CONFLUENCE

2027 SGCI Biennial Conference

Getting to Pittsburgh

Hotel + Lodging Options

Transportation + Getting Around

Venues + Locations + Maps

Pittsburgh Points of Interest

Pittsburgh will serve as the host city for Confluence, offering attendees a rich setting shaped by bridges, rivers, neighborhoods, museums, universities, artist communities, and a long history of making. As you plan your conference travel, this page will gather information about getting to the city, finding a place to stay, moving between venues, and exploring Pittsburgh before, during, and after the conference. Hotel details, maps, transportation guidance, and local recommendations will be added as planning continues.

Visit at a Glance

Dates

October 13 – 17, 2027

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Airport

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

Transit

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT): bus, light rail, inclines

Hotels

information coming soon

Getting to Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is served by Pittsburgh International Airport, with ground transportation options that include public transit, taxi, rideshare, rental cars, and other services. Attendees traveling by air can use the airport as the primary arrival point, while those coming from nearby cities may also consider train, bus, or driving options. Many of the conference events will take place in the Oakland neighborhood, which contains the conference hotels, museums, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Pittsburgh. As conference venues, hotel blocks, and event locations are confirmed, this section will be updated with more specific arrival guidance, recommended routes, parking information, and travel tips for getting to Confluence
By Air

Pittsburgh International Airport will be the main airport for most attendees.
From the Airport

Public transit, taxis, rideshare, rental cars, and hotel transportation if available.
By Public Transit

Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s 28X Airport Flyer connects the airport with Downtown and Oakland. It departs from the airport about every 30 minutes, and vehicles are wheelchair accessible.
By Train

Amtrak’s Pennsylvanian and Floridian lines serve the region.

By Bus

Intercity bus service is available through Pittsburgh’s Intermodal Station.

By Automobile

Parking and venue-specific driving guidance will be added once locations are finalized.

Hotels + Lodging

Conference hotel blocks, negotiated rates, and booking links will be available soon. Check back for updates on recommended hotels near the conference and in nearby neighborhoods, as well as information about other alternative lodging options. 

Getting Around

Pittsburgh offers several ways to move between neighborhoods, venues, hotels, museums, and gathering spaces during Confluence. As conference locations are confirmed, we will share more specific guidance for public transit, walking routes, parking, rideshare, and accessible travel between event sites. Attendees are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra time between sessions, and check this page for updated maps and transportation recommendations closer to the conference.

Public Transit

Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses, light rail, and inclines serve the city and surrounding areas.

Walking

Venue-to-venue walking suggestions will be added once conference locations are finalized.

Biking

Pedal and e-assist bike share is available through POGOH, and BikePGH offers local biking information to help attendees navigate the city by bike.

Rideshare + Taxi

Rideshare and taxi services are available throughout Pittsburgh, with more specific guidance coming as venues are confirmed.

Parking

Venue-specific parking information will be added as conference locations, hotels, and event sites are finalized.

Maps + Venues

Detailed venue information will be added as planning progresses. Check back before the conference to find out where everything is and how to get there.

Explore Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh’s arts and cultural scene is as dynamic as its landscape. While conference details are still taking shape, start planning time to explore the museums, cultural institutions, and neighborhoods that make Pittsburgh so special.

You can also explore several highlights that Visit Pittsburgh, the official tourism site, has to offer.

Neighborhoods + Boroughs

Get to know the neighborhoods and boroughs surrounding conference venues and hotels, along with the local gathering spaces.

Museums + Galleries

Explore Pittsburgh’s museums, galleries, and cultural institutions before, during, and after the conference.

Local Arts + Culture

Learn more about Pittsburgh’s print-related spaces, artist-run spaces, arts community, public programs, and cultural events.

Regional + Nearly Local

Useful for those coming early or staying late, there are several regional spaces to explore.

  • The Westmoreland Museum of American Art
  • Meadowcroft Rockshelter + Historic Village
  • Polymath Park
  • Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
  • Touchstone Center for Crafts
  • Kentuck Knob
  • Fallingwater

Rivers + Greenspaces + Views

Experience the bridges, overlooks, trails, inclines, and riverfront spaces that shape Pittsburgh’s landscape. 

Visit at a Glance

Dates

October 13 – 17, 2027

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Airport

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

Transit

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT): bus, light rail, inclines

Hotels

information coming soon