ARVO Annual Meeting 2027
Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- Dates
- May 2–6, 2027 Confirmed
- Location
- San Diego Convention Center (111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101), San Diego, United States
- Expected attendance
- About 7,500
- Therapy or topic area
- Ophthalmology
About the meeting
ARVO’s Annual Meeting is the premier global gathering for eye and vision scientists, students, and affiliated fields to share the latest research findings and collaborate. For 2027 the meeting will be hosted May 2–6 in San Diego, Calif.; emphasis will be placed on translational research discoveries and global efforts in vision science.
Based on the official ARVO website. Abstracts are published in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science : IOVS.
Key dates for ARVO 2027
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Abstract submission deadline | December 4, 2026 | Confirmed |
| Meeting | May 2–6, 2027 | Confirmed |
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Submitting an abstract to ARVO 2027
- Membership required
- Yes
ARVO hasn't published its 2027 abstract guidelines yet. Check the official website for updates. The official guidelines always take precedence.
Common questions
When is the ARVO 2027 abstract deadline?
The abstract submission deadline is December 4, 2026. The date is confirmed.
When and where is ARVO 2027?
ARVO 2027 takes place May 2–6, 2027 at San Diego Convention Center (111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101) in San Diego, United States. The dates are confirmed.
How many people attend ARVO?
About 7,500 people are expected at ARVO 2027.
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Past editions
| Year | Meeting dates | City | Abstract deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | May 3–7, 2026 | Denver | December 5, 2025 |
| 2025 | May 4–8, 2025 | Salt Lake City | Not recorded |
| 2024 | May 5–9, 2024 | Seattle | Not recorded |
| 2023 | April 23–27, 2023 | New Orleans | Not recorded |
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Last updated November 6, 2026. Source: Orbytel Group conference database. Dates marked estimated are our projections, not the organizer's.
ARVO abstracts are due in 28 days
The deadline is December 4, 2026. Watch ARVO and we'll email you before it, whenever its dates change, and when the 2028 deadline is announced.