Orange County Convention Center

The Parent Intel

• Parking: $20/day ($21.30 w/ tax) for cars. $40/day ($42.60 w/ tax) for oversized vehicles. Cashless only (Visa/MC/Amex/Apple Pay/Google Pay). First-come, first-served. Shuttle from Destination Parkway Garage when main lots full. Watson Lot closest to courts.
• Seating Vibe: Convention center seating. ⚠️ NO outside chairs (no lawn chairs, no inflatables). Do NOT move OCCC chairs between courts.
• Coffee Situation: Concessions inside venue. Starbucks on International Drive (~5 min). Abundant dining along I-Drive.
• Food Policy: Convention center concessions available. ⚠️ Generally no outside coolers (small coolers may be permitted — check event-specific rules). Pack food for players. Players should bring own water. Team cooler rooms may be available.
• Gate Fee: Spectator passes required. Upload headshot photo. Re-scan ticket/QR for every re-entry (no wristbands).
• Tips: Convention center is VERY cold inside — bring a sweater/jacket despite Orlando heat. Know your court number before arrival. Drop off players at entrance BEFORE parking to avoid long lines. Allow extra time for Orlando traffic/construction.
• Clear Bag Policy: May be enforced — check event specifics.
• Athletic Trainers: On-site during events.
• No ball handling inside convention center.

Facility Specs

• Type: Indoor convention center (7 million+ sq ft of total space)
• Surface: Convention floor (temporary courts)
• Scale: 2.1 million sq ft of exhibition space. North, South, and West halls used for volleyball. Can host 100+ courts simultaneously.
• Map: https://www.occc.net/attendees/maps

Key Tournaments

• AAU Junior National Volleyball Championships (one of the largest youth sports events in the US)
• USA Volleyball events
• Basketball and cheer national championships