What to Know Before You Go
When does OTC registration and accommodations open?
What is the address for NRG Park?
Where may I pick up my badge?
Can I view the technical program?
What is the cancellation policy?
How do I contact show management on site?
Do I need anything to pick up my badge?
Are badges required at the Distinguished Achievement Awards Luncheon
Where is everything located in NRG Park?
What security and safety measures does OTC have in place?
What is the cost to park at NRG Park?
If I have a badge, may I walk right into the show?
Where may I purchase tickets for luncheons and other events?
Can I take photographs or video of OTC?
As a US company, how can OTC help me expand my business internationally?
WHEN DOES OTC REGISTRATION AND ACCOMMODATIONS OPEN?
Registration and hotel accommodations are now available, click here.
WHAT IS THE ADDRESS FOR NRG PARK?
1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, Texas 77054
Get directions.
Please note your GPS may recognize this as Reliant Parkway or NRG Parkway
WHERE MAY I PICK UP MY BADGE?
Attendees from outside the US or those who register after 4 April can pick up their badge on-site or at one of the following, convenient remote locations:
(downstairs in the International Baggage Claim area)
Saturday, 29 April–Monday, 1 May (0900–1600 hours)
1200 Louisiana
Houston, Texas 77002
(lobby near coffee shop)
Thursday, 22 April–Thursday, 27 April (1000–1500 hours)
Monday, 1 May–Tuesday, 2 May (0600–1200 hours)
2626 Sage Road
Houston, Texas 77056
(lobby by front desk)
WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY?
To receive a refund, all cancellations must be received in writing no later than 17 April 2017. Cancellations made after 17 April will not be refunded.
Send cancellation requests by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., by fax to +1.301.694.5124, or by mail
to:
OTC
5202 President's Court,
Ste 310
Frederick, MD 21703 USA
Please note that if you have already registered for OTC 2017, refunds will not be given if you receive a complimentary guest pass. No exceptions.
Travel time to NRG Park: Please ensure sufficient travel time to account for traffic and weather. No refunds will be given for late arrivals for any ticketed event. Also please remember that parking at NRG Park is cash only.
HOW DO I CONTACT SHOW MANAGEMENT ON SITE?
DO I NEED ANYTHING TO PICK UP MY BADGE?
Yes. To ensure a secure conference, photo identification (passport or driver's license) is required. Items may be subject to search before entering the OTC areas at NRG Park.
ARE BADGES REQUIRED AT THE DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS LUNCHEON
No, but a ticket is required; it can be obtained at registration.
Learn more about the Distinguished Achievement Awards Luncheon.
WHERE IS EVERYTHING LOCATED IN NRG PARK?
The exhibitsare in NRG Center, NRG Arena, and the OTC Parkway & Pavilion.
All technical sessions are on Level 2 of the NRG Center.
All breakfasts and luncheons are on Level 2 of the NRG Center.
There are also special events throughout NRG Park.
WHAT SECURITY AND SAFETY MEASURES DOES OTC HAVE IN PLACE?
OTC wants all patrons to have a safe and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation and support in making this possible.
WHAT IS THE COST TO PARK AT NRG PARK?
The parking fee at NRG Park is USD 12 per entry. View parking map.
Note parking is cash only.
IF I HAVE A BADGE, MAY I WALK RIGHT INTO THE SHOW?
WHERE MAY I PURCHASE TICKETS FOR LUNCHEONS AND OTHER EVENTS?
You may purchase event tickets online or at the registration counters until an event is sold out. Once an event is sold out, a waitlist will be started and/or tickets sold at the door. Food is not guaranteed 20 minutes past the event start time.
CAN I TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS OR VIDEO OF OTC?