CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026
August 26, 2026 – August 28, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center — 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
10,000+ estimated attendees
The premier counterculture marketplace, CHAMPS Trade Show returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center for its summer edition August 26–28, 2026, drawing 10,000+ smoke shop owners, headshop retailers, cannabis accessory brands, and industry professionals. The final-day timing puts CHAMPS attendees in the city for one of August's strongest Strip weekends: The Chainsmokers at EBC Saturday, Zedd at OMNIA Dayclub, Tiësto at LIV Beach, Chris Lake at Palm Tree, and Diplo at EBC at Night.
Dates
August 26, 2026 – August 28, 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 Summer 2026
What Is CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026?
CHAMPS Trade Show returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center for its Summer 2026 edition from August 26 through August 28. The Contemporary Hemp and Arts Merchandise Professionals Show runs on its recurring Las Vegas schedule — spring and summer editions draw approximately 15,000 trade buyers and industry professionals each to the LVCC, making it one of the most consistently attended B2B counterculture and cannabis accessories trade shows in the country. The August timing positions CHAMPS Summer 2026 squarely in the heart of Las Vegas pool party season: the Strip's dayclubs — Encore Beach Club, Marquee Dayclub, Ayu Dayclub, Omnia Dayclub, and Palm Tree Beach Club — are all operating at full capacity in late August, and the pool party scene provides natural daytime entertainment options around the show schedule. Las Vegas in August means desert summer heat: expect highs of 104 to 108 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, with temperatures dropping into the low 80s overnight. The heat makes outdoor daytime activity uncomfortable but does not affect the fully air-conditioned convention center environment where the show floor runs. After-hours entertainment is unaffected by the heat, and the nightclub and after-hours circuit operates at its summer peak energy level throughout August. The CHAMPS Summer crowd brings the same B2B composition as the Spring edition — wholesale buyers, manufacturers, distributors, and retail chain representatives from the smoking accessories, vaporizer, hemp, and counterculture merchandise markets. Entry requires two forms of business identification; the show is strictly closed to consumers and general public. For returning CHAMPS Las Vegas attendees, the Summer edition complements the Spring show with some overlap in exhibitor roster but typically a different mix of new product launches and end-of-summer inventory buying from retailers stocking for Q4. August marks the transition from summer to fall buying cycles in the smoking accessories retail calendar, and many CHAMPS Summer buyers are placing orders for products they intend to have on shelves by October and November.
About CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026
CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026 — What to Expect
CHAMPS Trade Show is the counterculture industry's premier wholesale marketplace — the largest gathering of headshop retailers, smoke shop buyers, cannabis accessory brands, vape companies, and alternative lifestyle vendors in North America. The Las Vegas Summer 2026 edition runs August 26–28 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, placing 10,000+ industry professionals in the city during the final weekend of August — one of the most consistently strong Strip entertainment weekends of the summer calendar.
CHAMPS operates as a pure B2B trade show: wholesale buyers, shop owners, and distributors walk the floor sourcing inventory across hundreds of booths spanning glass art, vaporizers, CBD products, rolling accessories, branded merchandise, and related lifestyle categories. The buyer demographic skews independent retail — smoke shop owners, record store and alternative retail operators, and online specialty retailers who attend to source product and maintain vendor relationships. CHAMPS runs two annual Las Vegas editions: a spring show and the summer show in late August.
## The August 28–30 Weekend Lineup
CHAMPS 2026's timing delivers one of the strongest Las Vegas entertainment weekends of the summer as the de facto closing party for the trade show. The August 28–29 weekend is the final major Strip Saturday before Labor Day and carries near-peak summer programming at every major dayclub and nightclub — then the Strip continues Sunday with a strong closing day.
Friday August 28 runs Subtronics at EBC at Night (10:30 PM), Deorro at OMNIA Nightclub (10:30 PM), Knock2 at LIV Nightclub (10:30 PM), and Ray Volpe at Zouk Nightclub (10:30 PM). During the day, HNTR headlines EBC (11:00 AM) and CID anchors Marquee Dayclub's Beatport Fridays slot (11:00 AM).
Saturday August 29 runs four simultaneous dayclub headliners: The Chainsmokers at Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas (11:00 AM), Zedd at OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace (11:00 AM), Tiësto at LIV Beach at Fontainebleau (11:30 AM), and Chris Lake at Palm Tree Beach Club at MGM Grand (11:00 AM). Saturday night closes with Diplo and Special Guest Charly Jordan at EBC at Night (10:30 PM), Twinsick at OMNIA Nightclub, and Ian Asher at Zouk.
Sunday August 30 extends into the closing day with Afrojack at OMNIA Dayclub (11:00 AM), Bob Moses performing a club set at Encore Beach Club (11:00 AM), and Max Styler at LIV Nightclub (10:30 PM) — rounding out one of the most comprehensive three-day Strip entertainment windows of the summer calendar.
## Las Vegas Convention Center Access
The LVCC sits at 3150 Paradise Road, 1.5–2 miles east of the mid-Strip hotel cluster. Rideshare from mid-Strip hotels runs 10–15 minutes to the Convention Center. Resorts World Las Vegas (directly adjacent via Paradise Road) is the most convenient hotel property for LVCC-focused attendees, with Zouk Nightclub and Ayu Dayclub on-property for after-show programming before ridesharing to mid-Strip venues.
## Guest List During CHAMPS Week
Free guest list access is available at all major Las Vegas nightclubs and dayclubs throughout the CHAMPS Trade Show window. Wednesday and Thursday nights (August 26–27) are the most accessible with standard 1–2 day lead time. Saturday August 29 is peak demand — Chainsmokers, Tiësto, and Zedd all performing simultaneously requires 5–7 day advance registration. Submit the NoCoverVegas guest list form at least one week before August 29 for guaranteed processing.
From the Attendee Guide
Badge Pickup & Show Hours
Badge Pickup
CHAMPS Summer 2026 requires identical documentation to the Spring edition: two forms of business ID are required at entry for all attendees. Accepted documentation includes a business card paired with a business license, seller's permit, resale certificate, or tax ID document. The combination of a business card and a single supporting document is the standard requirement — arrive with your documents organized so registration moves quickly at the LVCC entrance on each day of the show. On-site registration is processed at the convention center entrance. There are no advance digital registration kiosks for the CHAMPS show format — registration happens the day of, at the door. Plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes before show open time on the first day to allow for registration processing without missing the morning hour. If you are attending as a first-timer to any CHAMPS show, review the complete documentation requirements on the official CHAMPS website at champstradeshows.com before traveling. The requirements have been consistent across recent editions, but verifying in advance prevents the frustration of arriving at the Las Vegas Convention Center in August heat without complete documentation. Repeat CHAMPS attendees who attended earlier 2026 editions should note that the same documentation standards apply regardless of previous attendance history — bring your current business ID on each day you attend.
Show Floor Hours
Quick Tips for First-Timers
- August in Las Vegas is extreme heat territory — 104 to 108 degrees outside. Pack light, breathable clothing for the travel between your hotel and the convention center. Inside the LVCC, it is fully air-conditioned and often cold — bring a light layer for the show floor.
- Hydrate aggressively. The Las Vegas desert air is extremely dry even indoors, and the combination of August heat and convention center dehydration is a common issue for first-time August visitors. Carry a water bottle and refill it throughout the day.
- Book your hotel early for the August CHAMPS edition. Late August overlaps with the tail end of the summer Las Vegas season, and Strip hotels can be busy with conventions and leisure travelers simultaneously. The Resorts World and Wynn-area hotels are closest to the LVCC via monorail.
- Bring two sets of business documentation per day. If you plan to attend multiple days, having duplicate copies of your business license or resale certificate prevents losing your entry documentation.
Daily Schedule
CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026 — Day-by-Day Nightlife
Wednesday, August 26 — CHAMPS Opening Day
DJ Buza (The Wednesday Dip)
Eric Remy (Drift Wednesdays)
DJ Franzen (R&Bae Wednesdays)
Melé (Lowkey in the Library)
It's Murph
R&B Thursdays
Thursday, August 27 — CHAMPS Exhibit Day 2
DJ Shr3d
Stephi K
DJ Five (Worship Thursdays)
Thursdays on the Terrace
Hakkasan Thursday
Daybreak Thursdays
Only At Drai's
Friday, August 28 — CHAMPS Exhibit Day 3
CID (Beatport Fridays)
Łaszewo
DJ Que
Subtronics
Deorro
Knock2
Ray Volpe
Greg Lopez
Phoreyz
Hakkasan Friday
Marquee Nightclub Friday
House • Hip Hop After Hours
Saturday, August 29 — Final Summer Weekend Peak
The Chainsmokers
Zedd
Tiësto
Chris Lake
DJ Pauly D
Timmy Trumpet
Kid Conrad
Diplo w/ Special Guest Charly Jordan
Twinsick
Ian Asher
Jigitz
Crespo
Eric Remy
Industry Night
Sunday, August 30
Bob Moses (Club Set)
Afrojack
Max Styler
Getting There
How to Get to CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026
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 Summer 2026
When 10,000 trade show attendees descend on Las Vegas for CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026, 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 Summer 2026 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.
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Nightlife for CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026 Attendees
## CHAMPS Summer 2026 Las Vegas Nightlife — Day-by-Day Guide
### LVCC Transportation to Strip Venues
CHAMPS Summer 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center gives attendees one of the most efficient public transit connections to Strip nightlife of any Las Vegas convention. The Las Vegas Monorail's Convention Center station is steps from the LVCC campus and provides direct service to Resorts World, Wynn/Encore, Harrah's, The LINQ, Flamingo, Bally's, Paris, and MGM Grand for $5 per ride or $13 for a day pass. During CHAMPS week, the monorail makes the entire Strip accessible: Zouk Nightclub and Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World are one stop north, OMNIA Dayclub and OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars are a short walk from the Flamingo/Caesars stop, and Hakkasan at MGM Grand is the southernmost monorail terminus.
For venues not on the monorail corridor — EBC at Night and Encore Beach Club at Wynn (walkable from Resorts World), Marquee at The Cosmopolitan, and TAO Nightclub at The Venetian — rideshare adds $8 to $18 per trip. The combination of monorail coverage and rideshare availability makes the LVCC one of the better-positioned convention venues for after-hours nightlife access in Las Vegas.
### ASD + CHAMPS Double Convention Week — August 26–27
CHAMPS Summer 2026 runs August 26–28, and [ASD Market Week Summer 2026](/conventions/asd-market-week-summer) runs concurrently at the same Las Vegas Convention Center campus from August 25–27. ASD is the largest retail sourcing trade show in the United States — 45,000+ general merchandise, fashion accessories, and wholesale buyers fill the LVCC's West and Central Halls while CHAMPS occupies its own hall space. The two shows attract meaningfully different buyer segments, but they share core demographics: both draw independent retail operators, entrepreneurial business owners, and buyer-side professionals who know Las Vegas and actively plan evening entertainment. On Wednesday August 26 and Thursday August 27, both conventions are simultaneously active at the LVCC. The practical implication for CHAMPS attendees: guest lists at the most popular Strip nightclubs fill faster on those two evenings than on a single-convention week. Submit NoCoverVegas guest list by August 21 for all three CHAMPS nights to secure confirmed access before the double-convention crowds converge on the Strip.
### Wednesday, August 26 — CHAMPS Opening Night
Wednesday is the opening day of CHAMPS Summer 2026, with the show floor running from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Most attendees spend the full six hours covering the CHAMPS floor — the opening day is when new product launches and exclusive exhibitor presentations tend to concentrate. After the 6 PM close, there is a four-to-five hour window before the nightclub scene peaks.
Wednesday nightclub programming in Las Vegas is lighter than the weekend, but the options during CHAMPS week include Hakkasan's R&Bae Wednesdays featuring DJ Franzen (10:30 PM at MGM Grand). The R&Bae format brings an R&B-forward Wednesday program that provides a strong hip-hop and R&B nightclub experience at one of the Strip's most recognized club brands. Wednesday is also the lightest guest list demand night of the CHAMPS week — NoCoverVegas guest list for Wednesday Hakkasan submissions require just three to four days advance notice.
For attendees who want a lower-energy Wednesday after a full opening-day floor session, TAO Nightclub at The Venetian and Drai's Nightclub at The Vanderpump Hotel run regular Wednesday programming. CHAMPS opening night tends to produce spontaneous industry after-parties at Suite 12 (an industry-adjacent bar network near the LVCC), so checking with exhibitor contacts for invite-only evening events is a practical supplement to the formal nightlife calendar.
### Thursday, August 27 — Mid-Show Night
Thursday is the mid-show day — the most productive single floor session of CHAMPS Summer, as buyers who covered priority vendors on Wednesday shift to secondary discovery and reorder meetings. The 6 PM close again provides the standard four-hour window before nightclub peak.
Hakkasan continues its midweek programming with DJ E-Rock on Thursday (10:30 PM). The LVCC monorail connection makes MGM Grand's southernmost station a direct, inexpensive transit option. Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World is the Thursday underground recommendation — a one-stop monorail ride north from the Convention Center station, Zouk's tech-house and melodic house programming aligns directly with the music preferences of the CHAMPS crowd's electronic music-adjacent demographic.
OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace runs Thursday programming with DJ residency bookings from its summer roster. The Caesars stop on the monorail (Flamingo/Caesars station, three stops from the Convention Center) makes OMNIA accessible without rideshare. The Thursday OMNIA crowd has lower peak-weekend density — a manageable experience for CHAMPS attendees who want the full nightclub environment without the Saturday compression.
For the after-hours circuit: Drai's After Hours at The Vanderpump Hotel runs Thursday evenings with house and hip-hop programming from 1:00 AM to approximately 9:00 AM. The after-hours format serves the CHAMPS crowd's tendency toward late-night entertainment patterns, and the counterculture demographic aligns with the Drai's After Hours programming identity.
### Friday, August 28 — Final Show Day and Peak Night
Friday is the final CHAMPS Summer show day, running 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Exhibitors begin wrapping displays after 5:00 PM, so serious floor coverage should be complete by late afternoon. Friday also opens the weekend nightlife calendar — the strongest single night of the CHAMPS Summer week.
Friday August 28 daytime pool activity is accessible for CHAMPS attendees who can exit the floor by 2:00 PM: HNTR headlines Encore Beach Club (11 AM), CID holds Marquee Dayclub's Beatport Fridays series (11 AM), and Łaszewo performs at TAO Beach (11 AM). The OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars runs afternoon programming accessible from the Caesars monorail stop.
Friday nightclub programming during CHAMPS week is the strongest of the three conference evenings:
Subtronics at EBC at Night (10:30 PM, Wynn Las Vegas) — the heavy bass and riddim dubstep headliner is one of the most in-demand bookings on the Wynn campus. EBC at Night is accessible via rideshare in 10 to 12 minutes from the LVCC or a short monorail ride to Resorts World then a walkable 8 minutes to Wynn.
Deorro at OMNIA Nightclub (10:30 PM, Caesars Palace) — the cross-genre EDM and Latin electronic producer delivers a high-energy main room set with broader demographic appeal than the underground formats. OMNIA is directly accessible via the Caesars/Flamingo monorail stop.
Ray Volpe at Zouk Nightclub (10:30 PM, Resorts World) — the riddim dubstep and bass music producer runs the Zouk main room for a CHAMPS-week Friday that leans toward the same bass music audience as Subtronics at EBC at Night. One monorail stop north from the Convention Center.
Knock2 at LIV Nightclub (10:30 PM, Fontainebleau Las Vegas) — the bass house and tech-house DJ at Fontainebleau's nightclub. LIV is not on the monorail line; rideshare from the LVCC takes approximately 15 minutes.
Drai's After Hours continues through Friday night into Saturday morning (1:00 AM to 9:00 AM) for CHAMPS attendees who operate on the after-hours schedule that the counterculture market is known for.
### Extending Through the Final August Weekend (August 28–29)
CHAMPS Summer ends Friday August 28 — leaving attendees free through the weekend to experience the final major pool party weekend of the Las Vegas August season. Saturday August 29 is the highest-demand single pool party day of the month:
The Chainsmokers headline Encore Beach Club (11:00 AM, Wynn) — their Grammy-winning pop-electronic hybrid with live vocals is the most commercially accessible pool party performance of the final August weekend.
Zedd headlines OMNIA Dayclub (11:00 AM, Caesars Palace) — the Grammy-winning producer's high-production EDM set at the new Caesars dayclub is the Saturday alternative for the electronic music-forward CHAMPS attendee.
Chris Lake headlines Palm Tree Beach Club (11:00 AM, MGM Grand) — the Scottish deep house and tech-house producer brings one of the underground-leaning Saturday headliner bookings of the August-end pool season.
Tiësto headlines LIV Beach (11:30 AM, Fontainebleau Las Vegas) — his consistent Las Vegas residency presence makes his Saturday LIV Beach appearance one of the most reliably attended pool party dates of the month.
Saturday August 29 nightclubs: Diplo with Special Guest Charly Jordan at EBC at Night (10:30 PM), Twinsick at OMNIA Nightclub (10:30 PM), and Ian Asher at Zouk (10:30 PM) complete the Saturday evening calendar.
Submit NoCoverVegas guest list for Saturday August 29 at least five to seven days in advance. The Chainsmokers at EBC and Zedd at OMNIA Dayclub are the highest-demand guest list spots of the final August weekend.
After the Show
CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026 After Dark — Nightlife Picks
CHAMPS Summer 2026 places you in Las Vegas during the last full weekend of the August pool party and nightclub season. The dayclub calendar is still fully active through August 29 — Encore Beach Club and Marquee Dayclub both have headliner programming through the end of August, and the afternoon pool party hours (11 AM to 6 PM at most venues) overlap with CHAMPS show hours, meaning attendees can cover priority vendors in the morning and reach a pool party by 1:00 PM for the peak afternoon session. The nightclub scene in late August operates at its summer peak: headliner bookings at OMNIA Nightclub, Hakkasan, and Zouk are comparable to July in terms of artist quality and crowd energy. (Note: XS Nightclub at Wynn is closed for renovation Aug 1–Dec 31, 2026, reopening NYE December 31 — EBC at Night is the Wynn campus nightclub option.) The CHAMPS Summer crowd includes many attendees from markets where cannabis culture and electronic music culture overlap substantially — the tech-house and melodic house programming at Zouk and Ayu, the underground after-hours circuit, and the pool party ecosystem all serve the sensibilities of the CHAMPS Summer buyer demographic. For attendees planning their evening schedule around the CHAMPS show hours, the 6 PM close on Wednesday through Friday provides a clear four-hour window between the show ending and the peak nightclub arrival time (10 PM to midnight) — enough time for hotel, dinner, and preparation for a late night.
Ayu Dayclub
Pool Party / Dayclub
The Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World runs through August with underground-leaning house and techno programming — a natural fit for the CHAMPS crowd. One monorail stop north from the LVCC Convention Center station. Book a free guest list through NoCoverVegas for no-cover pool party entry.
Zouk Nightclub
Nightclub
Resorts World's flagship nightclub is the premier underground electronic music venue on the Strip. Friday August 28: Ray Volpe headlines — bass music and riddim dubstep for the CHAMPS closing-night crowd. One monorail stop from the LVCC.
Drai's Nightclub
Nightclub
Rooftop hip-hop and R&B nightclub at The Vanderpump Hotel with open-air configuration and late-night programming. Drai's After Hours runs until 9 AM on weekends — a natural extension for CHAMPS attendees who run on after-hours schedules.
Encore Beach Club
Pool Party / Dayclub
The top pool party on the Strip through August. Friday: HNTR (11 AM). Saturday post-CHAMPS: The Chainsmokers (11 AM). EBC at Night Friday: Subtronics (10:30 PM) — the week's highest-energy nightclub booking. Accessible via monorail to Resorts World then 8-min walk to Wynn.
OMNIA Dayclub
Dayclub
OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace operates through August with peak summer programming. Saturday post-CHAMPS: Zedd headlines (11 AM). Accessible via the Flamingo/Caesars monorail stop. Free guest list through NoCoverVegas.
OMNIA Nightclub
Nightclub
Caesars Palace's flagship nightclub with the iconic motorized chandelier main room. Friday August 28: Deorro headlines (10:30 PM). Accessible via the Flamingo/Caesars monorail stop from the LVCC.
Sapphire Las Vegas
Gentlemen's Club
Complimentary admission through NoCoverVegas guest list. Stays open until 6 AM. Popular after-hours destination for CHAMPS groups — Sapphire's late format suits the counterculture market's after-hours schedule. Free shuttle from Strip hotels.
Weekend After CHAMPS Summer 2026
August 28–29 Las Vegas Weekend — Final Summer Blowout
CHAMPS Summer 2026 wraps Friday August 28. The weekend of August 28–29 that follows is the last major summer weekend before Labor Day — with The Chainsmokers, Zedd, Tiësto, and Chris Lake all headlining simultaneously on Saturday August 29. CHAMPS attendees extending through the weekend have access to some of the strongest pool party programming of the summer on their checkout day.
August 28–29 Weekend Guide
Chainsmokers + Zedd + Tiësto + Diplo — full lineup, venue breakdown, and free guest list for the final summer weekend
Labor Day Weekend 2026 Guide
Sep 4–7 — the weekend after CHAMPS closes. Chainsmokers, Tiësto, Marshmello, FISHER, and Diplo across all major dayclubs.
Labor Day Weekend Las Vegas
Best venues, pool party tips, and free guest list for the last big summer weekend of 2026
Skip the Cover Charge
How to Get Free Entry During CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026
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 Summer 2026 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 Summer 2026 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 Summer 2026
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 Summer 2026
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 Summer 2026
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Sapphire Las Vegas
Crazy Horse 3
Treasures
Hustler Club
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CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026 — FAQ
When is CHAMPS Trade Show Summer 2026?
CHAMPS Trade Show Summer 2026 takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Wednesday, August 26 through Friday, August 28, 2026. Show hours are 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Wednesday through Friday. This is a strictly B2B-only event — consumer admission is not available. Two forms of business identification are required for entry.
Where is CHAMPS Summer 2026 in Las Vegas?
CHAMPS Summer 2026 is held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. The Convention Center is accessible via the Las Vegas Monorail from multiple Strip hotels — the dedicated Convention Center monorail stop is a few minutes from Resorts World, Wynn, Harrah's, and other north and central Strip properties. Self-parking is available for $15 to $25 per day in the LVCC garage. Rideshare from most Strip hotels costs $8 to $15 per trip.
What ID do I need for CHAMPS Summer 2026?
Entry to CHAMPS requires two forms of business identification. Standard accepted combinations include a business card plus one of the following: business license, seller's permit, resale certificate, or tax identification document. A business card alone is insufficient. This policy applies to every edition of CHAMPS regardless of prior attendance. Verify your specific documentation requirements on the official CHAMPS website at champstradeshows.com before traveling to Las Vegas.
How hot is Las Vegas in August during CHAMPS?
Las Vegas in late August is extremely hot: typical daytime highs run from 104 to 108 degrees Fahrenheit, with overnight lows in the low 80s. The Las Vegas Convention Center is fully air-conditioned, so the show floor environment is comfortable throughout. The heat primarily affects travel between your hotel and the LVCC, outdoor pool party conditions, and the Strip pedestrian environment. Hydration is critical — Las Vegas's dry desert air accelerates dehydration faster than humid climates. Pool parties run through August and operate from 11 AM to late afternoon, with the most intense heat typically between 1 PM and 4 PM.
Are there pool parties during CHAMPS Summer 2026?
Yes. Late August is still full pool party season in Las Vegas. Encore Beach Club at Wynn, Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan, Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World, and Palm Tree Beach Club at MGM Grand are all operating through the end of August with regular headliner and resident DJ programming. Pool parties run from 11 AM to approximately 5 or 6 PM, which means CHAMPS attendees who leave the show floor in the early afternoon can reach a pool party for the peak afternoon hours. Register through NoCoverVegas for free guest list access at the major Las Vegas dayclubs.
What is CHAMPS Trade Show and who attends?
CHAMPS is the Contemporary Hemp and Arts Merchandise Professionals Show — the largest B2B trade show for the counterculture, smoking accessories, vaporizer hardware, hemp products, and alternative lifestyle merchandise industries. Attendees are wholesale buyers from smoke shops, vape retailers, dispensary accessories sections, online counterculture retailers, and related businesses. Exhibitors include manufacturers and wholesalers of glass art, rolling products, vaporizers, CBD merchandise, apparel, and the full range of counterculture retail products. CHAMPS runs twice per year in Las Vegas (Spring and Summer) and at additional locations including Chicago, Atlantic City, Fort Lauderdale, and Austin. The Las Vegas editions are the largest.
When is CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas 2026?
CHAMPS Trade Show Summer 2026 runs August 26–28 (Wednesday–Friday) at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Road. This is the summer edition of CHAMPS — North America's largest counterculture wholesale marketplace. Hours and badge registration are available at champstradeshows.com. The show's final day is Friday August 28, with the Las Vegas Strip's strongest late-August entertainment lineup on Saturday August 29.
What Las Vegas nightclubs are open during CHAMPS Trade Show?
All major Strip nightclubs and dayclubs operate throughout CHAMPS week (August 26–28). Wednesday August 26: It's Murph at EBC at Night, DJ Franzen (R&Bae Wednesdays) at Hakkasan, Melé at Marquee Nightclub. Thursday August 27: DJ Five (Worship Thursdays) at TAO Nightclub, Thursdays on the Terrace at OMNIA Nightclub, Hakkasan Thursday. Friday August 28 (CHAMPS final day): Subtronics at EBC at Night, Deorro at OMNIA Nightclub, Knock2 at LIV Nightclub, Ray Volpe at Zouk, Greg Lopez at TAO. The following Saturday (August 29): The Chainsmokers at EBC dayclub, Zedd at OMNIA Dayclub, Tiësto at LIV Beach, Chris Lake at Palm Tree Beach Club, Diplo at EBC at Night. Free guest list through NoCoverVegas for qualifying groups at all venues.
How do I get free entry during CHAMPS Trade Show week?
Register via NoCoverVegas at least 5–7 days before Saturday August 29 for Chainsmokers, Zedd, or Tiësto guest list. Friday is more accessible with 2–3 days notice. Wednesday and Thursday (August 26–27) convention arrival nights are the easiest access nights of the week. Guest list provides free or significantly reduced cover at XS, OMNIA, LIV, EBC, Hakkasan, Marquee, Zouk, and all major Strip venues.
Can I go to nightclubs during CHAMPS Trade Show Las Vegas Summer 2026?
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.
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