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LOS ANGELES & SAN DIEGO, CA • MAY 6, 2027 (LA CONVENTION CENTER)CONTRACTOR: FERN / OFFICIAL CONTRACTOR
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Small Business Expo (Los Angeles / San Diego / Anaheim)

LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center • Target Move-In: Wed, May 5, 2027 (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Move-In) • Attendance: 4,000+

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VITAL SHOW LOGISTICS & VENUE SPECSSTANDARD LABOR
Official Show DatesMay 6, 2027 (LA Convention Center)
Target Exhibitor Move-InWed, May 5, 2027 (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Move-In)
Advance Warehouse WindowApr 12 – Apr 29, 2027
General Contractor & DrayageFern / Official Contractor (~$110/CWT)
Avg. Floor Space & 10A Power~$28/sq ft • ~$175
Attendance & Buyer Authority4,000+ (88% Decision-Makers)
VITAL EXHIBITOR LOGISTICS & SHOW SPECS

Small Business Expo SoCal Move-In Schedule, Fern / Official Contractor Dock Rules & Audience Profile

LOGISTICS & MOVE-IN SCHEDULE

LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center Dock & Setup Details

Los Angeles Convention Center Kentia / South Hall Loading Dock

  • Official Show Dates: May 6, 2027 (LA Convention Center)
  • Target Exhibitor Move-In: Wed, May 5, 2027 (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Move-In)
  • Advance Warehouse Window: Apr 12 – Apr 29, 2027
  • Early-Bird Contractor Note: Fast 1-day setup and local Southern California delivery keep total costs under $5,000.
BUYER & AUDIENCE PROFILE

Why Exhibitors Choose Small Business Expo SoCal

Over 85% of attendees are local business owners, founders, and presidents who can sign contracts on the spot without corporate red tape.

  • Ideal Product Launch Fit: B2B software, payment processors, business services, marketing agencies, corporate stationery/print, and office hardware.
  • Estimated Attendance: 4,000+ attendees • 200+ exhibitors
  • Key Industries: B2B Services & Local Tech • Marketing & E-Commerce Tools • Telecom & Office Hardware • Franchise & Finance
  • Recommended Booths: The NXT PopUp 10x10 ($650) or The NXT Plus 10x10 ($1,300)
ALL-IN EXHIBITOR COST COMPARISON

Estimated Small Business Expo SoCal Booth Cost & All-In Venue Budgets (10x10, 10x20 & 20x20)

Small Business Expo SoCal 10' × 10' Inline Booth — The NXT PopUp 10x10
10x10 FOOTPRINTSAVE $1,000

10' × 10' Inline Booth

The NXT PopUp 10x10

  • • NXT Stage Booth Package: $650 (Agency: $1,650)
  • • Est. Floor Space (100 sq ft): ~$2,800
  • • Est. Fern / Official Contractor Drayage & Power: ~$285
  • • Est. Badges, Scanner & Cleaning: ~$780
EST. ALL-IN EVENT BUDGET~$4,515
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Small Business Expo SoCal 10' × 20' Wide Inline Booth — The NXT Pro 10x20
10x20 FOOTPRINTSAVE $5,550

10' × 20' Wide Inline Booth

The NXT Pro 10x20

  • • NXT Stage Booth Package: $2,950 (Agency: $8,500)
  • • Est. Floor Space (200 sq ft): ~$5,600
  • • Est. Fern / Official Contractor Drayage & Power: ~$1,230
  • • Est. Badges, Scanner & Cleaning: ~$1,210
EST. ALL-IN EVENT BUDGET~$10,990
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Small Business Expo SoCal 20' × 20' Island Booth — The NXT Island 20x20
20x20 FOOTPRINTSAVE $14,300

20' × 20' Island Booth

The NXT Island 20x20

  • • NXT Stage Booth Package: $5,200 (Agency: $19,500)
  • • Est. Floor Space (400 sq ft): ~$11,200
  • • Est. Fern / Official Contractor Drayage & Power: ~$1,735
  • • Est. Badges, Scanner & Cleaning: ~$1,370
EST. ALL-IN EVENT BUDGET~$19,505
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Recommended Small Business Expo SoCal Booth & Display Bundles (15% Off 2+ Supplies)3 CURATED BUNDLES ▼
SUGGESTION 1 • EXPRESS PRINT & PORTABLESAVE $3,210

10x20 Express Print & Table Kit

Pairs The NXT PopUp Plus 10x20 with a 33"×81" Deluxe Retractable Stand, 6ft Box-Fitted Dye-Sub Table Cover, and dual C-Clamp LED Display Lights.

BUNDLE TOTAL (RENTAL + OWN)$1,570
SUGGESTION 2 • ★ AI MATCH (TECH & LIVE DEMO SEG)SAVE $6,868

10x20 Tech & Live Demo SEG Bundle

Auto-bundled for live demos at Small Business Expo SoCal: pairs a 3ft slim SEG stand, 36"×90" double-sided totem, hard-case podium counter, and dual C-clamp LED lights.

BUNDLE TOTAL (RENTAL + OWN)$3,787
SUGGESTION 3 • BACKLIT SEG LIGHTBOX SUITESAVE $8,721

10x20 Backlit SEG & Podium Suite

Pairs The NXT Ultra 10x20 with our LED Backlit SEG Lightbox Display, Hard-Case Podium Counter Wrap, and 3ft SEG Stand for dominant visibility.

BUNDLE TOTAL (RENTAL + OWN)$4,829
Small Business Expo SoCal Los Angeles & San Diego 2027 Cost Table, Floor Pavilions, Booth Builder Specs & FAQHALLS, COSTS & FAQ ▼
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO SOCAL 2027 COST BREAKDOWN TABLE

How Much Does a Small Business Expo SoCal Booth Cost in 2027?

Exhibiting at Small Business Expo SoCal 2027 (LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center in Los Angeles & San Diego, CA) typically costs ~$4,515 all-in for a 10x10 inline space, ~$10,990 for a 10x20 booth, and ~$19,505 for a 20x20 island exhibit. This includes raw floor space (~$28/sq ft), Fern / Official Contractor drayage (~$110/CWT) and 10A power (~$175), and an NXT Stage turnkey booth rental ($650–$5,200).

FootprintNXT Stage Turnkey RentalTraditional Agency RateEst. Floor Space (LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center)Est. Fern / Official Contractor Drayage & 10A PowerEst. All-In Show Budget
10' × 10' Inline Booth (10x10)$650$1,650~$2,800 (100 sq ft)~$285~$4,515
10' × 20' Wide Inline Booth (10x20)$2,950$8,500~$5,600 (200 sq ft)~$1,230~$10,990
20' × 20' Island Booth (20x20)$5,200$19,500~$11,200 (400 sq ft)~$1,735~$19,505
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO SOCAL HALLS & PAVILIONS

LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center Floor Zones & Host Fees

  • Main B2B Exhibitor Hall (1-to-2 Day Regional Format) (10x10, 10x20 • Prime Main Aisle): Perfect for first-time exhibitors using a $650 NXT PopUp 10x10 or $950 NXT Base 10x10
  • Host Association & Service Fees: Lead retrieval app (~$350), daily vacuuming (~$0.40/sq ft/day), registration & badge pack (~$150), EAC/COI filing (~$150).
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO SOCAL BOOTH BUILDER & EAC FABRICATION

Turnkey Booth Rentals & Custom Island Exhibits in Los Angeles & San Diego

Looking for Small Business Expo SoCal Los Angeles & San Diego booth rentals or custom exhibit fabrication for Small Business Expo (Los Angeles / San Diego / Anaheim) 2027? NXT Stage engineers lightweight 8'×4' modular structural insulated panel (SIP) walls (~32 lbs per panel) and tension-fabric frames that slash Fern / Official Contractor material handling costs (~$110/CWT) at LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center.

How much does a Small Business Expo SoCal booth cost in 2027?

Exhibiting at Small Business Expo SoCal 2027 (LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center in Los Angeles & San Diego, CA) typically costs ~$4,515 all-in for a 10x10 inline space, ~$10,990 for a 10x20 booth, and ~$19,505 for a 20x20 island exhibit. This includes raw floor space (~$28/sq ft), Fern / Official Contractor drayage (~$110/CWT) and 10A power (~$175), and an NXT Stage turnkey booth rental ($650–$5,200).

When is exhibitor move-in for Small Business Expo SoCal 2027 at LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center?

Official show dates for Small Business Expo (Los Angeles / San Diego / Anaheim) are May 6, 2027 (LA Convention Center). Targeted exhibitor move-in begins Wed, May 5, 2027 (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Move-In), and the Fern / Official Contractor advance warehouse receiving window is Apr 12 – Apr 29, 2027. Los Angeles Convention Center Kentia / South Hall Loading Dock

What halls and pavilions are at Small Business Expo SoCal in Los Angeles & San Diego?

Key exhibit zones at Small Business Expo SoCal (LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center) include: Main B2B Exhibitor Hall (1-to-2 Day Regional Format) (10x10, 10x20, Prime Main Aisle). Fast 1-day setup and local Southern California delivery keep total costs under $5,000.

Can I rent a turnkey booth or build a custom island exhibit for Small Business Expo SoCal?

Yes. NXT Stage serves as a full-service Small Business Expo SoCal Los Angeles & San Diego booth builder and turnkey rental provider, offering flat-rate 10x10 ($650), 10x20 ($2,950), and 20x20 ($5,200) packages alongside custom 20x20–50x50+ architectural 8'×4' SIP wall fabrication, NFPA-701 graphics, and EAC I&D labor at LA Convention Center / San Diego Convention Center.

Who should exhibit at Small Business Expo (Los Angeles / San Diego / Anaheim)?

Small Business Expo (Los Angeles / San Diego / Anaheim) draws 4,000+ attendees (88% decision-makers) and 200+ exhibitors across B2B Services & Local Tech, Marketing & E-Commerce Tools, Telecom & Office Hardware, Franchise & Finance. Over 85% of attendees are local business owners, founders, and presidents who can sign contracts on the spot without corporate red tape. Ideal product fit: B2B software, payment processors, business services, marketing agencies, corporate stationery/print, and office hardware.

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