was very high. The support provided by the American Heart Association team contributed to a productive experience.”
“Scientific Sessions is one of our best shows every year. We have great booth traffic and the networking is unbeatable.”
“This was our first year exhibiting at Sessions and it was a fantastic experience. We’re looking forward to coming back next year.”
Source: 2025 exhibitor survey data.
View more exhibitor feedback here.
Who attends Scientific Sessions?
- 12,700+ total attendees
- 10,400+ professional attendees
- 49% physicians
- 23% scientists
- 19% cardiovascular health care professionals
Top specialties in attendance (in order by attendance numbers)
- General Cardiology
- Internal Medicine
- Heart Failure
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Administration
- Electrophysiology
- Cardiology: Prevention
- CV Imaging
- Biological Sciences
View the full Audience Snapshot here.
How will you help me succeed at Scientific Sessions?
The Heart Association commits to an extensive Scientific Sessions marketing campaign of social media, mailings, email marketing and retargeting ad programs. We also offer a variety of engaging advertising and sponsorship opportunities designed to maximize your visibility before, during and after the conference.
Exhibitors also have the option to rent a mailing list of registered attendees for promotional purposes.
