Know Before You Go: The 2025 AANP National Conference
The biggest nurse practitioner event of the year is almost here. Learn more about what to expect in San Diego — and online.
Over 4,000 nurse practitioners (NPs) will be traveling to the 2025 AANP National Conference in San Diego from June 17-22, spending their time in and out of workshops, product theaters and sessions. Meanwhile, more than 1,300 NPs will take advantage of the on-demand option available, earning their continuing education (CE) credits remotely from anywhere. This is a special conference for the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP), as the organization turns 40 this year.
“Forty years ago, a group of forward-thinking NPs gathered under an apple tree to address the growing need for NPs of all specialties to have a unified voice,” writes AANP President Stephen A. Ferrara, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, in his welcome message to 2025 AANP National Conference attendees. Continuing, he says: “This conference offers the opportunity to interact with experts in your specialty area, develop professional relationships, cultivate discussions and see old friends. Plus, you’ll be part of the excitement while celebrating AANP’s 40th anniversary!” Read on to learn about everything the in-person and on-demand options have to offer NPs, and what NPs attending the conference in San Diego should know in order to make the most of their conference experience.
Starting Strong
Starting Monday, June 16, NPs are welcome to visit the San Diego Convention Center for on-site registration and badge pickup, 4-8 p.m. (PT). Sessions begin on Tuesday, June 17, and end Sunday, June 22. The in-person conference includes more than 330 sessions and workshops, and in-person attendees also have access to an on-demand package of sessions at no extra charge from June 27 to Aug. 4.
Workshops begin at 8 a.m. (PT) on June 17, and the day concludes with a Welcome Reception in the Sails Pavilion at the San Diego Convention Center from 5:30-7 p.m. (PT). On Wednesday, June 18, the conference moves into high gear with the Opening General Session, featuring speaker and master storyteller Matthew Luhn. About his presentation to NPs at the conference, Luhn says: “I'm going to share how you can hook people within eight seconds and be able to keep their attention so that you can share how you can help transform their lives for the better.”
Growing Your Skills, Knowledge and Network
On Thursday from 1-6 p.m. (PT), the Exhibit Hall will open to all conference attendees. Popular destinations within the Exhibit Hall include the AANP Plaza, featuring resources to keep members up-to-date with your NP organization; an AANP Career Fair, where you may meet with employers around the country; booths from health care and tech companies featuring the newest products and trends; Industry Scientific Poster Presentations; and much more!
Another exciting networking opportunity open to all conference attendees is the AANP Communities Reception, taking place Friday, June 20, 4-5 p.m. (PT) in the San Diego Convention Center, Room 9. The reception will include 32 specialty and interest areas, and attendees will be able to learn more about what AANP Communities — now celebrating 10 years since their founding — can offer AANP members.
Conference attendees interested in legislation are invited to the General Session: Legislative Policy Update on Friday, June 20, 8-9 a.m. (PL) in Hall D. On Saturday, June 21, the General Session takes place from 3:45-4:45 p.m. (PL), also in Hall D, and will feature AANP President Ferrara passing the gavel to President-Elect Valerie J. Fuller, PhD, DNP, AGACNP-BC, FNP-BC, FNAP, FAANP. The General Session will include information about AANP’s finances, updates from different departments and short videos showcasing what AANP has accomplished over the past year and what is in store for 2026.
Experiencing San Diego and Staying Connected
The San Diego Convention Center features transportation options like the MTS Trolley, “a convenient public transportation option for exploring Little Italy, Old Town, Fashion Valley and more.” The Flagship Ferry also stops at the Convention Center and takes passengers on a 15-minute ride to the Coronado Ferry Landing, “a waterfront marketplace full of over 25 unique shops and restaurants, and convenient access to all that Coronado Island offers!” Learn even more about special deals available to conference attendees here.
Finally, make sure you’re getting the latest updates about the conference by downloading the AANP Mobile App — the best way to have the full conference schedule, your personal schedule of sessions, speaker details, handouts, events, information and so much more. When posting on social media about the 2025 AANP National Conference, be sure to use the #AANP25 hashtag, so that your friends and family back home can see what a blast you’re having in San Diego!