Colt Expositions

We are pleased to advise you that Colt Expositions has been selected as the "Official Service Contractor" for the Silicon Valley International Inventions Festival (SVIIF) 2026. We will accommodate all exhibitors to the best of our ability to ensure a successful event. Please scroll down entire page for important event information such as Show Schedule, Booth Package Description, Important Dates and Deadlines.

Show Information

Santa Clara Convention Center

Mission City Ballroom
5001 Great America Pkwy
Santa Clara , California 95054
August 13-16, 2026
Google Map Link

Show Schedule

Exhibitor Move-In

Thursday, 08/13 03:00PM - 07:00PM

Friday, 08/14 08:00AM - 09:30AM

Exhibit Hours

Friday, 08/14 10:30AM - 11:00AM Official Opening Ceremony

Friday, 08/14 10:00AM -05:00PM Exhibition time and On-site Evaluation by Juries

Saturday, 08/15 10:00AM - 03:00PM Exhibition time and On-site Evaluation by Juries

Saturday, 08/15 03:00PM - 05:00PM Presentation of Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals at the Booths

Sunday, 08/16 10:00AM -05:00PM Exhibition Time

Exhibitor Move-Out

Sunday, 08/16 03:00PM - 05:00PM

Important Dates & Deadlines

Discount Deadline: Thursday, July 23, 2026; Advanced Order deadline for Exhibitor orders and full payments.
Graphic Print Files Deadline: Sunday, August 2, 2026; Refer to Printing: Signs, Booth Panels & Banners section for requirements.
Last Order Date: Monday, August 3, 2026; Last day to place orders online. Email exhibitor@coltexpositions for orders after this date.
Advance Freight Start Receiving: Monday, July 13, 2026; Start receiving shipments at Advance Warehouse location.
Advance Freight Receiving Deadline: Thursday, August 6, 2026; Advance Warehouse shipment deadline Warehouse shipments will be accepted after the deadline; however, surcharges will be assessed for late delivery.
Direct Shipment Receiving begins:: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Last Day for Direct Shipments:: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Deadline for Outbound Carriers to Check-In: 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 16, 2026

Event Information

Aisle Carpet: Mission City Ballroom is carpeted

Booth Carpet: Exhibitors may order booth carpet

Booth Information

Each 10' x 10' booth will be provided with the following:

8' tall background drape
3' tall side dividers
1 - 6' skirted table
1 - 6' skirted table
2 - chairs
1 - ID Sign

All orders are governed by Colt Expositions Payment Policy and the Limits of Liability and Responsibility.

Advance Shipping to Warehouse

To ensure the proper handling of your shipments, please direct all inbound packages to the following address:
SVIIF 2026
[Exhibiting Company name and Booth Number]
c/o Colt Expo
1095 Essex Ave Suite 100
Richmond, CA 94801
Advance Warehouse Receiving Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 3:00pm
Thursday, August 6, 2026: All Advance to Warehouse shipments must be received to avoid late surcharges.
If you need assistance or additional information regarding the above shipments, please call 510-436-7500 or email exhibitor@coltexpositions.com

Material Handling/Freight Information

Freight Related Services

PLEASE NOTE: ONLY ONE LOAD UNDER 40 LBS. CAN BE CARRIED TO YOUR BOOTH. NO WHEELS OR CARTS CAN BE USED. Colt Expositions offers assisted move-in (Cart Service) from your vehicle to the loading dock to your booth for an additional fee.

As the "Official Service Contractor" we are responsible for all freight-related services. We will provide advanced dock to dock material handling, including, receiving shipments at our warehouse, storage (up to 30 days prior to install date), and transportation of advance warehouse freight shipments to show site, delivery to exhibitor's booth, pick-up and outbound freight handling. (Exhibitors are responsible for inbound and outbound shipping charges). All orders are governed by Colt Expositions, Inc. Payment Policy and the Limits of Liability and Responsibility.

To receive a transportation quote from Colt Expo please email Shipping@coltexpositions.com.

All shipping logistics are the responsibility of the exhibitor. Please contact your preferred carrier to schedule delivery to either the advance warehouse or venue show site and also the return pick-up of your freight from the venue show site accordingly. Please contact Colt Expo. for assistance at 510-436-7500.

Advance Warehouse Shipping Address

SVIIF 2026
[Exhibiting Company name and Booth Number]
c/o Colt Expo
1095 Essex Ave Suite 100
Richmond, CA 94801

Shipments should arrive between Monday, July 13, 2026 and Thursday, August 6, 2026

Show Site Shipping Address

SVIIF 2026
c/o Santa Clara Convention Center
Mission City Ballroom
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054

Direct shipments will be accepted on Thursday, August 13, 2026

Outbound Pickup Address