# Outsite Austin Travis — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2026 — Healthcare & Medical Conference & Exhibition at Outsite Austin - Travis Heights (Austin, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/outsite-austin-travis-heights-au-physical-therapy-rehabilitation-expo-2026
- **Dates:** Dec 8–10, 2026 (2026-12-08 to 2026-12-10)
- **Host Facility:** Outsite Austin - Travis Heights (Austin, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/outsite-austin-travis-heights-austin
- **Organizer:** Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Austin Chapter) (https://www.outsite.co/locations/austin-travis-heights)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals | B2B Conference & Trade Show
- **Labor Jurisdiction:** Right-to-Work State
- **Hotel Compression Index:** Austin Corridor Schedule Verified
- **Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark:** $184/night Lodging | $80/day M&IE
- **Official Housing Registry:** Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Austin Chapter) Official Housing Desk (outsite.co, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
Produced by Rehabilitation Sports, 2026's Travis Physical programs inside Austin's Austin Travis (Ave, TX) each DEC (8–10). Registered Healthcare buyers connect Viata hotels and Guest hosting, while vetted coordinators prioritize drayage, activations, AUS transfers, Morningbird meetups, and turnkey Dell throughput.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Dec 8–10, 2026
- **Host Venue:** Outsite Austin - Travis Heights (Austin, TX)
- **Format:** Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals
- **Sales Tax (ZIP 78701):** 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 Austin, TX convention corridor.
- **Peak Floor Hours:** Primary scheduled dates: Dec 8–10, 2026 at Outsite Austin - Travis Heights.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Outsite Austin - Travis Heights 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 (Austin)
| Hotel | Access / Connection | Show-Week Rate | Off-Peak Rate | Block Status | Rooms |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Outsite Austin - Travis Heights | ≈1 min walk (0.0 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Four Seasons Hotel Austin | ≈31 min walk (1.19 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Fairmont Austin Hotel | ≈32 min walk (1.21 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hilton Austin | ≈4 min rideshare (1.42 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Webber East | ≈5 min rideshare (1.99 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hotel Viata | ≈16 min rideshare (6.55 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 Outsite Austin - Travis Heights 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 Austin EAC quotes |  |
## Private Client Dining & VIP Buyout Venues
| Venue | Cuisine | Walk / Transit | Private Capacity | Typical F&B Minimum | AV Ready |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dean's Italian Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈4 min drive (1.35 mi) • 110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701, USA |  |  | No |
| J-Prime Steakhouse | Restaurant () | ≈4 min drive (1.38 mi) • 301 Brazos St ste 150, Corner of, San Jacinto Blvd and 3rd, Austin, TX 78701, USA |  |  | No |
| III Forks Prime Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈4 min drive (1.39 mi) • 111 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701, USA |  |  | No |
| The Guest House | American Restaurant () | ≈4 min drive (1.53 mi) • 110 San Antonio St Ste R140, Austin, TX 78701, USA |  |  | No |
| Hestia | Fine Dining Restaurant () | ≈4 min drive (1.62 mi) • 607 W 3rd St #105, Austin, TX 78701, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is Outsite Austin Travis — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2026 held?
Outsite Austin Travis — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo 2026 is scheduled for Dec 8–10, 2026 at Outsite Austin - Travis Heights in Austin, TX, organized by Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Association (Austin Chapter).
*Source: Outsite Austin Travis — Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Expo Schedule*
### What are the prevailing trade wages and retail sales tax rate in Austin, TX?
Per U.S. BLS OEWS data for Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX MSA (BLS OEWS), prevailing mean hourly wages are $26.75/hr for carpenters, $30.14/hr for electricians, and $29.20/hr for AV technicians. Combined retail sales tax in Austin (ZIP 78701) is 8.25%.
*Source: U.S. BLS OEWS + State Revenue*
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