Registration & Logistics
NAB Show & You: Better Together
Badges, Passes, Access & Accommodations
From registration, access and hotel booking information to understanding the different badge and pass types for the Show floor, these specifics will help get you and your team Show-ready.
REGISTRATION
There are a number of Exhibitor Badge types available to allow you and your extended team to build your booth and maximize your experience at NAB Show. No one will be granted access to the Exhibit Hall without an official Show badge or Pass. Badge types, Passes and allotments are detailed below. Please note: Persons with an Attendee Badge will not be permitted entry into the Exhibit Hall outside published Show Hours. No one under the age of 16 is permitted at any point. To enter the Unites States many international visitors will require a visa. Learn More
Exclusive Registration Vendor
Maritz
Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. U.S. ET
Email | 864 208 8418
SHOW BADGES
The Exhibitor Badge is for your team members working your booth at the event. This badge gives access to the Exhibit Hall before and after Show Hours. Exhibitor Badges may not be used for outside vendors doing work in your booth or your customers. If Show Management sees that you are using Exhibitor Badges for non-booth staff, Show Management has the right to revoke the badges.
Allotment: 8 Exhibitor Badges per 100 sq. ft. (9 sq. m) of booth space purchased.
All other staff working the event must purchase an Exhibitor Badge for $25. Show Management reserves the right to change this allotment at any time.
The Exhibitor-Appointed Contractor (EAC) Badge is required for any vendors you hire that is not an NAB Show Exclusive or Preferred Vendor. EACs will ONLY be granted access to the Exhibit Hall if the EAC is registered via the online portal and Show Management has received and approved the Certificate of Insurance (COI) on file.
Allotment: Unlimited
The Manufacturer Representative Badge is typically for a sales agent who independently sells an exhibiting company’s products, is not a direct employee of the exhibiting company, and may represent multiple companies. Manufacturer Representatives have restricted access to the Exhibit Hall.
Allotment: Unlimited
SHOW PASSES
The Session Pass gives your registered booth staff access to sessions within select NAB Show Conference programs. Session Passes are not required to attend sessions taking place in the Exhibit Hall at the Experiential Zones. Exhibitors do not need to register specific individuals for Session Passes. Once Session Passes are picked up at any registration counter onsite, they may be shared among staff.
Allotment: Based on your booth size:
100 – 400 sq. ft.: 2 passes
401 – 900 sq. ft.: 5 passes
1,000 – 1,999 sq. ft.: 7 passes
2,000+ sq. ft.: 10 passes
Off-Hours Work Pass (Move-in)
If you need to complete work outside scheduled move-in and move-out hours, you can obtain an Off-Hours Work Pass in room C102, Central Hall from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
If your company has been pre-approved to host a special event before or after Show Hours, you can pick up Special Event Passes for your guests in room C102, Central Hall from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Exhibitor Appointed Contractors are allowed access to the Exhibit Hall during move-in and move-out only. For morning and evening access on Show days, you must obtain a Booth Maintenance Pass from C102, Central Hall from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hotel
Easily book your stay at some of the best-rated resorts and hotels in Las Vegas. Housing options are managed exclusively by Expovision to offer you the lowest hotel rates, reward points from your preferred hotel brand, better networking where attendees are staying and reservation protection.
Exclusive Housing Vendor
Expovision
Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. U.S. ET
Email | 888 622 8830
Exhibitor/EAC Registration Access Hours & Information
Registration/Show Floor Access Rules
- If you wish to continue setup outside of these hours, you must get an Off-Hours Work Pass from the office, C102 during office hours, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- EAC’s may not access the hall during show hours
- Saturday, April 15 – Exhibitors and pre-registered EAC’s with Saturday target move-in only
- Sunday, April 16 – Exhibitors must have a badge to access the hall on and after this date
- Sunday, April 16 – All EACs must be out of the hall by 11 a.m.
- Thursday, April 20 – EAC’s and Exhibitors can pick up Thursday and Friday wristbands
Exhibitor Registration and Show Floor Hours
Move-In
| Day | Registration Hours | Registration Locations | Show Floor Access | Manufacturer Rep Hours | Freeman Service Desk Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, April 10 – Tuesday, April 11 | *wristbands at security | *wristbands at security | 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. | N/A | N/A |
| Wednesday, April 12 – Friday, April 14 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. | N/A | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Saturday, April 15 | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. | 12 – 6 p.m. | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
Show Days
| Day | Registration Hours | Registration Locations | Show Floor Access | Manufacturer Rep Hours | Freeman Service Desk Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, April 16 | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 6:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. | 6:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| Monday, April 17 – Tuesday, April 18 | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. | 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| Wednesday, April 19 | 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. | 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Move-Out
| Day | Registration Hours | Registration Locations | Show Floor Access | Manufacturer Rep Hours | Freeman Service Desk Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, April 19 | 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. | 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. | 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. |
| Thursday, April 20 | 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. | N/A | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| Friday, April 21 | 6:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. | N/A | 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) Registration and Show Floor Hours
Move-In
| Day | Registration Hours | Registration Locations | Show Floor Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, April 10 – Tuesday, April 11 | N/A | N/A | 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. |
| Wednesday, April 12 – Thursday April 13 | 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. |
| Friday, April 14 | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. |
| Saturday, April 15 | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. |
Show Days
| Day | Registration Hours | Registration Locations | Show Floor Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, April 16 | 7 – 8:30 a.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | N/A |
| Monday, April 17- Wednesday, April 19 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Move-Out
| Day | Registration Hours | Registration Locations | Show Floor Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, April 19 | 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. |
| Thursday, April 20 | 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| Friday, April 21 | 6:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | West Hall, N4, C102 | 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Special Access Passes Access & Information
The passes below can be picked up at C102, Central Hall. Passes are only valid DAILY. Special-access is limited to the following Hall entrances:
- North Hall (N1)
- Central Hall (C1)
- West Hall (W1)
Off-Hours Work Pass (Move-in)
If you need to complete work outside scheduled move-in and move-out hours, you can obtain an Off-Hours Work Pass in room C102, Central Hall from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Special Event Pass (Show Days)
If your company has been pre-approved to host a special event before or after Show hours, you can pick up passes for your event guests in room C102, Central Hall from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Booth Maintenance Pass (Show Days)
Exhibitor Appointed Contractors are allowed access to the Exhibit Halls during move-in and move-out only. For morning and evening access on Show days, you must obtain a Booth Maintenance Pass from C102, Central Hall from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Booth Maintenance Pass Show Floor Hours
Show Days
| Day | Show Floor Access |
|---|---|
| Sunday, April 16 | 7 – 11 a.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. |
| Monday, April 17 – Tuesday, April 18 | 7 – 9 a.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. |
| Wednesday, April 19 | 7 – 9 a.m. |