Aquaculture America 2027 brings producers, suppliers and researchers to Honolulu, Hawaii, 21-24 February, for four days of sessions and a focused aquaculture trade show.
Dates
21–24 Feb 2027
City / country
Honolulu, United States
Venue
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
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Event overview
Aquaculture America 2027 is the annual national conference and exposition of the U. S.
aquaculture industry, held 21-24 February 2027 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded by the World Aquaculture Society and its partners, the meeting pairs a technical programme on fish, shellfish and seaweed production with a focused trade show of equipment, feeds, health products and services.
The move to Waikiki gives the show a Pacific Rim reach, drawing buyers and researchers from North America and Asia to one floor. Expect practical producer sessions, a federal agency town hall, poster rounds and four days of supplier meetings beside the beach.
TL;DR
See the equipment, feeds and health products that are actually available to U.S. producers, compare suppliers side by side, and sit in on sessions that address permitting, offshore systems and animal health. The Honolulu setting makes this the easiest edition for Pacific Rim buyers to attend.
Exhibitors meet producers who buy feed, tanks, aeration, monitoring and health products, as well as researchers who specify equipment. A 7.2 sqm standard stand keeps entry costs low, and the conference programme puts decision makers on the floor between sessions.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
22005 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States
Entrances & gates
Kalia Road main entrance
Resort lobby entrance closest to the conference centers and the exposition floor.
Food options
Bali Oceanfront, Resort dining terrace
On-site diningParking: The 22-acre resort has on-site parking; use the Kalia Road garage entrance and validate your ticket at the conference desk.
Gate: Enter from Kalia Road and follow signs to the Mid-Pacific and Tapa conference centers, where the exposition is staged.
Attend
Ticket info
Badge collection
Collect your badge at the registration counters in the conference foyer; bring photo ID.
Ticket notes
Registration and the exhibitor contract are handled by the World Aquaculture Society; 2027 rates were not published when this listing was prepared. Trade show admission is included with full conference registration.
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
This edition
2027
Visitors: 2,000
Exhibitors: 200
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
Aquaculture America is the annual meeting point for U.S. aquaculture: a technical conference for producers and researchers wrapped around a trade show for the equipment, feed and health suppliers that serve them. The 2027 Honolulu edition adds Pacific Rim reach, putting Asian and West Coast buyers on the same floor as Hawaiian offshore and research projects.
Audience quality
The audience is narrow and qualified. Most attendees are commercial producers, hatchery operators, researchers and agency staff who influence specification and purchasing. Student attendance is growing, which keeps the research pipeline visible to exhibitors, but the buying power sits with farm owners and managers.
Exhibitor outcomes
A 7.2 sqm standard stand priced in the low thousands of dollars is a low-risk test for a new market. Suppliers of RAS, feed, health and monitoring equipment get repeated exposure across four days and direct access to producers between sessions. Returns depend on booking meetings ahead of the show rather than relying on walk-up traffic.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Aquaculture America is the only major national aquaculture conference and exposition in the United States. Its 2027 move to Honolulu adds a Pacific dimension: Hawaiian offshore and research projects, West Coast producers and Asian suppliers can meet without a mainland connection.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Offshore and open-ocean production
U.S. operators are pushing beyond sheltered bays into federal waters, which raises questions on permitting, moorings and storm resilience.
What it changes: Equipment and service suppliers that can support offshore sites find a concentrated buyer group here.
Feed cost and ingredient substitution
Producers continue to test alternative proteins and oils as fishmeal and fish oil prices stay volatile.
What it changes: Nutrition suppliers can position new ingredients directly with farm decision makers.
Disease management and biosecurity
Health events and tighter import rules keep aquatic animal health, vaccines and water treatment on the buying list.
What it changes: Health and water-quality exhibitors face steady demand from hatcheries and grow-out farms.
Buyers often pair Aquaculture America with the winter seafood and Pacific marine trade calendar.
Aquaculture America 2026
Las Vegas, United States
Previous edition, Las Vegas, Nevada.
websiteSeafood Expo North America 2027
Boston, United States
Dates follow the show's mid-March pattern and should be reconfirmed.
websitePacific Marine Expo 2027
Seattle, United States
November dates follow the annual pattern and should be reconfirmed.
websiteCircuit dates are planning guidance, not organiser-confirmed for future editions.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Main gateway to Oahu; taxis, rideshare and TheBus route 20 serve Waikiki.
9 mi / 14 km
to venue
30-40 min
by car
Kalaeloa Airport
General aviation and charter field west of Honolulu; not a scheduled airline gateway.
18 mi / 29 km
to venue
35-45 min
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 180–260 / night
Smaller rooms, breakfast often excluded; book early for February.
USD 300–450 / night
Host hotel puts the conference and expo in the same building.
sourceUSD 650–1100 / night
Beachfront luxury with resort fees on top of the room rate.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
TheBus
Cheapest option; luggage space is limited.
Rideshare / taxi
Fastest door-to-door option with bags.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-1 business visitor | Visitors who are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program | $185.00 | Weeks to months; apply early | |
| ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) | Passport holders of VWP countries | $21.00 | Usually minutes to 72 hours |
No nationality enters the United States visa-free without an ESTA or a visa.
The U.S. accepts ATA carnets for professional equipment and display goods; confirm with your freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
February is Honolulu's cooler season: highs near 27 C and lows near 19 C, with brief trade-wind showers and strong sun.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
HNL has international connections across Asia and the U.S. mainland; Waikiki hotels and the venue provide Wi-Fi.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Dress code
Waikiki is a beach resort district; business dress is smart-casual and aloha shirts are common at conferences.
Tipping
Tipping is expected for table service and taxis, typically 15-20 percent.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: HNL - Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
February is high season in Waikiki; book flights and rooms together 8-12 weeks ahead.
Most international visitors need either an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a B-1/B-2 visa; allow weeks for a visa interview.
Estimated cost: USD 21 ESTA / USD 185 visa fee
Processing: ESTA minutes to 72 hours; visa weeks to months
Carry a conference invitation and return ticket. Admission is decided by the border officer.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Taxi or rideshare from HNL takes 30-40 minutes; TheBus route 20 is the cheap option.
Hotel → venue: The host hotel contains the venue; other Waikiki hotels are a 10-20 minute walk.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate on Oahu; pick-up points at the resort are on Kalia Road.
Public transit: TheBus routes run along Kalia Road and Kuhio Avenue; exact change or a HOLO card is needed.
Parking: Resort self-parking and valet from the Kalia Road garage; expect resort rates.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February
Temperature: 19-27 C
Seasonality: Trade-wind showers, usually brief; winter swell on north-facing beaches.
Packing: Light layers, rain shell, sun protection and comfortable walking shoes.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Monday 22 February 2027
The trade show is open Monday to Wednesday and the programme is in full swing from Monday morning, so a single day gives you both the technical sessions and a full pass of the floor.
Book flights and the Waikiki hotel block — February is high season; the host hotel sells out first.
Register and check whether a visa or ESTA is needed — Start the visa interview queue now if you need one.
Shortlist stands and sessions, then request meetings — Aim for six supplier meetings across two days.
Download the programme and pack for warm, showery weather — Light layers and a rain shell; the halls are air-conditioned.
Check in, collect the badge and walk the floor layout — Registration is in the conference foyer at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Badge collection and coffee in the conference foyer
Hilton Hawaiian Village, Mid-Pacific Conference CenterOpening session and producer programme
Tapa Conference CenterSupplier meetings on the expo floor
Exposition hallTechnical session and poster rounds
Mid-Pacific Conference CenterPearl Harbor National Memorial
History
45-60 min by car from Waikiki
Book a timed USS Arizona Memorial slot before or after the show.
Diamond Head summit trail
Outdoors
20 min by car, 1.5-2 hour hike
Easy early-morning hike with a full Waikiki coastline view.
Resort beachfront bars
Informal
Easy walk from the expo floor for a post-session conversation.
Waikiki Beach Walk
Dining and drinks
Concentrated restaurants and bars 10 minutes from the venue.
A compact trade show rewards speed: most visitors compare several suppliers in one afternoon, so the first useful follow-up usually wins the next conversation.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 300–400 / m²
Raw space
USD 250–350 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Derived from the printed 7.2 sqm stand price of USD 2,350-2,550; the calculator uses a 9 sqm default.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
shell_scheme
exhibitor · standard
USD 2350–2550 / per 7.2 sqm booth
hotel
both · mid
USD 300–450 / per night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 60–95 / per day
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| shell_scheme | exhibitor | standard | USD 2350–2550 / per 7.2 sqm booth | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 300–450 / per night | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 60–95 / per day | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
Decision
Six questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip Aquaculture America 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your main objective?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a specific sourcing or learning goal and can commit one to two days on the floor.
Best for
Producers, buyers and researchers who want to compare suppliers and attend sessions
Min. budget
$1,800.00
Timeline
Book 8-12 weeks out
Risks
Waikiki hotel rates spike in February
Inter-island flights add cost
exhibit
You can pre-book meetings and staff the stand for all three show days.
Best for
Suppliers of RAS, feed, health and monitoring equipment targeting U.S. producers
Min. budget
$6,500.00
Timeline
Decide 90 days out to secure a stand and freight
Risks
Island freight lead times
Small stand sizes sell out
skip
Neither sourcing nor selling is on your agenda for the next twelve months.
Best for
Teams with no U.S. or Pacific Rim pipeline this cycle
Timeline
Reassess next cycle
Risks
Missing competitor launches
Losing contact with U.S. buyers
Book with
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Host resort for the conference, sessions and trade show floor.
Official conference page places the event here.
Hawaiian Airlines
Island carrier with the widest Honolulu network from the U.S. West Coast.
Useful travel provider; not named as an official show partner.
Hawaii Chamber of Commerce
State business body that can support delegations and local introductions.
Public business body, not a confirmed show sponsor.
National Aquaculture Association
U.S. producer association that co-produces the Aquaculture America meetings.
Named on the official conference page.
Recommended providers
Check ESTA eligibility before applying for a B-1/B-2 visa.
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Book through the conference room block for the host rate.
Compare with Alaska, United and Delta for West Coast connections.
Venue-appointed drayage contractor
Confirm the advance warehouse cut-off; Hawaii freight moves by sea or air.
Travel and exhibitor insurance broker
Exhibitors need liability cover; visitors should add medical and trip cover.
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Reserve a timed USS Arizona program before or after the show.
Badge scanner or manual capture
Check the exhibitor manual for the official scanner option and export format.
FAQs & glossary
Frequently asked
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