PAX WEST 2026 EXHIBITOR MANUAL

MOVE-IN DATES & TIMES

MOVE-IN

DATE HOUR
Tuesday, September 1
8:00 AM– 5:00 PM
Wednesday, September 2
8:00 AM– 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 3
8:00 AM– 8:00 PM

EXPO FLOOR HOURS

DATE HOUR REMARKS
Friday, September 4
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Media Only
Friday, September 4
10:00 AM– 6:00 PM
Saturday, September 5
10:00 AM– 6:00 PM
Sunday, September 6
10:00 AM– 6:00 PM
Monday, September 7
10:00 AM– 6:00 PM

Note: EAC’s are not allowed in the exhibit halls during the show hours.

MOVE-OUT

DATE HOUR
Monday, September 7
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday, September 8
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday, September 9
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Exhibitors meeting any of the following criteria must submit a detailed booth schematic for Fire Marshal approval to ensure a smooth setup process: [email protected]

  • Booth size of 600 sq. ft. or larger
  • Materials or objects placed over or on the exhibit
  • Booth structures exceeding 15 feet in height

Booth Package Ordering (for booths 300sqft & less) 

Tabletop ONLY Booth Package Ordering

WARNING: This Tabletop form is only for a small portion of the Tabletop exhibitors at PAX. Only complete this form if your booth is located in the Tabletop Gaming Hall (Ex – Level 0 & Flex Hall – Level 2, with extended operating hours to 12AM, and booth numbers beginning with the letters "TT").

VENDOR FORMS AND DEADLINES

WHAT TO DO AND WHEN TO DO IT


Click the appropriate links under the "Contractor Type" to be redirected to the forms and/or contractor website for more information.  Double-check the dates for these services by going to the forms in this manual. Show Management will not be held accountable for any misprints to any of the dates that are listed below. The responsibility lies with the exhibitor.

Note the DEADLINE DATES - completing these early can save you up to 30%

GES is the Official General Contractor of the PAX West and will maintain an Exhibitor Service Center during set-up, show days and dismantling.  All other official show contractors will also be set up in this area as well.  All inquiries regarding booth services and orders should be made at the Exhibitor Service Center, including booth furnishings, labor, freight, utilities, and special show services.

Any General Contractor Questions please call GES at (800.801.7648) or GES ONLINE ORDERING



AUDIO VISUAL

 

 

CONTRACTOR

REACTION AV

 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 14

TELEPHONE
949.600.8235

BOOTH PACKAGE (300 sq ft & less) - MAIN EXPO HALL

 

CONTRACTOR

GES
 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

TELEPHONE
800.801.7648

BOOTH PACKAGE - TABLETOP HALL ONLY

 

CONTRACTOR

RX

 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 5

EMAIL

[email protected]


BOOTH CLEANING
 

 

CONTRACTOR
GES

 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

TELEPHONE
888.801.7648


CATERING


CONTRACTOR
SCC/ARAMARK

 

DISCOUNT DATE
July 31

TELEPHONE
206.694.5015


CUSTOMER BROKER

 

CONTRACTOR
PHOENIX INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INC

 

DISCOUNT DATE
N/A

TELEPHONE
N/A


DOMESTIC SHIPPING

 

CONTRACTOR
GES

 

DISCOUNT DATE
N/A

TELEPHONE
800.801.7648

SEE GES SHIPPING QUICK FACTS FOR SHIPPING DEADLINES.


ELECTRICAL

CONTRACTOR
SCC/EDLEN

 

DISCOUNT DATE
July 31

TELEPHONE
206.694.5015


EXHIBITOR APPOINTED CONTRACTOR

CONTRACTOR
RX

 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

EMAIL
[email protected]


EXHIBITOR INSURANCE

 

 

CONTRACTOR
RISK STRATEGIES

 

DISCOUNT DATE
N/A

TELEPHONE
N/A


GENERAL CONTRACTOR

 

 

CONTRACTOR
GES

 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

TELEPHONE
800.801.7648


HANGING SIGNS

 

 

 

CONTRACTOR
GES

 

DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

TELEPHONE
800.801.7648


HOTEL &
TRAVEL  

 

CONTRACTOR
CONNECTIONS HOUSING 

 ACCESS CODE: coming soon

DISCOUNT DATE
REFER TO WEBSITE

TELEPHONE
702.675.6565


MATERIAL HANDLING

 

CONTRACTOR
GES


DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

TELEPHONE
800.801.7648


RIGGING

 

 

CONTRACTOR
GES

   

DISCOUNT DATE
August 7

TELEPHONE
800.801.7648


SECURITY

 

 

CONTRACTOR
HOWARD SECUIRTY SOLUTIONS
   
DISCOUNT DATE
July 30

TELEPHONE
206.261.7909

If ordered after July 30, coverage cannot be guaranteed.


TELE COMMUNICATIONS

CONTRACTOR
SCC/SMART CITY 


DISCOUNT DATE
July 31

TELEPHONE
206.694.5015

NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS REGARDING NON-OFFICIAL CONTRACTORS

The companies listed above have been appointed as the only Official Contractors providing the stated services for this event.  Show Management carefully considers the selection of Official Contractors based on quality of service, variety of products, price, and reputation. Since these contractors frequently work on more than one show with us, they value the business of our customers and provide quality products and services. Some companies may misrepresent themselves as being an official contractor so PLEASE be sure to check the list in the exhibitor manual or give us a call.

Some things to watch for if you are considering the services of a non-official contractor are hidden charges for material handling, labor, and shipping that you might not pay otherwise (for example on carpet rental), control over delivery time, availability during move-in and leverage if something goes wrong.

Also be advised that non-official contractors will need to abide by the Exhibitor Appointed Contractor procedures, provide insurance certificates, etc. in order to gain access to the Show Floor.