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Welcome Attendees

Welcome to Las Vegas and ASHP’s 60th Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition! We hope you spark brilliance everywhere you go while you are here. Provided below is some helpful information as you navigate the meeting. Enjoy your time in Vegas.

ASHP LIVE! App

The ASHP LIVE! app is your most important Midyear meeting resource. Be sure to download before arriving in Las Vegas to plan your days and keep track of all that is going on at the meeting. To login, use the email address associated with your meeting registration and the registration ID (received when you registered for the meeting and again later this week).

Use the website and app to:

Create your own schedule and explore detailed session and event info
Browse faculty, poster, attendee, and exhibitor listings
Access session materials and take notes directly on the slides
Receive important updates and announcements

Note: If you have installed the ASHP LIVE! app for a previous event, it is recommended that you delete it from your device and reinstall it to take advantage of the most current functionality and bug fixes.

Meeting Location and Transportation

The Midyear meeting will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The venue includes the South Convention Center, North Convention Center, and the Michelob ULTRA Arena. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time – at least 10 minutes - to walk to your destination from the point you are dropped off by bus or ride share and your destination.
View Convention Center Maps →

Shuttle Bus Schedule
Shuttle bus service will be provided Saturday, December 6 through Wednesday, December 10 from all official Midyear Clinical Meeting hotels to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center (except for the W Las Vegas, Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, and Luxor Las Vegas). Direct service will be provided from the MGM Grand Las Vegas and The Signature at MGM Grand.
View the Shuttle Schedule →
Ride Share Pickup and Drop Off
Only one ride share location will be used for pickup and drop off for attendees going to/from the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The rideshare area is adjacent to the parking garage at the W Las Vegas. From the convention center, follow signs toward the Mandalay Bay Casino. Follow the walkway to the left past KUMI, Citizens Kitchen & Bar, and Caramá, and exit out the glass doors.
Mandalay Bay – Luxor – Excalibur Tram
Starting at Mandalay Bay, this free tram goes north, stopping at the Luxor before ending at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino (about a 7-minute trip). All three stops have signage to help you navigate. At the Mandalay Bay, the tram is located in the northeast corner of the casino, past the House of Blues Restaurant & Bar. The tram does not run 24 hours a day. Hours of operation during the ASHP Midyear meeting will be 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. December 7 – 10, and starting at 10:00 a.m. on all other days.

Badge Pick Up Locations

Be on the lookout for your barcode email on Thursday. Scan this barcode at Badge Pickup to get your badge and meeting materials quickly. Several convenient badge pickup locations will be available when you arrive in Las Vegas.

Satellite Badge Pickup
- Mandalay Bay Hotel
  Adjacent to the Front Desk
- MGM Grand Las Vegas
  Conference Center Main Lobby (across from the Marquee Courtyard Doors),
  Level 1
- Luxor Las Vegas
  Adjacent to the Front Desk
  
  Staffed Hours:
  Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  Monday: 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

All locations will offer convenient self-serve badge pickup at any time of day from Saturday – Monday at Noon.

Main Registration & Badge Pickup
- Mandalay Bay South Convention Center, Palm Foyer, Level 3
  Badge pickup and assistance for attendees and exhibitors registering onsite.
  
  Staffed Hours:
  Saturday–Monday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Main registration will offer convenient self-serve badge pickup at any time of day.

What to Pack and Wear

Be prepared for for cool temperatures in Las Vegas this time of year. The weather forecast is calling for highs in the 50s to mid 60s during the day and low temperatures in the 40s in the evening.
Business casual attire is appropriate for ASHP’s Midyear meeting.
Reusable water bottles enable attendees to make use of convenient water refill stations.
A Midyear meeting badge is required for entrance to all official ASHP events and should be removed when going outside the convention center.
A sweater or dressing in layers will prepare you for cool temperatures inside meeting rooms.
Comfortable shoes are essential for navigating the meeting and exploring the city. And be sure to sign up for the Midyear meeting Step Challenge!

Show Your Badge & Save: Vegas Unlocked

Vegas Unlocked offers exclusive discounts for ASHP Midyear meeting attendees, making your stay in Las Vegas both productive and unforgettable. Attendees and exhibitors can enjoy incredible savings on dining, entertainment, attractions, tours, and more! Signing up is simple and doesn't require an app.
Sign up for Vegas Unlocked Pass →

More Savings at MGM Resorts - PASSKEY
Show your badge and mention PASSKEY to receive exclusive savings at restaurants, shopping, spas, shows and more at participating MGM resorts.
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Dining Options Nearby

There are a variety of choices in and around the Mandalay Bay Convention Center ranging from quick casual food to upscale dining. The Mandalay Bay food court is conveniently located within the convention center and adjacent to all the meeting activities, offering several casual eateries. The exhibit hall will also offer concessions during open hours. More options are available in the Mandalay Bay Hotel, Shoppes at Mandalay Bay Place, Luxor, Luxor Food Court and the Four Seasons Hotel. Check the Dining Options tab on the ASHP LIVE! app for a full listing of nearby restaurants. Reservations are highly recommended.

Wi-Fi

Network: ASHPMCM25
Access code: Pharmacy1

Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available in the ASHP meeting rooms, public space, Residency Showcase™, PPS, and Poster Hall.

Make Time to Visit the Exhibit Hall

Bayside C&D, Level 1
Monday - Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

So much fun and excitement will be waiting for you in the Exhibit Hall with more than 300 exhibitors, the Innovation Learning Lab, Promotional Theaters, ASHP Experience Center, seated massages, and ASHP's Pharmacy Trivia Challenge. You won't want to miss it.
See Exhibit Hall Activities →

Mission Possible: The New ASHP Strategic Plan

Your mission, should you choose to accept it: uncover the details of our new strategic plan!

ASHP’s new strategic plan is anchored by five strategic pillars. Get to know the goals and strategies within each pillar by accepting the Mission Possible challenge!

Here’s how it works:

Locate the Mission Possible meter board signs located throughout the Mandalay Bay convention center (hint – there are 6 total!)
Scan the QR code to access the quiz question (hint, be sure to read details about the plan on each sign before you scan!)
Visit the ASHP Experience Center - Booth 929 – in the Exhibit Hall, to complete the challenge.
Get all six questions right to be entered to win a special prize!

Get Involved in the Poster Hall

Professional Poster Mentors
Share your time by meeting with students and residents to discuss their project’s objectives, methodology, data analysis, and conclusions at the Midyear Poster Hall. Your thoughtful sharing will help future pharmacists to better serve our profession and become new rising stars.
More information →

Peer-to-Peer Poster Partner
ASHP invites pharmacy students to be part of an enriching experience at the Midyear Poster Hall as a Peer-to-Peer Poster Partner for students presenting posters. This exclusive opportunity offers a multitude of benefits to both your personal and professional development.
More information →