Networking & Social Events

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Make lasting professional connections through VAM’s full schedule of social gatherings, section receptions, and specialty meet-ups.

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SVS Connect Welcome Reception

Kick off VAM26 with a high-energy celebration featuring local Boston cuisine, entertainment and networking with colleagues from around the world.

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hynes CC, Third Level, Boylston Street Hallway

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Taste of Boston

Enjoy a culinary experience highlighting iconic Boston flavors, regional specialties and New England traditions.

Thursday, June 11, 2026

5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
VAM Exhibit Hall — Hynes CC, Second Level, Auditorium/Hall C

Boston Red Sox Stadium

VAM26: Special Red Sox Ticket Offer!

Join your fellow VAM26 attendees as the Boston Red Sox face off against the Texas Rangers. With no official VAM event that evening, you won’t want to miss this iconic Boston opportunity to see a game at historic Fenway Park!

Friday, June 12, 2026

First pitch @ 7:10 p.m.
Fenway Park

Special seating sections are available exclusively to VAM26 attendees so you can extend your networking beyond the convention center.

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Purchase Tickets

This special ticket offer is only available through this custom page.

Limited tickets available so grab your friends, family and colleagues and be sure to reserve yours by Thursday, May 14 at 11:59 pm EST.

For groups of 15+, contact Chris Hofer at 617-226-6019 or chofer@redsox.com.

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Thinking about hosting an Alumni or Affiliate reception during VAM? We’d love to have you join the fun!

Receptions may be held on Thursday, June 11, or Friday, June 12, beginning after 6:30 PM—perfect timing to gather, connect, and celebrate together. Daytime meeting spaces are available Wednesday, June 10 - Friday, June 12 from 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. All meetings will be located at the Sheraton Boston. Alumni and Affiliate meeting space is provided at no charge.

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Attendee Directory

Registered attendees may access a searchable directory to connect with colleagues before, during, and after the meeting.

Directory will be available once registration goes live and will be updated frequently.

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