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Join industry leaders at the Palmer Event Center for the premier 2026 event.
Secure your spot today with our early bird pricing tiers.

September 28-30, 2026 | PALMER EVENTS CENTER - AUSTIN, TX

Registration & Exhibitors

Attending the conference? Explore registration options for individuals, groups, and government attendees below.

TIER A1

Full Attendee Registration

TIER A2

Group Attendee Registration

TIER A3

Government Attendee Registration

Registration Cancellation Policy

Cancellation requests received 60 days or more prior to the event start date.

Cancellation requests received 30–59 days prior to the event.

Cancellation requests received less than 30 days prior to the event. Registrations may be transferred to another individual at no cost up to 7 days before the event. Only valid for the 2026 Gulf Response Alliance event.

If the event is postponed or canceled due to circumstances beyond control (weather, government action, etc.), registration fees may be transferred to a future event or refunded at the discretion of GRA.

Exhibitors Fees

Looking to exhibit? Discover booth packages and showcase opportunities designed to maximize your presence at the event.

INDOOR

Standard interior booths

$25 per square foot, minimum 10’ x 10’ booth at $2,500

Exhibitors may increase their footprint in 10-foot increments to accommodate larger displays, equipment, or expanded exhibits.

INDOOR

End cap and corner booths

$30 per square foot, 10’ x 10’ booth at $3,000

Exhibitors may increase their footprint in 10-foot increments to accommodate larger displays, equipment, or expanded exhibits.

OUTDOOR

Exterior Equipment Showcase Fee

$1,000

Benefits:

Organizational Information

Participating as a federal attendee or partner? Access the required documentation and contact information here.

Administrative Information

  • Organization: Oceans and Wildlife Institute
  • Postal Address: 2710 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78402
  • UEI: YT3PZJM9NMY5

Contact Information

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.

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