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Join the International Society of Explosive Engineers for ISEE53, the premier conference on explosives and blasting techniques, from February 2-6, 2027 in Dallas, TX.
Dates
2–6 Feb 2027
City / country
Dallas, TX, United States
Venue
Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center
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Event overview
ISEE53 is set to take place from February 2-6, 2027 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center. This conference is recognized as the largest gathering of explosives engineers, featuring expert-led sessions, networking opportunities, and an interactive exhibit hall showcasing the latest technology in the field.
Attendees will benefit from specialized training programs, including the Seismograph Operators Certificate Program and Blasters Training. International Society of Explosive Engineers.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights from expert-led sessions on the latest in explosives research and technology. Network with industry leaders and peers to enhance professional connections. Participate in specialized training programs to meet state licensing requirements. Explore the latest products and services in the exhibit hall. Enjoy multiple social events designed to foster connections within the explosives community.
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of explosives professionals. Gain visibility among industry leaders and decision-makers. Participate in networking events to build valuable relationships. Benefit from the exposure of being part of the largest conference in the explosives sector. Engage with potential clients and partners through live product demonstrations.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
400 North Olive Street, Dallas, TX 75201, USA
Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center in Dallas, TX typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center in Dallas, TX typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
ISEE Member
Non-Member
Emeritus Member
Student
Spouse
Single Day Pass
Who runs the show
International Society of Explosives Engineers
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
On 2027-02-02 to 2027-02-06, International Society of Explosive Engineers - ISEE in Dallas, TX gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Dallas/Fort Worth International
DFW is the larger international gateway. Allow 30-45 min by car, or 60-75 min door to door via DART Orange Line to downtown Dallas. Confirm live traffic and schedules
Approx. 32 km / 20 mi by road
to venue
Approx. 30-45 min by car to Downtown Dallas
by car
Dallas Love Field
DAL is closer to downtown. Allow 15-25 min by car, or use Love Link 524 plus DART Green Line. Confirm live traffic and schedules
Approx. 11 km / 7 mi by road
to venue
Approx. 15-25 min by car to Downtown Dallas
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Comfort Suites NW Dallas Near Love Field
USD 60–70 / night
Google Hotels capture listed a deal rate around INR 5,138 (roughly USD 60-70) with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, hot tub and fitness center; guest rating 3.5 from 888 reviews. Rate is approximate, before taxes, and was shown for different dates; re-check February 2027.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites North Dallas at Preston by IHG
USD 115–145 / night
Capture shows the property marked 17% below its usual rate with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, indoor pool, hot tub, pet-friendly rooms and fitness center; rating 3.8. Live 2027 price not shown; treat USD 115-145 as an approximate night band and confirm.
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas
USD 115–145 / night
Capture highlights an excellent location rating and 23% below usual rate, with paid breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, outdoor pool, bar, pet-friendly rooms and fitness center; rating 4.2. Approximate night band; confirm for your dates.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
rail
Orange Line connects DFW to downtown Dallas; walk or use a short rideshare from the downtown stop to the Sheraton. Allow 60-75 min door to door.
bus + rail
Love Link 524 connects the airport to Inwood/Love Field Station for Green Line service toward downtown.
taxi
Allow 30-45 min in normal traffic and more at peak times. Confirm the pickup zone at DFW and the hotel entrance.
rideshare
Allow 15-25 min in normal traffic. Confirm the designated rideshare pickup area at DAL.
parking
Rates vary by duration and event demand. Check clearance, in/out privileges and oversized-vehicle rules with the venue or hotel.
taxi
Approx. 30-45 min by car to Downtown Dallas; DFW is the larger international gateway. Allow 30-45 min by car, or 60-75 min door to door via DART Orange Line to downtown Dallas. Confirm live traffic and schedules.
taxi
Approx. 15-25 min by car to Downtown Dallas; DAL is closer to downtown. Allow 15-25 min by car, or use Love Link 524 plus DART Green Line. Confirm live traffic and schedules.
Weather
Dallas in February is late winter. Typical daytime highs run about 14-19 C (57-66 F) and overnight lows about 4-8 C (39-46 F). Rain is possible, and occasional ice or light snow can disrupt roads; the conference is indoors, but bring a warm layer and check the forecast before travel. These are climatological ranges, not a 2027 forecast.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
U.S. mobile networks use 4G LTE and 5G; eSIM plans are widely available for international visitors. The Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center and downtown hotels generally provide Wi-Fi, but confirm whether conference Wi-Fi is included with registration. Power is 120 V at 60 Hz with Type A/B plugs, so bring a plug adapter and check voltage for 230 V devices. Download the ISEE programme, DART app and rideshare apps before leaving the airport.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Business casual is the norm at U.S. technical conferences: collared shirts, trousers or equivalent, and a jacket for senior meetings. Dallas conference rooms can be cool, so bring a layer.
Tipping
Restaurant servers usually receive 18-20 percent before tax; bartenders, hotel housekeeping and shuttle drivers are also tipped. Check whether a service charge is already included on the bill.
Conference etiquette
Questions after a technical paper are normally brief and direct. At exhibitor booths, ask before taking photos of equipment or displays, and exchange business cards rather than assuming a follow-up meeting.
Safety and site talk
Explosives professionals often discuss regulatory and site-safety topics in detail; avoid photographing magazine, security or blast-design material without permission.
Local transport and distances
Dallas is car-oriented outside the downtown core. Allow more time than a map suggests for airport transfers and for hotels outside downtown.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: DFW
Fare checks for a 2-6 February 2027 travel window showed New York JFK-DFW nonstops from about USD 259 and LaGuardia departures from about USD 159. Tokyo fares were flagged as high at the time of capture; London and Singapore searches returned no usable itinerary data, so compare routings rather than assuming a fare. Book a refundable or changeable ticket if you are tying travel to the final programme, build a buffer day before the conference, and re-check schedules close to departure. DFW has more international connections; DAL is closer to downtown but has fewer long-haul options.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW): Approx. 30-45 min by car to Downtown Dallas; Dallas Love Field (DAL): Approx. 15-25 min by car to Downtown Dallas. Allow road or rail time to Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center: Northwest Dallas near Love Field: Comfort Suites NW Dallas Near Love Field; North Dallas at Preston: Holiday Inn Express & Suites North Dallas at Preston by IHG; Downtown Dallas: Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate at both DFW and Dallas Love Field, with designated rideshare pickup zones. From DFW to downtown Dallas, expect roughly 30-45 minutes and USD 50-70 before surge; from Love Field, roughly 15-25 minutes and USD 25-40. Pooled options can be cheaper but slower. Confirm the pickup level and your hotel entrance, especially at the large Sheraton Dallas conference hotel.
Public transit: Downtown Dallas is served by DART light rail and bus routes. The Orange Line connects DFW Airport to the downtown rail network, and the Green Line serves the Love Field area via the Love Link 524 bus connection. For the Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center, use the downtown Arts District/West End stops and walk or take a short rideshare; confirm the best station and live schedules in the DART app. Fares are approximate: about USD 3 for a local single ride and about USD 6 for a day pass, but check DART's current fare table before travel.
Parking: Parking is available in downtown Dallas garages and at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center; rates vary by duration and event demand. Expect approximate daily rates of USD 20-35 for hotel or venue garages, with higher charges for oversized vehicles. Confirm current rates, clearance and in/out privileges with the venue or hotel before arrival. If you are staying at a suburban hotel such as Comfort Suites NW Dallas or Holiday Inn North Dallas at Preston, check whether parking is free and budget a car or rideshare for the final approach.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February (late winter)
Temperature: Typical highs 14-19 C (57-66 F); lows 4-8 C (39-46 F)
Seasonality: February is not the wettest month in Dallas, but rain is possible and occasional ice or snow can affect travel. The conference is indoors, but allow extra time for weather delays.
Packing: Pack layers, a warm coat, comfortable shoes for the venue, business casual clothing and a compact umbrella. Bring a Type A/B plug adapter for 230 V devices and a copy of registration and visa documents.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at International Society of Explosive Engineers - ISEE usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
14 days out: confirm your ISEE 2027 registration category (member, non-member, student, emeritus, spouse or single day) and check whether your ticket includes the technical sessions and exhibition.
13 days out: book a refundable flight into DFW or DAL and compare the airport transfer time to your hotel.
12 days out: reserve a hotel in downtown Dallas or along the DART Orange Line; confirm cancellation terms and parking.
11 days out: check passport validity and ESTA or visa status if travelling to the United States.
10 days out: download the ISEE programme and mark technical papers on blasting, initiation, vibration and regulation that fit your role.
9 days out: request a registration confirmation or invitation letter from ISEE if you need one for a visa interview.
8 days out: arrange airport transfer; compare DART Orange Line, taxi and rideshare for DFW, and Love Link 524 plus Green Line for DAL.
7 days out: confirm the Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center entrance and registration desk hours on isee.org.
6 days out: pack business casual clothing, a warm layer, comfortable shoes and a Type A/B plug adapter.
5 days out: download the DART app, rideshare apps and your airline app; save the venue address offline.
4 days out: check the Dallas forecast and allow extra time for possible rain or winter weather.
3 days out: print or save your registration QR code, passport and hotel confirmation.
2 days out: confirm flight status and build a buffer for peak traffic.
1 day out: arrive in Dallas, collect baggage and test your route to the venue before the opening session.
Registration and hall orientation at Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
International Society of Explosive Engineers - ISEE registration concourse
Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Sheraton Dallas Hotel Conference Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget

Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · ISEE Member
USD 1295 / per person
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visitor · Non-Member
USD 1295 / per person
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visitor · Emeritus Member
USD 395 / per person
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visitor · Student
USD 295 / per person
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visitor · Spouse
USD 495 / per person
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visitor · Single Day Pass
USD 350 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | ISEE Member | USD 1295 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Non-Member | USD 1295 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Emeritus Member | USD 395 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Student | USD 295 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Spouse | USD 495 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Single Day Pass | USD 350 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether International Society of Explosive Engineers - ISEE fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For International Society of Explosive Engineers - ISEE, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Conference solutions and benchmarking suppliers at International Society of Explosive Engineers - ISEE in Dallas, TX.
Min. budget
$1,795.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Conference products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$8,077.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Dallas, TX show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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