NACAC is currently monitoring the track of Hurricane Milton in the Gulf of Mexico. The New Orleans National College Fair is proceeding as scheduled, but any changes/updates to the fair schedule will be communicated to all registered attendees and exhibiting institutions via email and will be posted on this page.

October 9, 2024
9:00am – 12:00pm and 6:00pm – 8:00pm (CT)

Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center
Hall AB
4545 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70065

Transportation, Directions and Parking:

Parking is free at the Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center. Directions and parking information can be found on their website.

Fair Set-up Hours:

Tuesday, October 8th, 2024
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Estimated Attendance:

4,000

Loading/Unloading:

Exhibitors may use the main entrances of the Pontchartrain Center during set up hours if you are carrying boxes or using roller bags. Exhibitors may also use loading dock A for bringing in larger items during set up hours. Please note this will be a drop-off only. Once you have unloaded your car, please move it to the other parking lot.

Exposition Services Provided by:

Smith Expo LLC
1173 Airport Parkway, Suite C
Greenwood, IN 46143

Exhibitor Kit

Shipping Information:

Shipping Address:

Company Name, Booth #
NACAC NOLA c/o Smith Expo
1173 Airport Parkway, Suite C
Greenwood, IN 46143

Shipping Deadline:

Advance Shipping Deadline: All Materials must be received by 3pm on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Please note there is no direct to show site shipping.

Note: All pre-shipped items must be paid for in advance. Please obtain tracking numbers for all shipped items.

NACAC is not responsible for lost, missing, or damaged items.

Material Handling Charge:

*Rates are subject to change. Please contact Smith Expo for current rates at 317-362-6890.

Electrical Service:

The Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center is the exclusive provider for electrical services.

Accommodations:

Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Airport
4535 Williams Boulevard
Kenner, LA 70065

To make your reservation, please call 504-305-5400.

Contact Information:

For more information regarding the National College Fair New Orleans, email Virginia Falgoust (vfalgoust@nacacnet.org) or call 703-299-6844.