ArVMA's 120th
Winter Meeting
Registration for the 120th Annual ArVMA Winter Meeting opens November 1st! This flagship event brings together veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, and industry partners for continuing education and networking. Please consider this your invitation to join us Feb. 5–7, 2027, at the Hot Springs Convention Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Registration Dates and Payment Methods
Ways to Register:
- Register on-line to pay in advance via Master Card, VISA, or American Express
- Print and complete registration form(s) to pay in advance. Mail forms, along with check payment, to:
Arkansas VMA
P.O. Box 10142
Russellville, AR 72812
- Register on-site via credit card or check. On-site registrations will be charged a $30 late registration fee.
Early Bird Registration:
Opens November 1, 2026, and closes January 25, 2027.
Late Registration:
Available January 26, 2027, through February 7, 2027 with a $30 late registration fee.
On-site Late Registration:
Open Thursday, February 4, 2027- Sunday, February 7, 2027. Will include a $30 late registration fee.
Exclusive ArVMA Member Pricing
Members of Arkansas VMA receive discounted Winter Meeting registration pricing with paid 2027 membership dues.
Either select the option to pay 2027 dues when registering for the Winter Meeting, or join/renew online.
Membership forms are also available to download, print, and mail.
2027 ArVMA Membership Dues are effective October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027
Attention Past Presidents!
A reception in your honor will be hosted by DBH Management Consultants on Friday, Feb. 6 from 5:00-6:30pm at the Embassy Suites. This event will replace the Past Presidents Breakfast on Saturday.
Attention Honor Roll/Life Members, Veterinary Faculty, and Veterinary Students
In exchange for complimentary winter meeting registration, a $50 contribution to the ArVMA Political Action Committee Fund is suggested.
Winter Meeting App
The ArVMA app will allow you to build your personal schedule, browse exhibitors, and get real-time updates from your phone (iOS and Android).
Lunches
Lunch tickets must be purchased ($55 per person) for ArVMA honor roll/life members, veterinary faculty and students, office managers, veterinary technicians, other staff, and spouses/guests.
Lunches on Friday and Saturday are included with all other DVM registrations.
Add-On Options
A one-day registration (8 possible C.E. hours) for Practice Management is available on Friday only.
A Rabies Titer will be offered on Saturday only.
Two duplicate wet lab sessions with Bandaging Angels will be offered for veterinary staff on Saturday afternoon for a $25 fee.
No printed proceedings will be available this year. Rather, a flash drive with proceedings will be provided in registration bags.
Spouse/Guest registration includes continental breakfast, refreshments, and admission to exhibit hall. Does not include admittance to C.E. or lunches.
Hotel Information
Once you register for the Winter Meeting, take advantage of special Arkansas VMA room rates and stay just steps from the convention center. The Arkansas VMA Winter Meeting Rate ranges from $131 to $192 per night depending on the choice of hotel.
ATTENTION: The skybridge connecting the Embassy Suites to the convention center will be closed for a portion of the Winter Meeting. If you have mobility needs or prefer easy access to the Convention Center, we suggest booking at the Hotel Hot Springs, which provides a complimentary shuttle.
Hotel Hot Springs
ArVMA Winter Meeting Rate: $131
Reservation cut-off date:
January 15, 2027.
Embassy Suites Hot Springs
ArVMA Winter Meeting Rate: $192
Reservation cut-off date:
January 5, 2027
*Reservations made after the cut-off date will be at the best available rate.*
