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An Exhibitor badge permits access into the Exhibit Hall for set-up* and break-down hours during show days and must be worn throughout the duration of the event’ July 1st-July 4th.

Registration Dates 

Open: March 8th, 2023 at 2:00 PM PT

Deadline to register for shipped badges: May 19th, 2023 at 11:59 PM PT

Deadline to update shipping address: May 19th, 2023 at 11:59 PM PT

Registration access codes are provided to the primary contact and event manager only.

Exhibit Hall: Exhibitors Access codes can be found on the MapYourShow Dashboard.

Entertainment Hall or Annex: please contact the SPJA Hall representative for more information.

New Badge Registration Process

You will NOT have to register each person during checkout when placing your badge order. Once your company completes their registration order, you will need to TRANSFER a badge to each staff member. Once you receive your mailed order, each company is responsible to DISTRIBUTE the badges to your staff and ACTIVATE before entry to the event on July 1st, 2023.

Please refer to Transfer, Accept and Activate articles for the processes.

Exhibitor Registration Policy

By registering yourself and your staff, you have read, accepted, and agreed to distribute the SPJA Policies and Procedures to all company staff.

The following badge policies apply to all company personnel:

• Companies will be held accountable for the conduct of each of their representative. Thus, if one or more representative do not comply with the badge policy and procedures, your company participation at future events.
• An exhibitor badge holder must be 18 years or older.
• Badges must be worn at all times when attending Anime Expo.
• All badges represent an admission contract between the badge holder and SPJA.
• All badges must be activated and registered to each individual staff member after receipt in mail.
• Badge sharing, false certification of any individual as a company’s representative, misuse of any badges, or any other method or device used to assist unauthorized personnel in gaining admittance into Anime Expo is prohibited.
• Anime Expo reserves the right to refuse admission, to refuse service and/or to cancel/revoke your badge at Anime Expo’s discretion.
• Proof of employment (company ID card, business card, etc.) with a registered company is required to pick-up badges at the Professional Registration booth in Gilbert Lindsay Plaza. Proper identification is required (government-issued photo ID). Names on proof of employment and identification must match.
• Contacts indicated upon registration are the only individuals that may make changes to the order.
• Admittance during set-up and breakdown hours is restricted to exhibitor personnel and registered staff.
• Individuals under the age of 18 are not permitted access to the exhibitor areas during set-up and break-down hours.

Cancellation Policy

By registering for an Anime Expo badge, you agree not to sell, trade, transfer or share your comp code, email confirmation, or badge. If the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA) determines that you have violated any SPJA policies, SPJA has the right to cancel your badge(s) and keep any money paid by you. Confirmations and/or badges that have been sold or provided by anyone other than SPJA will not be honored.
You must register an individual name for each badge and each name must match a valid government-issued ID. If SPJA determines that you have purchased more than one badge in your name for any day, SPJA has the right to cancel your duplicate badge(s) and issue you a refund less the processing fee.

About Badge Mailing

About Badge Mailing

• Exhibitor badges will be shipped within the U.S. (excluding minor U.S. territories and islands) and Canada only.
• International Exhibitors must select “Will Call – International Only” unless they choose to ship their badges to a U.S. or Canadian address.
• May 19, 2023 is the deadline for shipping and update your shipping information if necessary. Modifications can be made under your ShowClix account
• Badges will be shipped by each order separately and should arrive by mid-June.

For International Exhibitors – Badge Pick Up

• Must pick up their badges on-site by one of the authorized contacts provided during check-out on ShowClix.
• Please bring your order confirmation email(s) with you to present at the Registration Booth. For security reasons and brand protection, primary contacts must bring their company business card and a valid government-issued photo ID.

Professional Registration & Will Call Location – Coming Soon

Exhibitor Badge Activation

Activating Your Badge – Each exhibitor attending Anime Expo 2023 is required to activate their badge prior to entry into the show. Instructions on How to Activate Your Badge can be found at the AX Help Center (http://bit.ly/3tOlzII).

Please activate your badge(s) by June 30, 2023

Congratulations! You’re all set to attend Anime Expo 2023!

Please feel free to share this link with your team members.

RFID Badge 101 

Each company will be responsible for distributing individual badges to their personnel regardless of mailing or on-site pick-up (international exhibitor). Once a company receives their badges, each individual staff member must activate their badge.

Once your badge is activated, it is ready to use! It’s very important that each person uses the badge that is connected to their ShowClix account and name. We require ID checks at Badge Help Desks and Professional Registration counters.

Protect your badge at all costs! If you lose your badge or need a replacement, bring your ID and head over to the Professional Registration counters at Gilbert Lindsay Plaza. Lost badges are subject to an $95 reprint fee and all old badges will be deactivated.

RFID Help & Building Entry

If you experience issues with your badge, visit any Badge Help Desk or Professional Registration counter in Gilbert Lindsay Plaza (refer to map).

Exhibitors will not be permitted entry into the show unless badges are activated. All badges will be using RFID for entry and exit at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Be sure to tap in and tap out at the RFID portals or risk delays.

Download Area Map-

LACC South Hall Dock Location: Convention Center Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Load-In

Setting Up Your Booth – Arriving Through the Back Docks

Vehicle must be unloaded at the designated dock for your exhibit area. South Hall deliveries will be directed to the South Hall Truck Ramp, West Hall deliveries will be directed to the West Hall Truck Ramp Entrance. A loading pass with a designated time slot will be provided to load all materials and products out of the vehicle upon entry into the loading dock.

On June 28th – June 30th, wristbands will be provided by security at the back of hall entrances. Be ready to provide your booth number(s) and company name when asked. Beginning July 1st, Exhibitor badges will be required to enter the Halls during set-up hours.

There is no temporary parking at the front of the Los Angeles Convention Center. Exhibitors can park in the parking garage if space allows and hand carry small materials in. Union laborers will monitor move-in and if they see anyone using equipment they will send them to the loading dock. Exhibitors who need equipment (cart, dollies, etc.) to move their materials must go to the loading dock and use the complimentary cart service. No dollies/carts will be allowed from the parking garage to the front of the hall.

Cars should never be left unattended, two people must be present when the vehicle is being unloaded. Two people are needed: one to carry the materials to the exhibit space and one to move the vehicle from the receiving dock to a parking area.

Move-in Hours

Move-in times depend on the location of your booth. Visit your exhibitor service manual to locate the appropriate move in hours or view your respective areas below.

Parking

Location: S Hall Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90015.

1. Standard-Sized Vehicles: The LACC has parking garages in both South and West Hall. Parking spaces go very quickly, so we recommend getting to the LACC early in the morning to secure a parking spot. You can also find additional parking in the Venice Blvd. Garage. General parking garage hours are 5:30AM – 9:00PM daily. Rates may vary depending on parking location. (Credit cards and debit cards are accepted as payment at the garage entry kiosk. Cash or checks are NOT accepted.)

2. Oversized Vehicles: For vehicles over 8’ tall and oversized vehicles, please look for parking around the Downtown Los Angeles area that can accommodate your vehicle.

All vehicles parked in loading docks are required to have a dock pass displayed at all times. Unauthorized vehicles parked in loading docks are subject to tow and citation by LADOT. 

Download Printable Parking Map

South Hall Google Map Directions

Exhibitor Service Manual –

Please download the Exhibit Hall – Exhibitor Services Manual Here:

Exhibitor Services Manual

Show Schedule

ATTENTION! 

Exhibit Hall may open early to the GENERAL PUBLIC at the discretion of the Fire Marshall. 
Prepare to have staff ready anywhere from 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM
July 1st-4th 2023

Exhibit Hall Targeted Move-in 

Move-In times depend on the location of your booth.

Day -2  - Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM  Red Group Only

Day -2 – Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM  Blue Group Only

Day -1  - Thursday, June 29, 2023, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM  Purple Group Only

Day -1 - Thursday, June 29, 2023, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM **General Exhibitor Move-In

Day 0 – Friday, June 30, 2023, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM **General Exhibitor Move-In

**Applies to exhibitors who are NOT in the Red, Blue, or Purple Groups. Only arrive during your designated load in group. A clear image of the map can be found in the Exhibitor Service Manual on page 49. 

All freight must be in the booth and out of the aisles no later than this time. This includes the removal of all pallets and trash from exhibitor booths and the aisles. Empty container storage and additional accessible storage (can be accessed during the event) is available at a charge. Please visit the Shepard Services in the back of the hall for more information or contact orders@shepardes.com

Exhibit Hall Target Move Out  

Day 4 – Tuesday, July 4, 2023, 4:00 PM-11:55 PM All Non-Color Coded Exhibitors

Day 4 – Tuesday, July 4, 2023, 6:00 PM-11:00 PM Target Move-Out: Purple Group Only

Day 5 – Wednesday, July 5, 2023, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Target Move-Out: Red Group Only

Shepard Exposition Services will begin returning empty containers once aisle carpet is removed.

Breaking Down Your Booth – Leaving Through the Back Docks 

A new process has been implemented to help alleviate traffic in the back docks and simplify move-out. The Exhibit Hall will be split into three groups and given designated time slots to move out on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023.   
 
All exhibitors must be moved out of the hall by 11:55 PM July 4th, 2023. A clear image of the map below can be found in the Exhibitor Service Manual on page 50. If you have any questions, please contact Shepard Customer Service. 

Exhibit Hall Show Offices – Coming Soon

Shepard Service Center – Coming Soon

Exhibitor Floor Management – Coming Soon

Exhibit Hall HQ –

Anime Expo volunteers wearing green vests will be present in the Exhibit Hall to keep an eye out for general safety and assistance. They can assist with troubleshooting and direct you to the appropriate parties.

Please note that volunteers are not responsible for managing any excessive lines. If you require assistance with crowd control, please hire security.

Exhibit Hall FAQ- Coming Soon

Artist Alley Packet –

Artist Alley Packet

Artist Alley: Additional Artist Alley Badge Access Code and information can be found under the “Table Participants” MapYourShow Dashboard tile.

Arriving On Site – Coming Soon

Load In and Load Out

Setting Up Your Table – Arriving Through the Back Docks
Vehicles must be unloaded at the designated dock of the Kentia Hall. A loading pass with a designated time slot will be provided to load all materials and products out of the vehicle upon entry into the loading dock.
Artist Alley badges will be required to enter Artist Alley during set-up hours.

There is no temporary parking at the front of the Los Angeles Convention Center. Artists can park in the parking garage if space allows and hand carry small materials in. Union laborers will monitor move-in and if they see anyone using equipment they will send them to the loading dock. Artists who need equipment (cart, dollies, etc.) to move their materials must go to the loading dock and use the complimentary cart service. No dollies/carts will be allowed from the parking garage to the front of the hall.

Cars should never be left unattended, two people must be present when the vehicle is being unloaded. Two people are needed: one to carry the materials to the exhibit space and one to move the vehicle from the receiving dock to a parking area.

Kentia Hall Dock Directions

Show Schedule

Artists may access the Kentia Hall Loading Dock during Set-Up and Artist Alley Hours of Operation. You must use the South Hall Priority Entrances when arriving early.

Artist Alley FAQ

Please view the Artist FAQ and On-site One sheet to get answers to questions you may have. If you need further assistance please contact artistalley@anime-expo.org

Artist Alley FAQ

Download Hours

Remember to Bring with You

Please be sure to bring the following items.

• Valid CA Seller’s Permit
  • Permanent or Temporary Seller’s Permit with a sub permit for the Los Angeles Convention Center.
  • All Permits need to be a hard copy or a saved digital copy that can be accessed without an internet connection. If you have not submitted the CA Sellers Permit via the Artist Alley Form, visit the Kentia HQ office to submit the form on Friday June 30th.
• Valid government-issued photo ID

Kentia Hall HQ

Anime Expo volunteers wearing purple vests will be present in the Artist Alley to keep an eye out for general safety and assistance. They can assist with troubleshooting, support, and direct you to the appropriate parties. In the case of incidents such as harassment, conflict, theft, copyright infringement, or plagiarism between you and another artist or vendor, please notify Artist Alley staff (wearing purple vests or at Kentia Hall HQ) immediately.

Entertainment Hall Move-in

Entertainment Hall Move-in/Setup hours:

• Thursday, June 29, 2023: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
• Friday, June 30, 2023: 8:00AM to 8:00PM

Setting Up and Arriving:

Loading in for the Entertainment will take place in West Hall Docks, which are located off of LA Live Way marked by the red x.

Look out for the entry way pictured below and go up the ramp the arrow is pointing towards.

There is limited parking in the West Hall Docks. Once you have unloaded, you will be asked to leave the dock before you continue to start working on your booth to allow for other exhibitors to unload in the limited area.

Show Schedule

Entertainment Hall Exhibit Hours:

• Saturday, July 1, 2023: 10:00AM to 10:00PM
• Sunday, July 2, 2023: 10:00AM to 10:00PM
• Monday, July 3, 2023: 10:00AM to 10:00PM
• Tuesday, July 4, 2023: 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Entertainment Hall Exhibitor Manual – Coming Soon

Annex Move-in

Annex Move-in/Setup hours: 

• Thursday, June 29^th: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Friday, June 30^th: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Setting Up and Arriving:
Vehicles must be unloaded at the designated dock of the Kentia Hall.

A loading pass with a designated time slot will be provided to unload all materials and products out of the vehicle upon entry into the loading dock.

Exhibitor badges will be required to enter Annex during set-up hours.

There is no temporary parking at the front of the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Exhibitors can park in the parking garage if space allows and hand carry small materials in. Union laborers will monitor move-in and if they see anyone using equipment they will send them to the loading dock. No dollies/carts will be allowed from the parking garage to the front of the hall.

Cars should never be left unattended, two people must be present when the vehicle is being unloaded. Two people are needed: one to carry the materials to the exhibit space and one to move the vehicle from the receiving dock to a parking area.

Kentia Hall Dock Directions

Show Schedule

Annex Exhibit Hours:

• Saturday, July 1, 2023: 10:00AM to 6:00PM
• Sunday, July 2, 2023: 10:00AM to 6:00PM
• Monday, July 3, 2023: 10:00AM to 6:00PM
• Tuesday, July 4, 2023: 10:00AM to 3:00PM

Annex Exhibitor Manual – Coming Soon

Remember to Bring with You

Please be sure to bring the following items.

• Your Exhibitor Badge!
• Valid CA Seller’s Permit
• Permanent or Temporary Seller’s Permit with a sub permit for the Los Angeles Convention Center.
• All Permits need to be a hard copy or a saved digital copy that can be accessed without an internet connection. If you have not submitted the CA Sellers Permit on your Annex contract, visit the Kentia HQ office to submit the form on Friday June 30th.
• Valid government-issued photo ID

Kentia Hall HQ

In the case of incidents such as harassment, conflict, theft, copyright infringement, or plagiarism, please visit Kentia   Hall HQ immediately.