San Francisco Regional Mensa Presents Brilliance by the Bay
Join us on November 20-22, 2024 for our annual Regional Gathering where we’ll be bringing you 3 days of programs, games, gifted youth activities, and hospitality. at the Bayfront Hilton in Burlingame, CA.
A Mensa Regional Gathering (RG) is a social event organized by local or regional Mensa groups, where members and their guests come together for a weekend of activities, presentations, and socializing. RGs typically feature a variety of programs, including guest speakers, workshops, games, and special interest group meetings. These gatherings provide an opportunity for members to connect, share ideas, and engage in intellectually stimulating conversations in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Each RG is unique, often reflecting the interests and culture of the hosting region.
Hotel
HILTON SAN FRANCISCO AIRPORT BAYFRONT
600 Airport Blvd., Burlingame, CA 94010 | (650) 340-8500
The hotel is conveniently located near the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and there is a complimentary shuttle between the hotel and SFO Airport. SFO has a BART station connected to the G Terminal. Central Burlingame’s shopping and dining options are within three miles, and the San Francisco Bay Trail is steps away. Enjoy our indoor pool, fitness center, and free WiFi.
We have a room block reserved at Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront for November 16, 2026 through November 25, 2026.
Booking your room is simple, just select “Book a Room” to receive your group’s preferred rate.
If you encounter any trouble in reserving your room, or if it seems that the nights you want are unavailable, take no further action until you contact our Hotel Liaison Ed Rose at . DO NOT BOOK with any third party site, nor even directly with the Hilton on their public website (use our link only).
Group Room Rates
The Group Rate is $139 (not including taxes and fees) and includes discounted parking $20.00 per night. The rate listed below includes 1.70% mandatory charge per stay, but excludes tax.
Rooms and Rates
- 1 King Bed Deluxe Room – $139.00
- 2 Double Bed Deluxe Room – $139.00
ATTENTION: When you open the hotel booking link, the site may automatically select a 9-day window. Please remember to click ‘Edit Stay’ to update the dates to the event schedule (Nov 20–22). We look forward to seeing you there!
Registration Rates
All registrations include a plated lunch on Saturday and Hospitality with snacks and beverages.
ADULT FULL 3-DAY
$155 – through 9/4/2026
$165 – through 10/9/2026
$175 – through 11/13/2026
$190 – at the door
ADULT FRIDAY ONLY – $60 (flat rate)
ADULT SATURDAY ONLY
$130 – through 9/4/2026
$140 – through 10/9/2026
$150 – through 11/13/2026
$165 – at the door
ADULT SUNDAY ONLY – $35 (flat rate)
CHILD (age 17 & under) – $80 (flat rate)
OPTIONAL MEAL
Saturday Keynote Speaker Dinner $105 (tax and tip included)
Dining
SATURDAY LUNCH – GOURMET DELI BUFFET
~ Chef’s Homemade Potato Salad
~ Classic Caesar Hearts of Romaine, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Croutons and Creamy Caesar Dressing
~ Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil and Balsamic Vinaigrette
~ Assorted Deli Meats: Ham, Roast Beef, Turkey
~ Sliced Cheddar and Pepper Jack Cheese, Sliced Tomato, Onions, Lettuce
~ Mayonnaise and Mustard, Assorted Sliced Breads
~ Cookies and Brownies
~ Fresh Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Assorted Teas and Iced Tea
SATURDAY KEYNOTE SPEAKER PLATED DINNER – $105/person
Included: Fresh Baked Rolls & Butter, Fresh Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Assorted Teas, and Iced Tea
First Course: Baby Arugula, Orange Segments, Almonds, Goat Cheese, and Red Wine Vinaigrette
Entree: Roasted Pork Loin with Honey Dijon Demi-Glace and Seasonal Vegetables
Dessert: Tiramisu
Vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options are available upon request:
~ Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce
~ Curry Roasted Cauliflower Vegetable Medley, Red Pepper Coulis
Events & Speakers
We have a wonderful lineup of events for you with speakers covering various topics, fun activities to get to know your fellow Mensans, and workshops.
We will also have youth programming from hands-on STEM activities to video games! NOTE: Anyone under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. NO DROP OFFS.
2026 REGIONAL GATHERING – PROGRAM
Browse sessions by track
Latest RG News
Meet Our Mensa Foundation-Sponsored Keynote Speaker Yiying Lu
We’re excited to announce that Yiying Lu, an award-winning artist, designer, and global creative leader, is joining Brilliance by the Bay as our Mensa Foundation-sponsored keynote speaker! Yiying will present “Designing for Belonging: Creativity Connects Us,” exploring how visual language, creativity, and storytelling can connect people across cultures and communities.
Meet our Saturday Night RG Keynote Speaker Lisa Pruitt
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Lisa Pruitt will be our keynote speaker at the San Francisco Regional Mensa Regional Gathering in San Rafael from November 20-22, 2026. Dr. Pruitt will on “Engineering an Authentic Life” where we will explore introspection to build an actionable plan for a purposeful and authentic life.
Announcing Our First Round of RG Speakers
We’re excited to announce our first round of speakers who will be at SFRM’s Regional Gathering this November 20-22nd including our Saturday night keynote speaker and youth-exclusive and youth-friendly sessions.
Registration is Open for Our 2026 Brilliance by the Bay Regional Gathering in Burlingame
The wait is over, registration for the 2026 SFRM Regional Gathering (RG) is officially live!
Something Exciting Is Coming to the 2026 SFRM Regional Gathering
The 2026 San Francisco Regional Mensa Regional Gathering (RG) is shaping up to be unlike any we’ve hosted before. We’re especially excited to announce a new partnership with the Mensa Foundation.
Exciting News: SFRM Partners with the Mensa Foundation for this Year’s RG
We are thrilled to announce that San Francisco Regional Mensa has officially entered into a sponsored partnership with the Mensa Foundation for our upcoming Regional Gathering in Burlingame, CA.