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GTSE 2026
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Attendee Information
Exhibitor & Sponsor Information
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Local Tacoma Amenities
About GTSE25
📋 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
🚗 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 (https://apps.apple.com/my/app/gtse/id6748949124?uo=2)or Google (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.ma602c9291a0b40658f6489074f90695a.gtse&pcampaignid=web_share)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/(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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