ELC Recognition Gala FAQ
Where is ELC’s 2025 Recognition Gala taking place?
ELC’s 2025 Recognition Gala dinner will be held in the Potomac Ballroom at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, MD on October 2, 2025.
How can I purchase a table to attend the Gala?
Gala tables are currently sold out. To join our Gala table waitlist, please fill out this form. You will be contacted if a table becomes available.
Please note: All invoices must be paid within 90 days. If payment is not received within this time, your table(s) will be canceled and made available to others.
How can I purchase individual tickets to attend the Gala?
Individual tickets are available to ELC members only and are limited to two tickets per ELC member. Purchase your ticket by clicking here. Please email elcgala@elcinfo.com if you have any questions.
How will guests receive Gala tickets?
We’ve adopted a paperless ticket system. Companies will invite their table guests to register via the Gala Table Portal.
Once guests register, they will receive an email with an electronic ticket and QR code 3 days prior to the event. Allow sufficient time for entry on the day of the event. All guests must show their electronic QR code for admission.
What time do Gala events begin?
Pre-Gala Networking Reception: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Recognition Gala: 6:30 – 9:15 p.m. (Doors open at 6:00 p.m.)
Post-Gala Networking Reception: 9:30 p.m. – Midnight
Can we have more than 10 guests at a table?
Each Gala table accommodates 10 guests; additional seats cannot be added
What is the attire for The ELC’s Recognition Gala?
Black-tie attire is required for The ELC’s Recognition Gala.
My executive/I am attending multiple ELC events and programs the week of September 30th - October 3rd, 2025, can I complete one registration for all programs and events?
No, each program requires a separate registration for attendees participating throughout the week.
Can I purchase additional tickets for the Post-Gala Networking Reception?
Yes, a limited number of individual tickets will be available for purchase to the Post-Gala Networking Reception at a cost of $500/ticket. For ticket purchases or more details, reach out to us at elcgala@elcinfo.com.
Hotel FAQ
How can I reserve a hotel room at The ELC’s room block rate?
The ELC’s Gala Week room block will open on May 8th to Gala Week Sponsors and companies with fully paid Gala tables to reserve eight (8) or more rooms.
At that time, individual room bookings will open on June 26th based on availability. Designated guests will be provided with details about hotel reservations, registrations, and invitations by their company’s table manager or point of contact. For specific questions regarding invites, event registration, or logistics, please reach out to your company’s table point of contact, as they manage these details.
How long will The ELC’s room block rate remain available?
The ELC’s room block rate will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until the block is sold out. We encourage booking as early as possible, as the room block is expected to sell out quickly.
The hotel rate at the Gaylord exceeds my budget. Can The ELC help negotiate my rate?
Unfortunately, due to staff capacity and limitations, The ELC cannot assist with negotiating individual rates. Once the room block is sold out, reservations will be subject to the Gaylord’s best available rate at the time of booking.
What other properties are available for booking?
The ELC does not have group blocks with any overflow hotels. Rooms at nearby properties will be subject to their best available rates at the time of booking. Below is a list of hotels near the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.
AC Hotel National Harbor
Address: 156 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD 20745
Distance: 0.2 miles
Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor
Address: 250 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Distance: 0.3 miles
Residence Inn by Marriott National Harbor
Address: 192 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD 20745
Distance: 0.2 miles
The Westin Washington National Harbor
Address: 171 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD 20745
Distance: 0.3 miles
MGM National Harbor
Address: 101 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Distance: 1.2 miles
For more options, consider searching nearby areas such as Alexandria, VA, or Washington, D.C., which offer additional accommodation with varying rates.
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