Colt Expositions

Colt Expositions is proud to serve as the Official Service Contractor for the CALA 2026 Fall Conference & Tradeshow. We are committed to making your exhibit experience as smooth and successful as possible, and have put together everything you need right here on this page.

Below you will find detailed information on all aspects of your exhibit, from booth setup and show schedule to ordering deadlines and shipping logistics. We encourage you to review each section thoroughly so you are fully prepared ahead of the show:

Show Information – Venue address and event dates
Booth Information – What is included in your booth package
Show Schedule – Move-in, exhibit hours, and move-out times
Important Ordering Dates & Deadlines – Discount and regular pricing deadlines, graphic file submission deadlines, and rush cutoff dates
Graphics Submission Requirements – How to submit your artwork and a link to our full specifications guide
Shipping & Freight Information – Advance warehouse and show site shipping addresses, receiving dates, and outbound pickup details

Our team is always happy to assist with any additional questions. Please don't hesitate to reach out at 510-436-7500 or exhibitor@coltexpositions.com.

Show Information

Palm Springs Convention Center
277 N Avenida Caballeros
Palm Springs, California 92262
November 2-4, 2026

Booth Information

Aisle Carpet: The Exhibit Hall is fully carpeted.

Booth Carpet: Booth carpet can be rented from Colt to upgrade your booth space.

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

8' tall background drape
3' tall side dividers
1 - ID Sign

Additional furniture, accessories, and booth upgrades are available to order through the Order Services menu in the top left of the navigation bar. We encourage you to browse available items and place your order prior to the discount deadline to take advantage of reduced pricing.

Electrical orders can be placed with Boothline Electric, visit their site for more information about ordering electrical services.

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

Show Schedule

Exhibitor Move-In

Day & Date	Time	Notes
Monday, November 2, 2026	12:00 pm - 4:00 pm	Move-In

Exhibit Hours

Day & Date	Time	Notes
Monday, November 2, 2026	4:30 pm - 6:15 pm	Trade Show Networking Reception
Tuesday, November 3, 2026	11:30 am - 1:15 pm	Trade Show Luncheon in Exhibit Hall

Exhibitor Move-Out

Day & Date	Time	Notes
Tuesday, November 3, 2026	1:30 pm - 5:00 pm	Move-out

Important Ordering Dates & Deadlines

Please note that all orders must be placed and paid in full by the applicable deadline to receive the corresponding pricing. Partial payments or unpaid orders will not qualify for discount or standard pricing.

Ordering Deadlines

Deadline	Date	Notes
Discount Ordering Deadline	10/09/2026	Deadline to place orders at discount pricing.
Final Order Date (Regular Pricing)	10/28/2026	Last day to place orders online at standard pricing.

Graphic File Deadlines

Deadline	Date	Notes
Discount Deadline	10/09/2026	Discount pricing on graphic files.
Regular Pricing Deadline	10/22/2026	Standard pricing on graphic files.

Note: For graphics submitted after the Regular Pricing Deadline, please contact Colt Expositions directly. We cannot guarantee that graphics submitted after this deadline will arrive on time, and additional fees may apply — reach out to us to discuss your options.

Graphics Submission Requirements

All graphic files should be submitted via coltexpo.wetransfer.com. We also accept submissions via Dropbox, Google Drive, or similar file-sharing services — please share the appropriate link or file when submitting your materials.

Please review our full specifications guide before preparing your artwork:

Download Full Graphics Specifications Guide

Shipping & Freight Information

Freight Related Services

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.

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 the return pick-up of your freight from the venue show site accordingly.

For any shipping needs, please email exhibitorservices@libertycfs.us and include your show name, exhibiting company name, booth number, and reference Colt Expositions in your message.

Advance Warehouse Shipping Address

CALA 2026 Fall Conference & Tradeshow
c/o Arcbest
Exhibiting Company Name & Booth #
10744 Almond Ave
Fontana, CA 92337

Advance Warehouse Receiving Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:30am – 3:00pm

Shipments should arrive between Sunday, September 27, 2026 and Wednesday, October 28, 2026. All advance to warehouse shipments must be received by Wednesday, October 28, 2026 to avoid late surcharges.

Shipping directly from a third-party retailer or vendor? If your packages will not be using Colt Expo-provided shipping labels — for example, items shipped directly from Amazon or another vendor — please ensure all packages are clearly labeled with the following information:

Exhibiting company name
Booth number
Show name
Advance warehouse address

Packages arriving without this information may be delayed in receiving if they cannot be identified. If you have any questions about labeling third-party shipments, please contact us before your packages ship.

Show Site Shipping Address

CALA 2026 Fall Conference & Tradeshow
c/o Palm Springs Convention Center
Exhibiting Company Name & Booth #
277 N. Avenida Caballeros
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Direct shipments will be accepted on Sunday, November 1, 2026

Outbound Pickup Address