Whether you’re an exhibitor mingling with other exhibitors, getting your first peek at the exhibit floor, interacting with poster contributors, or unwinding after a busy week at SC, the receptions are always memorable experiences. Discover more about the four receptions hosted by SC during the conference.
All receptions are catered events. The venues for the Exhibitor Reception and the Technical Program Reception are always announced closer to SC — and they never disappoint!
For parents wishing to bring their children to the Exhibitor Reception and/or Technical Program Program Reception, please visit the Special Services Desk (near Registration) and show your conference badge. If your badge is eligible for these events, you may request a free wristband for your children (ages 17 and under) for one or both events. You will be required to sign an ACM minor consent form.
We reserve the right to request proof of age for older children near the cutoff age. We ask that the children above the age of 2 wear the wristbands at all times during the receptions, and parents of children under two will wear the wristband on their child’s behalf.
Sunday, November 15, 6–9 pmMcCormick Place, Lakeside Ballroom
This venue will blend the buzz of Chicago and its sports, along with its Chinatown and Little Italy areas providing a great place to unite our HPC community. An exhibitor badge and government-issued ID are required.
Registration Category: EX
Monday, November 16, 7–9 pmMcCormick Place, Exhibit Hall
Celebrate the official kickoff of SC26 with an evening of innovation and energy on the exhibit floor. Come catch a first look at cutting-edge technologies and connect with peers in a festive, informal atmosphere.
Registration Categories: TP | EX
Tuesday, November 17, 5:15–7 pmMcCormick Place, West Building Level 3 North and West Prefunction Space
Celebrate the opening of the Posters and Art of HPC programs. Meet this year’s Posters and Art of HPC authors/designers and enjoy complimentary refreshments and appetizers. Open to attendees with a Technical Program badge.
Registration Category: TP
Thursday, November 19, 7–10 pmGriffin Museum of Science and Industry
SC hosts this reception in thanks to our attendees and contributors with food, drink, and socializing. The Museum of Science and Industry’s hands-on experiences and interactive exhibits are designed to spark creativity and celebrate scientific exploration. A Technical Program badge OR event ticket, and government-issued ID are required.*
Registration Category: TP (or event ticket)
*Additional tickets may be purchased during the registration process for $125. Non-Technical Program registrants may purchase a ticket during the registration process for $125.
Tickets to this event will not be available for purchase at the venue site, but will be available at Registration in the convention center.
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