Exhibitor FAQs.
Exhibitor FAQs
Get ready to make the most of your time on the show floor!
From booth space and registration to rules and regulations, travel and onsite logistics — we’ve got answers to the questions exhibitors ask most. Let’s get you ready for your best, smoothest NAB Show yet!

Booth and Space Selection | Contractors and Services | Planning and Preparation | Marketing and Press | Registration | Rules and Regulations | Show Hours and Access | Travel and Hotels
Planning and Preparation
Exhibitor Dashboard
Your central hub for payments, registration, guest passes and profile updates.
Booth and Space Selection
How do I reserve exhibit space?
Connect with a member of the NAB Show Sales Team:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 202.595.1953
Can I change booths?
Absolutely! Reach out to the NAB Show Sales Team to review availability.
What is the payment schedule?
Full payment (100% balance) is due by December 31, 2025. Payments are made through your Exhibitor Dashboard.
How do I update our contact infomation?
Did your point of contact change? No problem. Email the NAB Show Team to update your company’s exhibitor contact record.
Rules and Regulations
What are they?
View the NAB Show Rules and Regulations to ensure you comply.
All exhibitors must also comply with:
What technical roles can I bring to my booth?
Check the Las Vegas Convention Center before planning labor or installation. You may also opt for a Turnkey Booth Package for a hassle-free setup! Freeman’s Products and Services page offers additional booth add-ons.
You may bring your own team to perform the following roles:
- Technical director, video/audio engineer, lighting programmer, camera operator.
Please direct requests for custom booth builds to [email protected].
What services cannot be provided by outside vendors / exhibitor appointed contractors?
- Electrical, plumbing and all other utilities, internet and WIFI, material handling, rigging, booth cleaning or vacuuming, and catering / food service.
- Exhibitors must submit EAC forms and COIs for approval by NAB.
- Outside vendors/ EAC’s must be vetted through the LVCC EAC process and follow the union labor mandate.
When am I required to provide an engineering stamp?
- Required for any structure that is suspended, rigged, or ground supported (Truss, Modular Build Systems, LED and Video Display Systems, wood structures or any other material used).
- Provide an assembly and disassembly plan that includes proper back bracing and ballasting.
- Must be stamped by a US licensed engineer and submitted for review.
- Submit to: [email protected] with show name, booth number and/or exhibiting company.
What is considered A/V equipment?
Lighting: Fixtures, programable, theatrical, dimmable.
Audio: Speakers, mixers, microphones, peripherals.
Video: LED Walls, coordinated images, video display systems, video controllers, cameras, live feed monitors.
Who can install A/V equipment in booths?
You can install your own equipment if all of the following applies:
- The equipment is manufactured by your company.
- Installation must be performed by full-time employees of the exhibitor’s manufacturing company. To confirm their employment status, it is recommended that all full-time staff bring appropriate documentation verifying their current employment.
- The total A/V equipment draws under 20A/120V.
- The A/V equipment is ground-supported and not hung overhead from ceiling or truss.
Freeman responsibility if one or more of the following apply:
- Total A/V equipment power exceeds 20A/120V.
- Overhead hanging (suspended from the ceiling or truss), rigged equipment, or special electrical work is needed such as power distribution.
What is an On/Off fee?
An On/Off Fee applies when specialized electrical labor is required to power your audio visual (A/V) equipment on at the start of each Show day and off at the end of each Show day. This fee is tied directly to the amount and type of power your equipment requires.
When Is On/Off Labor Required?
- If the total power draw of your AV equipment exceeds 20A/120V, the venue must supply a certified electrician to safely energize and de energize the equipment each day. This is because higher amperage circuits cannot be switched on or off by exhibitors for safety and compliance reasons.
- If you order more than one 20A/120V circuit, electrical labor must perform the daily on/off switching.
When Is the Fee Not Required?
- If you order 24 hour power, no on/off labor is needed.
- Your equipment remains energized continuously, eliminating the need for daily switching.
- If you have a single 20A/120V circuit or less, you may turn the power on and off yourself each day.
Who can install cables and do electrical work
You may lay cables yourself if all the following apply:
- They are non-electrical (like HDMI or Ethernet) and do not require power distribution.
- They are laid above the carpet and don’t interfere with electrical installation layout.
- They are not suspended from the ceiling.
Freeman responsibility if one or more of the following apply:
- Any additional electrical distribution beyond installation of the main power drop. This includes distribution of electrical under carpeting, through booth walls, etc.
- Electrical cable is part of a network or AV equipment that draws over 20A/120V or requires coordination with Freeman’s electrical team.
Who can setup truss and chain hoist?
You may set up truss if all of these apply:
- The truss is ground supported.
- Not mechanized or self-climbing.
- No electrical or AV equipment is attached to the truss.
Freeman responsibility if one or more of the following apply:
- If the truss supports electrical or AV equipment.
- Chain hoist installation and operation even if equipment is owned and manufactured by exhibitor.
- Any overhead work suspended equipment from the ceiling or overhead.
Registration
What are the different types of badges?
- Exhibitor Badge: For your booth staff. Includes early/late access to the show floor.
- Manufacturer Rep Badge: For third-party sales reps. Includes restricted access.
- Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC): For EACs to enter the Exhibit Hall before or after show hours on show days. Note: EACs are not allowed in the hall during public show hours.
Does every staff member need to register?
Yes. Everyone on the show floor must have a valid badge.
How many free exhibitor badges do I receive?
Every exhibitor receives eight badges per 100 sq. ft. of booth space. Additional badges can be purchased for $25 through your Exhibitor Dashboard.
How do I invite customers or guests?
Every exhibitor will receive a Guest Pass Code available in your Exhibitor Dashboard by January 1, 2026, to invite clients at no additional cost.
How do I add a conference pass to my exhibitor registration?
Conference passes can be purchased during the registration process. When registering, select “Add Conference Pass” to include educational access. Passes may also be added later via the registration confirmation link.
Receipts and fees
- Your confirmation email serves as your receipt. You can resend it via your Exhibitor Dashboard.
- Substitutions: $25 fee after registration.
- Corrections (e.g., name spelling): Free if the original badge is returned onsite.
- Reprints: $50 for lost badges.
Is there an age restriction?
Yes, attendees must be 16 years or older to enter the show floor.
Show Hours and Access
What are the 2026 Show hours?
- Sunday, April 19: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Monday, April 20: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 21: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 22: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Exhibitor Access: 7:30 a.m. daily
Contractors and Services
Who is the general contractor?
Freeman is the official contractor.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 888 508 5054
Lead Retrieval
To order lead retrieval, please refer to your Exhibitor Dashboard.
Is Wi-Fi included on the show floor?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in lobbies and common areas. For dedicated internet or secured lines in your booth, order via the Exhibitor Dashboard.
Marketing and Press
Can I film or take pictures at the Show?
Personal photography and video are allowed but may require exhibitor permission. NAB retains ownership of all event imagery and recordings. Commercial filming requires prior approval.
Travel and Hotels
What airport serves Las Vegas?
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Are hotel discounts available?
Yes. NAB partners with Expovision for discounted hotel rates. Book early through the official housing site.
Still have questions?
Please contact our team via email at [email protected]. Upon receipt, a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.