# About the Meeting

## **Meeting information**

ARVO’s Annual Meeting is the premier global gathering for eye and vision scientists, students, and those in affiliated fields to share the latest research findings and collaborate on innovative solutions. For 2027, the Meeting will be hosted **May 2 - 6** in **San Diego, Calif**.

### **Our Global Why**

The 2027 Annual Meeting theme reflects upon why efforts in vision science internationally need committed support. Patients and communities have different and similar needs for focused inquiry in various areas of eye disease and vision care. Translational research discoveries in thwarting, reducing, and/or eliminating eye diseases and conditions globally will be emphasized.

### **Meeting location**

The San Diego Convention Center is located at 111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, Calif. 92101

## Annual Meeting early checklist

**Join ARVO**  
ARVO membership is open to individuals with particular proficiency or interest in the field of ophthalmic investigation and vision research.  
[Join here](https://www1.arvo.org/eWeb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=ARVOMemberJoin%20&Site=ARVO2015)

**Book hotel**  
Reserve your hotel room in San Diego, Calif., for ARVO 2027.  
[Book here](/content/annual-meeting/attendees/hotels-travel/index.html)