Attendee Info Hub

• Getting Here
• Safety And Accessibility
• National Conference For Women (Virtual)

Getting Here

• Where is the Conference located?

  Pennsylvania Convention Center
  1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

  Enter at the eastern or western corners of Arch Street & 12th Street, or at the Grand Hall off the SEPTA Jefferson Station.

  Directions and travel tips

• What are the Conference hours?

  Convention Center doors open at 7:00 a.m. and the Interactive Hall opens at 8:00 a.m.

  Session I programming begins at 8:45 a.m.

  The Conference ends at 5:00 p.m.

  View the day’s schedule

• What is the best way to get to the Convention Center?

  We recommend taking public transit, taxi, Lyft or Uber. Jefferson Station, served by all regional rail lines, is connected to the Convention Center.

  If you must drive, please carefully review the parking advice on our Travel page. You’ll find maps, prices and even an option to reserve discounted parking in advance!

  Please plan for traffic and make a backup plan to account for traffic, parking, and crowded public transit.

• Where can I park?

  Parking options can be found on our Travel page. You’ll find maps, prices, and even an option to reserve discounted parking in advance through SpotHero!

• Does the Conference offer hotel blocks or other discounts?

  Yes, we partner with local hotels to help attendees find discounted accommodations close to the Convention Center — and to other attendees! Most hotel blocks have expired at this point, but for future reference you can learn more and view options on our Travel page.

  NOTE: When you stay at our partner properties, not only will you enjoy extra face time with fellow attendees — you’ll also be supporting the Conference. Please be sure to mention the Conference for Women and/or use our block codes when you book!

Safety And Accessibility

• Is there a coat /luggage check available?

  Yes, a coat check will be available on the main bridge, opposite the Help Desk. The cost is $3 per item checked.

• I am a nursing mother — where can I pump & store milk?

  There are two Mamava nursing pods available in the Convention Center, as well as a dedicated Nursing Mothers Room in Meeting Room 302. The Nursing Mothers Room also offers refrigeration. 

• Do you have accommodations in place for the hearing impaired?

  The Keynote program will be closed-captioned.

• What if I need another accommodation?

  The Conference for Women wants to create an inclusive and accessible experience for all attendees. We request 30 days advance notice of any special accessibility needs. If you have questions, please reach out to [email protected].

• Are men’s restrooms available?

  Most restrooms have been converted to women’s, with the exception of the following men’s restrooms:

  • Street Level – Hall F
  • 200 Level – Hall A (dock side), Hall C, Concourse Near MR 203 (west side)
  • Ballroom A,B  – East side of prefunction

National Conference For Women (Virtual)

• Do I need to purchase a separate ticket for the March 5, 2025 virtual Conference?

  Your ticket to the November 7th in-person Conference includes access to the March 5th virtual event. There’s nothing more to do now, and we will reach out via email with instructional information closer to March.