• Saturday, November 11: By appointment only. 
• Sunday, November 12: 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
• Monday, November 13: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: 

• Labor ordered for Saturday, November 11th will be billed at DOUBLE TIME due to the Veterans Day Holiday. If you plan to move in on Saturday, be sure to notify us at [email protected]. 
• Exhibitors are asked to have all displays in place and display material, cartons and refuse removed from the aisles by 5:00 pm on 5:00 p.m. Monday, November 13 to facilitate the placement of aisle carpet.
• No one will be allowed to enter the exhibit hall for the first time after 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 13.

• Friday, November 17: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

• Saturday, November 18: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Exhibitors that must have access to the exhibit hall after published move-in and move-out hours, must obtain a special Late Work Pass from Show Management. Additional security MAY be required at the exhibitor's expense if Late Works Passes are required. We encourage exhibitors to complete exhibit move-in and move-out during specified hours. No Late Work Passes will be issued to work on the show floor before published move-in and move-out hours, only after. 

• Smoke/vape in designated areas.
• Order your food and beverage through catering.
• Please follow all union rules during move-in.
• Plan your move-out (roll-up doors will not be open for hand-carry items).
• Ensure your booth complies with Show rules.
• For complete details and assistance, review the Exhibitor Services Manual by logging in to the Exhibitor Portal.

Show Management has developed the DEMA Show Exhibit Regulations in accordance with the guidelines adopted by the International Association of Expositions and Events (IAEE). All exhibits must follow these regulations prior to the end of move-in. These regulations will ensure all exhibitors an equal opportunity, within reason, to present their product(s) in the most effective manner possible. 

Exhibitors may serve food from their booth; however, they must make prior arrangements through SodexLive!, the Official food and beverage contactor for the New Orleans Convention Center. Outside food and beverage is not permitted. 

Uniformed Security Guards and Badge Checkers will be stationed throughout the exhibit halls on a 24-hour basis and will patrol the floor during non-show hours. Every reasonable effort is made to prevent losses. The final responsibility, however, lies with the exhibitor. It is advised items such as laptops, small monitors, or anything which is easily concealed, NOT be left unsecured in a booth overnight. Private guards can be hired from the official security contractor; see the order form located in the Utilities, Rigging & Additional Services section of the Exhibitor Services Manual. 

What can I carry through the single glass doors of Lobby G?

• You may use a small wheeled-bag or hand-carry items that fit through a single glass door. Dollies, carts, carriers, etc. are NOT permitted.
• Loading or unloading anything larger will be prohibited.

What if I have larger items?

• You will need to come in through the marshalling yard and gain your dock pass.
• POVs must have one person always remain with the vehicle on the dock.
• No long-term parking will be allowed on the docks, you will have a maximum of 30 minutes to hand-carry items.
• To further assist you, TEG offers cart service for POVs. 
• Flatbeds 15' or longer, U-Haul's, or other box trucks and vans are NOT considered POVs and will be subject to standard material handling rates.

Where do I park and what entrance of the New Orleans Convention Center do I access?

• There is no parking or temporary parking off Convention Center Boulevard, plan your parking; Lots F and J are currently scheduled to be open.  
• Reserve parking in advance via Park Mobile.
• Lobby G Entrance off Convention Center Boulevard will be the closest option for gaining access to the DEMA Show Floor. 

Please note: The Show Floor will officially close on Friday, November 17 at 5:00 p.m.

Aisle Carpet Removal & Empty Return: 

• Rolling up aisle carpet is the initial priority once the show closes, this entire process is estimated to take an hour.
• To help expedite the process, please refrain from placing items in the aisles. Once the aisle carpet has been rolled up, the return of empty containers will begin.
• All empties will be returned in approximately four hours. 

Hall J Single Doors – Exit to J Parking Lot: 

• At the back of Hall J, two sets of single doors will be opened at 5 p.m. for an orderly exit to the J Parking Lot. You may use a small wheeled-bag or hand-carry items that fit through a single door. Dollies, carts, carriers, etc. are NOT permitted.
• Loading or unloading anything larger will be prohibited.
• There will be no gates opening onto Henderson Street.

Hall G Front Glass Doors – Exit to F Parking Lot: 

• You may use a small wheeled-bag or hand-carry items that fit through a single door. Dollies, carts, carriers, etc. are NOT permitted.
• Loading or unloading anything larger will be prohibited.

What if I have larger items and Personally Owned Vehicle (POV)?

• You must check in with a representative from The Expo Group at the service desk and complete a material handling form. Instructions for accessing the dock will be provided.
• POVs must have one person always remain with the vehicle on the dock.
• No long-term parking will be allowed on the docks, you will have a maximum of 30 minutes to hand-carry items.
• To further assist you, TEG offers cart service for POVs. 
• Flatbeds 15' or longer, U-Haul's, or other box trucks and vans are NOT considered POVs and will be subject to standard material handling rates.

Shuttle service will be provided between select DEMA hotel block hotels and Halls G & F at the Shuttle Depot of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Tuesday, November 14 - Friday, November 17 for those attendees staying in the Official DEMA housing block. If you need to arrange wheelchair-accessible transportation, please call 318-208-4841 at least 60 minutes prior to pick-up.

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center now offers parking reservations and onsite digital payments with ParkMobile. DEMA Show attendees can find and reserve parking in advance or pay for parking onsite via the ParkMobile app or web link.

ParkMobile is available for both iPhone and Android devices or can be accessed on a mobile web browser here. To make a parking reservation, users can search for the event venue in the ParkMobile app or on the dedicated NOENMCC ParkMobile website, then select the lot where they would like to park.

Familiarize yourself with the DEMA Show Mobile App before you head to the Show so you can plan ahead and navigate the show with ease.

Check out these tutorials for helpful tips on how to access current show information from the convenience of your phone!

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