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Lodging, Meals & Transportation

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Lodging 

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown 600 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 | US Phone 1-412-391-4600

BOOKING LINK

The group rate is $199USD per night, plus tax

**BOOK BY OCTOBER 12!

Need a roommate? Once you're registered, you can join the AEE attendee Slack Channel! The link can be found in your confirmation e-mail. If you need to access slack prior to registering, please contact anna@aee.org

Hotel Services & Amentities

Hotel Policies

Maps & Directions

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Accessibility Details

Meals

What meals are included with registration?

  • 3 Boxed Lunches (11:30am-1:30pm daily in King’s 1, 2 & 3 Ballroom Level)
  • Coffee & Snack breaks
    • Thursday: 2:30-3:00pm
    • Friday: 10:00-10:30am & 2:30-3:00pm
    • Saturday: 10:00-10:30am & 3:00-3:30pm
  • *if registered for just one day, only one boxed lunch and snack breaks on that one day are included.

Does the Wyndham Accommodate allergies/ dietary restrictions? Yes! Please indicate any dietary needs during registration.

Hotel Cafe / Restaurant

3 Rivers Restaurant & Lounge: Phone number: 1-888 215-2756 Our restaurant hours are limited and vary each day of the week. Please contact the hotel directly for more information.

Starbucks® Morning Lobby Coffee Service: Start your day off right with a fresh latte or hot tea at the hotel cafe.

Top Places to Eat In Downtown Pittsburgh

Show your badge program! Take advantage of restaurant and attraction discounts exclusively for our attendees! To sign up for the savings pass, follow the steps on the webpage and the discounts will be texted and emailed right to your phone.

Transportation

  • Need a ride? Once you're registered, you can join the AEE attendee Slack Channel! This is an online chatroom space for attendees to ask questions, discuss transportation and housing. The link can be found in your confirmation e-mail. If you need to access slack prior to registering, please contact anna@aee.org
  • Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
    • ADDRESS: 600 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 GOOGLE MAP LINK
    • Getting to the Wyndham Hotel from the airport: Go North on Airport Blvd and bear slight left to exit Airport. Take 376E towards Pittsburgh to 279N. Exit at 70A for CONSOL Center and take Blvd of Allies / Liberty Avenue exit. Make left at end of ramp onto Commonwealth Place.
  • How-To Guide on Getting Around Pittsburgh (walking, ride share, biking, buses, airport details & more!)
  • Public Transportation Information Check out these tips and tricks from Pittsburgh Regional Transit about using public transportation in Pittsburgh, PA.
  • Valet parking, if available, is $43 USD per night. Oversized vehicle rates are assessed based on vehicle size. *Please note that valet availability is not guaranteed and is first-come-first serve.*
  • Self-parking options are available within walking distance for a fee.

Accessibility

  • I need accessibility accommodations to participate in Conference workshops and larger sessions. AEE is committed to creating a conference experience that is accessible to all. There is a registration field to indicate any accessibility/accommodation requests such as captioning or interpretation. All accommodation requests should be made no less than four weeks before the event. We will make our best effort to fill requests but cannot guarantee requests will be met. You can also e-mail anna@aee.org with specific requests.

International Attendees

Attendee Registration & Other FAQs

  • Do you offer scholarships? Yep! AEE offers scholarships each year to help bring attendees to the conference who otherwise may not be able to join us. Applications due July 1
  • Is there a group registration discount? Yes, there is a Group Discount for groups of 10 or more (10% off each ticket). Email anna@aee.org for the special discount code.
  • What if I am ready to register my group but I’m not sure who is coming? Simply put TBD for any of your registrations! When you know who is attending, you will need to contact anna@aee.org to update your registrations.
  • How do I register my group at the member rate? If you are registering a group at the member rate, please note that everyone in your group will need to be inheriting members of your organization prior to registration. Member admins can learn how to add staff here.
  • I need to pay via PO or wire transfer. Please contact anna@aee.org
  • I need my receipt! Please log into your aee.org member compass to view/print invoices & receipts.
  • Is there a discount for AEE Members? Yes! You must be an AEE Member PRIOR to registering (if you sign up as a Member after registering, you will not be refunded for the difference).
  • Is there a discount for volunteers? Yes! Volunteers receive a discounted conference rate. The discount code is emailed to all accepted volunteers.
  • Is there a discount for presenters? Yes! Presenters receive a discounted conference rate. The discount code is emailed to all accepted presenters.
  • Are Pre-Conferences included in registration costs? No. Pre-Conferences have separate registration costs.
  • Is there a Kidference this year? Due to budget constraints this year, we are unable to host the Kidference. We are so sorry for any inconvenience. We do still hope to see you this November!
  • Where can I print things? Printing is available in the Wyndham Grand Hotel Business Center (First floor, North Lobby Concourse)
  • Are CEU’s included in registration? No, there is an additional cost for CEUs. Colorado State University Pueblo in partnership with the AEE is proud to offer attendees of the 2024 AEE International Conference the opportunity to gain Continuing Education Units (CEU) issued under the seal of CSU Pueblo’s Division of Extended Studies. 
  • What should I wear? Wear anything that makes you comfortable and happy! You'll typically see attendees/speakers wearing jeans, flannels, sneakers, t shirts, activewear, puffer jackets, boots, sweaters & sweatshirts. If we had to put a label on what to wear, we'd say casual to business casual (emphasis on the casual!). Check out the AEE Facebook page for photos from previous conferences
  • Cancellation policy:
    • Check it out here
    • If you cancel your registration 30 days or more prior to the start of the event, AEE will retain 10% of the total registration fee.
    • 25% of the registration fee will be retained for all cancellations 29 to 15 days prior to the event.
    • If a refund is requested within 14 days of the event, no refund will be given.
  • I need a letter of invitation! If you require a letter of invitation to attend the conference, please email Anna Miano at anna@aee.org
  • Is there a conference App?! Yes! Attendees will be invited to the SCHED app in OCTOBER via email (FROM: notifications@sched.com | TO: the email you registered with)
    • You can create a profile and build your own personal schedule!

Why visit Pittsburgh? 

Here are just a few of the many reasons:

 It’s an urban adventure – With 90 unique neighborhoods and breathtaking views from every angle, there are endless opportunities for outdoor adventure in Pittsburgh. One of the best ways to explore Pittsburgh is to take to the streets to experience its natural beauty, unique terrain and diverse offerings at every turn. Pittsburgh is incredibly walkable, and biking reigns supreme thanks to bike-accessible hotels and public transportation, an easy-to-use bikeshare system and a devoted community of cyclists. Plus, there is plenty of opportunity for watersports, including boating, kayaking and paddleboarding on Pittsburgh’s three rivers.

It feels like a home away from home – Pittsburgh is a vibrant, mid-sized city that has the feel of a small town coupled with the big-city amenities that travelers love. Pittsburgh offers a surprising and unexpected experience, with natural beauty, unique terrain and diverse offerings at every turn. And while Pittsburgh continues to push the envelope with major contributions in technology, education, medicine, robotics and beyond, the city’s history and blue-collar image makes it approachable and unpretentious – giving visitors the best of both worlds.

Arts & Culture – The vibrant arts and culture scene is alive and thriving in Pittsburgh. Throughout the city and the region, galleries and museums offer everything from cutting-edge to classic. The entertainment is endless, and the quality and variety superb.

Culinary Delights – Pittsburgh is a city built on innovation, and that certainly doesn’t stop with the food thanks to Pittsburgh’s chef-driven fare. New restaurants and concepts play a large role in Pittsburgh’s hot culinary renaissance. In fact, there are now more than 100 restaurants in the Downtown Pittsburgh area alone and many more throughout the city’s 90 unique and diverse neighborhoods.

Explore Pittsburgh

  • FREE visitors guide online here
  • Point State Park: This 36-acre park is located where the famous three rivers of Pittsburgh meet. Stand in one spot and see the mighty Ohio, Allegheny and Monongahela rivers all at once, and watch as the famed 200-foot wide fountain sends streams soaring 150 feet into the air. This lush urban park is directly across from the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown hotel.