# Houston Airport Marriott — Cardiology & Interventional Medicine Congress 2026 — Healthcare & Medical Conference & Exhibition at Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental (Houston, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/houston-airport-marriott-at-geor-cardiology-interventional-medicine-congress
- **Dates:** Nov 17–19, 2026 (2026-11-17 to 2026-11-19)
- **Host Facility:** Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental (Houston, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/houston-airport-marriott-at-george-bush-intercontinental-houston
- **Organizer:** Cardiovascular Clinical Education Foundation (Houston Chapter) (https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/iahap-houston-airport-marriott-at-george-bush-intercontinental/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0)
- **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:** Cardiovascular Clinical Education Foundation (Houston Chapter) Official Housing Desk (marriott.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
During NOV 17–19 (2026), Houston Airport near John (Houston, TX) gathers Airport Marriott with Cardiovascular Clinical. Visiting professional Medical teams establish activations alongside technical teams, landing through IAH to link Brenner luncheons, Boardwalk and Houston stays, plus efficient Three access. Cardiovascular Clinical gathers efficient staging for Airport Marriott (2026) at Houston Airport.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Nov 17–19, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental (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 17–19, 2026 at Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Houston Airport Marriott at (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 Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton | ≈32 min rideshare (13.47 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Marriott Marquis Houston | ≈39 min rideshare (16.07 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Omni Houston Hotel | ≈41 min rideshare (17.08 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria | ≈44 min rideshare (18.17 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Houston Marriott Westchase | ≈51 min rideshare (21.43 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Houston West | ≈52 min rideshare (21.6 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 Houston Airport Marriott at (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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Prime 131 | Steak House () | ≈35 min drive (14.62 mi) • 2505 W 11th St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77008, USA |  |  | No |
| Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈38 min drive (15.9 mi) • 1510 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA |  |  | No |
| Guard and Grace | Steak House () | ≈38 min drive (15.91 mi) • 500 Dallas St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77002, USA |  |  | No |
| Turner's Cut | Steak House () | ≈39 min drive (16.24 mi) • 811 Buffalo Pk Dr Ste 160, Houston, TX 77019, USA |  |  | No |
| Brenner's on the Bayou | Restaurant () | ≈39 min drive (16.37 mi) • 1 Birdsall St, Houston, TX 77007, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is Houston Airport Marriott — Cardiology & Interventional Medicine Congress 2026 held?
Houston Airport Marriott — Cardiology & Interventional Medicine Congress 2026 is scheduled for Nov 17–19, 2026 at Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental in Houston, TX, organized by Cardiovascular Clinical Education Foundation (Houston Chapter).
*Source: Houston Airport Marriott — Cardiology & Interventional Medicine Congress 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*