FAQ

What are the dates for PCB WEST 2027?

Exhibition: Wednesday, September 15, 2027
Technical Conference: Sept. 14 – Sept. 17, 2027

General:

How do I get to the Santa Clara Convention Center?

For driving directions, click here.

Is parking free?

Parking is free at the Santa Clara Convention Center.

I have a registration question. Who can help me?

For registration customer service, contact pcbshows@pcea.net.

How many days is the conference?

The PCB West technical conference lasts four days.  It begins on Tuesday, September 14 and ends on Friday, September 17. CPCD Training class begins Monday, September 13 and ends Friday, September 17. 

What are the exhibit hours?

The exhibits are open one day only: Wednesday, September 15, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Can students or unemployed visitors attain free passes to the technical conference?

No, we do not offer free passes to the technical conference.

Can I bring my significant other?

Family members, above the age of 18, may attend the free exhibits, but they must register for a free exhibits pass.

Can I bring my child? 

Children under the age of 18 are NOT permitted at any PCB West functions.

Where do I pick up my badge?

All preregistered badges will be ready for pickup at the registration counters located in the Mission City Lobby.  You may not pick up your exhibits-only badge before Wednesday, September 15.

Where do I stay?

The official show hotel is the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara.

Please note: Large conferences and events often become targets for companies seeking to take advantage of the attendees. Some of our attendees have reported bring contacted by third party companies for a number of reasons including hotel reservations.

These third-party companies create websites and email solicitations offering special discounted hotel rooms for other associations’ meetings. They use web domain names and email addresses that look similar to the official versions for the conference. Often, these discounted rooms do not exist. The primary objective of this solicitation is to obtain your credit card information.

Be aware that unauthorized third parties (they operate under names such as Exhibitors Housing Management, Convention Housing Experts, and Convention Experts, among others) will attempt to offer accommodations at non-show hotels, or at rates or terms different than the show rates — and often with onerous cancellation fees. They are not affiliated with PCEA or PCB West and should be avoided.

Who do I contact for more information?