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UNDER CONSTRUCTION - 2026 PAX EAST EXHIBITOR MANUAL


GENERAL SHOW INFORMATION
 

BOOTH PACKAGE

EXHIBITOR APPOINTED CONTRACTOR (EAC)

MOVE-IN & MOVE-OUT & POV

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

Move-in:

Monday, March 23                   8:00 am – 5:00 pm Targeted Move-in.                                                                                                         See floorplan

Tuesday, March 24                   8:00 am – 5:00 pm Targeted Move-in.                                                                                                         See floorplan

Wednesday, March 25             8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday, March 26                  8:00 am – 9:00 am

 

Expo Floor Hours

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

Thursday, March 26                  9:00 am – 10:00 am           Media Only  

Thursday, March 26                  10:00 am –   6:00 pm

Friday, March 27                       10:00 am –   6:00 pm               

Saturday, March 28                  10:00 am –   6:00 pm

Sunday, March 29                     10:00 am –   6:00 pm

 

Move-out:

Sunday, March 29                     6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Monday, March 30                   8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday, March 31                   8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

SHIPPING

SERVICES

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%

FREEMAN is the Official General Contractor of the PAX East 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 FREEMAN at (888.508.5054) or FREEMAN ONLINE ORDERING



AUDIO VISUAL

CONTRACTOR

REACTION AV

DISCOUNT DATE
March 6, 2026

TELEPHONE
949.600.8235


BOOTH CARPET & FURNISHINGS

CONTRACTOR

FREEMAN

DISCOUNT DATE
February 23, 2026

TELEPHONE
888.508.5054


BOOTH CARPET & FURNISHINGS - TABLE TOP

CONTRACTOR

RX

DISCOUNT DATE
February 20, 2026

EMAIL

[email protected]


BOOTH CLEANING
 

CONTRACTOR
FREEMAN

DISCOUNT DATE
February 23, 2026

TELEPHONE
888.508.5054


CATERING


CONTRACTOR
LEVY


DISCOUNT DATE

March 5, 2026

TELEPHONE
617.954.2230


CUSTOMER BROKER

CONTRACTOR
PHOENIX INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INC

 

DISCOUNT DATE
N/A

TELEPHONE
N/A


DOMESTIC SHIPPING

CONTRACTOR
FREEMAN

DISCOUNT DATE
February 23, 2026

TELEPHONE
800.995.3579

SEE FREEMAN'S SHIPPING QUICK FAST HERE.


EXHIBITOR APPOINTED CONTRACTOR

CONTRACTOR
EAC
 

DISCOUNT DATE
January 23, 2026

EMAIL
[email protected]


ELECTRICAL


CONTRACTOR
MCCA  

DISCOUNT DATE
March 5, 2026

TELEPHONE
617.954.2230


EXHIBITOR INSURANCE

CONTRACTOR
RISK STRATEGIES

DISCOUNT DATE
N/A

TELEPHONE
N/A


GENERAL CONTRACTOR

CONTRACTOR
FREEMAN

DISCOUNT DATE
February 23, 2026

TELEPHONE
888.508.5054


HANGING SIGNS

 

 

CONTRACTOR
JCALPRO  

DISCOUNT DATE
March 5, 2026

TELEPHONE
617.954.2230


HOTEL &
TRAVEL  

CONTRACTOR
CONNECTIONS HOUSING
   
DISCOUNT DATE
REFER TO WEBSITE

TELEPHONE
702.675.6565


INTERNET  

CONTRACTOR
MCCA
   
DISCOUNT DATE
March 5, 2026

TELEPHONE
617.954.2230


LABOR

CONTRACTOR
FREEMAN
   
DISCOUNT DATE
February 23, 2026

TELEPHONE
888.508.5054


MATERIAL HANDLING

CONTRACTOR
FREEMAN
   
DISCOUNT DATE
February 23, 2026

TELEPHONE
888.508.5054


RIGGING

CONTRACTOR
JCALPRO    


DISCOUNT DATE
March 5, 2026

TELEPHONE
617.954.2230


SECURITY

CONTRACTOR
MCCA
   
DISCOUNT DATE
March 5, 2026

TELEPHONE
617.954.2230

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.

EXHIBITOR ALERTS!!

COVID-19 Warning

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. You must follow all posted instructions while attending the Event.

By participating in the Event you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

 

BEWARE of the Fair Guide

RX and PAX East do NOT support the Fair Guide – It is NOT affiliated with RX or PAX East. Please be aware that you may receive solicitations for the Fair Guide from Construct Data, its publisher, which use the name of PAX East – do not be fooled. Construct Data currently operates out of Slovakia (it has previously operated out of Austria and Germany).

 

BEWARE of the Expo-Guide

RX and PAX East also do NOT support the Expo-Guide – It is NOT affiliated with RX or PAX East. Please be aware that you may receive solicitations for the Expo-Guide from Commercial Online Manuals, its publisher, which use the name of PAX East – again, do not be fooled. The Expo-Guide currently operates out of Mexico.

And please remember – the only directories and guides affiliated with Reed Exhibitions are those published by RX, including the official show directories. If you have any doubts about a directory/guide solicitation using the PAX East name (for example, if the solicitation requires payment made to an address in a foreign country), please contact a PAX East salesperson ASAP.