NCGA Annual Convention
The 2025 NCGA Annual Convention will be held on January 8 - 11, 2025 at the Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown in Austin, TX!
Travel Information
Accommodations
The 2025 NCGA Annual Convention will be held on January 8 - 11, 2025 at the Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown! NCGA has reserved a block of rooms at the discounted rate of $189/night (plus tax and fees) from January 7 - 12, 2025.
To reserve a room in the NCGA block, click here.
The deadline to reserve a room in the NCGA room block is December 17, 2024.
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The 2025 NCGA Annual Convention will be held on January 8 - 11, 2025 at the Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown! NCGA has reserved a block of rooms at the discounted rate of $189/night (plus tax and fees) from January 7 - 12, 2025.
To reserve a room in the NCGA block, click here.
The deadline to reserve a room in the NCGA room block is December 17, 2024.
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Schedule
The tentative schedule is now available! See below, or click here to download.
Tours & Dinners
Tours
Music History Tour
January 9th (10AM - 12:30PM) | $130 additional
Discover Austin’s musical heritage and what makes it the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin’s live music tradition is unrivaled just about anywhere on earth, and the Music History of Austin tour uncovers the history behind the hype. We’ll weave around town visiting key heritage neighborhoods and musical sites, starting at 6th Street, the epicenter of today’s nightlife scene, and then going back in time to where it all started in the 1800’s at Scholz Biergarten. We’ll trace our steps through the historic Victory Grill, the Armadillo World Headquarters, Saxon Pub and the Moody Theater, home to ACL Live. Hear about Austin legends such as Willie Nelson, Janis Joplin, Stevie Ray Vaughan and modern day local celebrities such as Bob Schneider, Malford Milligan and Guy Forsyth.
January 10th (10AM - 2PM) | $175 additional
The essential Central Texas tour! We start with a city overview, showing you all the major landmarks, and then leave the tourist areas for the “real” Austin where you’ll see hidden gems only a local would know about. Hear about the lifestyle, food, music, and history while zipping around the city’s best areas. Then we’ll head for the hills, literally, as we wind through the beautiful Hill Country. Wildflowers and wineries dot the landscape and you feel as if you’ve entered a different world. Finally, we’ll arrive at the most famous BBQ pit in Central Texas – The Salt Lick. You’ll experience why 2,000 people a day flock here to indulge on famous brisket and out of this world sides.
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill (303 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701)
January 9th (6PM - 9PM) | Included in Registration | Website
Micheladas Café y Cantina (504 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701)
January 10th (6PM - 9PM) | Included in Registration | Website
General Session at Hotel (Rio Grande B Room)
January 11th (7PM - 9PM) | Included in Registration
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Music History Tour
January 9th (10AM - 12:30PM) | $130 additional
Discover Austin’s musical heritage and what makes it the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin’s live music tradition is unrivaled just about anywhere on earth, and the Music History of Austin tour uncovers the history behind the hype. We’ll weave around town visiting key heritage neighborhoods and musical sites, starting at 6th Street, the epicenter of today’s nightlife scene, and then going back in time to where it all started in the 1800’s at Scholz Biergarten. We’ll trace our steps through the historic Victory Grill, the Armadillo World Headquarters, Saxon Pub and the Moody Theater, home to ACL Live. Hear about Austin legends such as Willie Nelson, Janis Joplin, Stevie Ray Vaughan and modern day local celebrities such as Bob Schneider, Malford Milligan and Guy Forsyth.
- Includes: Professional guide, transportation, (1) drink per person at an iconic music venue. Note: This tour does not include live music.
January 10th (10AM - 2PM) | $175 additional
The essential Central Texas tour! We start with a city overview, showing you all the major landmarks, and then leave the tourist areas for the “real” Austin where you’ll see hidden gems only a local would know about. Hear about the lifestyle, food, music, and history while zipping around the city’s best areas. Then we’ll head for the hills, literally, as we wind through the beautiful Hill Country. Wildflowers and wineries dot the landscape and you feel as if you’ve entered a different world. Finally, we’ll arrive at the most famous BBQ pit in Central Texas – The Salt Lick. You’ll experience why 2,000 people a day flock here to indulge on famous brisket and out of this world sides.
- Includes: Professional guide, transportation, city tour, lunch at The Salt Lick.
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill (303 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701)
January 9th (6PM - 9PM) | Included in Registration | Website
Micheladas Café y Cantina (504 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701)
January 10th (6PM - 9PM) | Included in Registration | Website
General Session at Hotel (Rio Grande B Room)
January 11th (7PM - 9PM) | Included in Registration
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Sponsorship
NCGA is seeking sponsors for our Hospitality Suite. You can sign up for a sponsorship during registration. We appreciate your support!
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Registration
Registration is now open!
Rates:
Adult: $295
Child (5-12 years): $50
Reminder: In order to register, you must login to your NCGA member account.
Rates:
Adult: $295
Child (5-12 years): $50
Reminder: In order to register, you must login to your NCGA member account.
To view the current list of attendees, click here and scroll down to the "Attendees" section.
