ATCE | General Infomation

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Registration

The registration area is located in the foyer outside Hall C, Level 1, GRBCC.

Registration Hours

Tuesday, 20 October – 1000–1900
Wednesday, 21 October – 0700–1800
Thursday, 22 October – 0730–1700
Friday, 23 October – 0730–1400

Exhibition Hours

Wednesday, 21 October – 0900–1800
Thursday, 22 October – 0900–1700
Friday, 23 October – 0900–1400

Internet Access

SPE is offering free wireless Internet access throughout the lobby areas of the convention center.

SSID: ATCE2026
Password: atce2026

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Venue & Transportation

Venue Information:
George R. Brown Convention Center
1001 Avenida de las Americas
Houston, Texas 77010

Parking and transportation information:
🔗 www.grbhouston.com/attendees/maps-and-directions

Parking:
Four on-campus garages (one connected via skybridge) within walking distance. Bike parking and ADA-accessible spaces available. More specific parking information and links below.
🔗 www.grbhouston.com/attendees/parking

Local Transport:
Options for getting around Houston:
🔗 www.grbhouston.com/exhibitors/getting-around-houston

Specific Parking Garage Information:

Garage Name	Address	Price	Distance
Avenida North Garage	701 Avenida de Las Americas	$14-$42	Connected via sky bridge
Tundra Garage	1501 La Branch St.	Varies	0.2 miles; 7-min walk
Norton Rose Fullbright Tower	1515 Dallas St.	$15-$40	0.2 miles; 6-min walk
Platinum Lot at Polk & La Branch	1417 Polk St.	$30-$35	0.2 miles; 6-min walk
Platinum Lot at Dallas & La Branch	1150 La Branch St.	$10-$35	0.2 miles; 6-min walk
Winpark at Polk & La Branch	1317 Austin St.	$5-$45	0.2 miles; 6-min walk
Metered Street Parking	Varies	Varies

SPE Show Office

ATCE Show Office: Room 350DE, Level 3, GRBCC.

Lost and Found

Located in the ATCE Show Office, Room 350DE, Level 3, GRBCC.

Business Center

There are two FedEx Office Print & Ship Centers conveniently located across the street from the building, both accessible via skybridge. One is located in the Hilton Americas-Houston and the other in the Marriott Marquis.

Press Room

Members of the working press are invited to use the amenities in the Press Room, located in Room 380A, Level 3.
Press conferences will be held during specific hours — please check the schedule in the Press Room.

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Speaker Rooms

Speaker Check-In & Ready: Room 360DE, Level 3

*Speakers must check in before reporting to their assigned session room.

Hours:

Wednesday, 21 October 0730–1730
Thursday, 22 October 0700–1730
Friday, 23 October 0700–1700

25-Year Club

25-Year Club Booth: 1223

Attendees must be registered to access this area. The 25-Year/Century Club Committee hosts a special 25-Year Club lounge for SPE members with 25 years or more of continuous membership, Century Club members, current and former SPE Board officers and directors, Distinguished and Honorary members, as well as this year’s SPE International
Award Winners, and Distinguished Lecturers. Members and VIPs may pick up their badge ribbons and are encouraged to visit with one another between sessions.

Hours:

Wednesday, 21 October 0900–1800
Thursday, 22 October 0900–1700
Friday, 23 October 0900–1400

Dining and Food Court

There are three permanent restaurants at the GRBCC (Pappadeaux, Saltgrass, and The Grotto) as well as a Starbucks on the 2nd level.
There are also multiple restaurants within walking distance of the convention center, and a food court is available in the exhibit hall.

For even more dining options, downtown Houston offers a wide variety of restaurants. Visit Houston has curated a helpful guide to downtown dining, making it easy to discover nearby restaurants and local favorites.

View the Guide

First Aid

A first aid station is located on Level 1, outside Hall B

Luggage/Coat Check

Located on Level 1, Lobby C.
Hours:
Monday–Wednesday, 21–23 October – 0800–1830.

Emergency Information

GRB Security: +1 (713) 853-8087

In Case of Evacuation:

Wait for instructions via public announcement.
Follow GRB staff to the nearest exit or safety zone.

Suspicious Package:

Do not touch or approach.
Notify SPE or GRB staff (in person or via landline).
Do not use a cell phone or radio.

Medical Emergency:

First Aid Center: Lobby B, Level 1
GRB Security Dispatch: +1 (713) 853-8087
GRB will call 911
Clearly state: who you are, what happened, and where.

Venue Information:

Address:
George R. Brown Convention Center
1001 Avenida de las Americas
Houston, Texas 77010