April 5-9 | San Diego & Online
Annual Meeting: Networking and Events
Find your people and fuel your passions at one of these exciting Annual Meeting opportunities, where you can connect with friends and colleagues from around the world.
Attendees connect with other puzzle enthusiasts to crack the codes with Charcot’d Breakers.
Learning and connecting is serious business at the Annual Meeting – but also fun and engaging.
Selfie time for long-lasting memories at #AANAM.
Smiles all around at the 2024 Annual Meeting Party.
Taking your photo with friends from across the globe and Sarah Bellum™ is part of the #AANAM bucket list!
Live music kept attendees dancing at the western-themed 2024 Annual Meeting Party.
The Trainee and Faculty Networking Reception was bustling and offered the opportunity for early-career neurologists to connect with seasoned professionals.
#NeurologyProud attendees grab a pic with Sarah Bellum™ at Java, Juice, and Jobs.
Annual Meeting Party
Sunday, April 6, 2025, 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. PT
Head over to San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter where the streets will come alive with music, dancing, and engaging activities. Explore a diverse array of businesses while savoring a feast of visual and culinary delights.
One complimentary entry is included with registration. Add a guest ticket for $125 (guests must be over 21 years old) with your or email Registration Support to reserve.
Free transportation to and from the event will be provided for shuttle-designated hotels within the AAN housing block; times and routes will be available closer to the event.
Run/Walk for Brain Research
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 6:30 a.m.–8:00 a.m. PT
Wake up with an invigorating 5K morning run or walk to raise money to support the AAN Research Programs. with your Annual Meeting full registration at $50 per participant.
American Brain Foundation Commitment to Cures Gala
Saturday, April 5, 2025, Reception at 6:30 p.m. PT, Dinner & Program at 7:00 p.m. PT / Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina.
Celebrate and support brain disease research while learning about new breakthroughs and hearing extraordinary stories from those living with brain disease. Reserve your ticket when registering for the AAN Annual Meeting. .
Advocacy Day
Sunday, April 6
The 2025 Presidential Plenary Session will focus on advocacy in neurology. To expand on this theme, the Practice and Policy Hub will feature an entire day of programming to help participants build key skills associated with participating in AAN advocacy. Celebrate by wearing your AAN green!
Business Administrator Day
Monday, April 7
Explore how health care leaders can bring principles inspired by the ocean into their work environments. Sessions will focus on the latest trends in health care management, strategies for creating sustainable and patient-centered practices, and the importance of maintaining a work-life balance in a demanding industry.
Exhibit Hall Networking and Events
Opening Luncheon
- Sunday, April 6, 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. PT.
- Get ready for fun, food, and entertainment.
Networking Crawl
- Monday, April 7, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. PT.
- Discover new cuisines and contacts during this delicious walking food tour around the exhibit hall.
Puppy Park
- Every day.
- Take a load off...with puppies! Pet, play, and snap photos with lots of cute, furry friends.
Annual Meeting Exhibit Hall Hours: 
- Sunday, April 6, 11:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.  
- Monday, April 7, 11:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.  
- Tuesday, April 8, 11:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.  
- Wednesday, April 9, 11:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. 
In Conjunction With (ICW) Meetings
Affiliated organizations are welcome to meet and host functions during AAN-approved dates and times in conjunction with the 2025 AAN Annual Meeting. For the early rate, submit your ICW meetings by January 9, 2025. Learn more.
Futures in Neurologic Research Boot Camp
Saturday, April 5, 2025, 12:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. PT
A perfect opportunity for medical students, residents, and fellows to receive resources on successful research strategies and outcomes and take part in valuable networking and table discussions. Come learn from established clinician scientists and NINDS leadership!
Medical Student Symposium: Careers in Neurology
Sunday, April 6, 2025, 12:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. PT
Medical students can familiarize themselves with the various subspecialty areas in neurology while making meaningful connections with residents and neurologists.
Trainee and Faculty Networking Reception
Monday, April 7, 2025, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. PT / Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Trainees and faculty can hear about and share experiences, as well as prospects of clerkship, residency, fellowships, and other neurology career opportunities.
Charcot'd Breakers
Grab a friend and dive into a captivating puzzle series located throughout the convention center designed exclusively for neurologists and brain enthusiasts. Solve all the brain-teasing challenges to win a prize. Are you up for the challenge?
Brain Breaks
Rest is good for your brain! Take a mental pause, relax, and refresh with your friends over these fun activities throughout the convention center.
Java, Juice, and Jobs
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. PT
A chance for career seekers to network and find new career opportunities that align with their career goals.