FAQ - Attendees

The NACS Show provides the most comprehensive representation of products and services for the convenience and fuel retailing industry. Retailers come to the NACS Show to discover proven ideas and strategies that enable them to increase sales, attract new customers, build their brand and improve their bottom line. Suppliers exhibit at the Show to establish a presence in the convenience channel, obtain sales leads, increase product exposure and introduce new products. Historically, 23,000+ people attend the NACS Show from over 70 countries and more than 1,200 companies exhibit. For more information, visit About the NACS Show.

Wednesday, October 15
New Exhibitor Area: 10:30 am – 5:30 pm
Main Exhibit Area: 11:30 am – 5:30 pm

Thursday, October 16
New Exhibitor Area: 10:30 am – 5:30 pm
Main Exhibit Area: 11:30 am – 5:30 pm

Friday, October 17
All Exhibits: 9:00 am – 1:30 pm

Topics for the 2025 NACS Show have already been determined by our member Convention Content Committee. Apply to speak at the 2025 NACS Show.

An online attendee directory, which allows you to search by last name, company, title and region, will be available later this summer. A mailing list of 2025 NACS Show attendees is only available to current exhibitors. Exhibitors should refer to their Exhibitor Portal (login required) for attendee list details.

Smoking of tobacco products and vaping (usage of electronic cigarettes or personal vaporizers) will not be permitted in the NACS Show exhibit hall. Designated outdoor smoking areas will be available to sample products.

ADA Accessibility at McCormick Place

Yes, however, children 16 and over must be registered to attend the Show and pay the attendee rate to participate. Children 16 and over are eligible to attend education sessions, general sessions and the expo, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Children 15 and under do not need to pay to attend, however they must still register for a badge onsite and a waiver must be completed by a parent or legal guardian that is approved by show management. Please visit registration customer service area, located on the first floor for assistance. Note: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Carts, wagons, strollers, and similar items will not be permitted in the exhibit hall at any time during show hours.

No one under the age of 18 will be permitted in the exhibit hall at any time during the NACS Show move-in and move-out.  Proof of age may be required.

NOTE: All attendees must be 21 years of age or older to attend the NACS Show Kick-Off Party. ID may be required upon entry to the party.

Carts, wagons, strollers, and similar items will not be permitted in the exhibit hall at any time during show hours. NACS reserves the right to decide what items may or may not pose a risk to safety or the experience for NACS Show attendees and prohibit any and all items it feels may pose such a risk or impair the experience of the Show. Of course, wheelchairs, scooters, and other equipment facilitating access and mobility for individuals with disabilities are permitted at all times.

The 2026 NACS Show will be held October 6-9, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV, USA.