Upcoming Conference Dates

2024

In Person: Feb. 22–24
Virtual: Feb. 26–Aug. 26

2025

In Person: Feb. 20–22
Virtual: TBA

2026

In Person: Feb. 26–28
Virtual: TBA

Conference Venue

Greater Columbus Convention Center

400 N. High St.,
Columbus OH 43215
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Hyatt Regency Hotel

350 N. High St.,
Columbus OH 43215
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Attendee Testimonials

MVC was a life-changing experience.

My passion has only grown after attending this conference, and I am now pursuing a bachelor's in criminal justice. I am going to continue my education until I can do everything I can to help animals in need. The speakers I had, honestly, changed my life.

Kylie W., Student
2020 Attendee

I have been to this conference almost every year since I discovered it about 20 years ago. In my opinion, it rates higher than national conferences.

Rick D., Veterinarian
2020 Attendee

I cannot thank you enough for having an affordable conference with excellent content. I come every year. Thank you for all you do and see you next year!

Krysta S., Veterinarian
2020 Attendee

It’s just a real good meeting. I’ve been to Vegas (it’s too big) and Colorado (no real options). Midwest is like Goldilocks: Just right!

Kurt J., Veterinarian
2022 Attendee

I liked the variety of the topics offered.

As someone who is mixed animal / companion animal, I had plenty of options. I also appreciated that the topics were varied in skillset and not at such a “high level” that it wouldn’t be practical knowledge for me.

Andrea P., Veterinarian
2022 Attendee

I LOVED IT!

I did not need to close my clinic down to attend; my techs and I were able to see appointments around the sessions. I did not need to choose between several sessions that were equally valuable or interesting—I was able to attend all of them!

Carol N., Veterinarian
2021 Virtual Attendee

Who Attends the MVC?

  • Pet animal veterinarians
  • Food animal veterinarians
  • Equine veterinarians
  • General practitioners
  • Shelter veterinarians
  • Zoo & exotic animal veterinarians
  • Public health veterinarians
  • Government-employed veterinarians & staff
  • Association officers
  • Corporate veterinarians & staff
  • Shelter staff & volunteers
  • Practice owners & managers
  • Veterinary technicians & nurses
  • Hospital staff
  • Veterinary students
  • Technician students
  • Academic faculty
  • Researchers
  • Dog wardens
  • Rescue workers
  • Pre-veterinary students
  • Industry representatives

5-Year Attendance Comparison

2024

(Hybrid)

2023

(Hybrid)

2022

(Hybrid)

2021

(Virtual)

2020

(In Person)

Veterinarians 1,723 in person + hybrid
279 virtual only
1,233 in person + hybrid
441 virtual only
1,020 in person + hybrid
782 virtual only
1,504 1,629
Technicians 1,223 in person + hybrid
260 virtual only
1,616 in person + hybrid
457 virtual only
545 in person + hybrid
414 virtual only
1,269 1,793
Hospital/Shelter Staff
& Other Professionals
643 in person + hybrid
69 virtual only
592 in person + hybrid
90 virtual only
784 in person + hybrid
270 virtual only
209 768
CORE AUDIENCE 4,197 4,429 3,815 2,982 4,194
Students
(Pre-Vet, Tech, Vet)
718 708 717 388 791
Exhibitors 973 985 748 283 967
Exhibit Hall Visitors 93 199 109 n/a 280
Spouses/Guests
(discontinued in 2021)
n/a n/a n/a n/a 194
TOTAL ATTENDANCE 5,981 6,400 5,464 3,653 6,422