PAA Annual Meeting
Population Association of America Annual Meeting - May 6 - May 9, 2026
The Population Association of America (PAA) 2026 Annual Meeting is the premier international conference for demographers and social scientists to share research on global population trends.
Held from May 6 to May 9, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri, the event will take place at the America’s Center Convention Complex. This in-person gathering features a rigorous scientific program covering topics like migration, fertility, and aging, alongside specialized workshops and high-level networking sessions.
Check out the Local Flavor
Whether you’re looking for a coffee shop, a sweet treat, a quick bite between sessions on Washington Avenue, a celebratory dinner in the historic Italian neighborhood of The Hill, or a post-keynote craft beer at a local brewery, St. Louis offers a diverse culinary landscape within minutes of the convention.
We can’t wait for you to discover it for yourself!
Get Out and Explore
St. Louis continues to reinvent itself with exciting projects like City Foundry, Saint Louis Union Station and the re-imagined Gateway Arch National Park. Historic buildings in the Gateway City are undergoing transformations and being re-purposed for 21st century uses. From loft condos and apartments to restaurants, retail and entertainment venues, new life has been breathed into St. Louis.
We can’t wait for you to experience it for yourself!
