Five Tips for Attendee Registration at SAS 2025

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Planning to attend Sea-Air-Space 2025? Make your registration process seamless by following these five essential tips…

Five Tips for Attendee
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Securing your spot at Sea-Air-Space 2025 is just the beginning—bringing multiple team members can significantly enhance your ROI. With more coverage across key sessions, expanded networking opportunities with exhibitors, and diverse insights gained, your team will be better positioned for success in 2025 and beyond. Ensure your team maximizes this opportunity—register them for Sea-Air-Space 2025 today!

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Step 1: Select the Correct Attendee Type

Sea-Air-Space is not open to the public, Sea-Air-Space permits attendance in the following qualified categories:

  • U.S. Military Personnel: Active-duty, reserve, and retired members of the U.S. armed forces. This does not include drilling reservists or retired military.
  • Government Employees: Current non-elected, non-military, and/or public sector employees of the United States Federal Government. This does not apply to state or local government offices or employees.
  • Industry Professionals: Representatives of both exhibiting and non-exhibiting companies that produce goods or services for the government or the sea services located domestically or internationally. Includes retired, reserve, or non-active military, state/local government personnel, and retired federal government employees.
  • Congressional Representatives: Members of Congress and their staff.
  • International Delegates: Representatives of foreign embassies, governments, and military organizations.
  • Navy League Members: Active members of the Navy League of the United States.
  • Media Representatives: Accredited and approved members of the press and media organizations.

Selecting the Correct Attendee Type for Registration:

  • Current Federal Government Employee (GS 1-15/SES)
  • Active-Duty US Military
  • Member of Congress
  • Congressional Staff
  • Foreign Military/Embassy/Government
  • Contractor/Industry/Other (Domestic & International)

If you are a current Federal Government Employee (GS 1-15/SES), you must register using your .gov email.

Similarly, if you are Active-Duty U.S. Military, a Congressional Staffer, Foreign Military, Embassy, Government representative, or a Member of Congress, use your appropriate .gov or .mil email.

For attendees who do not fall into these categories, you should register using your professional email and select your attendee type: Contractor/Industry/Other. Choose this category if you are a full time student or professor.

*Children over the age of 15 may attend the exposition provided they are accompanied by a registered adult at all times. No one under the age of 18 is permitted in the exhibit halls during installation or dismantle hours.

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Step 2: Choose Your Registration Pass

Once you’ve determined your attendee type, it’s time to select your pass:

All-Access Pass

Includes access to all educational sessions, all exhibit halls, the outdoor pavilion exhibits, and both exhibit hall receptions.

  • Industry Attendees (not exhibiting/sponsoring) – $125

  • Industry Attendees (exhibiting/sponsoring) –

    • $660 (Navy League members)

    • $825 (Non-members)

Exhibit Halls Only Pass

Includes access to Prince George Exhibit Hall, Maryland Exhibit Hall, and Outdoor Pavilion Exhibits. Does not include educational panels/sessions or add-on events.

  • Industry Attendees (not exhibiting/sponsoring) –

    • $300 (Navy League members)

    • $375 (Non-members)

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Step 3: Add-On Events to Enhance Your Experience

Make the most of your Sea-Air-Space experience by attending exclusive events!

Featured Paid Events:

  • Sea Services Luncheon (Monday, 12 PM) – $125 | Speaker: ADM Samuel Paparo, USN

  • International Maritime Reception (Monday, 5-7 PM) – $195

  • Center for Maritime Strategy Breakfast (Tuesday, 7 AM) – $105 | Panel featuring top military and industry leaders

  • Navy League Luncheon & Sea Service Awards (Tuesday, 12 PM) – $125 | Speaker: Gen Randall Reed, USAF

  • High-Road Leadership Luncheon (Wednesday, 11:30 AM) – $225 | Keynote: John C. Maxwell

Free Events:

  • Maryland Exhibit Hall Reception (Monday, 5-7 PM) – Free (Includes 2 drink tickets)

  • Transition Connection (Tuesday, 10 AM – 3 PM) – Free | Military hiring event

  • Prince George’s Exhibit Hall Reception (Tuesday, 5-7 PM) – Free (Includes 2 drink tickets)

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Step 4: Secure Your Stay at the Official Sea-Air-Space Hotel

The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is the official Sea-Air-Space hotel, offering both standard and government rate rooms.

📍 Address: 201 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD 20745

Hotel Pricing:

  • Standard Room Rate: $326 + taxes per night

  • Government Rate: $276 + taxes per night (Eligibility: CAC holders, Active-Duty Military, GS employees)

  • To request a government rate room, email: seaairspace@navyleague.org

Parking Discount:

Sea-Air-Space attendees can enjoy a flat $10/day self-parking rate at the Gaylord. To receive this discount, visit the pre-pay kiosk in the Maryland Foyer for validation. This rate is valid from April 6 – April 9, 2025.

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Step 5: Stay Informed & Plan Ahead

 📲 Download the Official SAS Mobile App

Get real-time updates, schedules, and alerts to stay on top of everything happening at the event.

 

 

📩 Sign Up for Email Updates

Stay in the loop with important news, speaker announcements, and event reminders.

 

📱 Follow Us on Social Media

Engage with Sea-Air-Space and the Navy League on all platforms to get behind-the-scenes content and event highlights.

 

✈️ International Visitors: Visa Information

 

If traveling from outside the U.S., determine whether you need a visa waiver or a U.S. visa:

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Step 1: Select the Correct Attendee Type

If you are a current Federal Government Employee (GS 1-15/SES), you must register using your .gov email. Similarly, if you are Active-Duty U.S. Military, a Congressional Staffer, Foreign Military, Embassy, Government representative, or a Member of Congress, use your appropriate .gov or .mil email. If you attempt to register with a personal email (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, etc.), you will not see the correct dropdown options for government/military registration.

For attendees who do not fall into these categories, you should register using your personal or work email and select your attendee type: Contractor/Industry/Other

 

Free Registration Categories: 

The following groups receive free admission to Sea-Air-Space:

  • Active-Duty U.S. Military

  • Current U.S. Federal Government Employees (GS 1-15/SES, Members of Congress, and Congressional Staff)

  • Foreign Military/Embassy/Government

Step 2: Choose Your Registration Pass

Once you’ve determined your attendee type, it’s time to select your pass:

All-Access Pass

Includes access to all educational sessions, all exhibit halls, the outdoor pavilion exhibits, and both exhibit hall receptions.

  • Industry Attendees (not exhibiting/sponsoring) – $125

  • Industry Attendees (exhibiting/sponsoring) –

    • $660 (Navy League members)

    • $825 (Non-members)

Exhibit Halls Only Pass

Includes access to Prince George Exhibit Hall, Maryland Exhibit Hall, and Outdoor Pavilion Exhibits. Does not include educational panels/sessions or add-on events.

  • Industry Attendees (not exhibiting/sponsoring) –

    • $300 (Navy League members)

    • $375 (Non-members)

Step 3: Add-On Events to Enhance Your Experience

Make the most of your Sea-Air-Space experience by attending exclusive events!

  • Events in Green = Free & Included with Your Badge

  • Events in Blue = Paid Add-On Events

Featured Paid Events:

  • Sea Services Luncheon (Monday, 12 PM) – $125 | Speaker: ADM Samuel Paparo, USN

  • International Maritime Reception (Monday, 5-7 PM) – $195

  • Center for Maritime Strategy Breakfast (Tuesday, 7 AM) – $105 | Panel featuring top military and industry leaders

  • Navy League Luncheon & Sea Service Awards (Tuesday, 12 PM) – $125 | Speaker: Gen Randall Reed, USAF

  • Coast Guard Breakfast (Wednesday, 7 AM) – $105

  • High-Road Leadership Luncheon (Wednesday, 11:30 AM) – $125 | Keynote: John C. Maxwell

Free Events:

  • Maryland Exhibit Hall Reception (Monday, 5-7 PM) – Free (Includes 2 drink tickets)

  • Transition Connection (Tuesday, 10 AM – 3 PM) – Free | Military hiring event

  • Prince George’s Exhibit Hall Reception (Tuesday, 5-7 PM) – Free (Includes 2 drink tickets)

Step 4: Secure Your Stay at the Official Sea-Air-Space Hotel

The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is the official Sea-Air-Space hotel, offering both standard and government rate rooms.

📍 Address: 201 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD 20745

Hotel Pricing:

  • Standard Room Rate: $326 + taxes per night

  • Government Rate: $276 + taxes per night (Eligibility: CAC holders, Active-Duty Military, GS employees)

  • To request a government rate room, email: seaairspace@navyleague.org

Parking Discount:

Sea-Air-Space attendees can enjoy a flat $10/day self-parking rate at the Gaylord. To receive this discount, visit the pre-pay kiosk in the Maryland Foyer for validation. This rate is valid from April 6 – April 9, 2025.

Step 5: Stay Informed & Plan Ahead

📲 Download the Official SAS Mobile App

Get real-time updates, schedules, and alerts to stay on top of everything happening at the event.

📩 Sign Up for Email Updates

Stay in the loop with important news, speaker announcements, and event reminders.

📱 Follow Us on Social Media

Engage with Sea-Air-Space and the Navy League on all platforms to get behind-the-scenes content and event highlights.

✈️ International Visitors: Visa Information

If traveling from outside the U.S., determine whether you need a visa waiver or a U.S. visa:

Get Ready for Sea-Air-Space 2025!

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