# McFarlin Auditorium — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2027 — Healthcare & Medical Conference & Exhibition at McFarlin Auditorium (Dallas, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/mcfarlin-auditorium-dallas-physical-therapy-rehabilitation-expo-2027
- **Dates:** Feb 23–25, 2027 (2027-02-23 to 2027-02-25)
- **Host Facility:** McFarlin Auditorium (Dallas, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/mcfarlin-auditorium-dallas
- **Organizer:** Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Dallas Chapter) (http://smu.edu/McFarlin/)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals | B2B Conference & Trade Show
- **Labor Jurisdiction:** Right-to-Work State
- **Hotel Compression Index:** Dallas Corridor Schedule Verified
- **Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark:** $184/night Lodging | $80/day M&IE
- **Official Housing Registry:** Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Dallas Chapter) Official Housing Desk (smu.edu, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
During FEB 23–25 (2027), McFarlin Auditorium near Boaz (Dallas, TX) centers Auditorium Physical with Rehabilitation Sports. Visiting exhibiting Medical specialists oversee panels alongside registered specialists, commuting through DFW to pair Town tables, Hilton and Anatole resorts, plus accessible Flying timelines.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Feb 23–25, 2027
- **Host Venue:** McFarlin Auditorium (Dallas, TX)
- **Format:** Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals
- **Sales Tax (ZIP 75202):** 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 Dallas, TX convention corridor.
- **Peak Floor Hours:** Primary scheduled dates: Feb 23–25, 2027 at McFarlin Auditorium.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** McFarlin Auditorium 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 (Dallas)
| Hotel | Access / Connection | Show-Week Rate | Off-Peak Rate | Block Status | Rooms |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Renaissance Dallas Hotel | ≈9 min rideshare (3.85 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hilton Anatole | ≈10 min rideshare (3.96 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Omni Dallas Hotel | ≈12 min rideshare (4.89 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Dallas | ≈12 min rideshare (4.95 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Lorenzo Hotel Dallas, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | ≈12 min rideshare (4.96 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| The Westin Galleria Dallas | ≈15 min rideshare (6.25 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 McFarlin Auditorium 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 Dallas EAC quotes |  |
## Private Client Dining & VIP Buyout Venues
| Venue | Cuisine | Walk / Transit | Private Capacity | Typical F&B Minimum | AV Ready |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ocean Prime | Seafood Restaurant () | ≈9 min drive (3.67 mi) • 2101 Cedar Springs Rd #150, Dallas, TX 75201, USA |  |  | No |
| Perry's Steakhouse & Grille | Steak House () | ≈9 min drive (3.82 mi) • 2100 Olive St Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75201, USA |  |  | No |
| Tango Room | Steak House () | ≈9 min drive (3.88 mi) • 1617 Hi Line Dr Ste 250, Dallas, TX 75207, USA |  |  | No |
| Town Hearth | Steak House () | ≈10 min drive (4.15 mi) • 1617 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207, USA |  |  | No |
| Dakota's Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈10 min drive (4.17 mi) • 600 N Akard St, Dallas, TX 75201, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is McFarlin Auditorium — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2027 held?
McFarlin Auditorium — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2027 is scheduled for Feb 23–25, 2027 at McFarlin Auditorium in Dallas, TX, organized by Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Dallas Chapter).
*Source: McFarlin Auditorium — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo Schedule*
### What are the prevailing trade wages and retail sales tax rate in Dallas, TX?
Per U.S. BLS OEWS data for Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX MSA (BLS OEWS), prevailing mean hourly wages are $25.84/hr for carpenters, $29.12/hr for electricians, and $28.45/hr for AV technicians. Combined retail sales tax in Dallas (ZIP 75202) is 8.25%.
*Source: U.S. BLS OEWS + State Revenue*
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