EA Networking Bar
The Career Bar will provide a social networking area that includes couches and tables so developers can have drinks and relax while discussing career opportunities.
West Hall Expo Hours:
Wednesday, Feb 20 - 9:00am-6:00pm
Thursday, Feb 21- 9:00am-6:00pm
Friday, Feb 22- 9:00am-3:00pm
Sponsored by: 
Playstation Interactive Lounge
The Interactive Lounge will include PS3 demo stations and computers with internet access, 
surrounded by tables and couches making it the perfect spot to mix business with pleasure.
West Hall Expo Hours:
Wednesday, Feb 20 - 9:00am-6:00pm
Thursday, Feb 21- 9:00am-6:00pm
Friday, Feb 22- 9:00am-3:00pm
Sponsored by: 
Thursday, February 21st, 8pm - 10pm
W Hotel, Ballroom Level
Last year, Suite Night returned to the GDC in grand style with leading game industry companies sponsoring 6 networking parties on the Ballroom Level of the main GDC Hotel. In 2008, Suite Night will take over the W Hotel in San Francisco, two blocks from the convention center, providing a truly unique venue for developers to mingle and discuss the latest technologies, games and career opportunities.
Sponsored by:
Created and produced by video game composers Tommy Tallarico and Jack Wall, Video Games Live is an immersive concert event featuring music from the biggest video games of all time. Top orchestras and choirs around the world perform along with exclusive video footage and music arrangements, synchronized lighting, solo performers, electronic percussion, live action and unique interactive segments to create an explosive one-of-a-kind entertainment experience. Exclusive VGL discounts are provided for GDC members. Seats are limited, Click here to find out more.
Video Games Live Info:
Friday, February 22nd, 8pm - 10pm
Nob Hill Masonic Center
Microsoft Casual Games Reception
Monday, February 18, 6pm-8pm
W Hotel, Great Room 2
Join the movers and shakers driving the growth of the casual games industry at the GDC 2008 Casual Games Reception sponsored by Microsoft Casual Games. Network with attendees, speakers and sponsors immediately following the Casual Games Summit.
Game Connection Reception
Tuesday, February 19, 5pm - 7pm
Moscone West, Level 3
Network with the most influential business development professionals and innovative game developers in the industry at the Game Connection Reception. Open to Game Connection attendees only.
Outsourcing Summit Reception
Tuesday, February 19, 6pm-8pm
Moscone Center, Lower Lobby, North Hall
Join the game outsourcing community for hors d' oeuvres, cocktails, and networking directly following the Outsourcing Summit. This reception is open to all Outsourcing Summit Attendees.
Tuesday, February 19th, 8pm-12am
Westin on Market (across from Moscone)
Come network and schmooze with fellow IGDA members and kick off GDC food, drinks and festivities. This social event is exclusively for IGDA members. Not a member? You can join at the IGDA booth, or right at the party.
East Meets West Reception
Tuesday, February 19th, 9pm-11pm
Jillian's
By Invitation Only
The 5th annual East Meets West Reception brings Japanese attendees together with GDC speakers, advisory board members, and industry VIPs to exchange ideas on the latest trends and innovations in the interactive entertainment industry.
ISM Charity Poker Tournament
The 2nd Annual ISM CHARITY POKER INVITATIONAL, is back in conjunction with the Games Developer Conference. We’ll play TEXAS HOLD 'EM for prizes, trophies and bragging rights.
ISM Charity Poker Tournament Info:
Tuesday, February 19th, 8pm - 12am
San Francisco Marriot
Open to all GDC attendees. Registration is limited. Sponsorship Opportunities: poker@ism-agency.com.
Career Pavilion Booth Crawl
Wednesday, February 20, 4:30-6pm
Explore the floor with drink in hand, seeking out information on the latest innovations presented at the GDC Expo. Talk with company experts in a more relaxed atmosphere, and get your questions answered as you snack on happy hour goodies and enjoy catching up with technology — and friends. Stop by id Software's Career Pavilon booth #618 and enjoy food and drinks while networking and discussing career opportunities.
North Hall Booth Crawl
Wednesday, February 20, 4:30-6pm
Explore the floor with drink in hand, seeking out information on the latest innovations presented at the GDC Expo. Talk with company experts in a more relaxed atmosphere, and get your questions answered as you snack on happy hour goodies and enjoy catching up with technology — and friends.
San Francisco Attractions & Nightlife
Fisherman's Wharf
The ultimate tourist's dream - access to a myriad of souvenir shops, restaurants, and sea lions all in one centralized area. Visit Pier 39, the Cannery and Ghirardelli Square for all your shopping indulgences. Street entertainers will amuse you amidst the spectacular backdrop of San Francisco Bay.
Cable Cars
Ride the legendary cable cars for breathtaking views and a first-hand experience of the streets of San Francisco . Purchase one-way tickets at the cable car terminals, police/information booths or on board the car itself. For unlimited all-day access invest in a $6 Muni pass good for rides on the cable car lines, buses and streetcars.
Alcatraz Island
Over 14 million people have visited Alcatraz for a glimpse of life in the prison known as "the Rock." Take a ten-minute boat ride to the infamous maximum-security prison where criminals such Al Capone, "Machine Gun" Kelly, and Robert "The Birdman" Stroud were kept isolated from the public.
Golden Gate Bridge
A San Francisco icon, and a sightseer's must see. The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the world's most beautiful and most photographed bridges. There's only one way to experience it - put on some comfortable shoes and take the hour roundtrip walk across!
Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Park is the largest urban park in San Francisco, . At 1017 acres, it is in the shape of a long rectangle, similar in shape but 174 acres larger than New York's Central Park. A narrow strip, known as The Panhandle, extends from the eastern end of the park. The park was planned in the 1860s and built in the 1870s on land that was thought to be uninhabitable. The park contains several San Francisco landmarks, including the De Young Museum and the Conservatory of Flowers
Chinatown
Enter the world of the Far East while staying in San Francisco. Just steps away from Union Square you can meander amongst a bustling neighborhood of Chinese temples, exotic herb shops, Asian restaurants, fish markets, bookstores, produce markets, and bakeries. Buy fortune cookies or have your palm read along the way!
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
SFMOMA opened in 1935 as the first museum on the West Coast devoted solely to 20th century art. Open daily (except Wednesdays) from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Shop for posters, books, and apparel in the Museum Store and support the exhibitions and programs the museum offers.
Union Square
In the epicenter of downtown San Francisco you will find a 2.6 acre manicured park serving as a haven for both people-watching and world class shopping. Enjoy the finest names in fashion, dining, and theatre, or enjoy a cup of coffee and simply watch the world go by.
Ferry Building
Not only is the Ferry Building the gateway to San Francisco's Financial District, it is also a jumping off point to many local destinations -- many within walking distance, others accessed by the famous cable cars that run through the streets of San Francisco. With the recent renovation of the Ferry Building and the Ferry Building Marketplace, there's lots to do at this dynamic locale. The new Marketplace has shopping, dining, a year-round farmer's market (Sat/Sun/Tue/Thu), plus free tours of the Ferry Building on Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays at noon.
Pier 39
Among the City's most visited attractions, Pier 39's entertainment options include V -- The Ultimate Variety Show; Turbo Ride; Blue & Gold Fleet Bay cruises; and Alcatraz Island Tours; Riptide Arcade and Studio 39. As many as 800 sea lions now reside on the pier's "K" dock.
Day Trips from San Francisco
In addition to San Francisco's attractions, there are plenty of fantastic day trips to explore. Experience the tranquility of wine country or explore the charming towns along the ocean.
LOCAL BARS & RESTAURANTS
For Restaurants:
http://www.sfcvb.org/convention/directory.asp?mbc=RESTSF
For Nightclubs: http://www.sfcvb.org/convention/directory.asp?mbc=NIGHTCLUB
http://www.sfcvb.org/convention/directory.asp?mbc=NIGHTREST
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