New Year’s resolutions come to life at Optometry’s Meeting® 2025

November 19, 2024
Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 lands in the heart of the Midwest at the Minneapolis Convention Center, June 25-28, 2025. Prepare for the year ahead with access to early registration notifications.
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It’s never too early to get a head start on your New Year’s resolutions. Make sure to mark your calendar for the premiere optometric event of the year—Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5th World Congress of Optometry, June 25-28, 2025, at the Minneapolis Convention Center—and put your professional resolutions into action.

Why Minneapolis?

Minneapolis is more than just the “City of Lakes;” it’s a city filled with culture and charm. The birthplace of the iconic Prince and home to the Mall of America, Minneapolis is uniquely situated in the heart of the Midwest. It offers world-class shopping, entertainment and dining, as well as a rich arts scene.

Why attend?

Optometry’s Meeting 2025 offers something for everyone:

Continuing education (CE)

Stay at the forefront of the profession with sessions that tackle emerging trends, clinical advancements and practical skills. Whether you’re focused on pediatric optometry, myopia management, or advanced diagnostic tools, the education tracks will cater to everyone.

275+ hours of CE and professional development across 200+ courses, where you can also earn AOA CE Hours, Commission on Paraoptometric Certification and COPE credits.

Networking opportunities

Connect with peers, leaders and industry experts in a professional and welcoming environment designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

Can’t-miss social and event opportunities include:

  • A thrilling evening of competition as college rivalries battle it out at the AOSA Optometry Student Bowl™ XXXIV, powered by EssilorLuxottica.
  • The National Optometry Hall of Fame Induction & AOA Advocacy event to celebrate and congratulate your colleagues for their outstanding contributions to the profession.
  • An exciting evening of dancing to Prince-inspired hits and celebrating the profession during our annual Celebration of Optometry.
  • A morning of exercise and comradery during a 3.1-mile run at The AOA Foundation 5K. And if you’re not a morning person, “Count Sheep, Instead of Steps,” a sleep-in option for a small donation.

Eye Care Square Exhibit Hall

Explore the latest in technology, equipment and services to keep your practice ahead of the curve.

The Education Theater in the Eye Care Square returns this year with 12 all-new courses in the exhibit hall.

Leadership and advocacy

Participate in discussions shaping the future of optometry and advocate for the profession.



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