Top Conferences in San Diego This Week (24th–30th May 2026)
San Diego is gearing up for an exciting week of conferences and large-scale professional events from 24th–30th May 2026. The city will welcome industry leaders, innovators, healthcare experts, startup founders, business professionals, and technology enthusiasts for a packed lineup of networking sessions, expos, seminars, and innovation-focused gatherings.
Take a look at the leading conferences scheduled in the city and find out what attendees can expect from each event.
1. The ASTA Travel Advisor Conference 2026
Date: 27th–29th May 2026
Venue: Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, San Diego
One of the biggest travel industry conferences in the U.S., this event brings together travel advisors, tourism companies, hospitality leaders, and global travel brands. The conference is expected to attract strong industry participation because of the recovery and expansion of international tourism markets.
2. SDSU San Diego Angel Conference 2026
Date: 29th May 2026
Venue: San Diego State University
This startup and investor-focused conference is gaining major attention among entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and startup founders. Finalist startups pitch their businesses to investors for funding opportunities that may exceed $200,000.
3. America’s Physician Groups (APG) Annual Conference 2026
Date: 27th–29th May 2026
Venue: Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, San Diego
This premier healthcare conference brings together physician groups, healthcare executives, policymakers, and medical leaders to discuss value-based care, healthcare economics, accountable care strategies, and innovations in family medicine. The event is widely recognized for its focus on improving healthcare delivery, industry networking, and leadership collaboration across the U.S. healthcare sector.
4. Travel Advisor Conference 2026
Date: 27th–29th May 2026
Venue: Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, San Diego
This major travel industry conference brings together travel advisors, tourism boards, hospitality brands, cruise companies, and travel technology leaders from across the globe. The event focuses on travel trends, tourism growth, business networking, and innovative strategies shaping the future of the travel and hospitality industry.
5. International Conference on Lifelong Learning and Adult Education Strategies (ICLLAES) 2026
Date: 26th May 2026
Venue: San Diego, California
This international academic conference brings together educators, researchers, policymakers, and academic professionals to discuss modern lifelong learning approaches, adult education development, and innovative educational strategies. The event focuses on research collaboration, knowledge sharing, and emerging trends shaping the future of global education systems.
6. International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (ICAIML) 2026
Held on 27th May 2026 in San Francisco, this conference focuses on the latest developments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and emerging AI technologies.
7. World Youth Leadership Conference (WYLC)
An international youth leadership event focused on leadership development, innovation, social impact, and global collaboration among young leaders and educators (hosted on May 27).
8. International Conference on Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Science (ICCCSES)
A global sustainability event focused on climate solutions, renewable energy, and environmental research, bringing together scientists, policymakers, and sustainability leaders on May 27.
9. World Youth Leadership Conference (WYLC) 2026
Taking place on 27th May 2026 in San Francisco, this global youth conference highlights leadership skills, innovation, social impact, and collaboration opportunities for students, educators, and emerging young leaders.
10. International Congress on Vision Science and Eye (ICVSE)
A medical conference focused on advancements in ophthalmology, vision science, eye care research, and emerging treatment technologies (hosted on May 29).
11. International Conference on Machine Learning and Chat GPT (ICMLCG)
An emerging AI event centered on machine learning, generative AI, large language models, and ChatGPT-related innovations (hosted on May 30).
12. International Conference on Big Data and Smart Computing (ICBSC)
Held for technology-focused gathering exploring big data analytics, cloud computing, smart systems, and digital transformation trends on May 30.
13. International Conference on Mental Health at the Workplace (ICMHW)
A workplace wellness event bringing together HR leaders, mental health experts, and researchers to discuss employee well-being and organizational mental health strategies on May 30.
With major events spanning healthcare, technology, education, sustainability, finance, startups, and global leadership, the Conference in San Diego (24th–30th May 2026) lineup highlights why the city continues to be a leading destination for professional networking, innovation, and industry collaboration.