Discover details about badge pick up and registration hours, lost and found, food services, and other information designed to help create a positive and easy onsite experience.
SPIE believes that individuals with significant caregiving responsibilities should have an equal opportunity to share their research and participate in conferences and symposia.
SPIE Family Care Grants are designed to supplement caregiving costs incurred by SPIE Early Career Members who are registered to attend an SPIE meeting. See hotel details in the reservation system to find hotels that offer onsite childcare.
There are three locations for registration at Moscone Center. Please note the different days and times each location is available for service.
| Date | Locations | Open |
| Friday 24 January | South Lobby | 4:00 PM–7:00 PM |
| Saturday 25 January | North Lobby and South Lobby | 7:15 AM–5:00 PM |
| Sunday 26 January | North Lobby, South Lobby, and West Lobby | 7:30 AM–5:00 PM |
| Monday 27 January | North Lobby, South Lobby, and West Lobby | 7:30 AM–5:00 PM |
| Tuesday 28 January | North Lobby, South Lobby, and West Lobby | 7:30 AM–5:00 PM |
| Wednesday 29 January | North Lobby, South Lobby, and West Lobby | 7:45 AM–5:00 PM |
| Thursday 30 January | South Lobby | 7:45 AM–4:00 PM |
| West Lobby | 7:45 AM–2:00 PM |
SPIE Cashier
Registration payments
If you are planning to register onsite, please do so at the “Need to Register” laptop station.
If you have already registered and wish to add a course, workshop, or special event, you may do this online by signing into your SPIE account.
Receipt and Certificate of Participation
Preregistered attendees who need an SPIE-stamped receipt or attendees who need a Certificate of Participation may obtain those at the Cashier.
Badge Corrections
Speaker Check-In and Preview Station
Location: Moscone South, Upper Mezzanine Overlook (Saturday - Thursday)
Location: Moscone West, Level 2 Lobby (Sunday - Thursday)
Open during Registration hours
All speakers must stop at Speaker Check-In to upload and preview their slide presentation files at least two hours before their scheduled session or the day before if you present in the first session. Speakers are not able to present using their own devices. All conference rooms have a laptop, projector, screen, lapel microphone, and laser pointer.
Internet access
Locations: Moscone Center, North, South, West
Complimentary wireless internet access is available throughout Moscone Center North, South, and West buildings, including the exhibition halls.
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SPIE Conference and Exhibition App
Location: Moscone Center, Exhibition Level, Hall D entrance
SPIE App developers will be onsite to answer any questions on its use or navigation and how to get the best user experience. We welcome your feedback.
Search and browse the program, special events, participants, exhibitors, courses, and more. Build your personalized schedule and sync with the online MySchedule tool. Free Conference App available for iPhone and Android phones. Information about restaurants and food options also available on the App. If you have questions, visit the App Desk.
SPIE Bookstore
Location: Moscone Center North Lower Lobby, Exhibition Level
Saturday–Wednesday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Stop by the SPIE Bookstore to browse the latest SPIE Press Books, proceedings, and educational materials. While there, get a t-shirt or educational toy to bring home to the family. Credit and debit cards only will be accepted; no cash.
SPIE Course Materials
Moscone Center, South Lobby
Open Friday - Thursday, during registration hours
Browse course offerings or learn more about SPIE courses available in portable formats, such as online and private group training.
SPIE Press Room
Open during registration hours
For registered press only. The Press Room provides meeting space, refreshments, access to exhibitor press releases, and Internet connections. Press are urged to register before the meeting by emailing name, contact information, and name of publication to media@spie.org. Preregistration closes approximately 10 days before the start of the event.
SPIE luggage and coat check
Location: Moscone Center, North Lobby
Saturday- Thursday, open during registration hours
Copy services available near Moscone Center
Check with your hotel about FedEx operational hours.
FedEx Office Print and Ship Center
55 Fourth St
San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone: +1 415.369.9928
City Copy Print Center
837 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone: +1 415.757.0673
Child care services
Sitters Unlimited
San Francisco Bay Area
408.452.0225
Rachael Osorio
Email: info@bayareasittersunlimited.com
www.bayareasittersunlimited.com
Note: SPIE does not imply an endorsement or recommendation of these services. They are provided on an "information only" basis for your further analysis and decision. Other services may be available.
Did you know SPIE offers Family Care Grants to SPIE members? Click for more information about deadlines and how to apply.
Mothers’ Lounge
Moscone Center, North and South Lobbies
Open during registration hours
The Mothers' Lounge is a lockable room intended for nursing mothers. There is no storage, running water, or refrigeration available in this space.
Quiet Room
Location: Moscone Center, North Lobby, Level 1, Room 115
Open during registration hours
The Quiet Room is intended for silent meditation, reflection, or prayer. No mobile devices, computer use, and food or beverages allowed.
Gender inclusive restrooms
Two locations: Moscone Center, North Lower Lobby (Exhibit Level) and West Level 2
Urgent message line
Lost and found
Location: Moscone Center, South Lobby, Cashier
Open during registration hours
Found items will be kept at SPIE Cashier in the Registration area during the meeting and available only during registration hours. At the end of the meeting, all found items will be turned over to the Moscone Security Control 415.974.4021.
Food and beverage services
Coffee breaks
Location: Moscone Center, near conference rooms and within the exhibit halls when open
Complimentary coffee daily
7:00 AM–4:00 PM
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Food and refreshments for purchase
Moscone Center, various locations Saturday–Thursday
There is a variety of food and drink options, including hot and cold snacks, espresso, beverages, hot entrees, deli sandwiches, salads, and pastries available for purchase. Credit card payments only.
San Francisco restaurants and city information
Moscone Center, South Lobby
The San Francisco Travel Association will have visitor’s guides and maps available. The association sells the San Francisco CityPASS, Muni 1-, 3- and 7-Day Pass-ports, cable car tickets, the Explorer Pass, Muni maps and hop-on-hop-off bus tickets. Staff are available to discuss city information including tips on local restaurants, the city’s many attractions, sightseeing suggestions and transit information.
See a list of area restaurants, with hours: San Francisco restaurants
Food and refreshments for purchase
Moscone Center, various locations Saturday–Thursday
There is a variety of food and drink options, including hot and cold snacks, espresso, beverages, hot entrees, deli sandwiches, salads, and pastries available for purchase. Credit cards payments only.
Food Outlet Locations and Menu Highlights
South Upper Lobby
Sat 7:30 AM–1:30 PM
Sun-Wed 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Thurs 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
M Coffee: Espresso, specialty coffee.
North Lower Lobby, near Hall F entrance
Sat-Sun 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Mon 7:30 AM–1:30 PM
Tue-Wed 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thurs 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
North Side Espresso: Espresso, specialty coffee and crepes.
Back of Hall F
Tue-Thurs 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Café Savor: soups and sandwiches.
San Francisco restaurants and city information
Moscone Center, South Lobby
The San Francisco Travel Association will have visitor’s guides and maps available. The association sells the San Francisco CityPASS, Muni 1-, 3- and 7-Day Pass-ports, cable car tickets, the Explorer Pass, Muni maps and hop-on-hop-off bus tickets. Staff are available to discuss city information including tips on local restaurants, the city’s many attractions, sightseeing suggestions and transit information.
See a list of area restaurants, with hours: San Francisco restaurants
