Make the most of your Entomology 2026 experience by staying in one of the official meeting hotels. ESA has secured discounted room rates at a selection of hotels conveniently located near the Greater Columbus Convention Center, making it easy to get to educational sessions, networking events, and the exhibit hall.
Housing for Entomology 2026 is now open! Hotel rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so attendees are encouraged to book early to secure their preferred hotel and take advantage of discounted rates. The housing reservation deadline is October 9, 2026, or until rooms within the official hotel block sell out.
Please note that the ESA housing agency will never contact you via phone or email to reserve a hotel room. If you are contacted by someone, please do not reserve a room as they are not associated with the ESA room block. View additional information.
Traveling to Entomology 2026 couldn't be more convenient. We recommend flying into John Glenn International Airport (CMH), the primary airport serving the Columbus area. Located just 10 minutes from downtown and the convention district, CMH offers a smooth arrival experience with nonstop service to dozens of destinations across the U.S. and convenient ground transportation options, making it the best airport for attendees traveling to the meeting.
Southwest Airlines is pleased to offer Entomology 2026 attendees discounted fares. To utilize the discount, book via SWABIZ® using this link. Discount valid for travel 11/5/2026 to 11/14/2026.
Accessibility
The Entomological Society of America (ESA) is committed to fostering an inclusive environment at its Annual Meeting, ensuring accessibility for all attendees, speakers, and guests.
Accessibility at the Annual Meeting
International Attendees
International attendees planning to attend Entomology 2026 may need to obtain a Visa for travel into the United States. View information on obtaining visas, recommendations for international travelers, and request a letter of invitation.
Venue
The Greater Columbus Convention Center offers an exceptional home for Entomology 2026—combining modern design, flexible event space, and a central downtown location that makes every part of the meeting experience seamless and engaging.
With more than 1.8 million square feet of space, the Convention Center is built to accommodate large-scale scientific meetings while still providing an easy-to-navigate, welcoming environment for attendees. Expansive exhibit halls, versatile meeting rooms, and state-of-the-art technology create the perfect setting for presentations, poster sessions, networking, and hands-on exhibits.
Located in the heart of Columbus, attendees will find themselves steps away from a vibrant city filled with restaurants, hotels, and cultural attractions. Whether you’re continuing conversations after sessions, hosting informal gatherings, or exploring the city between events, the location enhances every aspect of the meeting experience.
Experience Columbus
Columbus is a city that often surprises first-time visitors—and continues to impress those who return.
While it may not always be top of mind, Columbus has been steadily earning national recognition for its innovation, culture, and quality of life. Year after year, the city appears on “best of” lists, reflecting what locals have long known: something special is happening here.
From one of the nation’s leading science museums to a dynamic and award-winning culinary scene, Columbus offers experiences that are both unexpected and unforgettable. The city is also home to immersive public art, creative districts, and a growing collection of attractions that reflect its energy and imagination.
Can all of this exist in one city? In Columbus, it doesn’t just exist—it thrives.
EXPERIENCE COLUMBUS
Caregiver Grants
ESA provides Caregiver Grants to ensure that our members who provide care to children, grandchildren, parents, or others are able to attend the Annual Meetings. These awards are up to $500 and are related to extra expenses incurred when a caregiver attends the Annual Meeting. The application portal opens July 7 with applications to be considered on a monthly basis until all grants funds are obligated. Learn more and apply.
If you are approached by any company regarding Entomology 2026 housing, please be aware that they have no relationship with ESA. Reservations made through any agency will be at your own risk.
Companies that contact attendees and exhibitors with fraudulent offerings of hotel rooms at significant discounts are commonly referred to as "housing pirates" or "housing poachers”. These companies often misrepresent themselves by illegally using our logo. Lured by highly attractive rates, exhibitors and attendees fall prey to these imposters losing significant deposits, discovering hidden costs, credit cards charged in full at the time of reservation, or not providing the hotel reservations promised.
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Why book your hotel room directly using the link ESA has provided?
- We have the lowest rates! Based on a guaranteed percentage of attendees staying in the official conference hotels, ESA is able to negotiate with the hotels to provide discounted rates from their normal charges.
- Stay connected to the Conference Center.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access in your hotel guest room and throughout the Conference Center.
- Network easily with other conference attendees staying in the Official Hotel Block.
- Support ESA by staying at the official conference hotels! Unfilled rooms can cost the association thousands of dollars, which can apply pressure to increase the conference registration fees to offset these costs.
- The number of booked rooms attributed to ESA is shared when contracting future venues. The more rooms booked in the Official Hotel Block, the better leverage we have for lower room rates and fewer contracted penalties in the future.
- Our room block history impacts the amount of meeting space a city or venue is willing to hold as well as the cost. An excellent pick-up history results in better leverage when negotiating with convention centers.
- We know there are often attractive alternative hotels or reward programs that provide incentives. Please think twice before booking "outside the block" and we will continue to negotiate the best convention centers and the best hotels at the best rates for future ESA meetings. You can help us accomplish that goal!