CES 2023 will be the world's largest and most influential tech event and encompass 11 official venues. This event will span more than 2.6 million net square feet of exhibit space and feature over 41 product categories.
With more than 170,000 attendees expected, the size of CES 2023 can make it difficult to navigate if you don't do your homework before arriving at the show.
Understanding how to work the exhibit floor and how to get from point A to B efficiently is important. Follow the steps below for some time saving and money saving tips and tricks for making your CES 2023 enjoyable.
Registering early will save you some money. Early bird CES Registration is $100 (September 12 - December 4, 2022) but if you wait till December 5, the registration fee jumps to $300
Before arriving in Las Vegas, identify your goals for the show. Create a plan for each day with a list of exhibitors and products you are interested in and all of the booths you want to visit. Put them in order of priority: Must Stop, Should Stop, Want To Stop (The CES 2023 App will make this task easy). Face-to-face time with most exhibitors may be limited, so plan ahead and have a list of questions ready when you enter their booth.
CES is four gruelling and yet fun days of showcasing the latest in innovations, life-changing technology and product launches. This event is the world's largest and most influential tech event and there will be a lot to do and see. The days will be long with lots of networking opportunities. Get plenty of rest before arriving in Las Vegas. Do not arrive worn down.
The recommended attire for CES 2023 is business or business casual attire. The key to an enjoyable CES is to dress comfortably with comfortable shoes. There is no need for a business suit but dress in clothing considered appropriate and respectful for a professional environment. Remember to grab a light jacket or sweater as you head to the show. Besides getting a bit cold on the show floor, January in Las Vegas gets nippy, especially in the evenings. Also remember to Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
Bring your most comfortable shoes - At CES 2023 you will be one of the 170,000 attendees criss-crossing the over 2.8 million net square feet of exhibit space at the Las Vegas Convention Center. You will easily find yourself doing at least 25,000 steps a day visiting booths. Wearing comfortable shoes, not new ones or heels is critical. Comfortable shoes will give you a chance to see most of what the show has to offer.
There is something for everyone at CES. Being a gathering place for all those who thrive on the business of consumer technologies, CES is a great place to network with others. Many companies host social hours, after-parties, or other events that give them face-to-face time with prospective clients. Attend seminars, workshops, after parties and exchange business cards as you network, so that you can keep in touch after the show.
All bags are subject to search at the entrance to all CES show venues. Attendees are only allowed to carry two small bags, each smaller than 12"x17"x6" into show venues. Clear bags (mesh, plastic, vinyl, etc.) is recommended to expedite entry. Rolling bags of any size are prohibited.
Our recommendation: Save yourself the hassle and leave your bags at your hotel.
Save yourself a lot of time and speed up your entrance to show venues by picking up your badge at the airport when you arrive, at a Monorail Station or at select hotels before arriving at the show. Badge pickup will not be available at CES show venues
Plan ahead and allow extra time for everything. Expect long lines when entering show venues, arriving at meetings, keynotes and events. Also be prepared for long cab lines or rental car check-in lines. Always remember, this event is the world's largest and most influential tech event.
Take the FREE Shuttle
The 2023 CES offers complimentary shuttle bus service between the Las Vegas Convention Center(LVCC) and official hotels from Tuesday, January 4 through Saturday, January 8. Take advantage of these FREE shuttle buses when you can. (See hotel list)
Take the FREE Tram
For Tech South attendees (C Space), The ARIA Express tram is a three station FREE tram with stops at Park MGM, Crystals retail and entertainment district / ARIA/ The Cosmopolitan and Bellagio / Vdara Hotel & Spa. Save some money and time by riding the free tram.
The official CES app has everything you need at your finger tips to make the most out of your CES experience. The CES App features
The complete exhibitor list
Full CES schedule and personalized agenda builder
Show floor navigation with interactive maps
Watch keynotes and select conference sessions live and on demand
Personalized attendee and session recommendations,
Transportation information
CES security tools.
Log into the CES App with the same credentials used when you registered for CES 2023
Like any veteran visitor will tell you, no one comes to Vegas to spend time in their hotel room. Las Vegas is a premier hospitality destination with tons of things to do and see. Take a walk along the Strip, see a show or simply pig-out at a buffet. One or two of those is vital to having a positive show experience. Just remember, What happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas.
Beginning January 5, there are new requirements for air passengers 2 years of age and older traveling to the United States from China, Hong Kong, or Macau, and those traveling from Seoul, Toronto, and Vancouver who have been in China, Hong Kong, or Macau in the past 10 days. These passengers, regardless of citizenship or vaccination status, are required to show a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than 2 days before their flight departs. Visit the CDC website for more information.
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