TRADE SHOW FREIGHT GUIDE

WEFTEC 2026 Freight & Shipping Guide

Plan your freight to WEFTEC 2026 with key shipping dates, New Orleans venue information, move-in details, and guidance for getting your exhibit or equipment to the show.

SHOW DATES

Sep 28

-

Sep 30

VENUE

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

LOCATION

New Orleans

,

LA

ADVANCE FREIGHT DEADLINE

September 16, 2026

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Shipping Details ↓

September

28

–

30

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

New Orleans

,

LA

KEY DATES

Trade Show Timeline

Stay on track with the most important freight and show dates.

Advance Warehouse
Opens

Advance Freight
Deadline

Exhibitor Move-In
Starts

Show Opens

Show Closes

Exhibitor Move-Out
Starts

SHIPPING TO

WEFTEC

Shipping Freight to WEFTEC 2026

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WEFTEC brings water and wastewater equipment, technology, and exhibit freight to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. Exhibitors should plan shipments around the show's targeted move-in schedule and their assigned delivery window.

For equipment, oversized exhibits, or time-sensitive freight, coordinate transportation around your booth's move-in requirements rather than simply the exhibition opening date.

OFFICIAL SHOW RESOURCES

Official Show Website ↗

Exhibitor Resources ↗

YOUR SHIPPING OPTIONS

Advance Warehouse vs. Direct-to-Show

There are two primary ways to get your freight to the show. Compare the timing and advantages of each option to determine what works best for your shipment.

ADVANCE WAREHOUSE

Ship Early. Arrive Ready

Send your freight ahead of the show and have it received before exhibitor move-in begins.

ADVANCE WAREHOUSE OPENS

August 24, 2026

ADVANCE WAREHOUSE DEADLINE

September 16, 2026

best for:

Exhibitors whose freight is ready early and who want more flexibility ahead of move-in.

DIRECT-TO-SHOW

Ship Straight to the Venue.

Schedule your freight to arrive directly at the venue during the show's designated receiving window.

MOVE-IN BEGINS

September 23, 2026

VENUE

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

marshalling yard

3755 Peters Rd Harvey, LA 70058, USA

best for:

Exhibitors whose freight isn't ready by the advance deadline or shipments better suited for delivery directly to the venue.

Exhibitway recommendation

Which Shipping Option Makes Sense for WEFTEC?

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If your freight is ready early, advance shipping can provide additional flexibility ahead of move-in. Direct-to-show may make more sense for equipment or exhibit materials that need to arrive closer to installation.

Because WEFTEC uses targeted move-in dates, plan backward from your assigned delivery window before scheduling transportation.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WEFTEC Shipping FAQs

When does exhibitor move-in begin for WEFTEC 2026?

Can I ship freight directly to WEFTEC 2026?

WEFTEC provides shipping instructions, addresses and labels through its Exhibitor Service Manual. Exhibitors should follow the show's official shipping instructions and targeted move-in schedule when arranging direct freight.

The right option depends on when your freight is ready and your assigned move-in schedule. Equipment and late-ready exhibits may require different timing than freight that can be staged ahead of the show.

Can Exhibitway ship equipment to WEFTEC?

Yes. Exhibitway can coordinate exhibit freight, machinery and equipment shipments to WEFTEC, including shipments that need to meet assigned move-in windows.

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