Electrical Expo 2026 Overview
Expo Begins
Show Hours:
Wednesday, August 26: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, August 27: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
For Exhibitors
- Showcase new or improved products to stand out in a competitive market.
- Educate attendees to boost product awareness and sales.
- Eligible products may qualify for the Expo 2026 Best New Product Award.
FAQ’s
Q: Can we have the attendance numbers from last year?
A: Yes, please click here for attendance report.
Booth Setup & Furniture
Q:Â What is included with my booth?
A:Â Your standard 10' X 10' booth includes:
Flameproof 8' backdrop (blue, black, and yellow drapery)
3' side spacers
7" X 44" sign with yor name and booth number.
Normal heat, light, and vetilation.
Wi-Fi througout the convention center>
Security and aisle cleanup.
Blue/black speckled booth carpeting.
Vacuuming of your booth on show mornings.
One 120V electrical outlet.
Q:Â Are tables and chairs included in the booth cost?
A: No, tables and chairs are not included. Every exhibitor has different needs- To accommodate preferences, furniture is ordered separately.
Q:Â How do I order tables and chairs?
A:Â In May, our show decorator Paramount will send out ordering information for tables, chairs, and other booth furnishings.
Q:Â Can I bring my own table and chairs?
A: Yes, you may bring your own table and chairs if you prefer. However, most exhibitors choose to order from the show decorator for convenience.
Q:Â Who should I contact if I have more questions?
A:Â Please reach out to info@electricalboard.org for any additional questions.
- Click here for recommended lodging.
- Click here for postcard mailed June 2026 for booth registration.
For Attendees
Step Forward Program-
Giving Manufacturers direct access toÂ
Engineers and Architects
- Powerful Visibility
Meet engineering and architectural professionals at multiple touchpoints.
Your company name and booth number featured on a special show card engineers/architects use during their Expo visits.
Highlight two key products on the back of the card-driving targeted booth traffic. - High Value Incentives.
Receive 10 FREE two-day seminar coupons (approx. $1,800 value) to share with engineers/architects of your choice.
Not valid for Code Conference.) - After Expo:Â receive two $50 gift cards to personally deliver to assigned participating engineers or architects- and easy relationship-builder.
- Professional Growth
Attend Expo seminars for FREE and earn PDHs. - Product & Industry Access
See and evaluate products firsthand on the Expo floor. Meet directly with manufacturer experts and technical personnel. - Extra Perks
Automatic entry into a $250 prize drawing when visiting all participating booths. Eligible for gift card drawings provided by Step Forward manufacturers.
Seminars
- Earn PDHs.
- 8-Hour Analysis of Changes, 2026 NEC | Code Conference:      August 27th (City of St. Louis requires an 8 hour code update for license renewals.)
- LICENSEE must attend full 8 hour seminar, make sure badge is scanned for BOTH sessions and present photo ID.
Ads are available to be purchased to be included in the PRE-Show Brochure:
At this time, the inside and back cover placements have been filled.
- Full Page: $950 (7.5″ x 10″)
- 1/2 Page: $525 (7.5″ x 5″)
- 1/4 Page: $375 (3.5″ x 5″)
This is an all-industry event attracting:
- Contractors, distributors, engineers
- Utility, industrial, government, healthcare, and education professionals
- 2023 Attendance: 2,239 attendees + 770 exhibitors
- 208 booths sold out by January in 2023
- 19 seminars with over 2,449 participants
- In addition, 315+ attended the Analysis of the Changes for 2023 NEC/ Code Conference 8-hour seminar
- Sponsored by Ameren