May 19 – 22   |   Education May 20 – 22   |   Exhibits Houston, TX

FAQs

About the Venue & the Event

Where is the Event Located?

XPONENTIAL 2025 will be held at the George R Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX. The address is 1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX.

When does XPONENTIAL start and finish?

  • The educational program starts on Monday, May 19, 2025.
  • The XPO Hall opens on Tuesday, May 20, at 10:30 AM.
  • XPONENTIAL concludes on Thursday, May 22, at 3:00 PM.

What are the XPO Hall Hours?

  • Tuesday, May 20: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday, May 21: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Thursday, May 22: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

When does Registration open?

Online registration will open in the Fall of 2024. On-site registration opens on Sunday, May 18, at 1:00 PM. See the full schedule here: Schedule at a Glance

How do I get my event badge?

Bring your confirmation email to registration during any of the registration hours. You can scan your confirmation email at the self-scanning stations to print your badge or visit a Registration Concierge for assistance.

How do I get to the venue?

There are various transportation options available. You can find more details on the Convention Center’s website: Parking & Directions for the George R Brown Convention Center

Does XPONENTIAL have a DUNS code?

DUNS: # 196847805
Unique Entity ID: M3LXR9V2VNM3
CAGE: 9HAG0

For Attendees

How do I register?

Online registration will open in the Fall of 2024.

Are there hotels available through XPONENTIAL?

We negotiated special rates with the most convenient hotels to make your trip to Houston more affordable. You can save up to $1,000 when booking directly through our official housing company, Showcare, the ONLY official housing provider for XPONENTIAL 2025

We encourage all attendees and exhibitors to take advantage of these special rates. The closest hotels fill up first—so book early!

Visit the Book Your Hotel page to claim your hotel room and register.

Can I register at the event?

Registration is available onsite. We encourage attendees to register beforehand to receive the best rates.

Can I get a refund if I cannot attend?

Refunds are available until certain dates. Please visit the Show Policies page to view XPONENTIAL’s cancellation policies.

For Exhibitors

When can I start to set up my stand?

Exhibitor move-in begins on May 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM. The set-up days and times are:

  • Saturday, May 17, from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday, May 18, from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Monday, May 19, from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Where do I ship my booth materials?

If you are shipping prior to the show, send materials to the advanced warehouse. The advance warehouse will begin receiving freight on April 17, 2025. Materials can be sent to the advance warehouse between April 17 to May 12.

Show site shipments will be received by FREEMAN beginning May 17, 2025. Please note that shipments arriving at this address before May 17 may be refused by the facility.

For additional shipping information login into the Exhibitor Service Center.

How do I order items for our booth?

Items and services for your booth can be found in the FREEMAN Exhibitor Service Kit. Furniture, flooring, electrical, lead retrieval, and more can all be ordered in the kit.

Is there lead retrieval available?

Yes, lead retrieval can be ordered directly online through Showcare, XPONENTIAL’s lead retrieval provider. Login to the Exhibitor Service Center to order.

What items are required for our booth?

The show requires:

For the display rules and guidelines, please visit the exhibit display rules and guidelines

I have a service contractor. How can they access the exhibit hall?

For any outside contractor or company who will need access to the show floor, please complete the EAC form here: Exhibitor Appointed Contractor Form

They will be provided with wristbands to access the exhibit hall during move-in and move-out. If they need access during the show days, they will need to be registered.

I would like to display a vehicle. What are the requirements?

To display a vehicle, please complete the Vehicle Display Form here: Vehicle Display Form

You will need to login to the Exhibitor Service Center to access the form.

In addition to completing the form, the George R. Brown Convention Center requires a Fire Prevention Permit.

The Houston Fire Code also requires that any vehicle displayed inside the facility have the battery cables disconnected. The gas tank must also be taped shut or have a lockable gas cap and may contain no more than ¼ tank of fuel before entering the GRB.

When does our stand need to be removed?

Exhibitor move-out begins on Thursday, May 22, at 3:00 PM. All booth materials and items must be removed by Friday, May 23, at 1:00 PM

Can we take down our booth before the show ends?

Exhibitors must refrain from early tear-down. Assigned exhibit spaces should remain occupied throughout the Exposition, allowing attendees to visit until 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 22, 2025.

How can I get a copy of my invoice?

Access your invoice and current balance in the Exhibitor Service Center. Login and Select “Booth Payment.”

What sponsorship opportunities are available?

Choose from a variety of sponsorships to achieve your most ambitious goals. Whether establishing thought leadership, building brand awareness, connecting with customers — or a bit of everything — we’re honored to be your partner along the way. Review Sponsorship Inventory.

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