Bookmark this page to keep up with important deadlines and information leading up to the NFDA International Convention & Expo. This list will help you stay on target with advertising and sponsorship opportunities, booth furnishings and everything else you need to make the most of your convention investment.
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February 1, 2025
- Booth selection starts February 1st. You will have a scheduled time if you:
- Have exhibited with us in 2023 and/or 2024
- Have accumulated a minimum of 5 points and above
- Open booth selection will start for under 5 points March 1st, Please look out for a Map Your Show email for more details.
Friday, September 19
- Advance shipments to GES Warehouse may begin arriving
Thursday, September 25
- Registration bag inserts due to NFDA headquarters
Monday, September 29
- Check your email for the pre-convention attendee list
Friday, October 3
- GES discount deadline date for orders received with payment. Link to GES: Expresso by GES
Friday, October 10
- Booth Representatives due in Map Your Show
Multiple Days
- Direct Delivery to show site; Friday Oct. 18th 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday Oct. 19th 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday Oct. 20th 8 a.m - 4 p.m
Wednesday, October 29
- Exhibitor move-out, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Thursday, October 30
- Exhibitor move-out, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- All exhibitor materials must be removed by 12 p.m.-noon.
Tuesday, November 4
- Exhibitor Survey and post-convention attendee list emailed