Social Events


Receptions: ICRA 2008 will open with a welcome reception on the evening of Tuesday May 20 (1800-1930), and will close with a farewell reception on the evening of Friday May 23 (1800-1930). The welcome reception will feature a celebration of JPL's many contributions to robotics.

Banquet: ICRA 2008 will feature the traditional conference banquet. The banquet will be at the conference venue in the Pavilion. It will be held on Thursday May 22, 2008 (1900-2100).

Robot Comics Contest: ICRA 2008 will feature a robot comics contest. We welcome individual and team entries. The jury will be composed of five experts in robotics and comics design. See all the comics from the robot comics contest.

Student Party: For the first time, ICRA 2008 will feature a student party. It will be held on Wednesday May 21, 2008 (193000-2300) at the conference venue in the Pavilion.

Pasadena and the surrounding Los Angeles metropolitan area is a vibrant cultural and entertainment hub. There is plenty to see and do during your visit. A help desk at the conference venue will be available for visitors to make arrangements to visit nearby attraction. The Pasadena convention and visitors bureau makes information available online.