Register Now for the American Association of Drilling Engineers (AADE) Houston 30th Annual Casino Night – January 31, 2026 – Houston, TX

Event Details
When: January 31, 2026 @ 7:00 PM to February 1, 2026 @ 12:00 AM
Where: Marriott Marquis Downtown
1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010
4th Floor
7:00 PM – Midnight

Please double-check the dates when booking. Limited Friday rooms available, but the event is Saturday, Jan 31. Deadline to book is January 16 (unless sold out).

Attire

This is a formal event with a black-tie option. Jeans, t-shirts, or golf shirts are not permitted.

Parking Options

• Valet Parking: $38 up to 6 hours. Inform valet of event rate.
• Self-Parking (Avenida North Garage): Discounted $20 during event (validation required). Garage connects to hotel via skywalk.
• Light Rail stops at the hotel.

Event Schedule (Texas Ballroom – 4th Floor)

• 7:00 PM: Doors Open (e-ticket required; no tickets sold at the door)
• 7:00 – 10:30 PM: Martini Bar, Champagne Divas, Casino, Caricatures, Glitter Bar, Photo Booths, Photos
• 7:00 – 9:30 PM: Buffet-Style Dinner
• Music by The Spazmatics
• 9:30 PM: Dessert & Coffee Bar
• 10:30 PM: Pizza Bar
• 11:00 PM: Door Prize & Grand Prize Drawings (must be present to win)

Note: Due to the open martini bar, guests under 21 are not permitted.

Tickets

All tickets are electronic—no physical tickets will be mailed.

How to Transfer Tickets:
Afton provides step-by-step instructions for transferring tickets electronically.

• Go to: aftontickets.com/login
• Log in using the email used for purchase (use “Forgot Password” if needed)
• Select “My Tickets” → Choose your purchase → Select a ticket to transfer
• Send the ticket to your guest by email

Note: There is no Afton app; use a web browser.

Why Your Support Matters

The AADE Houston Casino Night helps fund educational initiatives, including scholarships for AADE students at Texas A&M and the University of Houston. Up to 10 scholarships are awarded annually based on merit and need. Your support also contributes to impactful educational programs throughout Houston. The Houston Chapter is grateful for your continued generosity.