CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
May 6, 2026 – May 9, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center — 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
10,000+ estimated attendees
CHAMPS Trade Show returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center for its Spring 2026 edition, May 6–9. North America's largest B2B counterculture marketplace draws 10,000+ smoke shop owners, distributors, glass artists, and industry buyers for four days of product sourcing, brand launches, and wholesale networking. The show is strictly trade-only — two forms of business ID required at entry.
Dates
May 6, 2026 – May 9, 2026
Venue
Las Vegas Convention Center
Address
3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Est. Attendance
10,000+
Type
trade show
Guest List
Free Nightclub Entry
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About CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
What Is CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)?
CHAMPS Trade Show — Contemporary Hemp and Arts Merchandise Professionals Show — returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center for its Spring 2026 edition, running May 6-9. With approximately 15,000 trade buyers and industry professionals from the counterculture, cannabis accessories, smoking products, and alternative lifestyle markets, CHAMPS is the largest B2B trade show in its segment and one of the few major events on the Las Vegas Convention Center calendar that draws an audience with a distinctly different energy from the construction and technology conventions that typically fill the same halls. If you are attending CHAMPS Spring 2026, you are bringing business ID for a reason: the show is strictly trade-only, and entry requires two forms of business identification confirming your industry affiliation. No consumer attendees, no general public access. The show floor is 100 percent business-to-business networking, product discovery, and purchasing across hundreds of vendors spanning tobacco accessories, vaporizer hardware, glass artistry, CBD products, apparel, and the full range of counterculture retail merchandise. Spring timing at the Las Vegas Convention Center places CHAMPS between the major convention season and the EDC Week cluster — which means hotel availability is generally good, Strip nightlife is operating at near-peak spring energy, and the weather is transitioning from comfortable March-April temperatures toward the hotter summer months. Expect highs in the low-to-mid 80s during May in Las Vegas, which makes outdoor pool party options viable without the extreme heat of July and August. The LVCC campus is a short monorail ride or rideshare from the central and north Strip hotel corridor, and the Convention Center monorail stop provides fast, inexpensive access to Resorts World, Wynn, Encore, and the hotels clustered around the Harrah's and Flamingo intersection. Whether your priority is maximizing your time on the CHAMPS floor, building industry relationships, or combining the trade show with Las Vegas nightlife and entertainment, this guide covers the logistics from badge pickup to last call.
From the Attendee Guide
Badge Pickup & Show Hours
Badge Pickup
CHAMPS is a B2B-only trade show — entry requires two forms of business identification. Accepted business ID includes a business card plus one of the following: a business license, a seller's permit, a resale certificate, a supplier registration form, or a tax ID document. Generic business cards without supporting documentation are not sufficient. Attendee registration is typically handled at the show entrance at the LVCC on each event day. There is no pre-registration badge kiosk system equivalent to consumer trade shows — CHAMPS processes registration on-site at the convention center entrance. Arrive during the first 30 minutes of the show open time to handle registration before the morning rush builds. If your business documentation is not in order, the on-site staff will turn you away at the door — bring all required documents even if you have attended CHAMPS before. Buyers from retail stores, wholesalers, distributors, and manufacturers' representatives are the primary audience. If you are attending as a buyer for a smoke shop, vape retailer, dispensary accessories section, or specialty counterculture retail operation, your business license and a business card from the store are the most straightforward documents to bring. Supplier representatives and exhibitors have separate credentialing managed through CHAMPS exhibitor registration. The show runs Wednesday through Saturday for Spring 2026 — four full business days that allow serious buyers to cover the full exhibit floor without rushing.
Show Floor Hours
Quick Tips for First-Timers
- Bring multiple copies of your business documentation. CHAMPS requires two forms of business ID at entry — have your business license, seller's permit, or resale certificate alongside your business card. Keep digital copies on your phone as a backup.
- Wear comfortable footwear. The LVCC is a massive campus and CHAMPS typically occupies multiple halls. Plan for 10,000 to 15,000 steps per day on hard convention center floors.
- The best deals and sample runs typically happen toward the end of each day, especially Friday afternoon, when exhibitors are wrapping up their Day 3 inventory.
- Bring a rolling cart or large tote. CHAMPS exhibitors are generous with product samples, catalogs, and promotional items. You will accumulate more than you expect.
Getting There
How to Get to CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
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.
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.
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.
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.
Vegas After Hours
Nightlife During CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
When 10,000 trade show attendees descend on Las Vegas for CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring), the nightlife scene shifts into a higher gear. The Strip's biggest clubs extend their lineups, book marquee DJs, and host industry-specific after-parties to capture the surge. Expect longer peak hours, busier dance floors, and an electric atmosphere that feeds off the energy of the trade show crowd. Whether your group is celebrating a successful day of meetings or just looking to unwind, you will find every style of nightlife within minutes of your hotel.
Convention weeks create a unique dynamic in Vegas. The typical weekend tourist crowd blends with professionals who are in town on expense accounts and looking to make the most of their evenings. Bottle service tables sell out faster than usual, especially at venues like XS, OMNIA, and Marquee. If VIP seating is on your radar, booking early is strongly recommended. For everyone else, the guest list is the smartest move — it guarantees free entry and lets you skip the general-admission line that grows significantly during major trade show weeks.
The best part of going out during CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring) is the social element. You will run into colleagues, competitors, and new contacts on the dance floor. Some of the most productive conversations at any convention happen after midnight over cocktails, not on the show floor. Strip clubs like Sapphire and Crazy Horse III are also extremely popular with convention groups — free guest list from your hotel and no cover through our guest list make it an easy choice for groups of any size.
After the Show
CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring) After Dark — Nightlife Picks
CHAMPS attracts an attendee base that appreciates Las Vegas nightlife differently than the construction and technology convention crowds that typically fill the Strip hotels during major shows. The counterculture and cannabis accessories market draws professionals who know their way around late-night entertainment, and Las Vegas delivers at every level. After the show floor closes at 6 PM, you have approximately four hours before the Las Vegas nightclub scene hits its peak — enough time for a hotel refresh, dinner, and show floor review before the night begins. The Strip's nightclub ecosystem runs until 4 AM on most nights, with certain venues extending to 6 AM or later on weekends. For CHAMPS attendees whose professional world runs closer to the underground electronic music scene and the cannabis culture side of American nightlife, Las Vegas offers venues and events that match that sensibility directly. Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World has the strongest underground and tech-house programming on the Strip. Drai's Nightclub at The Vanderpump Hotel has the most consistent hip-hop programming in a rooftop setting unique to the Strip. The after-hours circuit, which includes Drai's After Hours running until 9 AM on weekend mornings, is a natural extension of the late-night energy that CHAMPS week generates.
Zouk Nightclub
Nightclub
The underground electronic music venue of choice on the Strip — tech-house, techno, and melodic house residents at Resorts World. The closest thing Las Vegas has to an Ibiza-style venue.
Drai's Nightclub
Nightclub
Rooftop hip-hop nightclub at The Vanderpump Hotel with live performances and a counterculture-friendly vibe. One of the few Strip clubs where rap and hip-hop programming dominates every night.
Ayu Dayclub
Pool Party / Dayclub
The Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World runs through May with underground-leaning DJs — a pool party that skews younger and less mainstream than EBC or Marquee.
Sapphire Las Vegas
Gentlemen's Club
Free guest list entry to the world's largest gentlemen's club. A popular choice for CHAMPS groups after the show — Sapphire stays open until 6 AM.
Skip the Cover Charge
How to Get Free Entry During CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
Cover charges at Las Vegas nightclubs typically run $30 to $75 per person during convention weeks, and lines can stretch past an hour. Here is how to skip both.
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Sign Up for the Guest List
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page with your name, phone number, group size, and hotel. It takes less than thirty seconds.
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Get Your Confirmation
You will receive a text message confirming your spot on the guest list along with details about your free guest list entry from your hotel.
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Show Up and Walk In
Your car arrives at the scheduled time. When you reach the venue, give the host your name — you bypass the general-admission line and enter with no cover charge. That is it. No catch, no minimum spend required.
Make the Most of Your Trip
Insider Tips for CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring) Attendees
Balance Your Schedule
Convention days are long and draining. If you plan to go out at night, map out which sessions and booths are must-sees so you can leave the show floor by late afternoon. A short break at your hotel between the trade show and dinner makes a massive difference in your energy level for the evening ahead.
Pick the Right Nights
The first night of CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring) is usually the wildest — everyone has just arrived and the excitement is high. The final night tends to be more relaxed as attendees pack and prepare for early flights. For the best club lineups, Friday and Saturday nights always deliver regardless of the convention calendar.
Recovery Game Plan
Hydration is everything in the desert. Keep a water bottle on you during the trade show and match every cocktail with a glass of water at night. Order room service breakfast or grab a quick bite at your hotel before heading to the venue — skipping breakfast after a late night is a recipe for a miserable afternoon on the show floor.
Book as a Group
Heading out with colleagues or clients? Larger groups get better treatment at every venue in Las Vegas. When you sign up for the guest list, include your full group count so we can arrange a ride that fits everyone and ensure your party walks in together. Groups of six or more can often request reserved seating at no extra cost.
Pool Parties During CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
Convention sessions typically wrap by 5 PM. That leaves the perfect window for a pool party before dinner. Las Vegas dayclubs operate March through October with free guest list entry — a popular choice for networking or blowing off steam after a full day of sessions and exhibits.
After the Show
Top Nightclubs During CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
XS Nightclub
Wynn Las Vegas
OMNIA Nightclub
Caesars Palace
Hakkasan
MGM Grand
Marquee Nightclub
The Cosmopolitan
TAO Nightclub
The Venetian
Zouk Nightclub
Resorts World
Gentlemen's Clubs
Strip Clubs During CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)
Las Vegas strip clubs are a popular after-hours option during convention week. Most offer free guest list entry and complimentary transportation from your hotel — no cover, no minimums.
Sapphire Las Vegas
Crazy Horse 3
Treasures
Hustler Club
Spearmint Rhino
Peppermint Hippo
Kings of Hustler
Palomino Club
Little Darlings
Deja Vu Showgirls
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CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring) — FAQ
What is CHAMPS Trade Show?
CHAMPS — Contemporary Hemp and Arts Merchandise Professionals Show — is the largest B2B trade show for the counterculture, cannabis accessories, tobacco, vaporizer, and smoking products industries. It is held multiple times per year at venues including the Las Vegas Convention Center. The show is strictly trade-only: all attendees must present two forms of business ID to enter. Consumers, journalists without press credentials, and general public are not admitted. The show connects hundreds of exhibiting vendors with thousands of wholesale buyers, retailer representatives, and industry professionals.
When is CHAMPS Trade Show Spring 2026?
CHAMPS Trade Show Spring 2026 takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Wednesday, May 6 through Saturday, May 9, 2026. Show hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Wednesday through Friday and 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday. This is a B2B-only event — consumer admission is not available.
Where is CHAMPS Trade Show in Las Vegas?
CHAMPS Spring 2026 is held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. The LVCC is approximately 15 minutes by rideshare from most Strip hotels, and the Las Vegas Monorail provides service to a dedicated Convention Center station from multiple Strip properties. Self-parking is available in the LVCC parking garage for approximately $15 to $25 per day.
What ID do I need to get into CHAMPS?
CHAMPS requires two forms of business identification. Accepted combinations include a business card plus a business license, seller's permit, resale certificate, or tax ID documentation. A business card alone is not sufficient. The show is strictly for wholesale buyers, retailers, distributors, manufacturers, and industry professionals — bring your business documentation to avoid being turned away at the entry checkpoints.
What kind of products are at CHAMPS?
CHAMPS exhibitors include manufacturers and wholesalers of smoking accessories, glass art, vaporizer hardware, rolling papers, lighters, CBD and hemp products, counterculture apparel, novelty items, and cannabis industry merchandise. The show serves smoke shop owners, vape retailers, dispensary accessories buyers, online counterculture retailers, and the full range of businesses in the smoking and cannabis accessories supply chain. It is not a cannabis flower or concentrate trade show — the focus is on accessories, merchandise, and related products.
What should I do at night during CHAMPS Las Vegas?
Las Vegas nightlife runs deep during CHAMPS week. Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World has the strongest underground electronic music programming on the Strip, with tech-house and techno residents performing nightly. Drai's Nightclub at The Vanderpump Hotel offers rooftop hip-hop programming until 4 AM. The after-hours scene — Drai's After Hours at The Vanderpump Hotel runs until 9 AM on weekends — is a natural fit for CHAMPS week energy. Register through NoCoverVegas for free guest list at any of the major Strip nightclubs and eliminate cover charges for the week.
Can I go to nightclubs during CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)?
Absolutely. Las Vegas nightclubs operate year-round and convention weeks are some of their busiest periods. Most venues open at 10:30 PM and run until 4 AM. Sign up for a free guest list to skip cover charges and long general-admission lines.
Is there free transportation to nightclubs during CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)?
Yes. When you sign up through our guest list, you receive a free guest list entry from your hotel to the venue. The guest list is completely free with no obligation to purchase anything at the club.
What is the best night to go out during CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas (Spring)?
The first and second nights of the trade show tend to have the biggest crowds and the most energy. Many attendees save the final night for a quieter dinner instead. Friday and Saturday nights always have the strongest DJ lineups regardless of the convention schedule.
How should I dress for Las Vegas nightclubs?
Nightclubs on the Strip enforce a dress code. Men should wear collared shirts or stylish button-downs with dress shoes — no athletic wear, shorts, or sandals. Women have more flexibility but upscale attire is expected. If you are coming straight from the trade show, plan to change at your hotel first.
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