Orange County Convention Center Orlando (OCCC West & North/South)
East Coast flagship venue for InfoComm, IAAPA Expo, PGA Show, Global Pet Expo, Premiere Orlando, and NPE Plastics.
Union Jurisdiction & Dock Rules at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)
- DIY Exhibitor Setup Rule: Most exhibitor-friendly major venue in the US: full-time company employees can set up any 10x10, 10x20, or 20x20 booth using hand and cordless tools.
- Marshaling Yard & Dock Protocol: Separate Destination Pkwy (North/South Concourse) and Westwood Blvd (West Concourse) truck staging yards.
- Ceiling Height & Hanging Sign Limits: West & North/South Exhibit Halls: 30–40 ft clear height
Lightweight Purchased Displays & Turnkey Rentals
Avoid $1,500+ union drayage bills at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) 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) →
Upcoming 2026–2027 Trade Shows in Orlando, FL
KBIS / IBS (Kitchen & Bath Industry Show & NAHB International Builders' Show)
Move-In: 2027-01-31
Frequently Asked Questions — Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)Show 3 FAQs ▾
Can I set up my own 10x10 or 10x20 trade show booth at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)?
Most exhibitor-friendly major venue in the US: full-time company employees can set up any 10x10, 10x20, or 20x20 booth using hand and cordless tools. Primary labor jurisdiction at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is Florida Right-to-Work (IATSE Local 631 for Rigging) (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 Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)?
Average material handling (drayage) at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) 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 Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)?
Separate Destination Pkwy (North/South Concourse) and Westwood Blvd (West Concourse) truck staging yards. Ceiling height clearances: West & North/South Exhibit Halls: 30–40 ft clear height. Official venue address: 9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819.