Venues & Dock Guide

Trade show shipping to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is one of the largest trade show venues in the U.S. NEX EXPO Express delivers trade show freight directly to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center loading dock, bypassing the advance warehouse entirely. Exhibitors shipping to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center typically save $650–$1,100 per pallet compared to standard drayage routing.

900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70130

  • Direct to loading dock
  • No advance warehouse
  • Flat-rate pricing
  • Dock appointment coordinated

Official Decorators

Freeman, Shepard

Dock Access

Appointment required

Dock Appointment

Coordinated by NEX EXPO

Rate Locked at Booking

No post-show invoices

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

900 Convention Center Blvd.

900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70130

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Dock delivery notes

All vehicles must report to the marshalling area and obtain a dock pass before dock access — no vehicle admitted without a pass. Non-event freight entrance at 101 Henderson St, Docks 1 or 2. Marshalling yard location varies by show — confirm with show management.

Avg. Exhibitor Savings

$650–$1,100

per pallet vs. advance warehouse

Shipping directly to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center loading dock means you skip the advance warehouse entirely — the most expensive part of traditional drayage. Your flat rate is locked in before you ship — no post-show invoices, no surprises.

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Upcoming Trade Shows

JUL 17-19

NACO-2026

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Trade
Booking Open (closing soon)

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Jul 9, 2026

JUL 25-26

LRA-2026

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Food & Bev
Booking Open (closing soon)

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Jul 16, 2026

JUL 26-29

IAFP-2026

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Food & Bev
Booking Open (closing soon)

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Jul 20, 2026

JUL 26-28

2026 IAFP ANNUAL MEETING

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Medical
Booking Open (closing soon)

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Jul 17, 2026

SEP 16-18

PSYCH CONGRESS 2026

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Medical
Opening Soon

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Sep 7, 2026

SEP 17-19

2026 General Assembly of YMCAs

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Trade
Opening Soon

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Sep 9, 2026

SEP 26-30

WEFTEC-2026

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Trade
Opening Soon

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Sep 21, 2026

SEP 28-30

WEFTEC 2026

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Trade
Opening Soon

SHIPPING DEADLINE

Sep 15, 2026

Common Questions

Common questions about shipping to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

How do I ship trade show freight to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center?

Get an instant flat-rate quote above, select your Ernest N. Morial Convention Center show, and book. NEX EXPO delivers your exhibitor freight directly to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center loading dock — no advance warehouse needed.

Does NEX EXPO deliver directly to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center?

Yes. NEX EXPO delivers directly to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center loading dock. Dock appointments are coordinated on your behalf.

Can I skip the advance warehouse for Ernest N. Morial Convention Center shows?

Yes. NEX EXPO delivers directly to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center show dock during move-in — bypassing the advance warehouse and its associated storage and handling fees.

What is the freight deadline for Ernest N. Morial Convention Center shows?

Each show has its own shipping deadline shown on the show page. We recommend booking at least 2–3 weeks before move-in to guarantee your rate and pickup window.

Add-Ons

Optional services

Add only what you need — nothing more. Pricing always shown before you confirm.

Secure storage

Climate controlled, monitored storage between shows.

Early pickup scheduling

Lock in early pickup windows to protect your show timeline.

Special handling

For fragile, high-value, oversized, or custom exhibit freight.

Cargo insurance

Optional protection coverage for added peace of mind.

On-site support & supervision

Dedicated staff overseeing your freight at the venue.

After-hours / weekend delivery

Flexible delivery windows when show schedules demand it.

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