# Comfort Inn Suites — Stadium & Sports Venue Operations Summit 2026 — Sports Business, Fitness & Venues Conference & Exhibition at Comfort Inn & Suites Near Medical Center (San Antonio, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/comfort-inn-suites-near-medical-stadium-sports-venue-operations-summit-2026
- **Dates:** Nov 10–12, 2026 (2026-11-10 to 2026-11-12)
- **Host Facility:** Comfort Inn & Suites Near Medical Center (San Antonio, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/comfort-inn-suites-near-medical-center-san-antonio
- **Organizer:** National Venue & Sports Business Alliance (San Antonio Chapter) (https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/san-antonio/comfort-inn-hotels/txa49?mc=llgoxxpx)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals | B2B Conference & Trade Show
- **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:** National Venue & Sports Business Alliance (San Antonio Chapter) Official Housing Desk (choicehotels.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
Comfort Inn (2026) leads professional Sports operators booked at Comfort Inn on 6039 (San Antonio, TX) for NOV 10–12. Guided by National Venue, practitioner specialists schedule demos and freight while transiting via SAT to tap Hilton stays, Signature hosting, King briefings, and direct Baptist coordination. National Venue presents direct freight for Comfort Inn (2026) at Comfort Inn.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Nov 10–12, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Comfort Inn & Suites Near Medical Center (San Antonio, TX)
- **Format:** Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals
- **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: Nov 10–12, 2026 at Comfort Inn & Suites Near Medical Center.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Comfort Inn & Suites Near (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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ranch Motel & Leisure Club | ≈11 min rideshare (4.42 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Aztec Hotel, San Antonio, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | ≈12 min rideshare (5.04 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection | ≈13 min rideshare (5.44 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas | ≈21 min rideshare (8.87 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Holiday Inn San Antonio Seaworld by IHG | ≈22 min rideshare (9.0 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio SeaWorld® /Westover Hills | ≈23 min rideshare (9.5 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 Comfort Inn & Suites Near (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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood | Steak House () | ≈12 min drive (4.94 mi) • 219 E Houston St #275, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| The Palm - San Antonio | Steak House () | ≈12 min drive (4.95 mi) • 233 E Houston St Ste 100, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| Biga - San Antonio Riverwalk Restaurant | American Restaurant () | ≈12 min drive (5.06 mi) • 203 S St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| Brenner's on the River Walk | Restaurant () | ≈12 min drive (5.14 mi) • 215 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA |  |  | No |
| Blü Prime Steakhouse | Restaurant () | ≈20 min drive (8.44 mi) • 1818 N Loop 1604 W Ste 101, San Antonio, TX 78248, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is Comfort Inn Suites — Stadium & Sports Venue Operations Summit 2026 held?
Comfort Inn Suites — Stadium & Sports Venue Operations Summit 2026 is scheduled for Nov 10–12, 2026 at Comfort Inn & Suites Near Medical Center in San Antonio, TX, organized by National Venue & Sports Business Alliance (San Antonio Chapter).
*Source: Comfort Inn Suites — Stadium & Sports Venue Operations Summit 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*