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2027 Exhibitor FAQ’s

Where is the 2027 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits located?

 

Georgia World Congress Center

285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW

Atlanta, GA 30313

 

Exhibit Hall Hours:

Friday, April 23: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Ribbon Cutting Ceremony starts at 8:45 AM at main entrance - NRA Booth #1917)

Saturday, April 24: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday, April 25: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What are the Show hours and dates?

Exhibit Hall Hours:

Friday, April 23: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Ribbon Cutting Ceremony starts at 8:45 AM at main entrance - NRA Booth #1917)

Saturday, April 24: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday, April 25: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Registration Hours: 

Thursday, April 22: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Lobby Open Only - Exhibit Hall does NOT open until Friday, April 23rd)

Friday, April 23: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Exhibit Hall opens at 9:00 AM - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony starts at 8:45 AM at main entrance - NRA Booth #1917)

Saturday, April 24: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Exhibit Hall opens at 9:00 AM)

Sunday, April 25: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Exhibit Hall opens at 10:00 AM)

Registration Information

 

Show Hours:

Thursday, April 22: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Lobby Only - Registration, Wall of Guns, Lobby Vendors, Voter Verification, Press Office)

Friday, April 23: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Ribbon Cutting Ceremony starts at 8:45 AM at main entrance - NRA Booth #1917)

Saturday, April 24: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday, April 25: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Who is NRA’s Official Housing Provider and what’s the advantage of booking through them?

Beginning with the 2027 event, onPeak is the official housing provider for the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits, offering exhibitors a secure and streamlined booking experience. Official exhibitor hotel accommodations for the 2027 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Atlanta are now available, and 50% of the rooms in the official hotel block have already been reserved.

 

NEW FOR 2027: Exhibitors who book their hotel accommodations through onPeak will earn one‑half (½) Priority Point toward future NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits.

 

With onPeak, exhibitors receive:

  • Officially negotiated hotel rates
  • Flexible reservation and group management tools
  • Verified bookings within the official hotel block
  • Dedicated exhibitor housing support

 

BOOK YOUR HOTEL NOW

How do I book my hotel?

What are the Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities for Atlanta?

There are several options from pre-event marketing to NRA members & digital opportunities to on-site display and special event opportunities. View some of the most popular options here.

Who can attend the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits?

The NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits is open to all NRA members (and immediate family), uniformed military, law enforcement and organized youth groups. Non-members may join NRA on-site to gain entry in to the Show.

How does Exhibitor Move-In work?

At the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits, there are two types of onsite move-in; traditional material handling, and POV.  Material Handling is the unloading of exhibit materials.  It includes delivery to your booth from the docks, handling of empty containers, and removal of materials from your booth for reloading onto your outbound carrier for a fee.  It is an essential service for many large exhibits and is provided by our general service contractor, GES. However, many of our smaller exhibitors may find this service expensive and unnecessary, especially when their material can fit in their own vehicle and be easily carried by hand! POV Move In is designed to allow smaller exhibitors to quickly and efficiently move in without competing with large commercial vehicles at the docks or incurring extraneous labor costs.  To qualify for POV Move In, you must be driving a vehicle weighing under one ton, (pickups, vans and SUVs all qualify,) and you must be able to empty your vehicle in 20 minutes.

How do I update my online Directory Listing?

Click here to go to the Exhibitor Dashboard and enter your Exhibitor ID and Password.  Go to "Directory Listing"

Forgot your password? Go to the Exhibitor Dashboard link above and click "Forgot Exhibitor ID or Password?" and enter your primary contact email address to have it resent. If you need further assistance, email [email protected]

What if a non-official Contractor contacts me? Can I use them?

Companies not selected by the NRA may reach out to you in order to solicit your business. This is happening most aggressively with housing companies. Please note that NRA Housing (ConferenceDirect) is our exclusive housing provider.   If you provide your credit card information to any other unauthorized vendors, your card may be charged, but you may not have a reservation when you arrive in Houston.

What is Material Handling?

Material Handling is the moving of materials from point A to point B. Whether your materials are sent in advance to the Service Contractor's warehouse or directly to Show site, they still need to get to your booth after the carrier drops them off. Paying for handling entitles you to have your freight brought to your booth from the loading dock, empty containers stored during the Show, empty containers returned to your booth at the close of the Show, and your freight carried back to the loading dock and loaded onto the carrier at the conclusion of the Show. Then you arrange for a carrier to pick up your exhibit materials for transport to the next destination. There is usually a 200 pound minimum per shipment charge for material handling. 

What can GES do for me?

GES is our general service contractor and they can do it all! 

  • Provide additional furnishings
  • Provide labor to assist move in or to erect your display
  • Track shipments
  • Verify order fulfillment
  • Answer questions regarding outbound bills of lading
  • Schedule outbound shipping through GES Logistics
  • Review order confirmations and billing
  • Remove empty crates (these should be labeled with an “EMPTY” sticker, found at the GES Service Desk as soon as they have been unpacked to keep the aisles clear and allow carpet installation.

Questions for GES? Please call them directly at 800-801-7648

What is provided with my booth?

Standard Booth Package:
Booth Size: 10' x 10'
8' High Backwall Drape: Red / White / Red
3' High Sidewall Drape: Red

Aisle Carpet Color: Blue Jay
Please Note: The Facility is Not Carpeted.

11"x17" Booth ID Sign

How do I secure my firearms overnight at the Show?

All firearms must be secured at night by either hiring overnight security, cabled and locked to the booth or taken to the Overnight Storage Room in a lockable storage room. Overnight Storage is free for exhibitors and a location will be sent out closer to the show. 

I need extra meeting space during the show ... is that possible?

Yes! We have meeting rooms for exhibitors to reserve at the Georgia World Congress Center, Signia By Hilton Atlanta, and Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park. Click here to review the options and complete the form. 

Want To Know More 

Contact us at 866-343-1805 or email [email protected] for more information.

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