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Convention Center and Surrounding Area

About the Seattle Convention Center (SCC)

The Seattle Convention Center, located in downtown Seattle, is the central hub of activity for AMP 2026.

It features an outdoor terrace garden, spacious ballroom, sweeping views of Seattle and is the first high-rise convention center in the United States.

The following AMP 2026 events will be held at the SCC:

  • Registration
  • Expo Hall
  • Scientific sessions
  • Corporate workshops
  • Networking lunches
  • Welcome reception
  • AMP Central (booth)
  • Business & Awards Meeting

The SCC is roughly 20 minutes away from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport by taxi. Sound Transit's Link light rail and King County Metro Transit buses also provide transportation options between the airport and the convention center.

Additionally, SCC has three parking garages offering daily parking. For more detailed transportation information, visit SCC’s Getting Here page.


Sheraton Grand Seattle

The Sheraton Grand Seattle, adjacently located to the Seattle Convention Center, is the headquarter hotel for AMP 2026. The hotel serves as the second half of AMP 2026’s meeting space, hosting:

  • Board of directors and committee meetings
  • GetAMPed!
  • Amazing Molecular Party
  • Ancillary events

Attendees staying at the hotel can enjoy a heated indoor pool, a two-level fitness center, two onsite restaurants, a coffee shop and a wine bar.

More information about the Sheraton Grand Seattle can be found on their website.  


Downtown Seattle

Downtown Seattle

The SCC and Sheraton Grand Seattle are located in downtown Seattle. A thriving city center offering views of mountains and waterways, downtown offers a variety of attractions for visitors, from the world-famous Pike Place Market to the mysterious Museum of Illusions.

Learn more about the downtown neighborhood on the Visit Seattle website.