Networking Events

Registration Check-In + Kick-Off Reception
Thursday, July 10 | 5 – 7 p.m.
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Welcome Party at EDGE Nightclub (Fire & Ice)
Saturday, July 12 | 8 – 10 p.m.
STN EXPO Welcome Party at EDGE Nightclub (Drinks)
🔥 Delectable Hors d’oeuvres ❄️ Interactive Ice Sculptures
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Ride & Drive + Live Technology Demonstrations
Sunday, July 13 | 5:30 – 8:30 P.M.
Sunday Evening Outdoor Experience at the Peppermill Resort – North Parking Lot, Reno, Nevada
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the Reno sky as we kick off the Green Bus Summit with an all-in-one outdoor experience blending innovation, connection, and fun.
Explore the latest in clean transportation at our Ride & Drive showcase, where you can experience cutting-edge electric, propane, and low-emission school buses from Blue Bird, IC Bus, MicroBird, RIDE, and the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).
At the same time, dive into the Bus Technology Showcase—a dynamic, hands-on opportunity to see live demos and connect directly with experts from Zonar, Tyler Technologies, Transfinder, and ZUM. Ask questions, explore solutions, and get a closer look at the tools transforming student transportation.
The evening also features a vibrant networking atmosphere with tabletop displays, delicious food and drinks, interactive games, and a live DJ. It’s the perfect way to learn, connect, and celebrate with peers—all in one exciting outdoor event.

Trade Show (Day 1) + Magical Networking Reception
Monday, July 14 | 5 P.M. – 9 P.M.
Enjoy an evening of awe, wonder, fun and valuable networking connections. This special event blends business with enchantment, providing the perfect atmosphere to unwind, network, and foster meaningful relationships with colleagues, partners, and new contacts.
This dynamic event is your gateway to discovering cutting-edge products, services, and solutions that will take your transportation operations to the next level. Connect with top vendors, explore new technologies, and get hands-on with the latest in transportation solutions.

Trade Show (Day 2) + Lunch
Tuesday, July 15 | 10 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
Over 1,000 school transportation professionals will attend the STN EXPO Trade Show, including manufacturers, OEMs and suppliers offering new and existing products, solutions and services that help transporters perform their jobs better and more efficiently. These exhibiting companies will connect with professionals who transport children of all ages, sizes and distinctions, and who prepare specifications for products and services, make final decisions on purchases, and are responsible for recommending purchases.