Special Events

Learn more about the special events happening at this year’s conference.

Saturday, October 19
Sunday, October 20

Bob Fowler Motorcycle Ride

Mark your calendar for two days of exciting rides that incorporate the sights of Nevada!

More information is available here.

Sunday, October 20 | Tee Off 8 am

5th Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing

The Past Presiding Officers of the International Code Council will host the 5th Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing sponsored by the National Multifamily Housing Council and BOMA International on October 20, 2019 at the Desert Pines Golf Club during the ICC Annual Conference.

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Sunday, October 20 | 7 am – 4 pm

Pre-Conference Tour #1: Hoover Dam and Power Plant & Raiders Stadium

Hoover Dam | 9 – 11 am
Hoover Dam contributed to the developing West. Learn about the complexities of the engineering and construction of the dam, and how it presently operates.

The Forge Restaurant | Lunch

Raiders Stadium | 2 – 4 pm
Tour this state of the art, $1.8 billion stadium, which will seat 65,000 spectators. The Raiders stadium is a fast-track project that is scheduled to open for the 2020 NFL Football season. Please note: Personal Protective Equipment (hard hats/safety glasses/vests/ gloves) will be provided. Close-toe shoes are mandatory, as this is an active construction site.

Bus transportation and lunch included. Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 45 people and will be listed as an option when you register.

Sunday, October 20 | 11:30 am – 4:30 pm

Pre-Conference Tour #2: Lunch & Hoover Dam and Power Plant

The Forge Restaurant | Lunch

Hoover Dam | 2 – 4 pm
Hoover Dam contributed to the developing West. Learn about the complexities of the engineering and construction of the dam, and how it presently operates.

Bus transportation and lunch included. Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 45 people and will be listed as an option when you register.

Sunday, October 20 | 1 – 2 pm

Nominating Committee Candidates Forum

The Nominating Committee will host a new forum for ICC Board candidates.

Sunday, October 20 | 5 – 6 pm

Initial Report of the Nominating Committee

A report and recommendations from the Board Candidates Nominating Committee will be presented.

Sunday, October 20 | 5 – 6 pm

Building Safety & Design Expo Happy Hour

Help kick off the 2019 Annual Conference and enjoy spending some time talking with exhibitors and your fellow ICC members before heading off to the evening’s 2019 Welcoming to Las Vegas event. Be sure to stop by and visit with our sponsors to get your complimentary beer, wine, soda or water!

Sunday, October 20 | 6:30 – 10 pm

Welcome to Las Vegas!

Come get your “Vegas” on and enjoy an evening of food, drinks, music, games, friends and social networking at The LINQ Promenade’s hottest Las Vegas destination – the Brooklyn Bowl. The Brooklyn Bowl has been described as “one of the most incredible places on earth” by Rolling Stone magazine.

Before or after the “Welcome to Las Vegas” event, treat yourself to a ride on the High Roller, the World’s Tallest Observation Wheel that offers 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Valley and the world famous “Strip” or maybe, enjoy the FLY LINQ Zipline – the Strip’s only zipline experience.

Nestled in the heart of the LINQ Promenade, you will be treated to some of the best eats, drinks, sights & sounds that Las Vegas has to offer.

Monday, October 21 | 8 – 11 am

Annual Business Meeting

Join us for the Annual Business Meeting – your opportunity to shape the future of ICC. You won’t want to miss this year’s keynote address by Dame Judith Hackitt. Participants will receive .2 CEUs for the Annual Business Meeting.

Monday, October 21 | 11:30 am – 2 pm

Networking Luncheon

Our Networking Luncheon is a great opportunity for attendees and exhibitors to network while enjoying a nice lunch. Delegate Photos will also be held at this time.

Receive a free Networking Lunch Concession Coupon when you register by September 15! If you miss the early registration window, lunch will still be available for purchase at concession food vendors.

Monday, October 21 | 5 – 7 pm

Building Safety & Design Expo Reception

To conclude the Building Safety & Design Expo, please join us for this special reception. Network with your peers, meet with vendors and see the latest in products and services. Enjoy light refreshments and don’t forget to stop by and visit with our sponsors to get your complimentary beer, wine, soda or water.

Be sure to enter your Door Prize card before our final drawing at the end of the evening.

Monday, October 21 | 6:15 – 9:30 pm

Secrets of the Las Vegas Strip Double Decker Bus – Evening Tour

Take in the bright lights of this neon oasis. Ride in an open-top bus and immerse yourself in the exciting glitz and glamour of the world famous Las Vegas Strip. Hear the highlights of how this iconic city rose out of the desert to become the entertainment capital of the world. This tour will start at the Rio Hotel and then travel along “the Strip” (Las Vegas Boulevard) from Mandalay Bay to the Fremont Street Experience and back. During the tour, your local, ICC tour guides will also explain some of the complex geology, engineering and construction that occurred to build this city. What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, but only for you, the good fellows, will let you in on the secrets of Las Vegas. Ron (Guido) Lynn and Sam (Bugsy) Palmer will be your hosts.

Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 45 people and will be listed as an option when you register.

Tuesday, October 22 | 7:30 – 11 am

Fremont Street Experience & Mob Museum Walking Tour

Fremont Street Experience: The world’s largest venue/canopy of light, sound and action is home to Viva Vision, the largest state of the art LED screen with over 12.5 million energy-efficient LED lamps with over 550,000 watts of concert quality sound to experience concerts, special events, New Year’s Eve celebrations and roaming street performers throughout the year. This $100 million investment and the continued improvements have resulted in successful and ongoing downtown redevelopment.

The Mob Museum: This building at 300 Stewart Avenue in downtown Las Vegas opened in 1933 as the U.S. Post Office and Courthouse. With the support of federal, state and local grants, the building was renovated. The nation’s leading museum designers were hired to create an institution telling the true story of organized crime and law enforcement in America. The museum opened in 2012 and after the renovations that restored many of the building’s historical features, it earned LEED Silver certification.

Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 45 people and will be listed as an option when you register. This tour will return before the members luncheon.

Tuesday, October 22 | 8 – 11 am

KA Show at MGM — Behind the Scenes Tour

Learn how the Vegas magic happens with these behind-the-scenes experiences of the Cirque du Soleil – KA Show at the MGM Grand. With acrobatics, technology and pyrotechnics that will leave you breathless and a stage that rises vertically then spins like a pinwheel, KA at MGM Grand is Cirque du Soleil at its best. Go inside the ropes and learn how the technical wizards of this Canadian troupe make the $165 million theater production come to life 10 times a week. The KA performance lacks a conventional stage with a permanent floor; instead, two giant moving platforms and five smaller lifts and platforms appear to float through a bottomless space.

Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 45 people and will be listed as an option when you register. This tour will return before the members luncheon.

Tuesday, October 23 | 8:30 – 11:30 am

Government Relations Forum

The Code Council’s Government Relations Forum features an impressive line-up of speakers covering current topics and emerging trends across the country.

Tuesday, October 22 | 11:30 am – 1:15 pm

Members Luncheon — Keynote Address

Mike Murphy is the program manager for The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Mike has served as President of the International Association of Coroner & Medical Examiners (IAC&ME), the Nevada Chapter of the FBI National Academy (FBINA) and Nevada Sheriff’s and Chief’s Association. His Presentation, “Do they start running when they see you coming?,” connects the vital role of code officials to the success of community safety.

Tuesday, October 22 | 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

The High Roller/Linq — Behind the Scenes Tour of the World’s Tallest Observation Wheel and The LINQ Promenade

Soar 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller and experience the world’s tallest observation wheel. With sweeping 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Valley and The Strip, the wheel takes 30 minutes to complete one revolution and features 28 spacious cabins to accommodate guests. Go behind the scenes of the wheel and see and hear from local SNICC experts on how the wheel was designed, permitted and constructed as an ATS (Amusement Transportation System). The tour will then quickly walk the high-energy marketplace/Linq Promenade to experience its outdoor retail and entertainment venues.

Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 45 people and will be listed as an option when you register.

Tuesday, October 22 | 6 – 9:30 pm

Banquet Reception/Annual Banquet

Wednesday, October 23 | 9 am – 5 pm

Global Connections Day

Join experts from around the world for an informative and interactive day of conversations about Water: Safety, Efficiency, and Conservation. Learn about novel approaches and new technologies that are being employed in the U.S. and internationally to address the water challenges that we all face as a global community. Learn more about this year's Global Connections Day.

There will be a fee of $25 for lunch.


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