Social Events

The AACD conference experience combines cutting-edge continuing education with exquisite social events designed to allow attendees to network with colleagues from around the world. The best part? Most are included with your conference tuition, except for the Celebration of Smiles event (AACD Charitable Foundation fundraiser) and Celebration of Excellence gala.

Tuesday, May 6

Continental Breakfast 7:30 am – 9:00 am

Wednesday, May 7

Navigating the Bayou 6:45 am – 7:45 am
Continental Breakfast 7:00 am – 8:30 am
GEM Activities 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Exhibit Hall Social 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Secondline Brass Band Parade 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Opening Reception 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Thursday, May 8

Continental Breakfast 7:00 am – 8:30 am
GEM Activities 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Exhibit Hall Social 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
AACDCF Celebration of Smiles event 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Friday, May 9

Continental Breakfast 7:00 am – 8:30 am
GEM Activities 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Affiliate Meet and Greet 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Celebration of Excellence gala (SOLD OUT) 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Saturday, May 10