Taking on the world with O.A.R.

Jam band to headline concert at AVMA Convention 2018

If you haven’t already decided to join us in Denver for AVMA Convention 2018, here’s some news to help you make up your mind: The popular jam band O.A.R. will headline a concert exclusively for convention attendees at Denver’s beautiful Sculpture Park.

O.A.R. (... Of a Revolution) has been making music for more than 20 years, filling arenas and amphitheaters with fans eager for their fun, relatable music and themes of celebration and affirmation. They're best known for hits like "Crazy Game of Poker," "Shattered" and "Love and Memories," and we couldn’t be more excited to have them as the headliner for the concert on Sunday, July 15, at 6:30 p.m.

The concert, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, also will feature party band Sweet Diezel Jenkins as the opening act – plus eats from the tastiest food trucks in the business. A portion of all food truck purchases will go to help veterinarians care for animals with the support of the American Veterinary Medical Foundation.

Bring the whole family! Tickets are just $10 for adults, and children 18 and under are free.

Advance registration pricing ends May 23

AVMA Convention 2018 takes place July 13-17 in Denver, and if you haven’t already registered to attend, there’s still time to take advantage of special pricing for early registrants. Register by May 23, and save up to $100. Visit avmaconvention.org to find more ways to save, along with a toolkit to help you convince your boss to approve your trip.

More events you won’t want to miss

AVMA Convention is the event for any veterinary professional looking to gain an edge and stay current on veterinary science, products, solutions and trends. With more than 800 education sessions, there’s something for every background and interest.

There also are many exciting opportunities and special events to help you learn, network, socialize, and relax, including:

• Meet-the-Experts Round Table: Friday, July 13
  Meet, discuss and network with veterinary leaders and experts in a lively, casual and interactive atmosphere.
• Keynote Address by Shiza Shahid: Saturday, July 14
  Elevate your passion at this year's keynote event with Shiza Shahid – entrepreneur, investor, speaker and women's rights advocate.
• Seattle Mariners at Colorado Rockies, Coors Field: Saturday, July 14
  Two concurrent events – one for veterinary technicians and one for young professionals – give you the opportunity to mingle with your peers while enjoying one of the most beautiful views in baseball.
• Live Life, Love All: Saturday, July 14
  Let loose with live music, a DJ and refreshments at this inaugural event celebrating the differences that make us unique, and the profession that brings us all together.

PLUS, don’t miss what is sure to be one of the most talked about events of the year…

• Goat Yoga!
  Join us in Sculpture Park Sunday morning, July 15, for this unique fitness and wellbeing experience. Baby goats will mingle with yogis during a 45-minute yoga lesson, which will conclude with 15 minutes of decompression time when participants can pet and hold the goats. This event is nearly sold out, so be sure to sign up soon!

Want more information on these or other goings-on? Visit avmaconvention.org to find more ways to save, view the full CE and events schedule, and much more.

We’ll see you in Denver!