APS 2017’s exciting social program provides excellent opportunities to meet and connect with peers and build upon professional networks. Take a look at the social program in store for you.

Sunday 9 April 2017

Welcome Reception

Join us for drinks and canapés, a first look at the exhibition hall and a chance to catch up with colleagues and delegates you haven’t seen since APS 2016!

Venue: Exhibition Hall, Adelaide Convention Centre
Date: Sunday 9 April 2017
Time: 6.00 – 7.30 pm
Dress: Smart Casual
Cost: Included in registration fee for full delegates and sponsors/exhibitors.
Additional ticket cost for partners/guests: $60 per person.

Basic Pain Research and Pain in Childhood SIG Dinners

Enjoy a 2-course meal and limited drinks at the Riverside Restaurant, Intercontinental Adelaide, with friends and colleagues interested in Basic Pain Research or Pain in Childhood.

Venue: Riverside Restaurant, Intercontinental Adelaide
Date: Sunday 9 April 2017
Time: 7:30pm
Dress: Smart Casual
Cost: $75 per person. Partners and additional guests welcome.

Monday 10 April 2017

Drinks at 2KW

8 floors above King William St/North Terrace, this historic rooftop is Adelaide’s most favoured hotspot. Take in the city views and get to know fellow delegates over a complimentary beverage.

Venue: 2KW Bar, Level 8, 2 King William St
Date: Monday 10 April 2017
Time: 5:30pm – Late
Dress: Smart Casual
Cost: Admission free with a complimentary drink on arrival. Meals and additional drinks at own expense.

Tuesday 11 April 2017

APS Gala Dinner

Soak up the incredible views of the famous cricket oval, the parklands and St Peters Cathedral in the Ian McLachlan Room at Adelaide Oval while enjoying a delicious 3 course meal, drinks and plenty of time for dancing and catching up with friends and colleagues. Always considered a highlight of the conference, don’t miss out!

Venue: Ian McLachlan Room, Adelaide Oval
Date: Tuesday 11 April 2017
Time: 7.00 – 11.00 pm
Dress: Lounge Suit/Cocktail
Cost: $140 per person. Partners and guests welcome.

Wednesday 12 April 2017

Blend Your Own

Take on the blending challenge and unlock your inner wine maker under the guidance of the winemaking team at The Lane Vineyard. Compete against friends and colleagues to see whose palates reign supreme! The winning blend will be bottled, personally labelled and sent home with each individual on the day. Enjoy a cheese board and glass of wine while the judging panel decides on the winning blend.

Venue: The Lane Vineyard
Date: Wednesday 12 April 2017
Time: 1.30 – 5.00 pm
Cost: $100 per person, includes the cost of a coach to and from the vineyard. Friends and family welcome, tickets are limited.

Adelaide Sightseeing Tours

Make the most of your stay in Adelaide by exploring the city streets and the beautiful surrounding regions. Adelaide Sightseeing are excited to offer pre and post touring with 15% discount off selected popular tours for all APS 2017 conference delegates and their traveling companions. Explore the many options available to you by clicking here.

With an extensive program, a diverse exhibition hall and a list of exciting social events, make sure you don’t miss out on the only conference in Australia offering multidisciplinary insights into the complex nature of pain management from a variety of medical nursing and allied health perspectives.

Click here to register for the 2017 Australian Pain Society 37^th Annual Scientific Meeting.

We look forward to seeing you in Adelaide in April.

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