Attendee GuideUpdated May 2026

ASD Market Week Summer 2026 — Complete Attendee Guide

ASD Market Week Summer 2026 is the largest retail sourcing trade show in the United States, returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center on August 25 through 27. Over 45,000 retail buyers, e-commerce sellers, and wholesale buyers converge on the LVCC with 1,800 vendors across eight product worlds: General Merchandise and Gifts, Fashion Accessories, Beauty and Spa, Electronics and Gifts, Home and Garden, Luggage and Bags, Toys, and Housewares. ASD runs twice a year — the Summer edition is specifically timed for Q4 holiday inventory buying, making this the most commercially consequential edition of the year for independent retailers and multi-location chains stocking for Black Friday through Christmas. The show floor at ASD Summer occupies the LVCC West Hall, Central Hall, and portions of the South Hall — a combined footprint that ranks it among the largest single-building trade shows held in North America. Buyers from all 50 states and over 100 countries attend, making ASD Summer one of the most internationally diverse sourcing events on the Las Vegas convention calendar. For retailers who need cash-and-carry volume purchasing, private-label sourcing direct from overseas factories, or vetted domestic wholesale connections, ASD Summer provides all three under one roof across three buying days. The SourceDirect section within ASD Summer focuses on factory-direct international vendors and is the primary destination for retailers looking to develop private-label product lines or place volume orders for Q4 delivery. Education programming running alongside the show floor covers pricing strategy, supply chain resilience, and product trend forecasting for the holiday season. This guide covers badge pickup, show floor hours, first-timer logistics, dining near the LVCC, and a complete Las Vegas nightlife guide for all three nights of ASD Market Week Summer 2026. Note that August 26 and 27 overlap with CHAMPS Trade Show Summer 2026, which runs concurrently at the LVCC — see the double-convention week section below for what this means for nightlife and guest list access during the shared days.

Quick Info

DatesAugust 25, 2026 – August 27, 2026
VenueLas Vegas Convention Center
Address3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Attendance45,000+ expected

Registration

ASD Market Week (Summer)Badge Pickup — Location & Hours

Badge pickup and on-site registration for ASD Market Week Summer 2026 is located in the LVCC West Hall lobby at 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Pre-registered attendees can proceed directly to the express self-service kiosk lanes — scan the confirmation barcode from your ASD registration confirmation email (digital or printed) for instant badge printing in under two minutes. Walk-up and first-time registration is available at the staffed counters immediately adjacent to the kiosks, but plan for a 20 to 45 minute wait if you arrive between 8:00 and 10:30 AM on Tuesday morning when opening-day lines are heaviest. Badge pickup opens on Monday, August 24 from approximately noon to 6:00 PM — arriving Monday afternoon eliminates the Tuesday morning line entirely and lets you walk directly onto the show floor at 9:00 AM when the first buying day begins. Your ASD badge is your access credential for all three days of the show. Keep it on your person throughout the convention — re-entry on all three days requires badge scanning. Multiday badge holders do not need to pick up a new credential each day. Bring your resale certificate, business license, or other wholesale purchasing documentation — most exhibitors require proof of business before discussing wholesale pricing or taking orders, and having your credentials organized speeds up vendor conversations significantly. The ASD Market Week mobile app includes your badge barcode, an interactive show floor map, education session schedule, and exhibitor directory searchable by product category — download it before arriving and load your badge QR code so it is accessible without a cellular connection inside the convention center.

Schedule

ASD Market Week (Summer) Show Floor Hours

Tuesday, August 259:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, August 269:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, August 279:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Education sessions and matchmaking events may begin earlier. Thursday is a short day. The cash-and-carry section allows immediate product purchasing on the show floor.

Transportation

How to Get to ASD Market Week (Summer)

Parking

The LVCC has large surface lots and a parking garage surrounding the complex. Expect to pay $15–25 per day during major shows. Lots fill up fast — arrive before 9 AM or consider rideshare instead.

Public Transit / Monorail

The Las Vegas Monorail has a dedicated Convention Center station with direct service to Strip hotels from MGM Grand to the Sahara. A single ride is $5 and a full-day pass is $13. During peak convention hours the monorail is often faster than driving.

Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)

Uber and Lyft have a designated pickup and dropoff area on Convention Center Drive. Surge pricing is common during morning arrivals and evening departures — stagger your schedule to avoid the rush.

Walking from the Strip

The north end of the Las Vegas Strip is about a 15-minute walk from the LVCC. The monorail makes it easy to reach central and south Strip hotels in under 10 minutes.

Food & Drink

Where to Eat During ASD Market Week (Summer)

  • In-N-Out Burger — directly across Paradise Rd, walkable in 3 minutes
  • Peppermill Restaurant — classic 24-hour Vegas diner, 10-minute walk south on the Strip
  • Resorts World — 10-minute walk north with dozens of restaurants including Carversteak and Genting Palace
  • Wynn / Encore — 15-minute walk or one monorail stop with world-class dining
  • Westgate Las Vegas — connected via skybridge from the LVCC North Hall
  • Convention center food courts — available inside the West Hall and Central Hall during major shows

Insider Tips

ASD Market Week (Summer) Tips for First-Timers

  • The Summer edition is focused on holiday season buying. Come with a clear buying plan for Q4 inventory and gift items.
  • Download the ASD Market Week app and map out your target categories before arrival. The show is too large to see everything without a plan.
  • Bring your resale certificate and business license. Most vendors require proof of business for wholesale pricing and order placement.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. August in Vegas means extreme heat outside and strong air conditioning inside the convention center.
  • The SourceDirect section features direct-from-factory sourcing. If you need custom packaging, private label, or volume manufacturing, this is the section for you.
  • Carry a bag or cart for cash-and-carry purchases. You can buy and take product directly from the show floor in certain sections.
  • For food near the LVCC: In-N-Out Burger is directly across Paradise Rd (3-minute walk), Resorts World is a 5-minute walk north with two dozen restaurants including Carversteak and Genting Palace, and the Westgate Las Vegas is connected via skybridge from the LVCC North Hall. Convention center food courts are open inside the West Hall and Central Hall during the show.

After the Show

ASD Market Week (Summer)After Dark — Nightlife & After Parties

August in Las Vegas means pool parties are in full swing and the nightlife scene is at peak season. After a day of sourcing and deal-making, the ASD crowd is ready to experience everything Vegas has to offer. The LVCC is minutes from the Strip's best venues.

Nightlife Guide

ASD Market Week (Summer) Nightlife — Night by Night

## ASD Market Week Summer 2026 Las Vegas Nightlife — Complete Guide

### The LVCC Advantage for Nightlife Access

ASD Market Week Summer 2026 takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd — a location that puts attendees within walking distance of two major Strip properties and one short rideshare from the full nightclub corridor. Resorts World Las Vegas is approximately a 5-minute walk north on Paradise Road, placing [Zouk Nightclub](/nightclubs/zouk) within walking range. [LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau](/nightclubs/liv) is 12 minutes north on foot or 5 minutes by rideshare. The Las Vegas Monorail Convention Center station provides direct rail service to center Strip hotels for $5 per ride.

August is peak nightlife season in Las Vegas. Pool parties run daily with full lineups, nightclubs operate at maximum staffing with their strongest summer programming, and the Strip runs at full energy. ASD Summer week falls at the height of this season — Wednesday and Thursday evenings carry some of the most consistent headliner programming of the entire summer calendar.

Note: XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas is closed for renovation from August 1 through December 2026, with its grand reopening planned for NYE December 31, 2026. North Strip routing for ASD Summer attendees shifts to Zouk at Resorts World (walkable from LVCC) and LIV at Fontainebleau (12 minutes north). [Encore Beach Club at Night](/pool-parties/encore-beach-club) continues operating as a separate outdoor nightclub venue at Wynn during the renovation.

Additionally, Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World and LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau operate primarily weekend programming schedules — Friday through Sunday. No confirmed headliner bookings are announced for August 25–27 at either venue. Both are walkable or very close to the LVCC and may take walk-in traffic on weeknights, but for ASD Summer's Tuesday through Thursday window, the confirmed mid-week nightlife programming runs at Hakkasan, OMNIA, TAO Nightclub, Marquee, and EBC at Night. Route your group to these four venues for guaranteed confirmed programming on convention nights.

### Tuesday, August 25 — Opening Night

Tuesday is the first full day of ASD Market Week Summer with the show floor running 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Opening nights at trade shows trend toward lighter nightlife as attendees process vendor conversations and prepare for the two peak buying days ahead.

[OMNIA Nightclub](/nightclubs/omnia) at Caesars Palace runs Tuesday programming with Mikey Francis — a resident selector known for deep house and soulful electronic sets that pair well with a sophisticated retail buyer crowd winding down after the show floor. OMNIA is 20 minutes by rideshare from the LVCC, or accessible via Monorail (Convention Center station to the Bally's/Paris stop, one block from OMNIA). The world-famous motorized chandelier and multi-level design make OMNIA the most visually impressive opening-night option of the ASD Summer calendar.

For a logistically simpler Tuesday, [TAO Nightclub](/nightclubs/tao) inside The Venetian (20-minute rideshare from LVCC) runs resident DJ programming from 10:30 PM. TAO's built-in restaurant pipeline — book TAO Las Vegas restaurant for 9:00 PM and transition directly into the club — is the smoothest dinner-to-nightclub experience available on Tuesday of convention week.

The recommendation for Tuesday: OMNIA Nightclub for the flagship club environment, or TAO Nightclub for the dinner-plus-club format. Sign up for a free NoCoverVegas guest list at least 3 to 5 days before Tuesday.

### Wednesday, August 26 — Mid-Show Peak Night

Wednesday is the social peak of ASD Market Week Summer — the highest-energy buying day on the show floor, and the evening when convention nightlife programming runs at its strongest. Buyers and vendors extend conversations over dinner, deals close, and the natural transition to nightclubs happens from 10:00 PM onward.

[Hakkasan Nightclub](/nightclubs/hakkasan) at MGM Grand hosts DJ Franzen for R&Bae Wednesdays starting at 10:30 PM. R&Bae Wednesdays is one of the most consistently high-quality midweek club programs on the Strip — DJ Franzen's R&B and hip-hop focused set draws a crowd that skews stylish and cosmopolitan, aligning well with the ASD buyer demographic. MGM Grand is approximately 20 minutes by rideshare from the LVCC, or accessible via the Las Vegas Monorail (Convention Center to Bally's, then short rideshare to MGM).

[EBC at Night at Encore Beach Club](/pool-parties/encore-beach-club) hosts It's Murph from 10:30 PM Wednesday. The outdoor venue transitions from daytime pool party to nightclub format as temperatures drop, with the pool area still lit and the speaker system running at full capacity. EBC at Night is approximately 15 minutes by rideshare from the LVCC. Note: XS Nightclub at Wynn is closed through December 2026 — EBC at Night is the primary Wynn campus nightlife option during ASD Summer week.

[Marquee Nightclub](/nightclubs/marquee) at The Cosmopolitan hosts Melé for the Lowkey in the Library series on Wednesday nights. The intimate Library Room at Marquee (approximately 300 guests) is the strongest option for buyers who prefer underground electronic music over mainstream EDM. The Cosmopolitan is 20 minutes by rideshare from the LVCC.

For afternoon pool access before Wednesday evening: [Liquid Pool Lounge](/pool-parties/liquid-pool-lounge) at Mirage runs DJ Buza from 11:00 AM. Palm Tree Beach Club at Palms Casino hosts the Drift Wednesdays series with Eric Remy. Both options provide late-afternoon pool access for buyers who finish floor sessions before 3:00 PM.

[Drai's After Hours](/nightclubs/drais-after-hours) on the roof of The Vanderpump Hotel runs from 1:00 AM as the post-nightclub transition for groups extending into the early morning hours. The R&B Thursdays programming at Drai's makes it the ideal continuation after Hakkasan's R&Bae Wednesday winds down.

### Thursday, August 27 — Final Day

Thursday is the last day of ASD Market Week Summer, with the show floor closing at 4:00 PM — an hour earlier than Tuesday and Wednesday. The earlier close gives buyers runway for final vendor follow-ups, dinner reservations, and one last night of Las Vegas nightlife before departing Friday.

[TAO Nightclub](/nightclubs/tao) at The Venetian runs DJ Five for Worship Thursdays from 10:30 PM. Worship Thursdays is one of the signature weekly programs at TAO with the venue's full capacity and multiple rooms running simultaneously. The Venetian is 20 minutes from the LVCC by rideshare.

[OMNIA Nightclub](/nightclubs/omnia) at Caesars Palace runs Thursdays on the Terrace — the outdoor terrace level of OMNIA with Strip views is the peak August Thursday nightclub experience. Summer evenings at OMNIA's terrace level, with Las Vegas Boulevard lit below and the elevated production running full power, represent the defining high-end convention-week nightclub moment. Buyers with company entertainment budgets who want to make the final night memorable should prioritize OMNIA on the Terrace.

[Hakkasan Nightclub](/nightclubs/hakkasan) at MGM Grand hosts P-Lo — Bay Area rapper and founder of Party Music Group — with sounds by DJ E-Rock from 10:30 PM Thursday. P-Lo's West Coast hip-hop catalog brings a distinct energy to the last night of ASD Summer, running simultaneously with the Special Guest booking at OMNIA's terrace level, giving groups with mixed music preferences a genuine choice on Thursday night. For large ASD groups of 8 to 20 people wanting guaranteed access across the full 75,000 sq ft five-level venue — with the EDM main room and the Ling Ling Lounge hip-hop floor running simultaneously — Hakkasan's combination of confirmed headliner and physical capacity makes it the most logistically reliable choice for large trade show buyer groups on the final convention night.

[Liquid Pool Lounge](/pool-parties/liquid-pool-lounge) at Mirage runs DJ Shr3d Thursday morning. Palm Tree Beach Club hosts Ross in the afternoon for buyers fitting in one final pool session before Thursday evening nightclub activities.

[Drai's After Hours](/nightclubs/drais-after-hours) at The Vanderpump Hotel runs the Only At Drai's series from 1:00 AM Thursday night — the ideal late-night transition for the last night of the convention, extending through early morning before Friday departures.

### August Pool Party Access During ASD Week

August is peak dayclub season in Las Vegas with every major pool venue running full programming. ASD Summer buyers who can leave the show floor by 2:00 PM on any day have a usable afternoon window for Las Vegas pool access before evening activities.

[Encore Beach Club](/pool-parties/encore-beach-club) at Wynn Las Vegas (15 minutes from LVCC by rideshare) is the premier afternoon pool experience — world-class DJ lineups from 11:00 AM through 5:00 PM. [OMNIA Dayclub](/pool-parties/omnia-dayclub) at Caesars Palace (opened May 2026, 46,000 sq ft, 20 minutes from LVCC) runs Tiësto, Chris Lake, and Alesso through the summer and is the strongest new pool venue option for convention groups of 8 or more. TAO Beach at The Venetian Expo runs Daybreak Thursdays with afternoon programming. Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan runs Stephi K on Thursday afternoons. Palm Tree Beach Club runs daily throughout August with consistent afternoon programming.

Submit NoCoverVegas guest list 3 to 5 days in advance for any dayclub during ASD Summer week.

### ASD + CHAMPS Double Convention Week — August 26–27

August 26 and 27 are a double convention week at the Las Vegas Convention Center. ASD Market Week Summer (August 25–27, retail and general merchandise buyers) and the [CHAMPS Trade Show Summer 2026](/conventions/champs-trade-show-summer-2026) (August 26–28, smoke shop and cannabis accessories buyers) run simultaneously — ASD and CHAMPS share the LVCC building on Wednesday August 26 and Thursday August 27. CHAMPS draws approximately 2,000 buyers, wholesalers, distributors, and brand representatives in the counterculture accessories industry. The two shows represent meaningfully different buyer segments but share core demographics: both attract independent retail operators and entrepreneurial business owners who know Las Vegas and actively plan group nightlife.

The practical implication for ASD attendees is that nightclub guest lists fill faster on Wednesday and Thursday evenings during this overlap window. Two separate convention buyer crowds — each accustomed to organizing group dinners and club access — converge on the same Strip nightclubs on the same two nights. Submit NoCoverVegas guest list by Saturday August 22 for all three ASD nights. For groups of 10 or more, contact NoCoverVegas directly when submitting — we handle trade show convention groups regularly and can coordinate access at multiple venues simultaneously, which is more important during a double-convention week than a standard ASD run.

[Hakkasan Nightclub](/nightclubs/hakkasan) and [OMNIA Nightclub](/nightclubs/omnia) have the physical capacity and confirmed programming on Thursday August 27 to absorb the combined ASD + CHAMPS Thursday crowd. TAO Nightclub's Worship Thursdays and Marquee's Library Room provide additional mid-week options if the two primary venues reach capacity. Groups who confirm access in advance have no logistical risk even during the busiest double-convention night of the ASD Summer calendar.

### Guest List and Strip Club Access

NoCoverVegas free guest list covers all major nightclubs and dayclubs during ASD Market Week Summer 2026. Submit by Saturday August 22 for access on any of the three convention nights. Guest list provides complimentary admission for women and reduced cover for men before midnight at most venues.

For strip clubs: [Sapphire Las Vegas](/strip-clubs/sapphire-las-vegas) and [Spearmint Rhino](/strip-clubs/spearmint-rhino) are both on Convention Center Drive — within approximately 1 mile of the LVCC, making them the closest adult entertainment venues to the ASD Market Week venue. Sapphire is the largest strip club in Las Vegas at 71,000 sq ft with complimentary entry through NoCoverVegas guest list and free round-trip limo pickup from any LVCC-area hotel. Spearmint Rhino offers an upscale alternative with free NoCoverVegas guest list admission. Both clubs accommodate trade show groups of any size and are open all three nights of ASD Market Week Summer.

ASD Market Week (Summer) — FAQ

Where is ASD Market Week Summer 2026?

ASD Market Week Summer 2026 is held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.

What are the ASD Market Week Summer 2026 dates?

ASD Market Week Summer 2026 runs Tuesday, August 25 through Thursday, August 27, 2026.

Is ASD Market Week free to attend?

Yes. Registration is free for qualified retail buyers and industry professionals who register in advance. On-site registration may have a fee.

What is the difference between ASD Spring and Summer?

Both editions have the same format and vendor categories. Spring is timed for summer and back-to-school buying. Summer is timed for holiday season and Q4 inventory.

Where do I pick up my ASD badge?

Badge pickup is in the LVCC West Hall lobby. Express kiosks are available for pre-registered attendees. Pickup opens Monday before the show.

What should I wear to ASD Market Week?

Business casual. Dress in layers for the temperature difference between outdoor August heat and air-conditioned convention halls. Comfortable shoes are essential.

How do I get to ASD from the Strip?

The Las Vegas Monorail has a Convention Center station. A single ride is $5. Uber and Lyft have a designated area on Convention Center Drive.

What is there to do after ASD Market Week?

August is peak nightlife season in Las Vegas. Pool parties, nightclubs, and restaurants are all at full capacity. Sign up for a free guest list to skip cover charges.

How close are Las Vegas nightclubs to the ASD Market Week venue?

ASD Market Week Summer 2026 is at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Paradise Road. Resorts World (Zouk Nightclub) is approximately a 5-minute walk north, and LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau is 12 minutes walking north or 5 minutes by rideshare — but note that both Zouk and LIV operate primarily Friday through Sunday schedules, and neither has confirmed headliner bookings for August 25–27. For ASD's Tuesday through Thursday window, the confirmed mid-week nightclub options are Hakkasan (DJ Franzen on Wednesday, P-Lo on Thursday), OMNIA (Mikey Francis on Tuesday, Special Guest on Thursday), TAO Nightclub (Worship Thursdays), and Marquee. These center Strip clubs are 15 to 20 minutes by rideshare at $12 to $20 each way. The Las Vegas Monorail Convention Center station provides direct rail service to center Strip hotels for $5 per ride.

Is XS Nightclub open during ASD Market Week Summer 2026?

No. XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas is closed for renovation from August 1 through December 2026, with its grand reopening planned for NYE December 31, 2026. During ASD Summer week, the primary north Strip nightclub options are Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World (5-minute walk from LVCC) and LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau (12-minute walk). Encore Beach Club at Night continues operating at Wynn with Wednesday programming including It's Murph at 10:30 PM.

What is the best nightclub night during ASD Market Week Summer 2026?

Wednesday August 26 is the strongest nightclub night of the ASD Summer convention week. Three simultaneous headline bookings run: DJ Franzen at Hakkasan for R&Bae Wednesdays (10:30 PM), It's Murph at EBC at Night (10:30 PM), and Melé at Marquee's Library Room for Lowkey in the Library (10:00 PM). The diversity of formats — R&B at Hakkasan, outdoor electronic at EBC at Night, underground at the Library Room — means every buyer in the convention finds their preferred club experience. Thursday August 27 is a strong second choice — Hakkasan hosts P-Lo with sounds by DJ E-Rock from 10:30 PM, and OMNIA runs a Special Guest booking on the Terrace. Note that August 26–27 is also a double-convention week with CHAMPS Trade Show running simultaneously at the LVCC — submit guest list by August 22 to secure access before both convention crowds hit the Strip.

Are Las Vegas pool parties open during ASD Market Week Summer?

Yes — August is the peak of pool party season in Las Vegas. All major dayclubs run full programming: Encore Beach Club at Wynn (11 AM–5 PM), OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace (opened May 2026, 46,000 sq ft with Tiësto and Chris Lake residencies), Palm Tree Beach Club at Palms Casino, Liquid Pool Lounge at Mirage (DJ Buza Wednesdays, DJ Shr3d Thursdays), and Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan (Stephi K Thursdays). Buyers who finish show floor sessions by 2:00 PM have a usable afternoon pool window before the 4:00 PM Thursday close.

Are there strip clubs near the ASD Las Vegas Convention Center?

Yes — Sapphire Las Vegas and Spearmint Rhino are both on Convention Center Drive, approximately 1 mile from the LVCC. These are significantly closer than most Strip nightclubs. Sapphire is the largest strip club in the world at 71,000 sq ft and offers complimentary admission through NoCoverVegas guest list plus free round-trip limo pickup from any LVCC-area hotel. Both clubs are open all three nights of ASD Market Week Summer and accommodate trade show groups of any size.

How do I get free nightclub access during ASD Market Week Summer?

Submit the NoCoverVegas guest list form at least 3 to 5 days before your visit. For ASD Market Week Summer (August 25–27, 2026), submit by Saturday August 22 for all three nights. Guest list provides complimentary admission for women and reduced cover for men before midnight at most major venues. For large buyer groups of 6 or more, mention your group size when submitting — NoCoverVegas regularly handles trade show convention groups and can coordinate simultaneous access at multiple venues.

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