# Holiday Inn San — Unmanned Aerospace & Defense Systems Forum 2026 — Aerospace, Defense & GovTech Conference & Exhibition at Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG (San Antonio, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/holiday-inn-san-antonio-n-stone-unmanned-aerospace-defense-systems-forum-2026
- **Dates:** Dec 8–10, 2026 (2026-12-08 to 2026-12-10)
- **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:** Aerospace & Defense Technology Society (San Antonio Chapter) (https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/san-antonio/satkj/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-HI-_-US-_-SATKJ)
- **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:** Aerospace & Defense Technology Society (San Antonio Chapter) Official Housing Desk (ihg.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
Holiday Inn (2026) assembles commercial Aerospace managers positioned inside Holiday Inn on 19280 (San Antonio, TX) for DEC 8–10. Guided by Aerospace Defense, strategic administrators stage sessions and logistics while flying via SAT to leverage Holiday quarters, Brenner dinners, CommonWealth briefings, and predictable Baptist mobility.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Dec 8–10, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG (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: Dec 8–10, 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 Holiday Inn San — Unmanned Aerospace & Defense Systems Forum 2026 held?
Holiday Inn San — Unmanned Aerospace & Defense Systems Forum 2026 is scheduled for Dec 8–10, 2026 at Holiday Inn San Antonio N - Stone Oak Area by IHG in San Antonio, TX, organized by Aerospace & Defense Technology Society (San Antonio Chapter).
*Source: Holiday Inn San — Unmanned Aerospace & Defense Systems Forum 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 La Flor Escondida: Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio's Selena Speakeasy at Hard Rock Cafe - San Antonio (2026-05-01), Halloween at Hard Rock Cafe! at Hard Rock Cafe - San Antonio (2026-10-30), San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Frost Bank Center (2026-10-31). Nearest CMS-verified emergency hospital: Baptist Medical Center ((210) 297-7000).
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