Ways to Attend
Attend ACS Fall 2026 in Chicago or join us for the Digital Meeting.
Registration opens in May, 2026.
Join Us From Anywhere for Fall 2026!
Sunday, August 23, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026
No matter your preference, you can experience ACS Fall 2026 programming, special lectures, and opportunities to connect with top leaders in the chemistry community - whether you attend ACS Fall 2026 in Chicago, IL or online.
Check out what’s included with each registration option and decide what works best for you.
In-Person Meeting
Hundreds of...
industry, student, and academic focused sessions.
Networking opportunities...
at the various ACS-hosted in-person events, like the ACS Connect Reception.
Hear first-hand experiences...
from leaders in the chemistry community during the highly anticipated Opening Session and Kavli Lecture Series.
Poster Presentations...
including SciMix, where attendees present the latest research during poster presentations and experience a fun mix of science and networking combined.
ACS Career Fair...
allows you to meet with potential employers, receive personalized career advice, obtain a free professional headshot, and take advantage of the on-the-spot employer networking opportunities located in the ACS Fall 2026 Exhibit Hall.
Connect with over 200+ exhibitors...
and see the latest products in the field of chemistry.
Full access to...
ACS Fall 2026 Digital Meeting content, including Q&A sessions.
Pre-meeting ticketed events and workshops are available. Please check the program schedule for more information.
ACS Fall 2026 Meeting In-person registration is required for all in-person oral and poster-presenting authors. Digital Meeting Access is included.
Digital Meeting
Offers convenience and accessibility...
attend from anywhere in the world, eliminating travel time and costs.
Access to a selection of curated live online sessions that are not offered in-person...
including full access to ACS Fall 2026 Digital Meeting global content, the Global Virtual Symposia, Virtual Graduate Student Symposia Asia Pacific (China), ACS division technical sessions, professional development sessions, and more.
Interactive Chats...
and live Q&A sessions where professionals in your field of study share their research and experiences.
Live streams of...
the Opening Session and Kavli Lectures Series.
ACS Fall 2026 Digital Meeting registration is required for all virtual oral presenting authors.
