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Know Before You Go

Know Before You Go

With IDDBA 2024 around the corner, we are sharing some helpful information for your visit.

Travel Info

What to See & Do

For sightseeing, dining, and travel information, visit Visit Houston & Experience Houston.

Rentals

Please order in advance as scooter rental will not be available onsite. Select companies may deliver directly to your hotel – check with company for details!

Uber/Lyft Pickup

Pickup location will be in front of the George R. Brown Convention Center by Pappadeaux Restaurant, across from the Hilton.

Airport Ground Transportations

A variety of shuttle companies are available from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the convention center or hotels. Be sure to verify with the company rates and service area prior to use. See the complete listing.

IDDBA Shuttle

Shuttles will be provided between the George R. Brown Convention Center and the following official IDDBA hotels.

Hotel shuttle schedules are also located in the lobbies of IDDBA block hotels.

FAQs

Where is IDDBA 2024 located?

George R. Brown Convention Center, Level 1, Exhibit Halls A – E
1001 Avenida De Las Americas
Houston, TX 77010

What are the expo floor hours?
  • Sunday, June 9 • 11 am – 5:30 pm
  • Monday, June 10 • 11 am – 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday, June 11 • 8 am – Noon
 
Where can I pick up my badge?
In Registration, Level 1 Lobby of Exhibit Hall C:
  • Friday, June 7 • Noon – 6 pm
  • Saturday, June 8 • 8 am – 6 pm
  • Sunday, June 9 • 7 am – 5:30 pm
  • Monday, June 10 • 8 am – 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday, June 11 • 7:30 am – Noon
What is IDDBA 2024 Duty of Care?

IDDBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all at IDDBA 2024 in Houston. Our decisions and preventive measures regarding infectious disease will be guided by the requirements and recommendations of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and federal, state and local health authorities. We are working with all host venues, including the Houston Convention Center, to protect the safety and health of all who attend IDDBA 2024. Read more for full policy.

 
Where can I find...
  • Lost & Found:
  • Publication Bins: Lobby Halls B & D
  • Luggage/Coat Check: Level 1 Lobby of Exhibit Hall C (No charge to IDDBA 2024 attendees)
    • Sunday, June 9 • 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
    • Monday, June 10 • 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
    • Tuesday, June 11 • 6:00 am – 2:00 pm
Is there Wi-Fi at the George R. Brown Convention Center?

Connect to the IDDBA2024 Wi-Fi network once you arrive at the convention center.

 
Where can I get help with the IDDBA App?

Onsite technical help will be available at booth 3535.

Where can I get help with the LeadNet Lead Retrieval?
Visit booth 3533.
 
Where can I sign up for housing for IDDBA 2025?
At onPeak's booth 3628 or online:
  • Monday, June 10 • 11  am – 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday, June 11 • 8 am – Noon
Where will IDDBA 2025 be and how/when can I sign up?
The 2025 exhibit application will be available online by June 1 and at booth 3529:
  • Saturday, June 8 • Noon – 4:30 pm
  • Sunday, June 9 • 11 am– 5:30 pm
  • Monday, June 10 • 11 am– 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday, June 11 • 8 am – Noon

Visit New Orleans & Company at booth 3634 to learn more about this exciting and diverse destination!

 
What am I going to wear?

Business casual is appropriate for all events.

Where can I park?

View parking information.

 
Nursing/Lactation Room
  • Mamava Pod located on Level 3 adjacent to the 370/380 pre-function area
Where is the First Aid located?
  • In lobby Hall A and E.
 
IDDBA Values Your Privacy and Security!

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) takes pride in connecting buyers and sellers of product throughout the industry. For over 50 years, we have done so through our flagship event. Every exhibiting company and attendee make it possible for us to bring you the experience you expect.
 
Your privacy is important to us. IDDBA does not sell attendee lists with your information. Each year the number of scam emails grows offering our list of attendees. Please do not open or reply to these. If you ever have questions about whether the email is of IDDBA origin, you can email us at iddba@iddba.org or call at  608-310-5000.
 
As a reminder, IDDBA’s official hotel partner is OnPeak, and IDDBA will never call and ask for a credit payment by phone.

IDDBA 2024 Houston Logo Gear

Members can even add their company logo. Even more exciting is that proceeds will be dedicated to the Growing the Future scholarship fund. Be sure to check it out.

What's the official hashtag?

Join the conversation and use #IDDBA2024 in your posts! They could even show up on our social wall. And pssst, have you followed us on Twitter? Find us @myIDDBA today!