We welcome you to join us for the world's most prestigious cardiothoracic surgery event. Grow your expertise, network with leading experts, and help build the future of thoracic surgery.
New this year, the AATS Congenital Valve Symposium will be held Friday, May 1, 1:00PM-5:00PM, before the official start of the Annual Meeting. Join leading adult cardiac surgeons and congenital surgeons at the only Symposium in the world focused on congenital heart valve surgery. This is an opportunity for adult cardiac surgeons and congenital surgeons to share tips and tricks and ultimately learn from one another. The program involves presentations and discussions of individual cases with a significant emphasis on video cases and techniques. You must register for the Annual Meeting to add the Congenital Valve Symposium ($200) to your registration.
Registration Information
Important Dates
Early Registration Rate Ends: Feb 17, 2026
Advance Registration Rate Ends: March 31, 2026
Registration Cancellation Deadline: April 9, 2026
Housing Request Deadline: April 7, 2026
Regular Registration Deadline: April 30, 2026
Onsite rates begin on May 1st and are based on available space, please contact meetings@aats.org to inquire about rates and availability.
| Registration Type | Early Rate | Advance Rate | Regular Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| AATS Member | $625 | $825 | $925 |
| Non-Member Physician | $1,070 | $1,270 | $1,370 |
| Non-Exhibiting Industry | $2,275 | $2,300 | $3,025 |
| Resident/Fellow | $325 | $325 | $500 |
| Medical Student | $0 | $0 | $300 |
| Non-Physician | $400 | $475 | $550 |
Low Income Countries
Reduced registration rates are available for those from low income countries. Please reach out to the meetings team meetings@aats.org for additional information.
Hotel Information
The city of Chicago and hotel community have made a major commitment to AATS for competitive rates in quality hotels. We encourage you to review the list and reserve your room at one of these official Annual Meeting hotels. Hotel reservations may be made on the registration website after completing registration for the AATS 106th Annual Meeting.
Housing Deadline: April 7, 2026
| Hotel | Single Room Rate |
|---|---|
| Hyatt Regency Chicago | $317 |
| Fairmont Chicago | $329 |
| Intercontinental Mag Mile | $349 |
| Radisson Blu Chicago | $279 |
| Sheraton Grand | $319 |
| Swissotel Chicago | $279 |
| Langham Hotel | $438 |
Annual Meeting Hotel Reservation Information
• You must be registered for the AATS 106th Annual Meeting to secure a hotel reservation.
• AATS 2026 hotels will not accept reservations directly.
• All reservation requests must be made by Monday, April 7, 2026.
Hotel Map & Listings
AATS Transportation to Convention Center
Shuttle bus services, sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences, will be provided between hotels in the AATS block and the McCormick Place Lakeside Center at Peak Times.
Attendees may also utilize the Lyft rideshare app, sponsored by Merck & Co., Inc.
If you are contacted by any company other than SPARGO, offering housing in Chicago, IL, please note that these companies are not authorized to represent AATS nor do they have access to officially contracted room blocks or rates in Chicago, IL. Please beware! These unauthorized companies often don’t deliver on promises to customers. When customers arrive, reservations are non-existent or the hotels are not conveniently located. Sometimes the rooms have been cancelled and hefty cancellation fees have been placed on the customer’s credit card. If you are contacted by any company other than SPARGO offering housing in Chicago, IL, or if you have any questions, please contact the AATS Housing Center at aatshousing@spargoinc.com.