Affiliated Events

Learning Lounge

A learning lounge is a 45-minute time slot in the exhibit hall. Industry partners may host an educational session or demonstration in this space.  

Four learning lounges will be built in the exhibit hall where four concurrent learning lounges will be held daily Oct. 20-22

Industry Educational Events (IEE)

IEEs are satellite symposia, presentation theaters or other industry-supported educational event that takes place outside the IDWeek Expo Hall. IEEs will be offered in one-hour time slots with the opportunity to secure an extra half-hour or hour. CME activities and non-CME industry activities can be presented simultaneously. New in 2025, IDWeek will be offering standard and enhanced time slot options. 

Pipeline Submission

Submit Novel Antimicrobial Agents or Diagnostic Technologies: Industry partners are invited to submit antimicrobials that are in preclinical stages of development (Phase II and III preferred) or were approved after January 2025 for a pipeline session at IDWeek that will include antibacterials, antifungals and antivirals (excluding COVID-19 and HIV). Industry Partners developing novel diagnostic technologies with a minimum of some preliminary proof of concept data are also encouraged to submit for a session on diagnostics in the pipeline. In-Person Attendance/Presentations are required. The deadline is June 25.

Satellite Symposium

A satellite symposium is a two-hour time slot for meeting space in the convention center or nearby hotel where industry partners host an independently accredited educational session. Food and beverage will be available for an additional fee but is not required.

Other Ancillary Meetings

Any event involving IDWeek participants requiring space at a hotel, the convention center, a nearby restaurant, or venue is an affiliated event. Submit your application on April 2nd.

Other Ancillary Affiliated Events:

  • Alumni Receptions
  • Exhibitor Staff Meetings
  • Closed Investigator Meetings
  • Advisory Board
  • Interest Groups
  • Other Social Functions
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