Special Events and Experiences
ACSM offers a wide range of special events and experiences designed to support wellness, connection, learning, and celebration throughout the meeting.
Wellness and Well-Being
These experiences are designed to support balance, restoration, and self-care throughout the meeting.
ACOG on the Move: 5K Run / Walk / Sleep
Friday, May 1 | 6–7 a.m.
Carderock Cliffs (shuttles will be provided)
Start your ACSM experience with a 5k—your way. The inaugural ACOG on the Move event gives you the option to run or walk along the beautiful Potomac River, or to participate virtually if you’d rather sleep in. It’s a great way to get moving, connect with colleagues, and support well-being at the start of the meeting. Register now.
Wellness Classes: Zumba
Saturday, May 2 | 6–7 a.m.
Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Salon 9
Bring the energy with Zumba! This fun, high-energy dance workout blends music and movement for an uplifting experience. No dance experience required—just come ready to move, laugh, and energize your body. Additional registration required.
Serenity Room
Friday, May 1 | 8–9:30 a.m., noon–5 p.m.
Saturday, May 2 | 8 a.m.–noon, 1–5 p.m.
Sunday, May 3 | 8 a.m.–noon
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Room 208AB
Escape the fast-paced meeting environment in the Serenity Room, a thoughtfully designed spa-inspired retreat. This immersive wellness space blends guided virtual reality meditation with soothing automated relaxation experiences, including foot and calf massage, neck and shoulder massage, eye and temple relief, and full-leg compression boots. You’ll leave the Serenity Room refreshed and ready to jump back into the meeting.
Paws and Relax
Friday, May 1 | 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 2 | 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall
This fan-favorite experience offers a moment of joy and relief from stress during a busy meeting day. Spend time with playful puppies, enjoy a few cuddles, and snap a photo with these adorable companions. It’s the perfect way to recharge, reduce stress, and bring a little joy to your day.
Paws and Relax is brought to you through the generous support of Weatherby.
Quiet Room
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Room 141
The Quiet Room offers a peaceful, low-stimulation space for attendees seeking a moment of calm during ACSM. Designed for quiet reflection and mental rest, this space allows you to unwind and clear your mind. Coloring materials will be available for those who find creativity helpful for relaxation.
Well‑Being Booth in the Exhibit Hall
Discover a moment of creative engagement at the Well‑Being Booth in the Exhibit Hall. Join your colleagues for an art therapy experience designed to help you unwind and tap into your creativity between sessions. You can also spin the wheel to win prizes and take a moment to learn more about the ACOG National Well‑Being Program.
Connection and Community
Don’t miss out on these opportunities to build relationships, connect with colleagues, and enjoy shared experiences.
First-Timer and New Fellows Reception
Friday, May 1 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Salon 6
Are you new to ACSM or a new Fellow? Join us for a special reception designed to help you make connections and feel at home at the meeting. Meet ACOG leaders and fellow attendees in a relaxed setting, build early connections, and then head together to the Welcome Reception to continue the conversation and kick off the meeting.
Welcome Reception: Library of Congress
Friday, May 1 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Library of Congress Grand Hall (Shuttles will be provided)
Join colleagues for an unforgettable evening at one of most iconic landmarks in Washington, D.C. Our Welcome Reception at the Library of Congress offers a unique opportunity to connect while enjoying stunning architecture, artifacts, and atmosphere. This signature event sets the tone for an inspiring ACSM experience.
PAC Event: Gala After-Party
Saturday, May 2 | 9:30–11:30 p.m.
Whitlow's at the Wharf
Keep the celebration going at the PAC’s official after-party following the ACSM Gala. Enjoy music, conversation, and a lively atmosphere while supporting ACOG’s advocacy efforts and closing out the evening with colleagues.
Career Fair
Saturday, May 2 | 2–4 p.m.
Exhibit Hall, Hall ED
The Career Fair offers ob gyns the opportunity to connect directly with employers recruiting across a range of practice settings. Whether you’re actively seeking a position or exploring future opportunities, the Career Fair provides a convenient, in person setting to engage. Register to secure your spot.
ACOG Central and Engagement Hub
This central destination brings together ACOG programs, resources, and interactive experiences.
ACOG Central
Exhibit Hall
ACOG Central is the hub of the ACSM experience, bringing together ACOG programs, resources, and staff in one central Exhibit Hall location.
Connect with ACOG teams across Advocacy, the ACOG Foundation, the Bookstore, and Districts and Sections. Engage in National Well-Being Program activities, including collaborative mosaics and wooden hearts with positive messages; check out Career Connections’ job board and complimentary professional headshots; and relax in the new ACOG Member Lounge—exclusive to ACOG members.
Stop by the ACOG Central Stage for dynamic programming and highlights throughout the meeting, or to simply recharge, connect, and be inspired.
Discover Your ACSM Personality
Registration, Salon AB
Every ACSM attendee brings something unique to the experience. Are you the Adventurer exploring new ideas, the Connector building relationships, the Observer taking it all in, or the Game Changer driving what’s next?
Take our interactive quiz to uncover your ACSM personality, and then pick up the matching registration bag to carry with you throughout the meeting.
It’s a simple, fun way to share how you show up at ACSM—and connect with others along the way.
Members-Only Lounge
Friday, May 1 | 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m
Saturday, May 2 | 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall
Stop by the members-only lounge near the ACOG membership booth in the Exhibit Hall to relax and refuel, meet ACOG staff, and connect with friends and colleagues over a beverage and snacks. Have some fun by getting a caricature portrait or a temporary tattoo. While you’re there, check out the short presentations happening at ACOG Central between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Learning, Recognition, and Legacy
Opening Ceremony and New Fellow Recognition
Friday, May 1 | 9:30 a.m.–noon
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Join us for the Opening Ceremony, a signature ACSM moment celebrating our newest Fellows. This special event honors their outstanding contributions and commitment to advancing the field of obstetrics and gynecology.
The ceremony marks an important milestone for new Fellows and offers the ACSM community an opportunity to come together to recognize achievement and celebrate leadership, innovation, and the shared future of our profession.
ACOG 75th Anniversary History Tunnel and Time Capsule
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, L Street Bridge, Level 2
Explore ACOG’s 75-year journey through an immersive history tunnel that celebrates the past and looks ahead to the future. This walk-through experience highlights milestones and achievements for ACOG and the ob-gyn field. It concludes with a special interactive time capsule showcasing where ACOG is today as we continue to build on our legacy and shape what’s next. Discover how Districts and leaders across ACOG are preserving today’s stories for the next generation.
Volunteer Appreciation
Registration Area and ACOG Central
Thank you to all our ACOG volunteers! We encourage you to stop by the volunteer appreciation wall near registration to see the more than 1,600 ACOG volunteers who made the 2026 ACSM possible. All ACOG volunteers can stop by the ACOG membership booth at ACOG Central for their volunteer ribbon.
Explore and Give Back
Engage with the Exhibit Hall and support meaningful causes.
ACSM Scavenger Hunt
Light up the leaderboard! Scan scavenger hunt QR codes throughout the Exhibit Hall to earn points and watch your name climb the leaderboard. See how high you can climb—top finishers will win exciting prizes!
Donate for Mothers Blood Drive
Exhibit Hall
ACOG is proud to partner with Donate for Mothers to host a blood drive during ACSM. Attendees are encouraged to participate and support patients and families in need. The official blood drive hours are 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. To make giving back part of your meeting experience, stop by at a convenient time or schedule an appointment for Friday, May 1, or Saturday, May 2.