Current and Upcoming Conferences

2025 ZAA Annual Conference

San Antonio, TX

Hosted by the San Antonio Zoo

October 1-4th, 2025

The conference will take place at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Attendees can enjoy complimentary admission to the Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo.

Hotel Information

Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk

600 East Market StreetSan Antonio, Texas 78205

(210) 224-1234

To guarantee your room is part of our group, make your reservation by September 8th!

You can reserve your room through a booking link that is specific to our group, or by calling the central reservation line - 1-800-233-1234. If you call to make your reservation, be sure to give them our group code: G-ZOOO, or reference "Zoological."

Scholarships are now open for the 2025 ZAA Annual Conference!

Are you a student or early-career professional passionate about wildlife and conservation and looking to get more involved with ZAA - but need financial support to attend the conference? These scholarships are made for you!

2025 Mickey Ollson Education Scholarship: Up to $500 stipend plus free full conference registration.

2025 AJ Higginbottom Scholarship: Up to $400 stipend plus free full conference registration.

Explore Sponsorship & Branding Opportunities

You don’t have to be an exhibitor to take part - these opportunities are open to everyone.

Can’t attend the conference? This is your chance to put your brand in front of our audience and make a lasting impression!

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Airport

The San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is the closest airport to the hotel, just a short 15-minute drive.

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) is another nearby choice, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Schedule at a glance

October 1
Welcome Event

October 2 & 3

Speaker Sessions

October 4
Zoo Day at the San Antonio Zoo - Admission is included with your registration

2026 ZAA Semi-Annual Meeting

Orlando, FL

February 16-18, 2026

Join us for a collaborative multi-organization event featuring a two-day symposium on February 16th and 17th, filled with engaging workshops and valuable networking opportunities, followed by a dedicated one-day ZAA Semi-Annual Meeting on February 18th.