Exhibitor Relevant Schedule
Wednesday October 21st
Exhibitor Check-in and Setup
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Conference Exhibitor Reception
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Thursday October 22nd
Registration, Coffee & Tea
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Morning Break
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Lunch
Noon - 1:00 PM
Afternoon Break
2:50 PM - 3:10 PM
Awards Reception
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday October 23rd
Registration, Coffee & Tea
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Author Luncheon
Noon - 1:00 PM
Exhibitor Tear-down
Please check back for updates
Full schedule is available here.
The Registration Process
NMLA hopes that you have a smooth registration process. At time of registration you will have the opportunity to order a variety of services and products, and to select your Thursday lunches. The Las Cruces Convention Center is providing conference services this year, and you can purchase accommodations such as modifications to the default booth size, electricity service, and more. NMLA offers purchase of ad space in its Conference Program, sponsorship packages, and tickets to the Thursday Awards Ceremony Dinner and the Friday Youth Author Luncheon. And don't forget those Thursday lunch selections!
To facilitate the process, before registering please familiarize yourself with the following details on services and products available through the registration process.
Convention Services and Products
What do you need for your booth? Do you need a larger booth? Do you need electricity, or a large monitor? The Las Cruces Convention Center provides a number of services and products, for your convenience, listed below.
Booths
Item
10' X 10' Exhibitor Booth
Cost
$15 [$75 (regular cost) - $60 (base cost covered by registration)]
Item
10' X 20' Exhibitor Booth
Cost
$90 [$150 (regular cost) - $60 (base cost covered by registration)]
Tables
Item
8' X 30" Draped and Skirted Table
Cost
$30/table
Electricity
Item
120V-Single Phase 20 Amp Electricity
Cost
$85
Monitors + Electricity
Item
55" TV Monitor + Electricity
Cost
$325
Item
75" TV Monitor + Electricity
Cost
$425
Shipping
Item
Drayage
Cost
$75/100 lbs
Conference Program Ad Space
Promote your library services, products and educational offerings in NMLA's 2026 Conference Program. If you would like to purchase advertising without registering and attending, please visit our online store. To provide the best possible product, NMLA requests that you provide JPG files of no less than 300 dpi resolution. Upon purchase NMLA will provide you information on the submission process for the required documents. Please note the ad space options listed below.
Business Card
Cost
$65
Specs
3.75" X 2"
Quarter Page Ad
Cost
$120
Specs
3.75" X 5"
Half Page Ad
Cost
$230
Specs
7.5" X 5"
Full Page Ad
Cost
$450
Specs
7.5" X 10"
Sponsorship Packages
Support the work of the association and amplify your brand through one of NMLA's Sponsorship Packages. Complete details are available here. Packages are available for purchase at time of registration. If you would like to purchase a sponsorship package without registering and attending the conference, please visit our online store. Upon purchase NMLA will provide you information on the submission process for the required documents.
Lunch
What is a convention without food? Two Thursday lunches are included with your Standard Exhibitor registration. If you are a big eater, for an extra cost you can add Thursday lunches onto your registration.
Cost
First 2 meals are included. Additional meals $18/meal.
Meal Options
You can choose between a Turkey Sandwich or a Grilled Vegetables Sandwich, which include the following:
- Artisan Bread or Gluten-free Bread
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Cheese
- Onion
- Kettle Chips
- Fresh Baked Cookie
Any dietary acommodation requests must be submitted to contact@nmla.org at time of purchase.
Celebrations!
Each conference we hold several celebrations. We honor outstanding library workers and library supporters during our Thursday Awards Ceremony Dinner. And we host an author during our Friday Author Luncheon.
Thursday Awards Ceremony Dinner
Cost
$32/ticket
Meal Options
Green Chile Chicken Alfredo Buffet, which will offer:
- Grilled Chicken Breast or Plant-based Chicken Alternative
- Linguini Pasta
- Green Chile Alfredo Sauce
- Steamed Broccolini
- Garlic Bread
- Frosted White Cake
- Cheesecake
Any dietary acommodation requests must be submitted to contact@nmla.org at time of purchase.
Friday Author Luncheon
Cost
$32/ticket
Meal Options
A Taco Bar buffet, which will offer:
- Chipotle Chicken
- Vegan Black Bean Quinoa
- Taco Shells
- Tortillas
- Lettuce
- Diced Tomatoes
- Chopped Onions
- Cheddar Jack Cheese
- Guacamole
- Sour Cream
- Salsa
- Pinto Beans
- Spanish Rice
- Key Lime Pie
- Frosted Chocolate Cake
Any dietary acommodation requests must be submitted to contact@nmla.org at time of purchase.
Lodging
Lodging is not processed by NMLA, but we do provide here online access to several local lodging options.
The Fine Print
Cancellation Policy: Due to costs associated with the conference, cancellation requests must be received in writing by 09/30/2026, email to contact@nmla.org. Payment is non-refundable after this date.
Code of conduct: NMLA is committed to providing a harassment-free environment for everyone engaged with the association at events regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, physical appearance, religion or other group identity. Harassment will not be tolerated in any form and constructive discussion is encouraged during all NMLA programming.
Check payments: Mail to PO Box 26074, Albuquerque, NM 87125
Questions?: Call (505)400-7309 or email contact@nmla.org.
Thank you for joining NMLA at its 2026 Conference!
