Anaheim · January 9–11 & 16–18, 2027
Girls West Coast Qualifier 2027: Anaheim parent travel guide
Heading to Anaheim for the Girls West Coast Junior National Qualifier? Weekend 1 is Jan 9–11, 2027 and Weekend 2 is Jan 16–18, 2027, at the Anaheim Convention Center (800 W Katella Ave), with some play listed at Momentous Sports Center in Irvine. Check the USA Volleyball event page for your division's weekend and schedule.
Which weekend is my daughter's division? · Getting there and around · Where to stay · Eating near the convention center · Parking · Weather and what to pack · Schedule tips
Which weekend is my daughter's division?
- Weekend 1: Jan 9–11 11s–14s and 18s in all divisions, plus 15–16 American/Liberty and 17 American.
Details - Weekend 2: Jan 16–18 (MLK weekend) 15–16 USA/Open and 17 Liberty/USA/Open.
- Two venues USA Volleyball lists the Anaheim Convention Center and Momentous Sports Center (14522 Myford Rd, Irvine), about 15 miles apart. Check your team's court site before you book a hotel.
Getting there and around
- John Wayne / Orange County (SNA) The closest airport, about 14 miles from the convention center. Usually 20–30 minutes by car or ride-share; longer at rush hour.
- Long Beach (LGB) and LAX LGB is about 20 miles away and LAX about 35 miles. LAX often has more flights, but the drive can take an hour or more in traffic.
- Getting around Anaheim Many hotels on Katella Ave and Harbor Blvd are walkable to the convention center. Anaheim Resort Transportation (ART) runs shuttle routes around the resort area; check its site for routes and fares.
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Where to stay
- Walkable hotels Hotels on W Katella Ave and Convention Way (for example the Anaheim Marriott, Hilton Anaheim, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites and Desert Palms) are a short walk from the halls. Suites with two queens and a sofa bed help bigger families.
- Harbor Blvd and Garden Grove Hotels along S Harbor Blvd and in Garden Grove (about 1–2 miles) are often cheaper and many include breakfast. Plan a short drive, ride-share or ART shuttle.
- Housing rules USA Volleyball says this is not a Stay and Play event. Team Travel Source runs an optional hotel block for teams (customer service 502-354-9103). If your club requires its block, follow your club's rules.
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Eating near the convention center
- Anaheim GardenWalk (about 0.4 mi) Open-air dining center on Katella Ave and Disney Way with many large chain and sit-down restaurants (Cheesecake Factory, Bubba Gump, P.F. Chang's, California Pizza Kitchen, Roy's, FiRE+iCE and more). Several have private rooms or group menus; call ahead for a team. PlumJar has no confirmed deals with any restaurant listed here; these are public listings to help you plan. Call ahead for groups.
- Downtown Disney (about 0.9 mi) Restaurants by the Disneyland Resort, including Naples Ristorante, Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen and Splitsville (bowling plus dining). Downtown Disney is free to walk in; parking there is paid. Busy on weekend evenings, so book early.
- Near the convention center (under 0.5 mi) Puesto and Fleming's on W Katella Ave next to the Westin, a short walk from the halls. Good for smaller groups.
- Team dinner tips Saturday is the busiest night, and MLK weekend (Weekend 2) is busy across the Disneyland area. Book a big table at least a week ahead and ask about a set group menu. Tell PlumJar your team's needs once and we'll email options as restaurants confirm.
Go there
Parking
- Convention center garages and lots The Anaheim Convention Center sets a daily rate per event; recent large events charged about $25. Check the venue before you go and arrive early for the AM wave.
Details - Skip the car If your hotel is walkable, leaving the car parked at the hotel can save a daily parking fee.
Weather and what to pack
- For the player Two or three uniforms, knee pads, court shoes (plus spare laces), ankle braces or tape, a big water bottle and recovery snacks.
- For the family January in Anaheim is usually mild by day (60s°F) and cool at night (40s°F), with a chance of rain. Convention halls run cold: bring layers, a seat cushion, a portable charger and snacks. USA Volleyball doesn't provide warm-up balls or carts.
Schedule tips
- Final schedule USA Volleyball posts the final schedule at the start of the week of play.
- Doors and waves AM wave doors open at 7 AM; PM wave doors at 2:30 PM. There are no practice times at the convention center.
- Flights home The last match on the final day is scheduled for 3 PM. USA Volleyball recommends not booking flights out before 6 PM.
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