# ACID BATH 2026 — Metal at Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG (San Antonio, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/acid-bath-san-antonio-2026
- **Dates:** November 6, 2026 (2026-11-06 to 2026-11-06)
- **Host Facility:** Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG (San Antonio, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/holiday-inn-san-antonio-n-stone-oak-area-by-ihg-san-antonio
- **Organizer:** LIVE NATION MUSIC (https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/83475773/acid-bath-san-antonio-boeing-center-at-tech-port)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Ticketed Live Event & Corporate Hospitality | Live Music 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:** LIVE NATION MUSIC Official Housing Desk (etix.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
Scheduled November 6, 2026 at Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG (19280 Redland Rd, San Antonio, TX), ACID BATH 2026 is produced by LIVE NATION MUSIC for Live Metal & Entertainment. ACID BATH delegations use Holiday Inn San Antonio Seaworld by IHG and Signature Restaurant near Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG, supported by 385 San Antonio EV chargers, Baptist Medical Center, and $26.40/hr AV labor benchmarks.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** November 6, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG (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 6, 2026 at Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Holiday Inn San Antonio N - (San Antonio) 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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa | ≈11 min rideshare (4.77 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hilton Vacation Club Eilan Resort & Spa San Antonio | ≈21 min rideshare (8.75 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Ranch Motel & Leisure Club | ≈28 min rideshare (11.51 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Aztec Hotel, San Antonio, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | ≈33 min rideshare (13.74 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection | ≈34 min rideshare (14.13 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas | ≈41 min rideshare (17.25 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 Holiday Inn San Antonio N - (San Antonio) 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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| J-Prime Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈8 min drive (3.24 mi) • 1401 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78232, USA |  |  | No |
| Blü Prime Steakhouse | Restaurant () | ≈9 min drive (3.68 mi) • 1818 N Loop 1604 W Ste 101, San Antonio, TX 78248, USA |  |  | No |
| 18 Oaks | Steak House () | ≈11 min drive (4.78 mi) • 23808 Resort Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78261, USA |  |  | No |
| Signature Restaurant | Restaurant () | ≈23 min drive (9.56 mi) • 16401 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256, USA |  |  | No |
| Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood | Steak House () | ≈33 min drive (13.59 mi) • 219 E Houston St #275, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is ACID BATH 2026 held?
ACID BATH 2026 is scheduled for November 6, 2026 at Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG in San Antonio, TX, organized by LIVE NATION MUSIC.
*Source: ACID BATH 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*