Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (Halls A–F)
North Texas hub for International Roofing Expo, Aviation Week MRO Americas, Distributech, and Southwest Foodservice Expo.
Union Jurisdiction & Dock Rules at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD)
- DIY Exhibitor Setup Rule: Right-to-Work venue: exhibitors may hand-carry from POV docks and set up 10x10, 10x20, or 20x20 displays with their own employees.
- Marshaling Yard & Dock Protocol: amarillo St & Canton St truck docks provide generous straight-time unloading windows for consolidated crates.
- Ceiling Height & Hanging Sign Limits: Exhibit Halls A–F: 30 ft clear height
Lightweight Purchased Displays & Turnkey Rentals
Avoid $1,500+ union drayage bills at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD) with tool-free purchased displays (yours to keep) or turnkey rental booths:
- 3ft SEG Fabric Stand (14 lbs — $165 Buy & Keep) →
- 10ft SEG Fabric Display (34 lbs — $475 Buy & Keep) →
- 20ft SEG Fabric Wall (64 lbs — $895 Buy & Keep) →
- 8ft Backlit SEG Lightbox (48 lbs — $1190 Buy & Keep) →
- 10ft Backlit SEG Wall (56 lbs — $1250 Buy & Keep) →
- Straight Tension Fabric Wall (26 lbs — $525 Buy & Keep) →
- The NXT PopUp 10x10 (10x10 Turnkey Rental — $650) →
- The NXT Base 10x10 (10x10 Turnkey Rental — $1,150) →
Frequently Asked Questions — Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD)Show 3 FAQs ▾
Can I set up my own 10x10 or 10x20 trade show booth at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD)?
Right-to-Work venue: exhibitors may hand-carry from POV docks and set up 10x10, 10x20, or 20x20 displays with their own employees. Primary labor jurisdiction at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD) is Texas Right-to-Work (IATSE Local 127) (Exhibitor-Friendly). For larger 20x20 island builds or hands-free installation, NXT Stage provides full union-compliant turnkey Installation & Dismantle (I&D) crews.
How much does drayage (material handling) cost at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD)?
Average material handling (drayage) at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD) is ~$162 per CWT (100 lbs), and a standard 500W electrical drop averages ~$205. Switching from heavy legacy wood crates (1,200+ lbs) to NXT Stage lightweight SIP/aluminum rental booths (100–280 lbs) or purchased SEG lightboxes (14–56 lbs) typically saves $900–$2,100 in venue drayage fees.
Where is the marshaling yard and what are the ceiling height limits at Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas (KBHCCD)?
amarillo St & Canton St truck docks provide generous straight-time unloading windows for consolidated crates. Ceiling height clearances: Exhibit Halls A–F: 30 ft clear height. Official venue address: 650 S Griffin St, Dallas, TX 75202.