2026 Move-In and Move-Out Details

EXHIBITOR MOVE-IN & MOVE-OUT

Move-In Schedule
Sunday, Nov. 8
1PM - 4PM
  • BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Move-in for approved display vehicles and heavy equipment. Contact exhibits@tml.org to schedule.
Monday, Nov. 9
8AM - 4PM
  • BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Move-in for approved display vehicles, heavy equipment, trailers, and booths 400 square feet and larger. Contact exhibits@tml.org to schedule.

Tuesday, Nov. 10
8AM - 5PM
  • EXHIBITOR MOVE-IN
  • FREIGHT DELIVERY
  • LOADING DOCK ACCESS
  • See "Move-In Details" below.
Wednesday, Nov. 11
8AM - 10AM
    • FINAL BOOTH SET-UP ONLY.
    • NO LOADING DOCK ACCESS
    • SETUP MUST BE COMPLETE BY 10AM.

View exhibitor schedule and show hours here

Move-In Details

REVIEW CLOSELY! TML WILL NOT TOLERATE LATE ARRIVALS, UNOCCUPIED EXHIBIT SPACES, OR EARLY DISMANTLE.

• With the exception of display vehicles, heavy equipment, trailers, and booths larger than 400 square feet, or unless other arrangements have been made with TML or The Expo Group, Exhibitors shall move-in Tuesday, November 10, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST.

• No installing, dismantling, rearranging, repairing, servicing, removing, or supplementing of exhibit spaces will be permitted during the open exhibit hall hours without the permission of TML.

No one under the age of 18 is permitted in the Exhibit Hall during installation or dismantlement.

• Exhibitors may NOT use escalators or passenger elevators to transport freight into or out of the convention center (freight must be pre-shipped, or carried in through the designated loading area).

• All exhibit spaces and displays must be completed and ready for review by TML no later than Wednesday, November 11, 10:00 a.m. CST.

If you did NOT pre-ship your booth display and plan to unload your vehicle and deliver equipment to the booth yourself:

  • Pack and pre-label your freight with your company name and booth number.
  • Don’t forget to pack wheeled carts or other items to transport your materials from the loading docks to your exhibit space. Material transport is NOT provided.
  • Plan to arrive at the Henry B. González Convention Center loading docks with your vehicle on Tuesday, November 10, beginning at 8:00 a.m. and no later than 4:00 p.m.
  • Staff and signage will direct you in and out of the unloading area.
  • Each vehicle will have 15 minutes to unload their items.
  • VEHICLES SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED AT THE LOADING DOCKS. Please plan the appropriate number of staff to stay with the vehicle while items are moved into the exhibit hall.
  • Locate your booth space, deliver your items, and promptly return to your vehicle to exit the loading docks.
  • Upon returning to the convention center, check in at Exhibitor Registration, located in the West Registration area of the convention center, street level, to pick up your exhibitor badge.
  • Once checked-in, enter the exhibit hall and locate your booth to resume setting up.

If you pre-shipped your booth freight to The Expo Group for delivery onsite:

  • Plan to arrive at the convention center on Tuesday, November 10, between 8:00 a.m. and no later than 4:00 p.m.
  • Check in at Exhibitor Registration, located in the West Registration area of the convention center, street level, to pick up your exhibitor badge.
  • Once checked-in, enter the exhibit hall and locate your booth.
  • Pre-shipped items should be delivered to exhibitors by Noon on Tuesday. Please be patient as delivery times may vary.

If you have just a few light items to carry in:

  • Plan to arrive at the convention center on Tuesday, November 10, between 8:00 a.m. and no later than 4:00 p.m.
  • Check in at Exhibitor Registration, located in the West Registration area of the convention center, street level, to pick up your exhibitor badge.
  • Locate your booth space and deliver your items.

Where to Park:
There are two garages near the Henry B. González Convention Center: Convention Center Garage (corner of Commerce & Bowie Streets) and Convention Center South Parking (637 S. Tower of the Americas Way).

If you are planning to drive, we encourage you to learn more about these lots and other nearby options at https://www.sahbgcc.com/Visit-Us/Location-Directions-Parking.

Move-Out Details
  • EARLY DISMANTLE AND MOVE OUT IS PROHIBITED.
  • Exhibit space must remain setup and staffed until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 13.
  • Dismantling of booth spaces may begin at 10:00 a.m.
  • Non-exhibiting attendees or children under the age of 18 are NOT permitted in the hall after 10:00 a.m. on Friday
  • Exhibitors able to hand-carry their items may exit the hall through designated exits.
  • Beginning at 10:30 a.m. POVs will be permitted to access the loading dock area.
    • Pack up your booth, label with your company name, and take your items to the loading dock.
    • Drive your vehicle to the loading dock area. Staff and signage will direct you in and out of the loading area.
    • Each vehicle will have 15 minutes to load their items.
    • VEHICLES SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED AT THE LOADING DOCKS
    • Dismantlement and move-out must be completed by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13.

See Dismantlement and Move-Out Rules in the Exhibitor Policy.

Loading Docks and Parking

Loading Docks:
TML exhibitors will utilize the West Loading Docks for Exhibit Hall 4. The docks are located behind the convention center, accessible by turning onto Montana Street from the Tower of the Americas Way access road.

Where to Park:
There are two garages near the Henry B. González Convention Center: Convention Center Garage (corner of Commerce & Bowie Streets) and Convention Center South Parking (637 S. Tower of the Americas Way).

If you are planning to drive, we encourage you to learn more about these lots and other nearby options at https://www.sahbgcc.com/Visit-Us/Location-Directions-Parking.