Get familiar with the UC Tech 2026 venues and parking before the show begins.
UC Merced
Welcome Reception Venue
Wednesday, July 8, will be the evening Welcome Reception at the Social Justice Plaza.
Primary Conference Venue
Thursday and Friday, July 9-10, will be held on the northside of campus, which includes The Lantern for registration check-in and Classroom and Office Building 1 (COB1) for main events.
Campus Parking
Parking is provided at no-cost in the North Bowl II Parking Lot only from Wednesday to Friday, July 8-10.
Downtown Merced
Awards Ceremony Venue
The evening Awards Ceremony on Thursday, July 9, will be held in downtown Merced at the Merced Theatre.
Downtown Parking
Free parking is available for the Awards Ceremony behind the Merced Theatre in the Lot on MLK and 18th, or on surrounding streets.
Wayfinding
See the custom Google Maps below for venues, parking, bathrooms, and utilities.