Exhibitor FAQs

Exhibitor FAQs

If this is your first time exhibiting with us, please fill out the New Exhibitor Application. If you have exhibited with SWVS in the past, please email angie@swvs.org no need to fill out an new exhibitor application.

10′ x 10′ Inline booth – $2,600.00

10′ x 10′ Corner booth – $2,800.00

Non-Profit Booth – $500 for 10′ x 10′ booth

Booth location in premium area – $250 additional fee per 10′ x 10′ booth

Additional Exhibitor Badge –$200

50% of booth fees are due with application and deposit is non-refundable

Exhibitor eligibility is determined solely by Southwest Veterinary Symposium. The decision is based on the company products or service, which must directly relate to veterinary practice. SWVS retains the right to approve exhibitors and determine the exhibitors’ space.

  • Lead Retrieval: Commercial booths receive free lead retrieval
  • Exhibitor Badges: Four (4) allotted exhibitor badges (additional badges $200 each)
  • Exhibitor Lunch: Included in booth staff badge
  • Exhibitor Lunch: Total of four (4) complimentary lunches (2 for Friday & 2 for Saturday)
  • Exhibit Booth Furnishing: Set with 8′ high back drape, 36″ high side dividers, one 6′ x 30″ skirted table, two chairs, one wastebasket, and one 7″x 44″ identification sign. All aisles will be carpeted. Booth spaces are NOT carpeted and carpet/flooring is required 
  • Company Description: Listing on the SWVS Interactive Website and SWVS Mobile App
  • Company Logo: Listing on the SWVS Interactive Website and Mobile App

Non-Commercial booth fee applies to non-profit organizations, associations, colleges and universities. Please provide a copy of your non-profit 501c3 tax status. If you do not fall in the category of non-commercial, you will need to register at the standard booth rate.

Exhibit Hall Attendee Hours

Thursday, September 25

2:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Friday, September 26

9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday, September 27

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

Exhibitor Move-In Hours

Wednesday, September 24

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday, September 25

8:00 am – 1:00 pm**

** Show Opens at 2:00 pm

Exhibitor Move-Out Hours

Saturday, September 27

4:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunday, September 28

8:00 am – 11:00 am

SWVS Attendees

Attendee Type
2023 Registrants
2022 Registrants
2021 Registrants
2019 Registrants
2018 Registrants
DVMs
1,727
1,581
1,551
1,404
1,602
Technicians
987
881
820
850
807
Veterinary Assistants
162
179
145
Office Staff & Practice Managers
369
375
298
246
338
Students
162
122
78
120
113
Exhibitors
1,098
1,010
812
1,115
1,084
Guests
261
278
312
318
337
Total Numbers
4,766
4,426
4,016
4,053
4,281

Floor covering to fill the entire square footage of your booth space

Electrical, Wi-Fi, and AV services, if needed

A minimum deposit of 50% total contracted amount for booth space is required with the submission of the Contract for Exhibits. The 50% deposit is non-refundable. Contracts received without the required deposit are not considered binding and space is not guaranteed. No company will be allowed to exhibit unless the exhibit fee is paid in full. SWVS management reserves the right to cancel and re-sell any booth space not paid in full by May 1, 2025. Non-payment of the fee will result in the immediate release of booth space (no exceptions). No refunds will be given after May 1, 2025. The total amount due must accompany a contract for exhibit space requests made after May 1, 2025.

SWVS appreciates your cooperation in adhering to all the Policies and Procedures so that we can ensure the safety and enjoyment of both attendees and exhibitors. SWVS Rules and Regulations are located in your Exhibitor Service Center.

SWVS has negotiated and selected popular hotels with a range of prices and a variety of amenities that are convenient to the convention center or are in walking distance. Reservations need to be made online through our registration system. Click here to see hotel details.

The Exhibitor Service Kit can be found in your Exhibitor Service Center. The Exhibitor Service Kit is a comprehensive tool for ordering all your show services. The approved vendor forms for booth carpet, electrical, AV, internet and catering. Use the Exhibitor Service Kit to keep track of important deadlines for shipping and show services.

Any request to cancel your exhibit booth space must be sent via email to Show Management at angie@swvs.org Requested cancellations will not receive a refund of the deposit and are subject to a fee of 100% of the total booth cost after May 1, 2025.