JCK Las Vegas 2026 — Complete Attendee Guide
JCK Las Vegas is the premier jewelry industry event in the Americas, bringing together 30,000 exhibitors and attendees at the Venetian Expo for four days of fine jewelry, watches, gemstones, design innovations, and industry education. From independent jewelry designers to global luxury brands, JCK is where the jewelry trade discovers new collections, sources gemstones, and builds relationships that drive business all year. Co-located with Luxury by JCK at The Venetian, the combined event covers every segment of the jewelry market — engagement and bridal, fashion jewelry, loose gemstones and diamonds, estate and antique pieces, and precision timepieces. Whether you are a retail jeweler placing orders, a designer sourcing materials, or a supplier presenting your line, this guide covers all the logistics for your Las Vegas trip.
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Registration
JCK Las VegasBadge Pickup — Location & Hours
Registration and badge pickup for JCK Las Vegas 2026 is in the Venetian Expo main lobby registration area. Pre-registered attendees use express self-service kiosks — scan the QR code from your confirmation email and collect your badge in under two minutes. General on-site registration is available at staffed desks but expect 20–30 minute waits on Friday morning when the show floor opens. Badge pickup opens Thursday May 28 at 12:00 PM, the day before the exhibit floor opens, allowing attendees who arrive Thursday to pick up in advance. Luxury by JCK badge pickup uses a separate registration area inside The Venetian hotel tower — check your registration confirmation for the exact room assignment. JCK badge holders must show a valid government ID at pickup that matches the registration name. The JCK app allows you to store a digital backup of your badge for secondary reference, though the physical badge is required for show floor entry.
Schedule
JCK Las Vegas Show Floor Hours
Luxury by JCK opens Thursday May 28 for credentialed Luxury buyers, one day before the main JCK floor. JCK Talks education sessions begin each morning before the exhibit floor opens. Monday is a shortened day — most retail buyers depart Sunday evening after JCK Rocks.
Official After-Party
JCK Rocks — Official Entertainment Event, Sunday May 31
Headliners
Nelly
Venue
TAO Beach & Night Club at The Venetian
Included With
JCK or Luxury badge (21+ required)
JCK Rocks is the signature entertainment event of JCK Las Vegas 2026, held Sunday May 31. The evening begins at 6:00 PM with the Facets benefit dinner for Jewelers for Children in the Lando and Marcello Ballrooms on Level 4 of The Venetian — a cocktail reception and seated dinner that draws JCK's senior industry leadership and serves as the social apex of the conference's professional circuit. From Facets, attendees transition to TAO Beach & Night Club at 9:00 PM for Nelly's live performance. Nelly — Cornell Iral Haynes Jr. — is the St. Louis-born hip-hop and pop-crossover artist behind Hot in Herre, Dilemma, Just a Dream, and Grillz. His early-2000s catalog creates a high-energy sing-along atmosphere that resonates strongly with the JCK attendee demographic — the exact age cohort that experienced his mainstream peak. JCK Rocks is open to all JCK and Luxury badge holders aged 21 and older and is included with conference badge access. The Venetian location means attendees can reach TAO Beach from any hotel tower in the complex without leaving the building.
Transportation
How to Get to JCK Las Vegas
Parking
Use The Venetian parking garage with self-park and valet options. Self-parking is free for hotel guests and typically $15–20 for non-guests during conventions.
Public Transit / Monorail
The nearest monorail station is Harrah's / The LINQ, about a 10-minute walk. The Venetian Expo is directly connected to The Venetian and Palazzo hotels via enclosed indoor walkways.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Uber and Lyft drop off at the main Venetian porte-cochère on Las Vegas Blvd. Follow signs to the Expo from the casino floor — it is about a 10-minute walk through the property.
Walking from the Strip
The Venetian Expo sits right on the Strip. Central Strip hotels are within a 5–15 minute walk. It is one of the most convenient convention venues in Las Vegas.
Food & Drink
Where to Eat During JCK Las Vegas
- Grand Canal Shoppes — 40+ restaurants inside The Venetian including Buddy V's, Grand Lux Cafe, and Yardbird
- The LINQ Promenade — outdoor dining and bars a 5-minute walk south
- Treasure Island restaurants — 10-minute walk north
- Caesars Palace Forum Shops — 15-minute walk south with premium dining
Insider Tips
JCK Las Vegas Tips for First-Timers
- JCK is a buyer-focused show — schedule appointments with exhibitors in advance through the JCK platform. The exhibit floor is massive and unplanned walks often miss the specific stone cuts, settings, or category specialists you came to see.
- Download the JCK app before you arrive and map your exhibit hall routing by category. The GEMS pavilion (AGTA loose stones), the main JCK floor, and Luxury by JCK are in different zones — plan transitions between them to avoid backtracking.
- Dress business professional or polished business casual. The jewelry industry is appearance-conscious — attendees wear significant personal collections as a form of professional expression, and first impressions on the show floor carry real weight with exhibitors.
- Bring a loupe (10x recommended), business cards, and printed product specifications for sourcing discussions. Many diamond and gemstone dealers conduct impromptu stone presentations at their booths — being prepared to examine product on the spot is a mark of a serious buyer.
- The Venetian Expo is physically connected to The Venetian and Palazzo hotel towers via enclosed casino-floor walkways. If you stay on-property, your commute from room to booth can be under 10 minutes — a significant advantage on a four-day buying schedule.
- Attend the JCK Talks education sessions. Sessions on consumer sentiment, retail marketing, lab-grown diamond positioning, and jewelry design trends often surface insights that are more actionable than anything you hear on the show floor from vendors with products to sell.
- Plan evening activities before you arrive — brand dinners, designer showcases, and JCK Rocks (official Sunday evening event at TAO Beach) book up early. The best client entertainment slots at Strip restaurants fill days in advance during JCK week.
- Late May in Las Vegas runs 100–108°F outdoors — plan your between-exhibit logistics accordingly. The Venetian Expo and hotel complex are fully air-conditioned, but walking the parking lot or crossing the Strip at midday is uncomfortable without preparation. Bring a wide-brimmed hat if you plan to use the pool.
After the Show
JCK Las VegasAfter Dark — Nightlife & After Parties
The jewelry industry operates on relationship capital, and JCK after-hours in Las Vegas is where those relationships advance. Brand dinners at Strip restaurants, private designer showcases in hotel suites, the official JCK Rocks party at TAO Beach (Sunday May 31, featuring Nelly), and the full Las Vegas Strip nightlife circuit give JCK attendees a four-night social calendar that is as dense and deal-adjacent as the show floor itself. The Venetian Expo's position in the center of the Strip means TAO Nightclub is four minutes away, OMNIA Dayclub and OMNIA Nightclub are a 10-minute rideshare south at Caesars Palace, and every major pool party venue is operational in late May's 100°F heat. The best performing clients are entertained. The best sourcing relationships are built at dinner tables and in VIP sections, not just across display cases. Plan the evenings before you land.
TAO Nightclub
Nightclub / Lounge
Inside The Venetian — four minutes from the Expo floor on foot. Asian-inspired luxury interior with hand-carved teak, silk panels, and a sky-box mezzanine. TAO's private dining rooms for 10–30 guests are where diamond suppliers host retail client dinners during JCK week.
OMNIA Nightclub
Nightclub
Tiësto headlines Friday May 29 and Steve Aoki Saturday May 30 — two of the biggest EDM bookings of the JCK weekend. Caesars Palace kinetic chandelier, three distinct environments, 10-minute rideshare from The Venetian.
LIV Nightclub
Nightclub
Metro Boomin headlines Friday May 29 at Fontainebleau Las Vegas — the JCK opening-night hip-hop option. LIV at Fontainebleau is 10 minutes north from The Venetian, with a different crowd and genre than the EDM clubs.
XS Nightclub
Nightclub
At Wynn Las Vegas, 1.5 miles north. The gold-serpentine outdoor pool deck operates in late May's warm evenings, delivering a premium outdoor nightclub experience that the jewelry industry's client entertainment budgets were built for.
Marquee Nightclub
Nightclub
At The Cosmopolitan, a 5-minute walk south from The Venetian. Multi-level layout with a rooftop Library lounge ideal for smaller JCK groups who want a high-end atmosphere without the main-floor energy.
OMNIA Dayclub
Dayclub
OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace opened May 15 — exactly two weeks before JCK begins. The 46,000-square-foot pool fits JCK's afternoon schedule precisely: show floor closes at 5:30 PM, rideshare 10 minutes to Caesars, pool and dayclub session from 11 AM when you want a late-morning start.
TAO Beach
Dayclub
Rooftop Mediterranean-inspired dayclub inside The Venetian resort — on the same property as the show floor. Open Thursday through Sunday. JCK Rocks culminates at TAO Beach & Night Club on Sunday May 31 with Nelly performing (open to all JCK/Luxury badge holders 21+).
Sapphire Las Vegas
Gentlemen's Club
Free guest list entry with complimentary limo from your hotel. The world's largest gentlemen's club at 70,000 sq ft — the most popular late-night option for JCK convention groups who want a full Las Vegas experience after the official events wrap.
JCK Las Vegas — FAQ
Where is JCK Las Vegas 2026?
JCK Las Vegas 2026 is at the Venetian Expo (formerly Sands Expo), 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169. The Venetian Expo is physically integrated with The Venetian and Palazzo hotel complex — one of the largest single hotel footprints in the world. The exhibit hall occupies multiple levels, with the main JCK show floor on the ground level of the Venetian Expo and Luxury by JCK held in a dedicated area of The Venetian hotel itself. The GEMS pavilion (AGTA loose stone dealers) is a dedicated area within the main floor. Most attendees enter through The Venetian main entrance on Las Vegas Blvd or via indoor walkways from their hotel tower — Sands Ave is primarily used for deliveries and loading dock access.
What are the JCK Las Vegas 2026 dates?
JCK Las Vegas 2026 runs Friday, May 29 through Monday, June 1, 2026. The show floor hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM on Friday through Sunday, and 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on Monday. Luxury by JCK for credentialed Luxury buyers opens Thursday May 28, one day before the main JCK floor. Badge pickup opens Thursday May 28 at 12:00 PM. JCK Talks education sessions begin each morning before the exhibit floor opens. JCK Rocks, the official Saturday-Sunday entertainment event, is Sunday May 31 with Nelly performing at TAO Beach & Night Club starting at 9:00 PM (preceded by the Facets charity dinner at 6:00 PM).
Who is performing at Las Vegas nightclubs during JCK 2026?
During JCK week 2026 (May 29–June 1), confirmed nightclub headliners include Tiësto at OMNIA Nightclub on Friday May 29, Steve Aoki at OMNIA on Saturday May 30, and Metro Boomin at LIV Nightclub on Friday May 29. Dayclubs running simultaneously include David Guetta at LIV Beach on Saturday May 30, Marshmello at Encore Beach Club Saturday May 30, Zedd at OMNIA Dayclub Saturday May 30, and Alesso at Palm Tree Beach Club Saturday May 30. JCK Rocks on Sunday May 31 features Nelly performing at TAO Beach & Night Club, open to all JCK and Luxury badge holders 21+. The Venetian's proximity to these venues means most nightlife is a 5–15 minute rideshare from the show hotel.
Is JCK Las Vegas open to the public?
JCK is a trade-only event open to verified jewelry industry professionals. To attend, you must register through the JCK website (lasvegas.jckonline.com) and provide credentials confirming your industry affiliation — retail jeweler, wholesale buyer, manufacturer, gemstone dealer, jewelry designer, or industry supplier. Consumer buyers and the general public are not eligible to attend the main show floor or Luxury by JCK. Credential verification happens during the registration review process — if you are unsure whether you qualify, the JCK registration portal provides a list of accepted professional categories. On-site credential verification causes significantly longer registration wait times, so completing credential submission online before arrival is strongly recommended.
Where do I pick up my JCK badge?
Badge pickup for JCK Las Vegas 2026 is in the Venetian Expo main lobby registration area. Express kiosks are available for pre-registered attendees — scan the QR code from your registration confirmation email and collect your badge in under two minutes. Badge pickup opens Thursday May 28 at 12:00 PM, the day before the exhibit floor opens, allowing Thursday arrivals to register in advance and skip Friday morning lines. A valid government ID matching your registration name is required at pickup. Luxury by JCK badges use a separate registration area inside The Venetian hotel — check your registration confirmation for the specific room assignment. The JCK app (iOS and Android) allows digital badge storage as a backup, though the physical badge is required for show floor access.
How do I get to JCK from the airport?
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is approximately 15 minutes from The Venetian by rideshare under normal traffic conditions, with fares typically running $15–25 depending on time of day. The airport sits southeast of the Strip; The Venetian is on the north-center Strip. During peak JCK arrival windows — Thursday afternoon May 28 and Friday morning May 29 — allow extra time for rideshare pickup congestion at the airport's designated vehicle zone. Taxi and shuttle services are available from the taxi dispatch area at baggage claim. Las Vegas does not have direct rail service from the airport to the Strip — rideshare is the most practical option for most attendees arriving with luggage and samples. The Venetian has a dedicated rideshare and taxi dropoff area at its main Las Vegas Blvd entrance.
Is JCK walkable from Strip hotels?
The Venetian Expo is in the north-center Strip corridor, making it walkable from most major hotel properties under normal conditions. The Cosmopolitan is a 5-minute walk south along Las Vegas Blvd, Caesars Palace is an 8-minute walk south, and Wynn and Encore are a 5-minute walk north. Hotels in the south-center and south Strip — MGM Grand, Aria, Park MGM, Mandalay Bay — are 25–45 minutes on foot and are better served by rideshare. The Palazzo hotel, which shares the same complex as The Venetian Expo, has direct indoor walkway access to the exhibit hall — the closest possible hotel location for the show. Late May temperatures in Las Vegas reach 100–108°F outdoors; most JCK attendees use rideshare even for short distances to avoid midday heat exposure during busy buying days.
What should I wear to JCK?
JCK dress code is business professional or polished business casual. The jewelry industry is appearance-conscious and style-aware in a way that distinguishes it from other trade shows — attendees wear personal jewelry collections as professional credentials, and your presentation signals your level of the market. Men should wear tailored dress pants, a collared shirt or blazer, and dress shoes — khakis and a polo are the low end of acceptable. Women have broader latitude but the expectation is fashion-forward business attire, often elevated by significant personal jewelry. Athletic wear, sneakers, shorts, or overly casual clothing are out of place on the show floor and may affect how exhibitors engage with you. For Las Vegas nightclubs after JCK, the same principle applies: collared shirts and dress shoes for men, elevated attire for women, and no athletic shoes, shorts, or sandals after 9 PM at Strip venues.
What is JCK Rocks?
JCK Rocks is the official entertainment event of JCK Las Vegas 2026, held Sunday May 31. The evening begins at 6:00 PM with Facets, a benefit cocktail reception and dinner for Jewelers for Children, held in the Lando and Marcello Ballrooms on Level 4 of The Venetian. From Facets, attendees move to TAO Beach & Night Club at 9:00 PM for Nelly's live performance. Nelly's catalog — Hot in Herre, Dilemma, Just a Dream, Grillz — creates a high-energy sing-along environment that resonates particularly well with the JCK crowd demographic. JCK Rocks is open to all JCK and Luxury badge holders aged 21 and older and is included in the conference badge. The 9:00 PM start at TAO Beach creates a natural Sunday evening sequence: Facets dinner 6–8 PM, then TAO Beach performance 9 PM onward.
What is there to do after JCK?
JCK's after-hours circuit combines brand-hosted events with the full Las Vegas Strip nightlife. Official events include JCK Rocks (Sunday May 31, Nelly at TAO Beach, open to JCK/Luxury badge holders 21+) and brand designer showcases across Strip venues throughout the week. Nightclubs: Tiësto at OMNIA Friday May 29, Steve Aoki at OMNIA Saturday May 30, and Metro Boomin at LIV Friday May 29 are the headline bookings. Dayclubs: TAO Beach on The Venetian rooftop, OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars, and LIV Beach at Fontainebleau run 11 AM through 7 PM in summer heat. For client dinners before nightlife, CUT at the Palazzo, STK at The Cosmopolitan, and Nobu at Caesars are the standard circuit. Submit a NoCoverVegas free guest list to skip cover charges at nightclubs and dayclubs throughout JCK week.
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