The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry hosts the world’s premier gathering of child and adolescent psychiatrists in Atlanta, GA, October 26-31, 2026. AACAP’s 2026 Annual Meeting is the best place to connect with colleagues, old and new, and learn about the most cutting-edge scientific information in the field. Mark your calendars today!

Call for Papers

AACAP’s 2026 Annual Meeting Call for Papers is open for submissions.

Preliminary Schedule

AACAP’s 2026 Annual Meeting Preliminary Schedule, including the full list of speakers, is available online on June 16, 2026.

Registration

Online registration for AACAP’s 2026 Annual Meeting opens in August 2026. Be sure to register early to make sure you can attend all your preferred events. 

Hotels

Hotel reservations for the Annual Meeting open June 16, 2026. Stay tuned for more details.

Volunteer as a Monitor at the Annual Meeting

Attention:  Residents, Trainees, Medical and Other Students 

Would you like to receive a FREE Annual Meeting Registration? If so, volunteer as a Monitor for one full day or two half days to receive free registration for the AACAP Annual Meeting. Check back in July 2026 for more information and to signup to Monitor.

Exhibit and Advertising Opportunities

Interested in exhibiting or advertising at AACAPs 2026 Annual Meeting? Contact AACAP’s Exhibits Manager at exhibits@aacap.org. The Invitation to Exhibit will be available in April 2026.