Exhibiting in Austin at the Austin Convention Center or Palmer Events Center? Our trade show displays Austin and Austin booth rentals packages include design, branded graphics, round trip logistics, and on site install and dismantle. We configure every booth to match show and venue policies including height limits, certifications, target times, and marshaling procedures.
Venue status: The Austin Convention Center is closed for redevelopment after its final March 2025 events, with completion projected for 2029. During construction, many shows move to Palmer Events Center or other city venues.
Turnkey Exhibit Rentals in Austin
- Concepting and booth design plus branded graphic production and proofing
- Exhibit hardware, lighting, flooring, and furniture options
- Round trip logistics and on site install and dismantle
- Show paperwork coordination including target times, drayage and MHA, approvals
- On call show time assistance
Popular Sizes and Styles
Where We Work in Austin
We support exhibits at Palmer Events Center, and hotel venues across Downtown, Rainey, South Congress, and the University area. Our team aligns with venue rules, target dates, and material handling to keep your schedule on track.
All Event Venues We Cover in Austin
- Palmer Events Center
- Fairmont Austin, JW Marriott Austin, Hilton Austin meeting space
- Hotel ballrooms across Downtown, Rainey, and the University area
- City amphitheaters and civic venues used for temporary trade shows
How It Works
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Plan: share show, dates, footprint, goals
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Design and proofs: layouts plus branded graphics for approval
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Deliver and support: we ship, install, dismantle - arrive to a finished booth
The U.S. Exhibitor’s Atlas - Austin
Use this exhibitor focused field guide to plan fast and avoid surprises in Austin while the convention center is under redevelopment.
How to Get There
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Air: Austin Bergstrom AUS to downtown is about 15 to 25 minutes off peak by rideshare or taxi
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Rail and Transit: MetroRail Red Line to Downtown Station, last mile by scooter, bike, walk, or rideshare. Event shuttles often serve Palmer Events Center
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Freight: Verify marshaling addresses and target times per your exhibitor kit. If timing is tight, use advance warehouse services
Logistics
- Advance warehouse improves on time delivery. Direct to show can work with reliable carriers that hit the target window
- Confirm electrical, data, and rigging drops on drawings before graphics go to print, then reconfirm during floor walk
- POV and hand carry windows vary by event. Check size and weight caps and bring compliant carts
- Submit EAC forms and insurance early if using third party labor
Pack - Do and Do Not
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Bring: SEG fabric graphics, low residue gaffer tape, compliant cable covers, labeled small tools
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Avoid: High residue adhesives, unsecured power strips, non rated ladders, and restricted items listed in the kit
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Smart extras: Spare SEG beading, duplicate key graphics, USB and HDMI spares, printed service orders at the booth
Confirmed Austin Trade Shows
2025
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SXSW 2025 - Mar 7 to Mar 15 - Citywide in Austin. Some sessions were hosted inside Austin Convention Center before closure. Source Source
2026
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SXSW 2026 - Mar 12 to Mar 18 - Citywide in Austin. ACC remains closed for redevelopment; check official schedule for venue assignments. Source Source
About Austin
Austin is Texas’s capital with ~994,000 residents in recent U.S. Census estimates. The Austin Convention Center closed in 2025 for a multi year expansion; Palmer Events Center remains active. See U.S. Census QuickFacts and ACC redevelopment updates.
FAQ - Austin Exhibitors
Do you handle install and dismantle at Palmer Events Center and other Austin venues?
Yes. We coordinate crews, target times, and venue requirements so you arrive to a finished booth and leave without teardown hassles.
Can I customize a rental?
Yes. Start with a proven layout and add backlit walls, kiosks, storage, a meeting area, or a hanging sign to match goals and budget.
What lead time do you need?
Ideally 3 to 4 weeks before the show. For tight timelines, we confirm quick turn options that can be produced and delivered on time.
Get a Turnkey Austin Exhibit Rental
Ready to stand out in Austin? Call 888-331-4260 or email sales@iconicdisplays.com. Prefer self serve? Explore our trade show booth rentals, plus backlit displays, modular displays, counters, and hanging signs.
Not seeing your venue? We cover Palmer and hotel venues across Downtown and South Congress.
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