Winter Conference 2026

Registration is open!

Race to the Finish – Complete your CE Journey at the IVMA Winter Conference
Lace up, team - it's time to go for CE gold! With license renewal year just around the corner in 2026, the IVMA Winter Conference is your perfect chance to sprint, glide, or gracefully coast across the finish line. Even better? This year’s conference happens right in the middle of the 2026 Winter Olympics, making it the ultimate celebration of learning, leadership, and a little friendly competition.
 
Join us February 12–13 at the Prairie Meadows Conference Center in Altoona for two action-packed days where you can earn 12 hours of CE. We’ve assembled a podium-worthy lineup of speakers covering topics for every experience level—from seasoned veterinarians to newly licensed technicians.
 
Between sessions, enjoy the SAVMA Silent Auction, the Iowa Animal Hall of Fame presentation, and updates from the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and IDALS during lunch presentations.
 
Be sure to visit our vendor hall to check out the latest innovations in veterinary medicine, and stick around Thursday evening for a lively reception featuring a live band—your chance to relax, recharge, and celebrate with colleagues.
 
Get ready to race, learn, cheer, and finish strong. We’ll see you at the starting line!

To view the sessions and topics offered please click on the appropriate day:
Thursday February 12th
Friday February 13th

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Additional conference activities:
SAVMA Silent Auction
Reception & Live Music on Thursday Evening
2026 Iowa Animal Hall of Fame Announcements - Thursday luncheon
AVMA Update by AVMA President Elect Dr. Jennifer Quammen - Thursday luncheon
IDALS Update from State Veterinarian Jeff Kaisan - Thursday luncheon
ISU CVM Update from Dean Grooms - Friday luncheon

Hotel information:
Everything is under one roof for the IVMA Winter Conference! The IVMA has reserved a block of rooms at Prairie Meadows for the conference at $149/night.

Hotel Reservation Information:
Booking Link: https://book.rguest.com/onecart/wbe/room/1609/PrairieMeadowsRacetrackandCasino/2026-02-11/2026-02-13/IVMA0226A/1
   Group Code: IVMA0226A
   Password: 863000119

Or call 515-957-3000 (mention that you are with the IVMA conference)

The deadline for the room block and discounted rate is Thursday, January 29, 2026.