KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Hotel Information
Host Hotel
Sheraton Dallas Hotel
400 Olive Street
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 922-8000
If you need to make any adjustments to your hotel reservation, please call (214) 922-8000. Marriott rewards (Bonvoy) members can take advantage of the express check-in through the Marriott mobile app. For more information, click here.
Overflow Hotel Block
Dallas Marriott Downtown
650 N Pearl Street
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 979-9000
The Marriott Downtown is located diagonally across the street from the Sheraton and connected by a skywalk accessible from the 2nd floor of both properties.
Registration & Check-In
On-Site Conference Registration Check-In Hours (Lone Star Preconvene)
Mon, June 10th 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tue, June 11th 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed, June 12th 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu, June 13th 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Conference Registration is in the Lone Star Preconvene space on the second floor of the Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center.
Transportation & Parking
Local Airports
• Dallas Love Field Airport is 6 miles from the Sheraton Dallas Hotel and Dallas Marriott Downtown.
• Dallas Fort Worth Airport is 19 miles from the Sheraton Dallas Hotel and Dallas Marriott Downtown.
Parking
Daily on-site self-parking for guests staying at the Sheraton within the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America group block will be discounted to $17.
Daily valet parking will be $50.
Ground Transportation
Ride share services, including traditional taxis are available at Dallas Love Field and Dallas Fort Worth airports. The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Light Rail is also available from both airports.
Visit the Visit Dallas website for more information on getting to and around Dallas.
Conference Events & Locations
Mobile App
Valuable information, including all schedules, speakers, and maps are included in this year’s conference app. A printed program book will not be included, so please use the app to help you navigate each day. Be sure to keep the “alert and notifications” feature on as reminders will be sent out throughout the conference of important events. Download here!
Conference Maps
View the conference map to locate all conference sessions, events, and activities:
ExHibit Hall - Big Village
The BIG Village is located in Lone Star Preconvene on the second floor of the Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center. In addition to our Exhibitors, the BIG Village will feature Registration, Little Big Chats, DJ Booth, and more interactive surprises. All breakfasts and breaks will be held in the BIG Village.
Other Reminders
Attire
Attire is business casual. Attendees will be given two conference T-shirts in their registration swag bag. Attire for evening events is business evening/cocktail.
Meals
Registered attendees can expect the following meals and receptions:
• Breakfast on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings.
• Lunch on Tuesday and Thursday.
• Light hors d'oeuvres on Monday evening.
• Hors d'oeuvres and stations on Wednesday evening.
• Plated dinner on Thursday evening.
• Daily coffee breaks.
Social & Virtual Collaboration
Be sure to use #BIGGERTOGETHER on your social media posts and share your photos, insights, and inspirations throughout the week.
Nursing & Family Room
Please visit the registration desk in Lone Star Preconvene for assistance.
Awards Pickup
All awards will be available for pick after each ceremony at the Swag & More station in the Skyline (refer to the conference map for directions).
Explore Dallas
If you wish to explore Dallas during your downtime, check out the top things to do here and explore deals and discounts on local restaurants and attractions here.