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Conference guide · Orlando

Where to go during IAAPA Expo 2026.

The attractions industry's main trade show, with more than 1,100 exhibiting companies at the Orange County Convention Center.

Nov 16–20, 2026Orange County Convention CenterDates source ↗

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Our advice: book now. Private rooms are already filling up.

What's around Orange County Convention Center

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Group dinner$$$

Fiorenzo

Hyatt Regency · 9801 International Drive

Italian steakhouse inside the Hyatt Regency, connected to the convention center, with a wood-fired oven and private dining rooms for 20 to 200.

Team dinnerNear OCCC
Fits
Private dining rooms for 20 to 200 (OpenTable); groups of 13 or more book by phone on 407.345.4565
Cost
$70–120 per person (est.)
Dietary
Gluten-free, Vegan
Tip
No car needed if you're staying at the Hyatt.
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Client dinner$$$$

The Capital Grille

9101 International Drive

Classic steakhouse with private rooms for 12 to 36 and an enclosed terrace for 90, near the convention center.

Client dinnerPrivate room
Fits
Board Room for 12, Orlando Room for 28, Wine Room for 36; enclosed terrace for 90
Cost
$120+ per person (est.)
Walk
About 10 min from the convention centre
Tip
The 12-seat Board Room suits executive dinners.
Website ↗Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 22, 2026
Client dinner$$$$

Ocean Prime

7339 W Sand Lake Rd

Steak and seafood on Restaurant Row with private rooms in several sizes.

Client dinnerPrivate room
Fits
Seven private rooms seat 12 to 60; Rialto rooms combined take 60 seated or 80 standing
Cost
$120+ per person (est.)
Tip
Restaurant Row is about 10 minutes by car from the convention center. Business casual dress.
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Group dinner$$

Cooper's Hawk Winery

8005 International Drive

Winery restaurant with a broad menu and a private space for larger teams.

Team dinnerEasy pick
Fits
Private Party Room and Winery Room; Visit Orlando lists the party room for up to 50
Cost
$40–70 per person (est.)
Dietary
Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Tip
The tasting room takes walk-ins only, so arrive early for a tasting before dinner.
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Activity$$

The Escape Game Orlando

Convention district

Hour-long escape rooms near the convention center. Book several rooms and compare times.

CollaborativeCompetitive
Fits
Rooms of 2 to 8; several rooms at once for bigger groups, or a full buyout for 81 or more
Cost
About $44 per person
Tip
Group packages run $38 to $44 a person depending on size; ask about a full buyout.

Common questions about IAAPA Expo 2026

Where can we take clients to dinner near Orange County Convention Center during IAAPA Expo 2026?

Fiorenzo (Hyatt Regency): Private dining rooms for 20 to 200 (OpenTable); groups of 13 or more book by phone on 407.345.4565. The Capital Grille (9101 International Drive): Board Room for 12, Orlando Room for 28, Wine Room for 36; enclosed terrace for 90. Ocean Prime (7339 W Sand Lake Rd): Seven private rooms seat 12 to 60; Rialto rooms combined take 60 seated or 80 standing. Cooper's Hawk Winery (8005 International Drive): Private Party Room and Winery Room; Visit Orlando lists the party room for up to 50.

What can a group do in Orlando after IAAPA Expo 2026 sessions?

The Escape Game Orlando: Hour-long escape rooms near the convention center. Book several rooms and compare times.

When should we book group dinners for IAAPA Expo 2026?

IAAPA Expo 2026 runs Nov 16–20, 2026 at Orange County Convention Center. Book now: private rooms near the venue are already filling up for show week.

Can I plan my whole IAAPA Expo 2026 trip in one place?

Yes. The Off the Clock trip planner builds a day-by-day agenda for IAAPA Expo 2026 with dinners, activities, shows and your own flights and meetings, and you can share it with your group or print it.

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