You want some fun? We’ve got you covered.
The AAO Annual Session is the most highly anticipated orthodontic event of the year. No other forum offers you three full days with the same type of high-caliber, high-energy and just plain fun networking opportunities.
Badges are required for entry to special events and will serve as your ticket.
Thursday, April 30
SOE – G. Frans Currier Educational Leadership Conference & Reception
presented by the Society of Educators (SOE)
Educators forum focused on curriculum & best practice updates in orthodontic education.
Available to registered SOE members
Time: 9:45am – 6:00pm
Location: Convention Center | Room W307
Cost: Free to all registered SOE members.
New Ortho Seminar
The New Ortho Seminar is designed to empower early-career orthodontists to lead with clarity, confidence, and connection.
Open to AAO Member doctors within 5 years of starting practice
Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: Convention Center | W205BC
New Ortho Networking Event 7pm – 10pm at Hampton Social
Cost: $100
First-Time Attendee Welcome
Join our pre-conference introduction and tour, where AAO staff will offer personalized insights on crafting your Annual Session schedule experience.
Open to first-time Annual Session attendees
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm
Location: Convention Center | Room TBD
Cost: Free with registration.
AAO Service Awards
Join us in celebrating this year’s award winners. Awards presented include Brophy, Humanitarian, Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Contribution, Jarabak & Ketcham.
Open to all attendees
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Orlando | Florida A
Cost: Free
Friday, May 1
Resident Luncheon
This seminar introduces residents to three key career tracks in orthodontics—academic education, corporate (OSO/DSO) practice, and private practice ownership.
Open to AAO Student Members
Time: 11:30am – 2:00pm
Location: Convention Center | Room W206
Cost: Free with registration. Reserve a spot during the registration process.
Keynote
Information coming soon.
Open to registered attendees
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Convention Center | Chapin Theater
Alumni Receptions
Stop by the alumni receptions to reminisce with old classmates, professors and recent graduates from your alma mater.
Open to doctors who attended an ortho program in the US / Canada
Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Orlando & nearby venues
Cost: Free with registration. Sign up during the registration process.
Ortho Resident Party
Open to AAO Student Members
Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Mango’s Orlando
Cost: Free with registration. Reserve a spot during the registration process.
Saturday, May 2
Fun Run & Walk
Get your blood pumping with an early morning 5K. Whether you’re running or walking you we encourage you to join the fun!
Available to registered attendees
Time: 6:00am – 7:30am
Location: Turkey Lake
Shuttle and Route information coming soon.
Cost: $25 ticket is available through registration.
Women Orthodontists Networking Session
How to be 2.5x more Successful: Networking as a Woman with speaker, Kathryn Valentine
Open to female registrants
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Convention Center | Room W307
Cost: $25 ticket is available through registration.
Career Fair
Employers showcase available career opportunities.
Open to doctors, residents, & orthodontic staff
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Convention Center | Level 1 Foyer
Cost: Free with registration.
Inclusion & Engagement Session with Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Join the Special Committee on Inclusion & Engagement for light refreshments and lively discussion followed by Q&A and networking session.
Open to doctors and residents
Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Location: Convention Center | Room W307
Cost: $25 ticket is available through registration. Free for AAO Student Members.
AAO Fest
Registered attendees are invited join colleagues and event sponsors for an unforgettable party!
Available to registered attendees
Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Theme Park TBA
Cost: Complimentary for AAO Active members, Non-Members, and Ortho Team registrants and available for $100 for registered Retired, Faculty and Student Members and Guests. Please be sure to claim your spot during registration.
Sunday, May 3
Global Reception
Join your colleagues from around the globe for an evening of fellowship.
Open to registered attendees
Time: 7:00pm -10:00pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Orlando | Orlando Ballroom
Cost: Free to registered attendees.
