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GTSE 2026
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Attendee Information
Exhibitor & Sponsor Information
GTSE25 App Questions
Local Tacoma Amenities
About GTSE25
đź“‹ General Event Information
The Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE) will be held August 26–28, 2025 at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center in Tacoma, Washington.
Welcome/Registration Desk (3rd Floor): Opens daily at 7:00 AM for badge pickup and event materials. *Have Printed Ticket, ID or Business card with name to pick up badge. (Speakers badges in Green Room)
Ride & Drive Location: Tacoma Dome Lot A, 2727 E D St. (shuttle service available – see Transportation section). Signed Waiver & Driver’s license mandatory.
Registration Desk Hours:
Monday, Aug 25 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Aug 26: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday, Aug 27: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, Aug 28: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
đźš— Transportation & Parking Options
Convention Center Parking: $16/day
Marriott Tacoma Downtown Parking: $26/day
Public Parking via Freebird App (avg. $16/day) – Closest lots:
1352 Market St Parking Lot
110 S 14th St Parking Lot
1416 Court A Parking Lot
Link Light Rail: Convention Center stop is #T07-T2 on the T Line.
First Student Shuttle (Ride & Drive):
Pick-up: 1st floor of the Convention Center (look for “Ride and Drive Shuttle” sign)
Runs between Convention Center and Tacoma Dome Lot A
Service begins around 8:30AM -Runs Every 30 minutes *Or when bus is full*
Last shuttle returns from the Dome at 1:30 PM
Distance from Dome Lot A: ~1.3 miles (drive or public transit available)
🏢 Expo Hall Hours
The Expo Hall is located on the main exhibition floor.
Tuesday, Aug 26: 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday, Aug 27: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday, Aug 28: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🤝 Networking Events & Receptions
Tuesday, Aug 26 – Breakout Rooms: Interactive Sessions @ 1:20–2:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 26 – Expo Hall: Soft Opening @ 5:15–6:30 PM
Tuesday, Aug 26 – RSVP Only Harbinger Reception @ 7:00–9:00 PM
Wednesday, Aug 27 – Breakout Rooms: Meet & Greet @ 11:15 –Noon
Wednesday, Aug 27 – Expo Hall Reception @ 5:30–6:30 PM
📱 Recommended Apps
GTSE Mobile App - search “GTSE” in Apple or Google App Store
View agenda - customize when logged in with registered email
Access the community page for updates & networking - when logged in with registered email
“QRbot: QR & barcode reader” App (3rd Party, Not GTSE-owned): https://qrbot.net/locale/en/
Helps scan and track contacts made at the event, exportable feature
Free version available (ads included)
Highly recommended for exhibitors, sponsors, and attendees
*Please note on Google play the app is Blue on Apple it’s Green*
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