Final registration results from the 2026 Annual Conference: paid registration is 9,058 (6% increase) with 5,845 exhibitors, press and staff for a total of 14,903 compared to 8,550 and 5,700 for 14,250 at the end of the 2056 Annual Conference. See this link to download demographic details.
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Attendee Data – 2 Weeks Out from ALA AC26
Leading up to the 2026 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition, updated attendee demographic data will be posted to the exhibitor blog. Make sure to subscribe to the blog by submitting your email to the subscription box on the top, right-hand side to receive email notifications for each new update. 2 WEEKS OUT FROM ALA AC26 …
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Attendee Data – 4 Weeks Out from ALA AC26
Leading up to the 2026 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition, updated attendee demographic data will be posted to the exhibitor blog. Make sure to subscribe to the blog by submitting your email to the subscription box on the top, right-hand side to receive email notifications for each new update. 4 WEEKS OUT FROM ALA AC26 …
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Meet the Authors
One of the benefits of exhibiting at ALA is the opportunity to promote author/illustrator appearances directly within the ALA Scheduler/Mobile App. Attendees can easily plan their conference schedule and include these special appearances. You can schedule your “Meet the Authors” session at the ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition during any of our exhibit hours. …
ALA is Celebrating a Milestone – Are You?
ALA’s 150th Anniversary will be celebrated at the ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition. As we mark this historic milestone, we invite you to share your organization’s own anniversary or achievement. We’ll showcase these milestones with special onsite signage at the Annual Conference. Send a hi-res version of your company logo along with milestone details …
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ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition: Exhibitor Manual Live
We are looking forward to your participation at the ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition. The Exhibitor Manual is now available. Please take a moment to review the Quick Facts, and pay close attention to order deadlines—placing orders in advance can save both time and money. For questions regarding exhibitor services, contact GES at 800/801‑7648, …
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Book Buzz Submissions Open
Publishers present the latest “Buzz” about your newest titles and emerging authors. These sessions are usually conducted by publishing company marketing reps to feature upcoming new releases. Limit of one Book Buzz per exhibitor/imprint. Access the Exhibitor Engagement Submission Site, or read the February Exhibitor Update Newsletter for more details.
Exhibitor Engagement Submissions Open
Today’s the day! As you prepare for your participation in the ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, you have the opportunity to take part in various exhibitor presentation programs. The submission sites for Exhibitor Engagement sessions (Stages, etc.) and Exhibitor Education Sessions open today. Follow this link for more details: https://app.delivra.net/vo/?FileID=40418584-0182-4a6b-928e-ceb0f4d649d7&ListID=9998
ALA 2026 Annual Meeting Space Requests Submission Site Now Open
The ALA Annual Conference 2026 submission site for Affiliates and Exhibitors is now open. Please note that you will likely need to use the “Join Now” feature even if you have submitted sessions in the past. Please review the Instruction Guide prior to submitting your event information. Affiliate and Exhibitor Meeting Space Requests – Submissions close February …
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Attendee Data – ALA AC25 Final Numbers
At the conclusion of the 2025 Annual Conference on Monday, June 30, 14,250 (8,585 attendees, 5,665 exhibitors) compared to 13,504 (8,466 attendees, 5,038 exhibitors) at the conclusion of the 2024 Annual Conference. You can view the download the full report here.