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Experience Austin: Book a Pre-Conclave Excursion

Get your Austin vibe on before Conclave begins! On Sunday, April 14, we’re excited to present four unforgettable excursions you can only experience in this eclectic city. Brace yourself for the ultimate blend of exploration and education.

Sunday, April 14 / 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Brunch Bus Tour

Calling all brunch enthusiasts and party people, dive into Austin’s brunch scene with a rocking good time on the Brunch Bus! Before Conclave gets going, fuel your fun with an unforgettable three-hour brunch extravaganza aboard the one and only Brunch Bus. We’re talking live music, boozy sips, and delicious bites from Austin’s hottest brunch spots. Buckle up for a rocking good time you won’t want to miss!

Registration is priced at $200 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Maximum registration of 32 individuals.

To register, add “Excursion: Brunch Bus Tour” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab of your Conclave registration. Already registered? Select “Excursions ONLY” as your “Attendee Type,” then add “Excursion: Brunch Bus Tour” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab.

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Sunday, April 14 / 12:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Hands-on Gem Analysis at the University of Texas at Austin

Gemstone analysis and research have opened the doors for many scientific and technological advances and have revealed much about the history of our planet. This excursion will allow participants to gain a better understanding of the instruments used in this research and give them the chance to operate the instruments themselves!

Registration is priced at $50 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Maximum registration of 25 attendees.

To register, add “Excursion: Hands-on Gem Analysis” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab of your Conclave registration. Already registered? Select “Excursions ONLY” as your “Attendee Type,” then add “Excursion: Hands-on Gem Analysis” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab.

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Sunday, April 14 / 1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Weird Austin City Tour

Get Weird with Us: Your Unforgettable Austin Adventure Awaits!

Forget boring sightseeing and kick off Conclave with this unforgettable experience that goes beyond the usual tourist stops. Buckle up for the Weird Austin Tour—a two-and-a-half-hour whirlwind of local lore, hidden secrets, and side-splitting laughs with this immersion into the heart and soul of Austin’s quirky charm.

Registration is priced at $80 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Maximum registration of 13 individuals.

To register, add “Excursion: Weird Austin City Tour” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab of your Conclave registration. Already registered? Select “Excursions ONLY” as your “Attendee Type,” then add “Excursion: Weird Austin City Tour” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab.

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Sunday, April 14 / 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Hands-on Gemstone Faceting at the University of Texas at Austin

Gemstones come to life as they are faceted, allowing light in to interact with the gem material. Gemstone cut is the one factor in releasing a gemstone’s beauty for which humans are responsible. This excursion will allow participants the opportunity to learn about faceting by doing it themselves!

Registration is priced at $50 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Maximum registration of 15 attendees.

To register, add “Excursion: Hands-on Gemstone Faceting” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab of your Conclave registration. Already registered? Select “Excursions ONLY” as your “Attendee Type,” then add “Excursion: Hands-on Gem Analysis” as part of the “Attendee Selections” tab. 

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