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CLA 2026 Annual Conference

Reach 1,300 Librarians from California….

The 2026 California Library Association Annual Conference will be held on October 22-24, 2026, in Riverside.

Exhibit at the 2026 CLA Annual Conference
Reach librarians across California at the state’s premier library event!

1,091 library professionals attended the 2025 CLA Annual Conference—and we expect strong attendance for 2026. 

If you’re looking to connect with California’s librarians, there’s no more efficient, cost-effective way than by exhibiting at the 2026 CLA Annual Conference.

Exhibit Booth Details

Every 10′ x 10′ booth includes:

  • (1) 6′ skirted table
  • (2) chairs
  • Carpeted exhibit hall

Over $900 in value!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your target audience—submit your application today!

Important Links
 
Exhibit Hall Schedule

Installation

  • Wednesday, October 21: Noon – 4:30 PM

  • Thursday, October 22: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Exhibits Open

  • Thursday, October 22: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    • 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Exhibit Lunch Reception (No Conflict Time)
  • Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall (No Conflict Time)
    • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Visit the Exhibits (No Conflict Time)
    • 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Snacks in the Exhibit Hall (No Conflict Time)
  • Saturday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    • 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Coffee in the Exhibit Hall (No Conflict Time)
    • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Snacks in the Exhibit Hall (No Conflict Time)

Dismantle

  • Saturday, October 24: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

 
Exhibitor Manual

LVE is the general contractor for CLA 2026.

Exhibitors received a custom link to access the manual and order services via email on May 30.

Sender: exhibitorservices@lvexpo.com

Didn’t get the email?

First, check your spam/junk folder

Then, request a resend: exhibitorservices@lvexpo.com

 
Exhibitor Update Newsletters
 
Contact us with any questions.

Exhibit Sales: 630-434-7779, cla@heiexpo.com

Exhibit Rules and Regulations: Paul Graller, 630-929-7910, cla@heiexpo.com

Online Company Listings, Other Exhibit Questions: cla@heiexpo.com