Massage Events in the USA

Massage events in the USA give therapists a focused calendar of conventions, competitions and festivals, with plenty of chances to learn new modalities, earn education hours and meet the wider massage community.

The AMTA National Convention is a central date for massage therapists, and in 2027 it heads to Savannah in late August. Las Vegas is the place to be each July, when the American Massage Championships and the World Massage Festival run back to back at Planet Hollywood, combining competitions, awards and education. Florida's FSMTA Massage Convention and Trade Show adds conferences, awards and a trade floor each July, and the Be+Well shows in New York and Las Vegas include massage alongside the wider beauty and wellness industry. With most of the big massage dates falling in July and August, summer is the season to plan around.

Every massage event in the USA is listed below with dates, venues and who can attend, so you can plan your learning for the year.

Getting around

Planet Hollywood is in the centre of the Las Vegas Strip, a short ride from Harry Reid International. Savannah is served by Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, and the historic district is compact and easy to explore on foot. For Be+Well New York, the Javits Center is on the 7 train at Hudson Yards.

Where to stay

For the Las Vegas events, booking a room at Planet Hollywood means you can move between sessions and rounds without leaving the building. In Savannah, the historic district and riverfront have a good choice of hotels. The AMTA venue is still to be announced, so check the listing before you book.

Tips for massage events

• Look for continuing education hours on the programme if you need them for your licence.
• Pack comfortable clothes for hands on sessions.
• If you are competing, read the category rules and check whether you bring your own table and linens.
• Leave time to try new tools and products on the trade floor.