Know Before You Go

On behalf of the Drupal Association, we’re excited to welcome you to Seattle, DrupalCon, and the Washington State Convention Center. Your week will be packed with opportunities to learn, network, collaborate, and most importantly, have fun... Drupal style!

To add some listening enjoyment to your travels, download the Drupal Seattle Spotify playlist by Kanopi Studios.

We extend a special thank you to our sponsors and partners. We would not be able to host the conference without their generous support; be sure to view the Exhibitors and the exhibit hall floor plan in advance to map out your in-person rounds. Keep checking this link, as well, for the constantly updating social events.

 

HELPFUL INFORMATION
 

DrupalCon Venue

Washington State Convention Center (View on Google Maps)
705 Pike Street, Seattle, WA

 

Group Hotels

 

Convention Center WiFi Access

We’ll have complimentary WiFi all week onsite for DrupalCon participants:
Network: DrupalCon Seattle     SSID: Seattle2019

 

Registration

All attendees must wear an official conference badge to gain access into any conference events.
The badge is also required at many offsite social events, and can also get you Seattle discounts. 

 

Builder and Agency Leadership Track Registration  

Atrium Lobby, Level 4 (top of main escalator)

We strongly recommend picking up your badge Sunday afternoon to avoid crowds on Monday and Tuesday mornings.

Date Open Hours
Sunday, April 7 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Monday, April 8 7:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday, April 9 7:00am – 7:00pm
Wednesday, April 10 7:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday, April 11 7:30am – 5:00pm

 

Content & Digital Marketing Track Registration

Lobby, Level 2

Date Open Hours
Tuesday, April 9 7:00am - 11:00am
Wednesday, April 10 8:00am - 5:30pm 
Thursday, April 11** 7:30am - 5:00pm 

**Registration on Thursday will be in the Atrium Lobby, Level 4.

 

Easy Ways to Reduce Your Environmental Impact

Eliminate the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by bringing your own reusable water bottle (or coffee mugs) and refilling it at stations located throughout the Convention Center.

 Reduce your personal carbon footprint by walking or taking public transportation whenever possible.

 Use the bins onsite to ensure items are recycled and reduce the waste sent to landfills.

 Reduce your water consumption by limiting shower time and reusing your hotel towel.

 

Time Zone

Seattle, Washington is located in Pacific Daylight Time (GMT-7).

 

Electrical Access

North American power outlets provide 120 volts at 60 Hz.

 

What to Pack

We recommend you dress in layers as temperatures in meeting rooms can vary.
Seattle’s spring weather can be temperamental, so be prepared for a variety of weather. We also suggest you wear comfortable shoes. There is a coat check onsite as well.

Please be sure to carry a government-issued photo ID! Your identification will be required at various conference activities.

 

Weather

April is a wonderful time to visit Seattle. The average high temperature is 65ºF/18.3ºC with a low of 50ºF/10ºC. Rain is common in Seattle, so please come prepared.
For details, view the 10-day weather forecast.

 

Travel Options to the Washington State Convention Center

We encourage attendees to use the public transportation system, Sound Transit, when possible.

Light Rail - Recommended from Seattle International Airport to Convention Center

Cost: $2.25 - $3.25

Estimated time: 38 minutes

  • Walk from Baggage Claim to SeaTac/Airport Station

  • From baggage claim go up one floor and cross the skybridge to the parking garage. Turn left.

  • Keep left and watch for the Link light rail signs leading to the station (0.3 mi)

  • Take Sound Transit Link light rail to University of Washington Station

  • Depart the light rail at Westlake Station

  • Walk .2 miles to the Convention Center.

For driving directions and parking information, please visit the Convention Center website.

 

Programs By track

 

Presentation Archiving

Select sessions will be archived on the Drupal Association’s YouTube channel.

 

What to Do in Seattle

DrupalCon drops you in the heart of the city! We know you’ll spend the bulk of your time at the Washington State Conference Center, but not far beyond its doors, Seattle’s outstanding icons await; as well as places to eat, cultural experiences, greenspace, and so much more. See our Seattle suggestions.

Be sure to bring along your DrupalCon badge, as it can get you special Seattle deals and discounts thanks to our friends at Visit Seattle!

 

Social Media

Enthusiasm is contagious! Please use the official social media hashtags to share your conference experience: #DrupalCon and #DrupalContribution

 

While You’re Away

For your convenience, we’ve provided a sample out of office message you’re welcome to use:

I'm out of the office attending the DrupalCon Seattle 2019 along with 3,000 other members of my Drupal family in the Emerald City—Seattle, Washington. Drupalers will share knowledge, network, and talk candidly about our greatest challenges, triumphs, and strategic ways to move the project forward. Check out the website to learn and get inspired: https://events.drupal.org/seattle2019/

 

Code of Conduct

DrupalCon is dedicated to a safe, inclusive, welcoming, and harassment-free conference experience for everyone. All attendees, speakers, trainers, sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and event staff at DrupalCon are required to abide by the DrupalCon Code of Conduct at the conference and at social or other events hosted or sponsored by DrupalCon sponsors. We encourage all attendees to review the code of conduct prior to arrival onsite.

 

Need Help?

If you have a harassment concern, or to report a Code of Conduct violation, notify the event staff or contact us at conduct@association.drupal.org.
If you need help resolving a conflict, contact the Drupal Community Working Group: drupal-cwg@drupal.org.

 

Disclaimer

DrupalCon reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any conference event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. DrupalCon may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by DrupalCon, including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, emails, television, websites, etc.

Have questions? Please contact Support at: support@association.drupal.org or stop by the help desk in the Atrium Lobby near registration.

See you in Seattle!