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248th meeting

Overview

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Pasadena, California

248th meeting of the American Astronomical Society

Pasadena, California

14 – 18 June 2026

#ExploreAstronomy in Pasadena!

The 248th AAS meeting (joint with the High Energy Astrophysics and Laboratory Astrophysics Divisions) will be held 14–18 June, at the Pasadena Convention Center.

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Meeting Program

The meeting will be jam-packed with great scientific content and provide ample opportunity for networking with friends and colleagues.

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Welcome to Pasadena

We are delighted to host the meeting in Pasadena — a city that has long looked upward, earning its place as the City of Astronomy through decades of discovery, innovation, and an enduring love of the cosmos. With a diverse dining scene, fascinating museums, and a lively arts community, there's something for everyone.

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