24 Seven Dance Convention San Diego 2026: SAN Airport to the Gaylord Pacific
Private, flight-tracked cars for dance families and studios. One car per trip, flat per-car rates, no surge.
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$80 i7 · $100 Rivian R1S · $120 Escalade IQ-L, per car each way · round trips from $140 · studio rate from $130
The short answer
24 Seven Dance Convention's San Diego stop runs November 20–22, 2026 at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, 1000 H Street, Chula Vista, about 12 miles (15–25 minutes) south of San Diego International Airport. Elite Green Transportation runs private, flight-tracked cars between SAN and the Gaylord at flat per-car rates: $80 BMW i7 (up to 2), $100 Rivian R1S (up to 4), $120 Cadillac Escalade IQ-L (up to 5) each way. Book both legs together and the round trip is $140 / $180 / $220. When one studio books five or more round trips, every family in that studio pays the studio rate of $130 / $160 / $190 per round trip. One car per trip, 20-minute curbside wait included, pay after each ride. Call or text (858) 522-0264.
24 Seven San Diego at a glance
| Dates | Friday to Sunday, November 20–22, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, 1000 H Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910 |
| From SAN | About 12 miles, 15–25 minutes on I-5 South |
| Typical weekend | Friday solos and master classes. Saturday group competition 8 AM–2 PM, workshops 3:30–9 PM. Sunday workshops 8 AM–2:45 PM, closing show 3–4:30 PM. 24 Seven posts San Diego's exact schedules one week before the event. |
| Hotel | The host hotel block is sold out, so many families are booking nearby hotels. |
| Parking at the Gaylord | $45 a night self-park, $65 valet, plus tax |
Live car availability, November 19–23
Each trip gets its own car and driver. This board shows which cars are open in each window across the convention weekend. Tap an open window to start a request.
| Day | Car | Early4–7 AM | Morning8–11 AM | Midday12–4 PM | Evening5–10 PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu Nov 19Arrivals | Escalade IQ-Lup to 5 | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Rivian R1Sup to 4 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| BMW i7up to 2 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| Fri Nov 20Day 1 · Solos | Escalade IQ-Lup to 5 | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Rivian R1Sup to 4 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| BMW i7up to 2 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| Sat Nov 21Day 2 · Groups | Escalade IQ-Lup to 5 | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Rivian R1Sup to 4 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| BMW i7up to 2 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| Sun Nov 22Day 3 · Closing show | Escalade IQ-Lup to 5 | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Rivian R1Sup to 4 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| BMW i7up to 2 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| Mon Nov 23Departures | Escalade IQ-Lup to 5 | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Rivian R1Sup to 4 | Open | Open | Open | Open | |
| BMW i7up to 2 | Open | Open | Open | Open |
Baseline as of October 7, 2026. Updates as cars are booked.
All three cars are open every day of the weekend right now. Windows fill first come, first served, so book Thursday and Friday arrivals and the Sunday post-show airport run first.
What it costs, per car
| Car | Seats | One way | Two one-ways | Round trip | Studio rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i7 | Up to 2 | $80 | $160 | $140 save $20 | $130 save $30 |
| Rivian R1S | Up to 4 | $100 | $200 | $180 save $20 | $160 save $40 |
| Cadillac Escalade IQ-L | Up to 5 | $120 | $240 | $220 save $20 | $190 save $50 |
- Round trip: book your arrival and your departure together, in one request, and save $20 on the car.
- Studio rate: when five or more round trips are booked under one studio's name, every round trip in that studio moves to the studio rate, including the ones booked earlier. Put your studio name on the request.
- One car per trip: up to 5 passengers in the Escalade IQ-L. Two families on the same flight can share a car and split the fare.
- Included: flight tracking, a 20-minute curbside wait, help with bags, no surge.
- Paying: no deposit. Pay after each ride by cash, Zelle, Venmo or a card payment link.
Per person, five people sharing the Escalade IQ-L at the studio rate pay $38 each for both legs ($190 ÷ 5).
Every way from SAN to the Gaylord Pacific, compared
Prices are typical one-way figures before tips and without surge. Check the app for your exact time.
| Option | Cost | Door to door | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trolley and walkFree San Diego Flyer bus from the terminal to Old Town Transit Center, Blue Line trolley south to H Street, then a 0.7-mile walk (or the city's free Bayfront circulator, 8 AM to 6 PM). | $3 per person | About 75–90 min | One adult with a carry-on and a daytime flight. | Two transfers and a walk. Hard with garment bags, costume cases or young kids, and thin late at night. |
| UberX or LyftPickup at SAN's rideshare area, about 12 miles to the resort. | About $35–$55 per car | 20–30 min, plus the pickup wait | One to three people with light bags. | Prices surge when a convention lands or checks out at once. Four seats, and trunk space is luck of the draw. |
| TaxiMetered ride from the taxi stand at either terminal. | About $45–$70 | 20–30 min, plus the taxi line | Travelers who do not want an app. | No booking ahead, and vehicle size varies. |
| Uber BlackOn-demand premium sedan through the Uber app. | About $60–$75 per car | 20–30 min | A nicer car without booking ahead. | Surge pricing applies at peak times, and SUV classes cost more. |
| Rental carRental car center bus from the terminal, then drive I-5 south. | $50–$100 a day, plus $45 a night to self-park at the Gaylord ($65 valet) | 45–60 min including the rental counter | Families who plan to explore beyond the resort. | Three nights of self-parking adds $135 before tax, and the car mostly sits while the dancers are in the ballroom. |
| Elite Green private carBooked ahead, flight tracked, driver waiting curbside at arrivals, straight to the Gaylord. | $80–$120 per car each way. Round trips from $130 per car at the studio rate. | 15–25 min drive, no pickup wait | Dance families with costume bags, three to five people on the same flight, and early or late flights. | Book ahead: our fleet is small and runs first come, first served. For one person traveling light, the trolley or UberX is cheaper. |
Our take: one adult with a backpack and a daytime flight should take the trolley or an UberX. A dance family with garment bags and a costume case, or several families on the same flight, comes out close on cost and well ahead on certainty with a booked car. The same five people in UberX need two cars, roughly $70–$110 each way before tips and surge, against $190 for the round trip in one Escalade IQ-L at the studio rate.
Planning the weekend
- Flying in Thursday or Friday: send your flight number with the request. We track it and move the pickup if you are late.
- Sunday after the closing show: the typical schedule ends at 4:30 PM. For a domestic flight, plan a pickup at the Gaylord about 95 minutes before departure. A 7:30 PM flight means a 5:55 PM pickup.
- Monday morning flights: all three cars are open Monday. Early pickups before 7 AM need 24 hours' notice.
- Costumes and bags: tell us your bag count, including garment bags and costume cases, so we match the car to the load.
- Car seats: we do not provide them. Bring your own car seat or booster and we give you time at the curb to install it, at no charge.
- Dancers under 18: tell us who is riding and who is meeting them. See our minor and teen transportation page.
- Staying at another hotel? We also run daily rides between nearby hotels and the Gaylord. Ask when you book.
Book both airport legs now
One car per trip · flight tracked · flat per-car rates · studio rate at five round trips.
Call or text (858) 522-0264Request your car for 24 Seven San Diego
Send the request and our team texts or calls to confirm, usually within 15 minutes. Requests are first come, first served and timestamped on arrival. Prefer to skip the form? Call (858) 522-0264 or text us.
Questions from dance families
When and where is 24 Seven Dance Convention in San Diego in 2026?
24 Seven Dance Convention's San Diego stop runs November 20–22, 2026 at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, 1000 H Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910. 24 Seven posts the San Diego competition and workshop schedules one week before the event. The host hotel block is sold out, so many families are staying at nearby hotels.
How far is the Gaylord Pacific from San Diego airport?
About 12 miles. The drive from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the Gaylord Pacific in Chula Vista takes 15–25 minutes on I-5 South in normal traffic.
How much is a private car from SAN to the Gaylord Pacific for 24 Seven?
Elite Green Transportation charges a flat rate per car, each way: $80 in the BMW i7 (up to 2 passengers), $100 in the Rivian R1S (up to 4) and $120 in the Cadillac Escalade IQ-L (up to 5). No surge, flight tracking and a 20-minute wait are included. Call or text (858) 522-0264.
Is there a discount for a round trip or for a whole dance studio?
Yes. Book both airport legs together and the round trip is $140 in the BMW i7, $180 in the Rivian R1S or $220 in the Escalade IQ-L. When one studio books five or more round trips, every family in that studio pays the studio rate: $130, $160 or $190 per round trip. Each trip is its own private car.
What is the cheapest way from SAN to the Gaylord Pacific?
Public transit. Take the free San Diego Flyer bus from the terminal to Old Town Transit Center, ride the Blue Line trolley south to H Street ($3 per person since October 1, 2026), then walk about 0.7 miles or catch the free Bayfront circulator (8 AM to 6 PM). Plan on 75–90 minutes.
Is Uber or a booked car better for a dance family?
For one or two people with light bags, UberX is usually cheaper at about $35–$55. For a family with garment bags and costume cases, or several families on the same flight, a booked car is close in cost per person and removes surge and pickup-wait risk. Five people in the Escalade IQ-L at the studio rate pay $38 each for both legs.
Can our studio book several cars at once?
Yes. We assign one private car to each trip, with up to 5 passengers per car. Book one trip per flight group and we stage the cars for each arrival. Our fleet is small, so availability is first come, first served.
Do you provide car seats or booster seats?
No. Parents bring and install their own car seat or booster, and we build in extra time at the curb for it at no charge.
Do we pay a deposit?
No deposit and no prepayment. You pay after each ride by cash, Zelle, Venmo or a card payment link.
What if our flight is delayed?
We track your flight, so a delay moves your pickup with it. A 20-minute curbside wait is included.
When should we book the Sunday ride back to the airport?
Book it with your arrival. On 24 Seven's typical schedule the closing show runs 3:00 to 4:30 PM Sunday. For a domestic flight, plan a Gaylord pickup about 95 minutes before departure: a 7:30 PM flight means a 5:55 PM pickup.
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Event dates and typical schedule from 24 Seven Dance tour dates and About 24 Seven. MTS $3 fare effective October 1, 2026 per Times of San Diego. Gaylord parking per published hotel rates. Ride-hail and taxi figures are typical non-surge estimates. Rates from EGT's published rate card; licensed TCP #0046494-A, $1.5M commercial liability insurance, Choctaw Nation & woman-owned. Checked .