Planning to exhibit at CES (Consumer Electronics Show) at Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas? This page is your CES-specific budget planning tool — venue cost norms, show quirks, deadlines, and a calculator pre-loaded with CES cost data. ~4,500 exhibitors and 130,000+ attendees make it one of the technology industry's major moments.
CES cost benchmarks (2026 estimates)
| Cost item | CES typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Booth space rental | $40–$75 / sq ft | Las Vegas Convention Center |
| Hotel (show week, per night) | $150–$550 | Las Vegas market |
| Drayage / material handling (per move) | $250–$450 | standard shipments |
| Typical 10×10 all-in budget | $15,000–$45,000 | space + build + travel + services |
| Show duration | 4 show days | annual |
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CES show details
Full name: Consumer Electronics Show
Venue: Las Vegas Convention Center
Timing: January (annual)
Industry: Technology
Scale: ~4,500 exhibitors · 130,000+ attendees
CES-specific budget pitfalls
- Show-week Las Vegas hotel rates can triple — book 6+ months out or stay off-strip
- Highest freight volume week at LVCC — ship to the advance warehouse early or pay premium direct-to-show rates
- Booth space is allocated by seniority for prime spots; first-timers get offered what's left — negotiate on build budget instead
- Tech demos need serious power and internet — order electrical drops and hardline internet at advance rates
Deadlines that protect your budget
Service manual usually opens ~5 months out; advance-rate deadlines ~30-45 days before move-in. Missing advance deadlines means paying 20–50% more for the same services. The exhibitor checklist generator turns these into a dated task list.
FAQ
How much does a booth at CES cost?
For CES at Las Vegas Convention Center, a typical 10×10 presence runs about $15,000–$45,000 all-in depending on build level and team size. Booth space itself runs $40–$75 per sq ft. Use the calculator on this page for a CES-specific estimate.
When is CES January?
CES (Consumer Electronics Show) is held in January at Las Vegas Convention Center. Dates shift year to year — always confirm on the official show site before booking.
What makes CES budgeting different?
Show-week Las Vegas hotel rates can triple — book 6+ months out or stay off-strip
Related: All show guides · Las Vegas cost guide · Industry benchmarks · Hidden fees checklist · Drayage guide
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