# 35th Annual ATAC Globe Awards 2026 — Performance Art at Laurie Auditorium (San Antonio, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/35th-annual-atac-globe-awards-san-antonio-2026
- **Dates:** November 8, 2026 (2026-11-08 to 2026-11-08)
- **Host Facility:** Laurie Auditorium (San Antonio, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/laurie-auditorium-san-antonio
- **Organizer:** PROMOTED BY VENUE (https://www.ticketmaster.com/35th-annual-atac-globe-awards-san-antonio-texas-11-08-2026/event/3A0065307A5D46CD)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Ticketed Live Event & Corporate Hospitality | Live Arts & Theatre Production
- **Labor Jurisdiction:** Right-to-Work State
- **Hotel Compression Index:** San Antonio Corridor Schedule Verified
- **Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark:** $149/night Lodging | $74/day M&IE
- **Official Housing Registry:** PROMOTED BY VENUE Official Housing Desk (ticketmaster.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
For November 8, 2026 in 2026, Laurie Auditorium (San Antonio, TX) convenes 35th Annual ATAC under PROMOTED BY leadership. Visiting accredited Live delegates account for $27.85 electrical rates, $26.40 AV wages, 385 EV stations (112 fast ports), together with Baptist Medical EAP coverage and Residence Inn blocks.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** November 8, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Laurie Auditorium (San Antonio, TX)
- **Format:** Ticketed Live Event & Corporate Hospitality
- **Sales Tax (ZIP 78205):** 8.25% combined
- **TX Commercial Power:** 8.96¢/kWh (2026-08)
## Audience Composition
## Arrival, Badge Pickup & Floor Timing
- **Airport & Badge Strategy:** Check GSA FY2027 per-diem rates and ground transit options into the San Antonio, TX convention corridor.
- **Peak Floor Hours:** Primary scheduled dates: November 8, 2026 at Laurie Auditorium.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Laurie Auditorium Exhibitor Carry-In Policy (Right-to-Work State): One exhibitor badge-holder may hand-carry personal display materials or a single rolling luggage case in one trip through main public/hotel entrances without drayage charges; two-wheel dollies, pushcarts, and crated dock deliveries route through official material-handling labor.
## Walkable Corridor Hotels (San Antonio)
| Hotel | Access / Connection | Show-Week Rate | Off-Peak Rate | Block Status | Rooms |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ranch Motel & Leisure Club | ≈23 min walk (0.86 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Aztec Hotel, San Antonio, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | ≈7 min rideshare (2.8 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection | ≈8 min rideshare (3.18 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Holiday Inn San Antonio Seaworld by IHG | ≈29 min rideshare (11.96 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas | ≈29 min rideshare (12.0 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hilton Vacation Club Eilan Resort & Spa San Antonio | ≈30 min rideshare (12.58 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
## Exhibitor Building Services vs. Open-Market Local Suppliers
| Service | Facility Policy | Show-Manual Rate | Local Market Benchmark | Savings |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electrical, Compressed Air & Ceiling Rigging | Exclusive Building Service | Per official exhibitor service kit | Exclusive Laurie Auditorium authorized contractor | Order before advance deadline |
| Dock-to-Booth Freight Handling (Drayage) | Exclusive Building Service | Per show decorator rate sheet | Hand-carry rules vary by show |  |
| Booth AV, Monitors & Exhibit Builds (EAC) | Independent Suppliers Permitted | Official contractor show kit | Independent San Antonio EAC quotes |  |
## Private Client Dining & VIP Buyout Venues
| Venue | Cuisine | Walk / Transit | Private Capacity | Typical F&B Minimum | AV Ready |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood | Steak House () | ≈6 min drive (2.65 mi) • 219 E Houston St #275, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| The Palm - San Antonio | Steak House () | ≈6 min drive (2.65 mi) • 233 E Houston St Ste 100, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| Brenner's on the River Walk | Restaurant () | ≈7 min drive (2.78 mi) • 215 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| Biga - San Antonio Riverwalk Restaurant | American Restaurant () | ≈7 min drive (2.88 mi) • 203 S St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| Blü Prime Steakhouse | Restaurant () | ≈24 min drive (10.13 mi) • 1818 N Loop 1604 W Ste 101, San Antonio, TX 78248, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is 35th Annual ATAC Globe Awards 2026 held?
35th Annual ATAC Globe Awards 2026 is scheduled for November 8, 2026 at Laurie Auditorium in San Antonio, TX, organized by PROMOTED BY VENUE.
*Source: 35th Annual ATAC Globe Awards Schedule*
### What are the prevailing trade wages and retail sales tax rate in San Antonio, TX?
Per U.S. BLS OEWS data for San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX MSA (BLS OEWS), prevailing mean hourly wages are $24.12/hr for carpenters, $27.85/hr for electricians, and $26.40/hr for AV technicians. Combined retail sales tax in San Antonio (ZIP 78205) is 8.25%.
*Source: U.S. BLS OEWS + State Revenue*
### What live entertainment or arena events are scheduled in San Antonio via Ticketmaster?
Ticketmaster Discovery API listings in San Antonio, TX include Drag Me to Brunch at Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio! at Hard Rock Cafe - San Antonio (2026-11-01), Aida Rodriguez at Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club (2026-11-01), San Antonio Country and Rock Music Awards at Thirsty Horse Saloon (2026-11-01). Nearest CMS-verified emergency hospital: Baptist Medical Center ((210) 297-7000).
*Source: Ticketmaster Discovery API + CMS Care Compare*