Live Event Production Technology (Lighting, Audio, Video, Staging, Rigging, FX)
LDI Show (Live Design International)
LDI Show (Live Design International)
LDI Show (Live Design International)
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Las Vegas
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NV
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US
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Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) — West Hall
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20x30 AV Demo Exhibit — Built for Lighting & Production Technology



20x30 AV Demo Exhibit — Built for Lighting & Production Technology



20x30 AV Demo Exhibit — Built for Lighting & Production Technology
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
LDI Show (Live Design International) is North America’s major trade show for live event production technology—where buyers and production teams evaluate lighting fixtures and control, audio consoles and PA systems, LED walls and projection, staging platforms, truss and rigging hardware, and show-critical tools like networking, power distribution, and special effects. Held in Las Vegas at LVCC West Hall, LDI is a hands-on demo environment: exhibitors need clear sightlines to luminaires, screen content that reads from the aisle, and booth layouts that support both product trials and serious technical conversations.
LDI execution is “show-floor technical” by nature. Many booths run continuous lighting looks, moving-head demos, pixel-mapped LED content, audio monitoring, and control workflows that depend on stable power planning, clean cable routing, and safe truss/overhead considerations. A successful LDI booth typically blends three zones: demo stations (fixtures/console/screen), spec discussion (integrators/touring teams), and secure back-of-house (cases, lenses, controllers, spares). For build sequencing and show-day reliability, use on-site installation and dismantle support.
Because the show is at LVCC West Hall, labor scheduling, material handling (drayage), and install timing directly affect whether your booth is demo-ready at open. If you’re planning local execution in Las Vegas—union coordination, freight staging, and move-in sequencing—reference our Las Vegas trade show booth builder guide. For a footprint that balances a truss/lighting demo, a video wall, and meeting space without crowding the aisle, a 20x20 booth size layout is a common LDI sweet spot.
LDI Show (Live Design International) is North America’s major trade show for live event production technology—where buyers and production teams evaluate lighting fixtures and control, audio consoles and PA systems, LED walls and projection, staging platforms, truss and rigging hardware, and show-critical tools like networking, power distribution, and special effects. Held in Las Vegas at LVCC West Hall, LDI is a hands-on demo environment: exhibitors need clear sightlines to luminaires, screen content that reads from the aisle, and booth layouts that support both product trials and serious technical conversations.
LDI execution is “show-floor technical” by nature. Many booths run continuous lighting looks, moving-head demos, pixel-mapped LED content, audio monitoring, and control workflows that depend on stable power planning, clean cable routing, and safe truss/overhead considerations. A successful LDI booth typically blends three zones: demo stations (fixtures/console/screen), spec discussion (integrators/touring teams), and secure back-of-house (cases, lenses, controllers, spares). For build sequencing and show-day reliability, use on-site installation and dismantle support.
Because the show is at LVCC West Hall, labor scheduling, material handling (drayage), and install timing directly affect whether your booth is demo-ready at open. If you’re planning local execution in Las Vegas—union coordination, freight staging, and move-in sequencing—reference our Las Vegas trade show booth builder guide. For a footprint that balances a truss/lighting demo, a video wall, and meeting space without crowding the aisle, a 20x20 booth size layout is a common LDI sweet spot.
Event Facts
Event Facts
Venue: LVCC West Hall (demo-heavy environment)
Venue: LVCC West Hall (demo-heavy environment)
LDI runs at Las Vegas Convention Center — West Hall, where many exhibitors operate live demos for lighting, audio, video/LED, and rigging workflows.
LDI runs at Las Vegas Convention Center — West Hall, where many exhibitors operate live demos for lighting, audio, video/LED, and rigging workflows.
Expo dates (2026)
Expo dates (2026)
Expo Hall is scheduled for Dec 6–8, 2026, with Pro Training running Dec 2–8, 2026.
Expo Hall is scheduled for Dec 6–8, 2026, with Pro Training running Dec 2–8, 2026.
What the show floor tests
What the show floor tests
Real-world performance—brightness/beam control, screen visibility, control networking, safe rigging, and fast changeovers—often matters more than pure aesthetics at LDI.
Real-world performance—brightness/beam control, screen visibility, control networking, safe rigging, and fast changeovers—often matters more than pure aesthetics at LDI.
Exhibiting Challenges
Exhibiting Challenges
Challenges 1
Demo reliability for lighting + control
Demo reliability for lighting + control
Fixtures, consoles, and control systems must run continuously; the booth needs stable power, safe cable paths, and a repeatable “demo sequence” that works every time.
Fixtures, consoles, and control systems must run continuously; the booth needs stable power, safe cable paths, and a repeatable “demo sequence” that works every time.
Challenges 2
Truss/rigging and overhead safety planning
Truss/rigging and overhead safety planning
Many brands showcase truss, motors, or overhead elements; clear engineering, load planning, and safe install sequencing are essential in a production-tech environment.
Many brands showcase truss, motors, or overhead elements; clear engineering, load planning, and safe install sequencing are essential in a production-tech environment.
Challenges 3
LED wall and projection visibility under hall lighting
LED wall and projection visibility under hall lighting
Video content can wash out; screen placement, sightlines, and glare control determine whether the demo reads from the aisle.
Video content can wash out; screen placement, sightlines, and glare control determine whether the demo reads from the aisle.
Challenges 4
Device-dense booths create cable and case clutter
Device-dense booths create cable and case clutter
Cases, spare fixtures, controllers, and cabling can quickly overwhelm the space; back-of-house storage and clean routing keep the booth professional and safe.
Cases, spare fixtures, controllers, and cabling can quickly overwhelm the space; back-of-house storage and clean routing keep the booth professional and safe.
Challenges 5
Audio demo management in a loud show environment
Audio demo management in a loud show environment
Audio vendors need controlled listening moments—headphone stations, directional audio, or micro-demo structure—so product differences are actually perceivable.
Audio vendors need controlled listening moments—headphone stations, directional audio, or micro-demo structure—so product differences are actually perceivable.
Challenges 6
Compressed move-in windows and labor coordination
Compressed move-in windows and labor coordination
Sequencing matters: structure first, then graphics, then AV/fixtures and final testing; poor sequencing causes rework when demos are time-critical.
Sequencing matters: structure first, then graphics, then AV/fixtures and final testing; poor sequencing causes rework when demos are time-critical.
Preparation Steps
Preparation Steps
1
Lock the demo plan (what runs, where, and how)
Define the primary demo objects—fixtures/console, LED content, projection, rigging hardware—and design booth flow so visitors can test quickly without blocking the aisle.
Define the primary demo objects—fixtures/console, LED content, projection, rigging hardware—and design booth flow so visitors can test quickly without blocking the aisle.
2
Engineering for power, mounting, and safe routing
Engineering for power, mounting, and safe routing
Confirm power distribution, mounting points, truss/overhead requirements, and cable paths so the booth stays safe, clean, and serviceable.
Confirm power distribution, mounting points, truss/overhead requirements, and cable paths so the booth stays safe, clean, and serviceable.
3
Prebuild check for “demo-ready at open”
Prebuild check for “demo-ready at open”
Validate screen readability, fixture focus angles, controller placement, and boot-up timing before shipping—so onsite work is execution, not troubleshooting.
Validate screen readability, fixture focus angles, controller placement, and boot-up timing before shipping—so onsite work is execution, not troubleshooting.
4
Pack and label by install sequence
Pack and label by install sequence
Crate by priority (structure → graphics → truss/screens/fixtures → control gear → test kit) to reduce onsite friction and protect sensitive AV gear.
Crate by priority (structure → graphics → truss/screens/fixtures → control gear → test kit) to reduce onsite friction and protect sensitive AV gear.
Local Execution Notes
Local Execution Notes
LVCC West Hall drayage staging and timing
LVCC West Hall drayage staging and timing
Stage freight so the booth footprint becomes stable early; install AV/fixtures after structure and power are ready to avoid repeated handling.
Union labor scheduling for technical builds
Union labor scheduling for technical builds
Coordinate labor calls around critical tasks—overhead elements, screen installs, device walls, and final demo testing—so the booth goes live on time.
Onsite testing window is not optional
Onsite testing window is not optional
LDI booths often require “camera-ready” / “show-ready” demos—reserve time for final focus, content playback, console patching, and safety checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What booth size works well for LDI demos?

A 20x20 is a common LDI footprint when you need a lighting/fixture demo zone, an LED screen or projection surface, and a small meeting area—without forcing truss, cases, and control gear into the aisle.
How early should we start planning an LDI booth at LVCC West Hall?

For booths with truss, lighting fixtures, LED walls, or control networking, start 10–12 weeks out to lock engineering (mounting, power, cable routing) and schedule a prebuild test so demos run reliably before shipping.
What execution details matter most for production-tech exhibitors in Las Vegas?

Prioritize install sequencing and testing time: fixtures/console patching, screen content playback, and secure storage for high-value gear (fixtures, lenses, controllers). Coordinating drayage timing and union labor calls at LVCC West Hall keeps demo systems ready before doors open.
What booth size works well for LDI demos?

A 20x20 is a common LDI footprint when you need a lighting/fixture demo zone, an LED screen or projection surface, and a small meeting area—without forcing truss, cases, and control gear into the aisle.
How early should we start planning an LDI booth at LVCC West Hall?

For booths with truss, lighting fixtures, LED walls, or control networking, start 10–12 weeks out to lock engineering (mounting, power, cable routing) and schedule a prebuild test so demos run reliably before shipping.
What execution details matter most for production-tech exhibitors in Las Vegas?

Prioritize install sequencing and testing time: fixtures/console patching, screen content playback, and secure storage for high-value gear (fixtures, lenses, controllers). Coordinating drayage timing and union labor calls at LVCC West Hall keeps demo systems ready before doors open.

LDI
LDI Show (Live Design International)
Event Time
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Venue
Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) — West Hall
Organizer
Questex
Exhibitor Scale
Large
Audience Type
Lighting designers, production managers, AV integrators, touring/live event teams, staging & rigging pros, venue operators, rental & production houses
Typical Booth Size
10x20, 20x20, 20x30 (demo-forward footprints with truss/lighting or LED + control)
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