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TEA INSPIRE Week is just around the corner and we hope you are as excited as we are! Before we see you next week, here is some information to make sure you are fully prepared for the INSPIRE experience!
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INSPIRE Week Consists of five, separate ticketed events:
Thursday, 13 March - Friday, 14 March
INSPIRE Conference
✨TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE✨
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Thursday, 13 March, 7:45PM - 10:45PM PST
INSPIRE the Night @ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ at Universal Studios Hollywood
🪄TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE🪄
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Saturday, 15 March, 5:00PM - 11:55PM PST
31st Annual Thea Awards Gala
🏆TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE🏆
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THURSDAY, 13 MARCH
7:00AM - 5:00PM PST: INSPIRE Conference Registration Open
12:00PM - 5:00PM PST: INSPIRE the Night Registration Open
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7:00PM - 8:00PM PST: On-site INSPIRE the Night Registration
Entrance to the park will begin at 8:00 PM PST.
Please come prepared to enter through a security checkpoint.
This event will be held rain or shine - no refunds will be excepted.
Please refer to our refund policy below ⬇️
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FRIDAY, 14 MARCH
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM: INSPIRE Conference Registration Open
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ASK TEA HELP DESK
Help desk operations will be open during conference hours for on-site support.
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TRANSLATION SERVICES AVAILABLE:
TEA will be utilizing the program Wordly for translations services during the event. We will have QR codes onsite and log in codes available onsite. We encourage everyone to bring a set of headphones if you would like to utilize the talk to text feature.
INSPIRE Programming Day 1 (THURSDAY, 13 MARCH) ➡️ JOIN
INSPIRE Programming Day 2 (FRIDAY, 14 MARCH) ➡️ JOIN
RECOMMENDED CAPTION & HASHTAGS:
(Your Name/Company) is ready to be inspired! ✨
The 2025 TEA INSPIRE Week Conference is the ultimate gathering for professionals in themed entertainment, offering a blend of
cutting-edge education, immersive networking, and exclusive presentations.
(Your Name/Company) is most excited for....(list a session, a favorite Thea Project, or anything else you can't wait for!)
#TEAINSPIRE #INSPIRE2025 #TheaAwards2025 #31stAnnualTheas #ThemedEntertainment
If you have not done so already, please confirm your hotel reservations & ensure your arrival & departure dates are accurate. Our 2025 TEA INSPIRE Week room block rates are closed.
These hotels are a 5 minute walk from one another.
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Sheraton Universal Hotel
(Host of INSPIRE Programing 12-14 March)
333 Universal Hollywood Dr. Universal City, CA 91608
Hotel Amenities and Nearby Activities
Parking Information:
Hourly: $10.00
Daily: $47.00
Valet: $55.00
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Hilton Universal Hotel
(Host of the 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala on 15 March)
555 Universal Hollywood Dr. Universal City, CA 91608
Parking Information:
Self-parking: $50.00 per day
Valet parking: $60.00
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 AM
GENERAL:
No group transportation will be provided to and from airports. All cost for transportation will be on own.
Ubers:
To and from LAX: Average price $49-$60
To and from Burbank Airport: Average Price $27-$40
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INSPIRE THE NIGHT:
Our host hotels provide a shuttle that runs every 15 minutes to and from City Walk at Universal Studios Hollywood. Please check with your hotel bell services for hours.
Alternatively, the park is only a 10 minute walk from both the Sheraton and the Hilton.
DRESS CODE
Conference attire is business casual. Meeting spaces will be air-conditioned, so dressing in layers is recommended. Meals will take place outdoors.
If joining for INSPIRE the Night at Universal Studios Hollywood, please be sure to dress accordingly with comfortable walking shoes.
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WEATHER
Click here to view the weather forecast for Los Angeles, California, USA. Typical weather is highs in the mid 70° F and lows in the mid 50°F.
Currently, light rain is expected, please pack accordingly.
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AIRPORT(S)
Los Angeles International Airport is 40 minutes (31 miles) away from the host locations.
Hollywood Burbank Airport is 20 minutes (6 miles) away from the host locations.
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DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
Our menus will vary daily. We will have vegetarian items available. The menus will be labeled if they contain dairy, gluten, and nuts.
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PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
By registering for and attending TEA events, you grant the Themed Entertainment Association ("TEA"') and its authorized representatives' permission
to film, photograph, or otherwise record your participation in the event.
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CODE OF CONDUCT
TEA provides a safe, inclusive, and welcoming conference experience for everyone. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form.
By completing your registration, you acknowledge you have read and agree to adhere to TEA's Code of Conduct.
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REFUND POLICY:
Refunds are no longer being excepted. You may transfer your registration to another attendee if you no longer wish to attend or cannot attend any INSPIRE week or the 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala programming, please contact: memberservices@teaconnect.org