Plan Your Trip to GRA 2026

Find everything you need to prepare for your trip, including venue information, accommodations, and key travel details to ensure a smooth experience.

Event Locations

Palmer Events Center

  • 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704
  • Primary venue for GRA meetings, Exhibit Hall, and special events.

Hula Hut

  • 3825 Lake Austin Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78703
  • Venue for on-water demonstrations.
  • Opening Night Reception.

Palmer Events Center details

Parking & Garage Access

Protip for Attendees: For faster garage access, use the garage entrance on Riverside Drive. However, please be aware that the westbound lanes of Riverside Drive will be closed. Eastbound lanes will remain open, allowing access to the garage from South Lamar.

Please note that Palmer Events Center is now a cashless facility.

Food Trucks and Beverages at Palmer Events Center

Food trucks will be onsite at the Palmer Events Center on Tuesday, September 29, and Wednesday, September 30. Check out the menus below and plan your lunch in advance for quicker service during the event. Food and beverages will be available for individual purchase.

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Chi'Lantro
Korean BBQ Bowls & Tacos

Famous Korean BBQ steak, spicy chicken, tofu skewers, Korean slaw and noodle bowls.

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I Juan Tacos
Authentic Mexican Street Tacos

Beef & chicken fajitas, al pastor, carnitas, loaded nachos, and quesadillas.

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JABS Smash Burgers Logo
JABS Smash Burgers
Artisanal Smash Burgers & Sides

Caramelized onion beef smash patties on Martin's Potato Rolls with secret JABS sauce.

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Shawarma Point
Mediterranean & Halal Street Food

Chicken shawarma wraps, beef & lamb gyro, basmati rice bowls, and garlic hummus.

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Slab BBQ
Authentic Texas Craft BBQ

Texas O.G. brisket, Notorious P.I.G., smoked chicken wings, and potato casserole.

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Palmer Events Center Concession Exhibit Hall 1

Food and beverages will be available for individual purchase. The Palmer Events Center will also have a concession location inside Exhibit Hall 1 offering beverages and grab-and-go snacks.

Hotel blocks

Hilton Hotel

Gulf Response Alliance Room Block – Embassy Suites Austin South Congress – September 2026

Hyatt Regency

208 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Hyatt Place

211 East 3rd Street, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Travel & Booking Advisory

Gulf Response Alliance does not sell attendee or exhibitor contact information.

If you are contacted by third parties offering hotel reservations, attendee lists, or other event services, please note that these companies are not affiliated with GRA. We encourage attendees to use the official hotel information provided on this website or to book accommodations directly with their preferred hotel.

If you are ever unsure about a communication, please contact our team before making arrangements.

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