ASTC 2026 Annual Conference
September 16–19, 2026 Phoenix, Arizona
Travel and Host Information
We are excited and honored to have Arizona Science Center as the official host for ASTC 2026. Located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center is home to the Dorrance DOME—one of the most advanced digital domes in the world—where immersive astronomy shows, live performances, and community events bring art, science, and culture together beneath a dazzling 60-foot display.
Beyond the Dorrance DOME, the Science Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, a five-story giant-screen theater, live demonstrations, traveling exhibitions, and dynamic STEM programs for all ages. Offerings include Science on Wheels, CAMP INNOVATION, teen initiatives, professional development workshops, and Adults’ Night Out: Science With A TWIST. Whether onsite or at your location, the Center delivers unforgettable, hands-on STEM learning experiences.
Flights
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Local Transit
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ASTC is pleased to offer access to discounted hotel accommodations for the ASTC 2026 Annual Conference. ASTC has contracts with two hotels within close proximity to the Phoenix Convention Center. We strongly encourage you to book as part of the conference room block to take advantage of these savings. Please see the hotel information page for details about conference hotels and to book your stay.