Getting to Louisville, getting around, and where to stay.
Hotels & Shuttles
How do I book a hotel? Which company is official?Book through the Louisville Housing Bureau, Equip's official housing provider.
- Book: official hotel site. Booking through the official provider enters you in prize drawings.
- Beware pirate housing: the Louisville Housing Bureau is the ONLY official company. If anyone else contacts you about rooms during the event, please be cautious as there is only one official housing partner.
Are there shuttles from the hotels?Yes, between some Louisville hotels and the venue. Routes and times are posted on the Hotel and Travel page when finalized; the current schedule is at the shuttle routes page.
Flights, Parking & Getting Around
Are there airline discounts?- Southwest: discounted fares to Louisville (SDF), booking opens March 7, 2026 for travel Oct 17 to 26. Earn 25% bonus Rapid Rewards points via the SWABIZ link.
- Delta: use Meeting Event Code NM55K at delta.com or 1-800-328-1111 (Mon to Fri, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET). No service fee through the Conferences and Events line.
What about public transit or rideshare?Louisville transit is TARC. Uber, Lyft, and taxis (Z Trip, Taxi 7) are available. No rideshare discount codes are offered.
Is parking free?Yes. Free parking at the Kentucky Exposition Center around show hours.
Is there RV parking?
How far is the venue from the airport?1.4 miles, about a 4 minute drive.
International Attendees
Can I get a visa invitation letter?Yes, after you complete registration and it is approved. The letter is a link in your confirmation email.
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