Getting to the Conference

Background

Getting to MLSP 2026

We look forward to welcoming attendees from around the world to IEEE MLSP 2026, taking place September 28–October 1, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia.

The conference will be held at Centennial Hall on Georgia State University’s downtown Atlanta campus, located at 100 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303.

Conference Location

Centennial Hall – Georgia State University
100 Auburn Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30303

Centennial Hall is located in the heart of downtown Atlanta at the intersection of Auburn Avenue and Courtland Street. The venue is accessible by MARTA, rideshare, and several nearby parking facilities.

Official Conference Hotel

Ellis Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
176 Peachtree Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30303

The Ellis Hotel is located in downtown Atlanta and is approximately an 8–12 minute walk from Centennial Hall, depending on walking pace and the venue entrance used.

Parking at Georgia State University

Attendees driving to the conference have several parking options near Centennial Hall.

GSU T Deck – Recommended Campus Option

43 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

T Deck is a convenient Georgia State University visitor parking option located on Auburn Avenue near Centennial Hall.

GSU currently lists weekday visitor parking at designated campus decks at $10 per day/entry, subject to space availability and applicable parking restrictions. Visitors should follow posted signage and payment instructions when entering the deck.

Because conference attendance may coincide with normal weekday university traffic, we recommend arriving early if you plan to park on campus.

Additional GSU Visitor Parking

Georgia State also maintains additional visitor parking facilities throughout the downtown campus, including parking near 75 Piedmont Avenue and the K, N, and S Deck area on Gilmer Street. Availability can vary throughout the day, particularly during weekday morning peak periods.

For the most current visitor parking information and campus parking availability, visit the Georgia State University Parking & Transportation visitor parking page. GSU Visitor Parking Information

Nearby Public Parking

Several privately operated parking garages are also located within the immediate downtown area.

Woodruff Volunteer Center Parking Deck

63 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

This covered parking deck is located near Auburn Avenue and Courtland Street and provides another option close to Centennial Hall.

Piedmont Pad Garage

25 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

This covered public parking garage is located near the intersection of Piedmont and Auburn avenues, a short distance from the Georgia State campus.

Rates and availability at privately operated garages are not controlled by MLSP or Georgia State University and may change based on time of day or demand. Please check posted rates before parking.

Taking MARTA from the Airport

MARTA is one of the easiest and most economical ways to travel from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to downtown Atlanta.

Airport → Downtown Atlanta

From the Domestic Terminal, follow signs from baggage claim to the MARTA Airport Station.

Take a northbound Red Line or Gold Line train directly to Peachtree Center Station. No transfer is required under normal daytime service. Peachtree Center serves both Red and Gold Line trains.
The standard MARTA fare is currently $2.50 per trip.

Peachtree Center → Centennial Hall

From Peachtree Center Station, exit toward Peachtree Street and walk east toward Auburn Avenue and Courtland Street.

Centennial Hall is approximately a 10-minute walk from Peachtree Center Station.

Peachtree Center → Ellis Hotel

The Ellis Hotel is only a short walk from Peachtree Center Station, making MARTA particularly convenient for attendees staying at the official conference hotel.

International travelers: MARTA’s Airport Station is located at the Domestic Terminal. Passengers arriving at the International Terminal can use the airport’s free terminal shuttle to reach the Domestic Terminal ground transportation center and MARTA station.

Uber & Lyft

Uber and Lyft are widely available throughout Atlanta and are a convenient option for attendees traveling with luggage or arriving outside MARTA service hours.

Airport → Ellis Hotel

Enter:

Ellis Hotel
176 Peachtree Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30303

Travel time is typically around 20–30 minutes without heavy traffic, although weekday rush hour and major downtown events can significantly increase travel time. Rideshare fares vary based on demand.

Airport → Centennial Hall

Enter:

Centennial Hall, Georgia State University
100 Auburn Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30303

Travel time is typically around 20–30 minutes without heavy traffic.

Rideshare Pickup at ATL

Domestic Terminal: Uber and Lyft passengers should follow the orange Rideshare signs to the designated pickup area in the North Economy lot. ATL recommends requesting your ride only after you arrive at the pickup zone.

International Terminal: Rideshare pickup is located on the Arrivals Level outer curb. Follow airport signage