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SEPTEMBER 24-26, 2025
San Diego Convention Center - San Diego, California

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the conference and exhibition dates?

The conference will be held September 24-26, 2025
The exhibition will be held September 24-25, 2025 

What time is the exhibit floor open?

Wednesday, September 24: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday, September 25: 10:30 am to 3:00 pm 

Where does the 2025 event take place?

San Diego Convention Center
111 W Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101

What is the cost to attend and when can I register?

Registration for 2025 will open in March. 

For reference here is the pricing for 2024:

PACKAGE DESCRIPTION Early Bird Regular Late
before July 26 before September 13 After September 13
Full Access Pass (AEC Firms and others) $1,445 $1,645 $1,845
Full Access Healthcare Providers ONLY $1,045 $1,245 $1,445
Expo Plus Pass FREE FREE FREE
Expo Plus Pass for Manufacturers $345 $545 $745
Daily Pass (Tuesday or Wednesday) $745 $945 $1,045
Facility Tours $95 $115 $135
What’s included in an Full Access Pass?

Full Access passes include 2 1/2 days of Conference Sessions, 2 Days of the Exhibit Hall, All Keynotes, Design Solution Theaters, Food Functions, Receptions and Happy Hour and Access to the Mobile App including online presentations

What is a Expo Plus Pass and how does it work?

Expo Plus Pass includes access to the exhibit floor as well as keynotes, design solutions theaters, receptions and mobile app.

Where does the Symposium take place?

The entire event will take place at the San Diego Convention Center in 2024 located at 111 W Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101.

Do I need to preregister for my conference sessions?

No you do not need to select which conference sessions you plan to attend ahead of time.

I’ve registered for the conference, where do I go when I arrive?

HFSE Registration will be located at the San Diego Convention Center.  The exact location will be posted in August 2025. 

How do I get AIA credit for the sessions I attend?

We will have an AIA form onsite that you must complete as you attend sessions. You will then turn that form into registration before you leave. We will submit to the AIA on your behalf within 2 weeks of the event. 

How do facility tours work?

Registration for facility tours is separate and only available to those registered for the Full Access pass. 

What food options are available?

Full Access Passes receive 3 days of breakfast, 2 days of lunch and all networking breaks & receptions. Expo Plus Pass receive the receptions on the exhibit floor.

How can I reserve a hotel room and what are the rates?

HFSE has special rates at local San Diego hotels. Information will be available in November 2024.  

Will I receive a certificate of attendance?

If you would like a certificate of attendance, please pick up a CEU form at registration and submit it before you depart. A certificate will be emailed to you within two weeks of the event.

Where will the 2026 Symposium take place?

The 2026 Symposium dates and location will be announced in early Summer 2025. 

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