AVMA Convention 2026

Anaheim Convention Center is the largest convention center on the West Coast of the United States, originally opening in July 1967 and owned and operated by the City of Anaheim. Located at 800 W Katella Avenue across from the Disneyland Resort in the heart of The Anaheim Resort, this world-class facility spans 53 acres and offers over 1.8 million square feet of flexible function space. The convention center underwent six major expansions between 1974 and 2017, including a $190-million expansion completed in 2017 that enhanced its status as one of the most flexible convention centers in North America. The facility features spectacular glass walls that soar 190 feet high and welcomes more than 1 million visitors annually. The center hosts approximately 300 events each year, including major trade shows, conventions, corporate events, consumer shows, meetings, social functions and banquets. Notable events include the Winter NAMM Show, Natural Products Expo West, VidCon, BlizzCon, Anime Expo, D23 Expo, WonderCon, Star Wars Celebration, and Pokemon World Championships. The venue also served as the wrestling venue for the 1984 Summer Olympics. With over 1 million square feet of exhibit space, 5,700 parking spaces, and comprehensive facilities including meeting rooms, ballrooms, an arena, and outdoor event spaces, the Anaheim Convention Center serves diverse industries from entertainment and technology to healthcare and manufacturing, making it a premier destination for both national and international events.