Conference Experiences

AORN Expo 2026 | April 11-14 | New Orleans

We're planning an unforgettable week of networking and celebratory experiences so you can unwind, connect, and have fun with Periop peers from around the world.

AORN Expo Attendees Celebrating at the Kick Off Party.

Kick Off Party

Hang out, unwind, and enjoy local cuisine and live music.

The Opening of the EXPO Hall at AORN Expo 2025 Packed with Attendees.

Expo Hall Opening Reception

Connect with hundreds of exhibitors ready to share their latest products, technologies, and services for the surgical suite.

Dancing at the Boston Boogie Bash.

AORN Foundation Party

Hit the dance floor at the Foundation’s popular fundraiser. Separate ticket required.

A group of participants smiling at an event wellness space.

Wellness Pavilion

Recharge and energize in the Wellness Pavilion, a dedicated space in the Expo Hall offering relaxation, fitness, and interactive activities to refresh both mind and body.

First Time Expo Attendees Networking Together.

First-Time Attendee Lounge

Meet other newbies and connect with conference veterans.

AORN Expo Attendees playing networking games.

Networking Games & Prizes

Spark conversations, break the ice, and connect with fellow attendees  

The LA chapter of AORN smiles with their chapter banner.

Chapter Meet Ups

Build your local and regional network.

Conference attendees engaged in conversation and networking with peers.

Specialty Assembly Meet Ups

Meet other periop professionals in your specialty.

A large auditorium filled with attendees seated in rows, facing a brightly lit stage.

General Sessions & Keynote Speakers

Experience the energy of the General Sessions, featuring groundbreaking voices in perioperative care and nationally recognized keynote speakers who inspire, celebrate, and unite the AORN community.

A formal conference setting with happy participants seated and standing up.

Congress

Attend Congress sessions at Expo to observe and participate in the association’s governance, stay informed on policy decisions, and see how AORN shapes the future of perioperative nursing.

AORN Attendee is greeted with a smile at the AORN Community Desk.

AORN Periop Community District

Chat with a career coach, collaborate with your periop tribe, and meet AORN team members.

Attendees pack seeds as part of a volunteer effort.

Volunteer Activity

Connect with other attendees and be the face of AORN with a variety of volunteer opportunites.