Book Your Hotel
Discounted Rates
AFS has negotiated discounted room rates for FILTCON26 attendees: $219/night for rooms booked anytime between May 11-14, 2026.
We encourage all attendees to book their stay within the official FILTCON room block at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown hotel. You’ll benefit from our special group rate, convenient proximity to all FILTCON26 events, and the best networking opportunities right in the hear of the action.
Booking within the block not only enhances your experience but it also helps AFS keeps future event costs reasonable while contributing to the overall success of FILTCON26.
Never been to Pittsburgh? Check out our resources below!
Getting to Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is located in Southwestern Pennsylvania, where the the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela Rivers meet. Pittsburgh is about 45 miles east from the Ohio border and about 300 miles west of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh International Airport
With more than nine million passengers annually, Pittsburgh International Airport gets people to Pittsburgh and brings Pittsburghers where they need to go, offering flights to 62 nonstop domestic and international destinations on 14 commercial carriers and more than 170 daily flights.
More information is available on the Visit Pittsburgh website.
Driving Directions
Downtown Pittsburgh is a compact few hundred acre space, but there are more than 90 distinct neighborhoods outside of Downtown to explore. Traveling by car is a breeze with Interstates 79, 279, 376, and the PA Turnpike bringing tens of thousands of travelers to the city every year.
More information is available on the Visit Pittsburgh website.
Public Transportation
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) is the public transit agency for the greater Pittsburgh area, providing bus, light rail, incline and paratransit service to about 230,000 riders daily. With one organization, it’s easy to ride from Pittsburgh International Airport (take the 28X) to Downtown and all around the city for one low price. This includes our picturesque inclines!
PRT fare is $2.75 for unlimited rides within a three hour period. And to make planning even easier, download the Ready2Ride app (Apple/Google Play) to manage ticket purchases digitally.
Things to Do
Pittsburgh is a modern, ever-evolving city where the must-sees vary week to week as Downtown-encompassing festivals, a vibrant Cultural District of world-class productions, fan-friendly sports events in iconic stadiums, and our distinct four seasons make each trip unique. Add in their award-winning culinary scene, craft beverage-packed neighborhoods and renowned museums you can enjoy throughout the year, and the only thing you won’t have on your itinerary is free time.
Dining in Pittsburgh
Visit Pittsburgh has put together a Downtown Pittsburgh Dining Map to help attendees find restaurants within walking distance or a short ride from FILTCON26.
Top Free Things to Do
Who said you have to spend money to have a good time? Here are the top free things to do in Pittsburgh.
Top 25 Things to Do
Wondering what there is to see in Pittsburgh? Visit Pittsburgh has put together an extensive list of must-visit attractions worth adding to your itinerary.
Arts & Culture
Pittsburgh is a city of eclectic cultures, communities and neighborhoods that help create the vibrant arts and cultural scene that we locals take much pride in.
Get inspired by its museums, galleries and exhibits plus world-class performances at historic venues.