CES 2027 Booth Setup Guide | AppleDisplays
CES 2027 Booth Setup Guide
CES runs January 06-09, 2027 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. With approximately 115,000 attendees and 4,400+ exhibitors, it's the largest tech showcase in North America. This guide covers what you'll spend on a booth, what kits work for the show floor, and the full week-by-week prep timeline.
Quick Facts: CES 2027
| Dates | January 06-09, 2027 |
| Venue | Las Vegas Convention Center + The Venetian Expo |
| Location | Las Vegas, NV |
| Expected attendance | ~115,000 |
| Exhibitor count | ~4,400 |
| Move-in dates | January 03-05, 2027 |
| Drayage (advance warehouse) | $112/cwt (200 lb min) |
| Drayage (showsite) | $165/cwt |
| Standard booth electrical (5 amp) | $185 |
| Internet (basic wired) | $1,400 |
| Industry | Technology / Consumer Electronics |
| Official site | https://www.ces.tech/ |
How Much Does a CES 2027 Booth Cost?
Real exhibitor cost (booth setup only, not including show fees, drayage, or labor). Custom builds quoted by traditional vendors compared to tool-free portable kits from AppleDisplays:
| Booth Size | Custom build (incumbent vendors) | Tool-free kit (AppleDisplays) | Setup time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 inline | $8,000 - $18,000 | $1,500 - $3,500 | 10 minutes |
| 10x20 inline | $15,000 - $35,000 | $3,500 - $7,500 | 15 minutes |
| 20x20 island | $45,000 - $120,000 | $19,000 - $42,000 | 30 minutes |
Drayage math for CES: A typical 10x10 setup ships ~150 lbs. At Las Vegas's advance rate of $112/cwt with a 200 lb minimum, you're looking at $224 minimum drayage just to get your booth from the dock to your space. Showsite drayage at $165/cwt adds another ~50%. Tool-free kits ship via FedEx Ground direct to advance warehouse — you pay shipping, not drayage, on most major US convention centers.
Recommended CES Booth Setups
Browse setups that fit CES attendees and venue constraints. Each links into the Booth Builder with your show pre-selected:
Week-by-Week CES 2027 Prep Timeline
- 12 weeks out (October 14, 2026): Lock booth size, sign show contract, kick off design + display order. Get your quote in 5 minutes if you haven't.
- 10 weeks out (October 28, 2026): Finalize graphics design and approve printer proofs. Order any custom signage.
- 8 weeks out (November 11, 2026): Confirm electrical, internet, and any AV rentals. Order any flooring or rigging.
- 6 weeks out (November 25, 2026): Ship to advance warehouse to lock the lower drayage rate (saves ~30% on most shows).
- 4 weeks out (December 9, 2026): Confirm hotel + flights for booth team. Brief staff on lead capture process.
- 2 weeks out (December 23, 2026): Print collateral, swag, and lead capture cards. Confirm freight delivery confirmation.
- 1 week out (December 30, 2026): Final staff briefing. Test your CRM lead capture integration.
- Show week (January 03-09, 2027): Move-in Jan 3-Jan 5, show January 06-09, 2027. With a tool-free kit, expect ~10 minutes total setup time.
What Most Exhibitors Get Wrong at CES
- Eureka Park is the startup pavilion — different exhibitor rules and smaller booths.
- Press Day is January 5, 2027 — many exhibitors host booth previews then.
- Hotel rooms within shuttle range sell out by August. Lock yours by July.
Build Your CES 2027 Booth
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