General Conference Information

Vancouver Convention Centre
1055 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3, Canada

The future of computer graphics and interactive techniques awaits you at the SIGGRAPH 2025 Exhibition, where you’ll connect and engage with an elite audience of academic and industry experts, and gain direct access to global leaders in innovation, digital art, visual effects, new realities, artificial intelligence, research, and more. Visit the Exhibition during SIGGRAPH 2025, and look forward to the exciting experiences that await you.

• Tuesday, 12 August, 10 am–5 pm
• Wednesday, 13 August, 10 am–5 pm
• Thursday, 14 August, 10 am–3 pm

The SIGGRAPH 2025 Experience Hall opens on Monday, 11 August. Plan your trip to ensure you arrive in Vancouver when conference programming and events begin on Sunday, 10 August, and get ready to interact with the Art Gallery, Emerging Technologies, Immersive Pavilion, Labs, and Spatial Storytelling 11–14 August.

• Monday, 11 August, 10:30 am–5 pm
• Tuesday, 12 August, 10 am–5 pm
• Wednesday, 13 August, 10 am–5 pm
• Thursday, 14 August, 10 am–3 pm

The Vancouver Convention Centre is committed to providing all guests a safe and enjoyable experience. Learn more about services available to visitors here.

From the design of the double LEED® Platinum certified facility and the use of the latest green technologies to the adoption of green operating practices, the Vancouver Convention Centre is committed to being as environmentally sustainable as possible. Learn more about its sustainability practices and initiatives here.

For child care needs, parents should contact local Vancouver agencies, and hotels should be able to provide recommendations. If your future computer graphics whiz is tagging along to SIGGRAPH with you, please review registration requirements for minors in the Registration Pricing, Information, and Policies section of the registration webpage.

Registration Requirements for Minors
Visit the SIGGRAPH 2025 registration webpage for details about registration for minors.

Lost Children
Unattended and lost children are to be taken to the conference management office until parents/guardians can be located. Conference management staff will notify SIGGRAPH 2025 security and instruct them to advise their staff with respect to the discovered child, as parents will probably approach security personnel with inquiries.

Disclaimer
Please be aware that parts of the conference may contain adult content, graphic images, or violence.

If you have questions for conference management/administration, registration, the media office, Mobile and Virtual Access Support, hotel accommodations, exhibition management, or a specific program, please reach out via the contact information provided here.

SIGGRAPH 2025 is proud to be a Special Interest Group within the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).

Driving to SIGGRAPH 2025? Bookmark this page to learn more about parking at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

We encourage you to explore other convenient and sustainable transportation options for getting to the Vancouver Convention Centre, including walking, biking, water transit, or public transportation.

There are plenty of food options near the Vancouver Convention Centre, with several options across the street from the Vancouver Convention Centre East and West buildings at the Waterfront Food Court (below the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel). As we approach SIGGRAPH 2025, check back here for more details.

SIGGRAPH 2025 offers complimentary Wi-Fi for conference attendees. More information will be shared as we approach the conference.

SIGGRAPH 2025 encourages photography, recording, and sharing many of the conference programs. As we approach the conference, check back here for a list of programs that encourage and prohibit photography and recording.

The Vancouver Convention Centre offers limited availability to a device charging station. It is located in the Burrard Lobby in the West Building.

SIGGRAPH 2025 reserves quiet room space, available for prayer, sensory sensitive individuals, or other needs. As we approach the conference, check back here for room location.

SIGGRAPH 2025 acknowledges that the land we are visiting is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are thankful for the opportunity to interact and learn against the backdrop of this landscape.

Learn more about Vancouver’s history on the City of Vancouver website.

Destination Vancouver created a landing page to help SIGGRAPH 2025 attendees make the most a trip to Vancouver, complete with recommendations for things to do, helpful tips, and what to explore. Discover more.

SIGGRAPH 2025 takes place during Vancouver’s summer, where temperatures are warm and the sun shines through the evening. Expect temperatures over 20°C or 68°F.

The Canadian dollar (CAD) is the official currency. Currency can be exchanged at banks, credit unions, and foreign exchange brokers. The Vancouver Convention Centre recommends having local currency on hand before arriving.

Vancouver operates in the Pacific Time Zone, or “PDT” during SIGGRAPH 2025.

Canada has two official languages: English and French. In Vancouver, English is predominantly spoken, but multilingual staff is often available at major tourism and business locations.

Whether SIGGRAPH 2025 is your first visit to Vancouver or you are a local or frequent traveler, check out the Vancouver Convention Centre website for more helpful tips and information.