# Hampton Inn Suites — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2026 — Healthcare & Medical Conference & Exhibition at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park (Houston, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/hampton-inn-suites-houston-medic-physical-therapy-rehabilitation-expo-2026
- **Dates:** Nov 10–12, 2026 (2026-11-10 to 2026-11-12)
- **Host Facility:** Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park (Houston, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/hampton-inn-suites-houston-medical-center-nrg-park-houston
- **Organizer:** Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Houston Chapter) (https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/houmdhx-hampton-suites-houston-medical-center-nrg-park/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HX-HOUMDHX)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals | B2B Conference & Trade Show
- **Labor Jurisdiction:** Right-to-Work State
- **Hotel Compression Index:** Houston Corridor Schedule Verified
- **Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark:** $133/night Lodging | $80/day M&IE
- **Official Housing Registry:** Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Houston Chapter) Official Housing Desk (hilton.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
Hampton Inn (2026) assembles chartered Healthcare specialists centered at Hampton Inn on 1715 (Houston, TX) for NOV 10–12. Guided by Rehabilitation Sports, specialized practitioners calibrate move-in and freight while transiting via IAH to secure Omni accommodations, Vic tastings, Slow briefings, and walkable Houston execution.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Nov 10–12, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park (Houston, TX)
- **Format:** Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals
- **Sales Tax (ZIP 77010):** 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 Houston, TX convention corridor.
- **Peak Floor Hours:** Primary scheduled dates: Nov 10–12, 2026 at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Hampton Inn & Suites Houston (Houston) 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 (Houston)
| Hotel | Access / Connection | Show-Week Rate | Off-Peak Rate | Block Status | Rooms |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria | ≈11 min rideshare (4.72 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Marriott Marquis Houston | ≈12 min rideshare (4.84 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Omni Houston Hotel | ≈14 min rideshare (5.64 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Houston Marriott Westchase | ≈22 min rideshare (9.23 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Houston West | ≈35 min rideshare (14.39 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Baytown – Houston | ≈59 min rideshare (24.52 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 Hampton Inn & Suites Houston (Houston) 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 Houston EAC quotes |  |
## Private Client Dining & VIP Buyout Venues
| Venue | Cuisine | Walk / Transit | Private Capacity | Typical F&B Minimum | AV Ready |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Turner's Cut | Steak House () | ≈10 min drive (4.29 mi) • 811 Buffalo Pk Dr Ste 160, Houston, TX 77019, USA |  |  | No |
| Steak 48 | Steak House () | ≈11 min drive (4.43 mi) • 4444 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027, USA |  |  | No |
| Brenner's on the Bayou | Restaurant () | ≈11 min drive (4.5 mi) • 1 Birdsall St, Houston, TX 77007, USA |  |  | No |
| Guard and Grace | Steak House () | ≈11 min drive (4.68 mi) • 500 Dallas St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77002, USA |  |  | No |
| Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈12 min drive (4.99 mi) • 1510 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is Hampton Inn Suites — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2026 held?
Hampton Inn Suites — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2026 is scheduled for Nov 10–12, 2026 at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park in Houston, TX, organized by Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Houston Chapter).
*Source: Hampton Inn Suites — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo Schedule*
### What are the prevailing trade wages and retail sales tax rate in Houston, TX?
Per U.S. BLS OEWS data for Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX MSA (BLS OEWS), prevailing mean hourly wages are $25.41/hr for carpenters, $29.68/hr for electricians, and $27.90/hr for AV technicians. Combined retail sales tax in Houston (ZIP 77010) is 8.25%.
*Source: U.S. BLS OEWS + State Revenue*
### What live entertainment or arena events are scheduled in Houston via Ticketmaster?
Ticketmaster Discovery API listings in Houston, TX include Faust at Brown Theatre-Wortham Center (2026-11-01), Houston Dash vs. Portland Thorns FC at Shell Energy Stadium (2026-11-01), Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Dracula (21+ Event) at The Emerald Theatre (2026-11-01). Nearest CMS-verified emergency hospital: Houston Methodist Hospital ((713) 790-3311).
*Source: Ticketmaster Discovery API + CMS Care Compare*