When a trade-show or exhibition is hosted at Boise Centre, we make things easy. Our team of services experts assists you with every detail. Logistics are our specialty.
Exhibitors and show managers benefit from our full range of exclusive in-house services, including high-speed internet, audio visual equipment, telecommunications, utilities, and catering in your booth or meeting room. Our goal is to deliver the highest level of guest service and help you coordinate a successful show.
Use of loading docks, freight elevators, or designated parking spaces must be prearranged with your Event Manager. If you or your team are arriving on-site to set up a booth, deliver freight, or run production for an already-booked event, you’re in the right place. From dock locations to shipping policies to tech access, it’s all here.
FAQ
For assistance creating a tradeshow or booth diagram for an upcoming event, please contact your Event Manager. They can help coordinate the booth layout, specifications, and any required event materials. They can also connect you with a decorator to help with booth builds and any other vendor needs.
All room dimensions, ceiling heights and capacity details can be found on our Floor Plans & Capacities page. For booth specific layouts and dimensions, please contact the show organizer.
Load-in and loud-out must take place in a designated loading dock area. Please direct questions to your Event Manager or show organizer. Loading and unloading specifics vary by location, visit our Loading Docks page for more information.
Hand-carried freight hours are established and published by show or your Event Manager. Boise Centre provides an area for Hand-Carried Freight (HCF) at each building to accommodate delivery of smaller items that do not require a cart or dolly. Please contact your Event Manager to prearrange Hand-Carried Freight hours. Visit our Hand-Carried Freight (HCF) page for more information.
Due to limited storage capabilities, Boise Centre accepts freight shipments no more than 72 hours prior to event move-in. For labeling requirements, delivery windows and storage details/limitations, visit our Shipping and Receiving page.
A limited number of carts and dollies are provided for move-in and move-out. To arrange a forklift or electric pallet jack, please coordinate prior to your event with an Event Manager.
Yes; Boise Centre has electricity and water available. Water is available in limited locations. Floor plans showing the location of electrical floor boxes in Grand Ballroom 100 and Ballroom 400 are available upon request. It is the responsibility of the User to organize all electrical and/or utility orders and then submit a floor plan with the designated utility requests to Boise Centre no later than 30 days before the event starts. Contact your Event Manager for more information.
Your Event Manager can share a list of local decorators that handle all vendor services. Boise Centre does not provide pipe and drape for exhibits. This must be outsourced.
Yes; Boise Centre features a 1 GB network infrastructure with Wi-Fi throughout the venue. Exhibitors needing dedicated bandwidth or hardwired connections can order services through your Event Manager. Day of event orders are available based on capacity.
Our in-house AV team offers comprehensive equipment and services, from monitors and sound to full technical support. Contact your Event Manager or show organizer to discuss your booth’s AV needs.
Boise Centre retains the exclusive right to provide and control all food and beverage services in the facility. With advanced permission exceptions are made for tradeshows and conventions related to the food and beverage industry. Food sampling requests must be submitted 30 days prior to the event. See Food Events and ampling for more information.
Yes, our in-house catering team can arrange food and beverage service for your booth. Contact your Event Manager to discuss your booth’s catering needs.
Boise Centre is located near multiple parking garages. Visit our Directions, Parking & Public Transit page or download our Parking Map for more details.
Boise Centre sits in the heart of downtown Boise, within walking distance of 1,800 hotel rooms and 120+ restaurants, coffee shops, bars and breweries.
Boise Centre meets all ADA standards and features accessible entrances and restrooms on every level. For a complete list of our accessibility services, visit our Accessibility page.
Contact our Director of Sales, Ali Ribordy, at (208) 489-3608 or aribordy@boisecentre.com