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Standard Admission (13+) $150 · VIP Admission $300 · Kids (3–12) $100 (under 3 free with a paid adult) · Gala Night Only $125 Standard / $175 VIP · VIP Tables $2,000 (seats 6) / $2,500 (seats 8). Buy on the registration page — tickets are sold through Zeffy, so 100% of your payment goes to INC-USA.

Yes — add each adult (Standard or VIP) and each child (Kids Admission, ages 3–12) to a single Zeffy order and enter each attendee's name and dietary needs at checkout. Kids get meals throughout the convention, kids' activities, and Gala Dinner seating in the kids' section.

Tickets are non-refundable this close to the event but are transferable to another attendee — email info@itsekirinationalcongress.org with the new attendee's details before Friday, September 4.

SFO (San Francisco International) is best — closest to the hotel with a free 24/7 shuttle. OAK (Oakland) and SJC (San Jose) are also viable but require 40–60 min by BART or rideshare. See /convention/travel for the full guide.

The INC-USA group-rate block at the SF Airport Marriott Waterfront closed on August 13. Rooms may still be available at the hotel's standard rate — book directly with the hotel. Free 24/7 SFO shuttle, walking trails, and bay views.

If you are unwell within a few days of arrival, email info@itsekirinationalcongress.org. We will work with you on rescheduling and, where possible, issue a transferable credit.

Hotel security and Marriott on-site medical protocols apply. Nearest 24-hour ER: Sutter Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, 1501 Trousdale Dr, Burlingame (7 minutes from the hotel). Pharmacies: Walgreens, 1160 Broadway and CVS, 1871 El Camino Real. In an emergency call 911.

The Marriott Waterfront is fully ADA compliant — all salons, the ballroom, and corridors are step-free. Ask at the Registration Desk or email info@itsekirinationalcongress.org for specific accommodations.

Indicate your need during registration. We will arrange ASL interpretation for plenaries on confirmed need. For breakout-specific needs, email info@itsekirinationalcongress.org by July 15.

Yes — vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, and gluten-free meals are supported at every meal service. Specify when you register. For last-minute changes email info@itsekirinationalcongress.org by August 25.

It is: a three-course plated dinner — salad, your choice of pan-seared chermoula chicken or pan-seared salmon, and chef's dessert. Saturday lunch is a buffet with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Full details on the schedule page.

Traditional attire — Itsekiri regalia strongly encouraged and welcomed. Men: agbada or tuxedo. Women: iro-and-buba with gele or an evening gown. And Friday is Oldies Night — dress like it's the '70s!

Yes — Gala Night Only is $125 (Standard) or $175 (VIP seating near the stage). It covers Saturday evening: red carpet and cocktails, the plated dinner (chicken or salmon), the INC Awards, fundraising, cultural performances, and Edwint live. Daytime sessions are not included.

Kids Admission (ages 3–12) covers meals throughout the convention, kids' activities, and entry to the Gala Dinner with seating in the kids' section. Under-3s are free with a paid adult.

There is no separate childcare service. Kids (3–12) with a Kids Admission are welcome at the Gala with seating in the kids' section; under-3s are free with a paid adult.

Yes. Self-parking is discounted to $18/night for INC-USA convention delegates (down from the standard $48/night). Valet is $34/night. Both are secured 24 hours.

Marriott and INC-USA Transport volunteers will assist mobility-limited attendees between parking and the main lobby during convention hours. Flag down any staff in an INC-USA volunteer vest.