--- title: "What to Expect at the NPSA Conference & Trade Show" description: "What to expect at the NPSA conference and trade show: the 2027 dates, what the 2026 program included, past registration rates, and how to exhibit or speak." url: https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/blog/what-to-expect-npsa-conference publisher: National Portable Storage Association (NPSA) phone: "(816) 960-6552" email: info@npsa.org --- For operators and suppliers # What to expect at the NPSA Conference & Trade Show October 16, 2026 · 4 min read · National Portable Storage Association The next NPSA Conference & Trade Show is April 4-6, 2027, at Paris Las Vegas. Registration for 2027 is not yet published. Past shows ran about three days and mixed a trade show hall, keynotes, breakout sessions, receptions and an awards ceremony. Past member rates were $645 to $695. ![The trade show floor at the 2025 NPSA Conference & Trade Show in Las Vegas](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/_astro/show-floor-vegas.BArtOeVA_Z1qNxnp.webp) ## When is the next NPSA Conference & Trade Show? The 2027 Conference & Trade Show runs April 4-6, 2027, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The awards ceremony is planned for the Paris hotel. NPSA lists the 2028 show for May 7-9, 2028, in Orlando, Florida. NPSA will publish 2027 registration details and the hotel block when they open. Check the [2027 event page](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/2027-conference--trade-show) for updates. If you are new to the industry, our [glossary entry on conference and trade show](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/glossary/conference-and-trade-show) and the [NPSA entry](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/glossary/npsa) give background. ## What does a typical NPSA show include? The 2026 San Antonio show is the best recent guide. It ran from a Saturday golf day through a Tuesday closing reception. The 2027 schedule may differ. Day What the 2026 program listed Saturday Golf tournament, early registration, early bird reception Sunday Registration, trade show opening, new member welcome reception, opening reception Monday Breakfast, trade show, opening ceremonies and annual business meeting, two keynotes, awards ceremony, networking reception Tuesday Breakfast, trade show, more sessions, operators forum, closing reception The 2026 show had more than 40,000 square feet of exhibit space and 20 hours of trade show time, with meals and events held in the hall. ## What topics did past sessions cover? Sessions leaned practical. The 2026 list included keynotes on relationships, integrity and generative AI. It also had business and leadership sessions. Two sessions on DOT compliance and growth came from Dan Greer of Eclipse DOT. A session on refrigerated portable storage covered acquisition through end-of-life value. The Tuesday operators forum and roundtable closed the session day. Past shows ran similar mixes. The 2024 Washington DC show included sessions on “cybersecurity to DOT compliance and sales performance.” If you want to propose a session for a future show, see the [call for speakers](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/call-for-speakers). NPSA asks that your talk not be a sales pitch. ## How much did registration cost in the past? NPSA has not published 2027 prices. Past rates give a rough idea only. Registration type 2026 San Antonio 2025 Las Vegas Member, early $645 (through March 20) $645 (on or before March 13) Member, after deadline $695 $695 Guest (spouse or not in the industry) $395 $395 Nonmember $1,595 $1,595 For 2026, substitutions were allowed at any time. Cancellations after March 20, 2026, were not eligible for a refund. Read the 2027 terms when they appear. Dues and member categories are on the join page. ## Who attends, and how many people come? NPSA says attendees include business owners and decision makers. For 2026, NPSA expected “around 1,000 leaders in the industry.” That was an expectation before the event. NPSA did not publish a post-show attendance count. For 2025 in Las Vegas, NPSA reported “70+ exhibitors” and “over 80,000 sq. ft.” of hall space. ## How do you exhibit or sponsor? Start with the [exhibitor information](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/exhibitors-2026) and NPSA’s sponsor page. The sponsor page says 2027 annual sponsorship requests are accepted November 24, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Event sponsorships open February 1, 2027. To see who exhibited in 2026, browse the sponsor and exhibitor directory. It groups companies by product category. That helps you judge who your neighbors might be. ## Is it worth going? Only you can answer that. Here is a plain way to decide: 1. List the suppliers you want to meet in one place. 2. List the topics your team needs, such as [DOT](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/glossary/fmcsa) rules or fleet pricing. 3. Add up registration, travel and time away. 4. Decide what result would make the trip pay off. Members also get discounted event registration, according to NPSA’s benefits list. ## What did hotels cost in the past? NPSA has not named a 2027 hotel block or rate. Past years give a sense of range. These are old numbers. Show Host hotel and group rate Other option 2025 Las Vegas Paris Las Vegas, $179 per night None listed 2026 San Antonio JW Marriott resort, $289 per night plus taxes and fees (sold out) Holiday Inn Stone Oak, $119 king or $129 queen, with shuttle The 2026 host hotel sold out. If the 2027 block opens, book early. Rates may also differ in Las Vegas, so wait for NPSA’s notice. ## How did the 2025 and 2026 shows compare? The 2025 show was in Las Vegas from April 5 to 8, 2025, at Paris Las Vegas. NPSA described it as “back at the Paris Las Vegas after 10 years.” Daymond John gave the keynote. The 2026 show moved to San Antonio and added outside demonstration booths. That mix shows a pattern. NPSA changes cities, keynote speakers and some formats from year to year. The core stays steady: a trade show hall, sessions, receptions and the awards. ## How do you get ready? A little planning makes the days easier. 1. Decide who from your team should go and what each person wants to learn. 2. List the suppliers and member companies you want to meet. The [2026 directory](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/sponsors/directory) is a starting point. 3. Watch for the 2027 registration page and the hotel block notice. 4. Check the [Regular and Associate member options](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/glossary/regular-member) if you are not yet a member. 5. Read NPSA’s event code of conduct before you go. NPSA also runs a fall seminar in a different city each year. The October 2026 seminar in Milwaukee has passed. NPSA will announce any fall 2027 seminar on the events hub. See the [events hub](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/events) for news. ## Next step Not a member yet? Compare the categories and dues, then join before you register. [Join NPSA](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/join-us). For operators ## Grow with the portable storage industry Members get event rates, the Community Forum, training and leads from this website. [Join NPSA](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/join-us) Questions ## Common questions When is the NPSA conference? The 2027 Conference & Trade Show is April 4-6, 2027, at Paris Las Vegas. The 2028 show is listed for May 7-9, 2028, in Orlando, Florida. NPSA has not named a 2028 venue. The 2026 show in San Antonio was April 12-14, 2026. How much does it cost? NPSA has not published 2027 prices. For reference, the 2026 San Antonio rates were $645 for members through March 20 and $695 after, $395 for a guest outside the industry, and $1,595 for nonmembers. Treat these as past rates, not 2027 prices. Who attends? NPSA says attendees include business owners and decision makers from the portable storage industry. For 2026 it said it expected around 1,000 leaders. That was a pre-show expectation. NPSA did not publish a final attendance number. What sessions are offered? The 2026 program had keynotes, sessions on leadership, DOT compliance and growth, a refrigerated storage session, and an operators forum. The 2027 program is not published yet. Watch the 2027 event page for speaker and schedule updates. Is it worth exhibiting? That depends on your goals. NPSA calls the show the only one of its kind dedicated solely to the portable storage industry. The exhibitors page explains how to exhibit. Ask past exhibitors in the member forum about their results. ## Sources 1. [NPSA: 2026 Conference & Trade Show](https://www.npsa.org/2026-conference--trade-show.html) 2. [NPSA: Upcoming events](https://www.npsa.org/upcoming.html) 3. [NPSA: 2025 Conference & Trade Show](https://www.npsa.org/2025-conference--trade-show.html) 4. [NPSA: Sponsors](https://www.npsa.org/sponsors.html) ## Keep reading [Blog ### Are used shipping containers safe? What operators should know about floor treatments Read](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/blog/shipping-container-floor-treatment-safety)[Blog ### Container business models: Rent, sell, or modify? Read](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/blog/rent-sell-or-modify-business-models)[Blog ### NPSA 2026 Conference recap: San Antonio program and award winners Read](https://npsa.preview.multisites.ai/blog/npsa-2026-san-antonio-recap) For the industry ## Grow your portable storage business with NPSA Members get event rates, the Community Forum, the directory listing and leads from this website. 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