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About This Event
AWS re:Invent 2026 (Mon Nov 30 – Fri Dec 4, 2026) brings 60,000+ technology & ai professionals, enterprise buyers, and exhibiting brands to The Venetian Expo, CAESARS FORUM, Wynn & Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. Compare walkable corridor hotels, GSA $173/night per-diem options, 10x10 raw-to-turnkey booth cost benchmarks ($3,800 – $5,100 Raw -> ~$11.8k – $16.9k All-In), and private steakhouse client dining buyouts.
Who Attends
60,000+ AttendeesEssential Trip Planning Benchmarks for AWS re:Invent
Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (LAS — 10–15 mins to The Venetian Expo, CAESARS FORUM, Wynn & Mandalay Bay) and collect your badge the afternoon before Day 1 to bypass opening-morning lines.
Day 1 & Day 2 Main Expo Floor (10:00 AM – 4:30 PM) + Evening Corridor Private Dining Receptions.
Venetian & Palazzo Self-Parking Garages: $20–$23 / day (Registered hotel guests & NV locals check current tier) • 6' 10" (Venetian Garage) / 7' 0" (Palazzo Level P1) (5–9 min indoor walk through resort concourse).
Federal GSA Benchmark: $173/nt Lodging • $86/day M&IE. Smart business casual with cushioned footwear.
Walkable Convention Hotels, Private Dining Buyouts (12) & Local Suppliers
Select your target exhibit hall below to recalculate door-to-door walking minutes, skybridge or transit connections, and nearby buyout restaurants.
| Hotel Property & Transit Access | Commute to Venetian Halls A–D | Show Rate vs. Off-Peak | Block Status | Room & Block Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 The Venetian Resort & The PalazzoIndoor Elevator Direct to Venetian Expo 3-minute climate-controlled indoor walk from suite elevators straight to Halls A–G, Venetian Ballroom, and 20+ private dining restaurants. | 3 min | ~$610/nt Off-peak: $249/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Harrah's & The LINQ Las Vegas7-Min Walk Venetian + 3-Min Monorail LVCCPer-Diem Friendly Ideal dual-corridor hub: 6–7 minute walk to Venetian Expo Koval/Sands entrances plus on-site Harrah's/LINQ Monorail station (1 stop to LVCC). | 7 min | ~$235/nt Off-peak: $85/nt | Available | |
 Wynn & Encore Las VegasEncore Vegas Loop + Skybridge to Venetian Top C-suite board-hosting resort bridging both campuses: Encore Vegas Loop reaches LVCC in minutes while the pedestrian bridge walks straight into Palazzo/Venetian. | 9 min | ~$670/nt Off-peak: $279/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 SAHARA Las Vegas (Per-Diem & Monorail Anchor)On-Site Monorail (4 Mins to LVCC)Per-Diem Friendly Premier federal GSA Per-Diem ($173/nt cap) and value block option: board SAHARA Monorail indoors and arrive at Boingo LVCC Station in 4 minutes. | 15 min | ~$215/nt Off-peak: $79/nt | Available | |
 Resorts World Las Vegas (Hilton / Conrad / Crockfords)3-Min Underground Vegas Loop Ride Dedicated on-property Vegas Loop passenger station transfers guests underground directly into LVCC West Hall in ~3 minutes. | 16 min | ~$430/nt Off-peak: $165/nt | Available | |
 Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel (Non-Gaming Marriott)3-Min Walk to South Hall + Monorail Non-gaming executive favorite directly outside LVCC South Hall and Boingo Monorail Station; quiet lobby lounge for client meetings. | 17 min | ~$525/nt Off-peak: $189/nt | Limited (<15%) |
Who Should Attend AWS re:Invent (And Who Can Skip It)
- Enterprise solution providers, manufacturers, and B2B brands targeting 60,000+ technology & ai buyers.
- Sales & field-marketing teams booking walkable corridor deal suites and private steakhouse buyouts.
- Unrelated consumer retail vendors without B2B distribution or commercial buyers on the floor.
Concurrent Las Vegas Conventions
No overlapping mega-conventions exceed 25,000 attendees on the immediate adjacent dates, keeping off-corridor hotel rates and restaurant buyouts accessible.
Verified Google Facility Reviews, Attendee Ratings & Exhibitor ROI
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“Order electrical and rigging before the 30-to-45-day advance cutoff at Venetian Expo Las Vegas, and source monitors plus tension-fabric graphics locally in Las Vegas to avoid cross-country CWT freight surcharges.”
“Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (LAS — 10–15 mins to The Venetian Expo, CAESARS FORUM, Wynn & Mandalay Bay) and collect your badge the afternoon before Day 1 to bypass opening-morning lines. Book client dinners at walkable corridor steakhouses at least 45 days before opening morning.”
“Inside, The Venetian Expo is massive, beautiful, and highly impressive. However, the venue logistics present a major challenge during large conferences. The building occupies an entire city block, but public entry is heavily restricted to one side. I had to walk outside for over 10 minutes in grueling 115°F early August heat just to get around the building to the entrance. Once inside, the walking distance between session rooms is exhausting. Management se…”
“The last time I was at the Venetian Expo was to attend the AAPEX show. The indoor showrooms are very comfortable, with good air conditioning that works very well. The information and direction are clearly marked. I enjoyed my time in there, checked out all the information about the manufacturers, and talked to the representative in the showroom. The Venetian Expo is a perfect place to attend an event or show.”
“It's great. I was at a conference. Very busy. If you don't want to walk around the conference cuz there's a lot of people, you can rent a scooter from the hotel which is fun to do for $75 for 2 days and you get it at front desk at the baggage claim area”
“The Venetian Expo at CES was a really enjoyable experience, especially focused on startups and emerging companies. It was kind of nice to walk through and see so many early-stage innovators showcasing fresh ideas, new technologies, and creative solutions. The atmosphere felt more intimate and approachable compared to the larger halls, making it easier to have real conversations with founders and teams. Overall, it was a great space to discover new concepts…”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I just attended HIMSS 2025 at the Venetian Hotel & Expo Center in Las Vegas, and it was an incredible experience! The venue is located right in the heart of the city, next to the iconic Sphere, making it a prime location for conferences and events. The Venetian itself is stunning, with state-of-the-art roof paintings, vibrant casinos, excellent restaurants, and cozy coffee shops—a perfect blend of luxury and convenience. The conference space was ma…”
Ask Anything About AWS re:Invent 2026 Specs, Union Rules, Hotels or Buyouts
Ask specific operational questions — hand-carry monitor limits, electrical & drayage rates, closest walkable hotels, or 30-person VIP dining buyouts.
Frequently Asked Questions (3)
Dates, credential pickup, exhibiting costs, labor rules, walkable hotels, and client dining.
AWS re:Invent 2026 is scheduled for Mon Nov 30 – Fri Dec 4, 2026 at The Venetian Expo, CAESARS FORUM, Wynn & Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV (organized by Amazon Web Services (AWS)).
A standard 10x10 inline space typically starts around $3,800 – $5,100 Raw, landing near ~$11.8k – $16.9k All-In once drayage, electrical, carpet, and graphics are included. Sourcing turnkey rental displays and 4K monitors from local Las Vegas EAC vendors cuts freight and decorator markups by 35%–50%.
AWS re:Invent Historical Attendance & Booth Space Rate Trends
Year-over-year audited attendance and raw exhibit space rates across recent editions.
| Edition | Attendance | Raw Booth Space Rate | Edition Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (Upcoming) | 60,000+ Attendees | $38 – $58/sf | Hosted at The Venetian Expo, CAESARS FORUM, Wynn & Mandalay Bay (Las Vegas, NV) |
Planning Your Own Trade Show or User Conference at The Venetian Convention & Expo Center?
Inspect hall-by-hall capacities (935,600 net exhibit sq. ft. (Halls A–D + Hall G)), flexible resort hybrid rules, headquarters hotel room-block capacities, show decorator RFPs, and 12 corridor buyout venues.