Convention 2026 Exhibitor Hub

• An initial registration list will be distributed to all NCAJ Preferred Partners and Convention Exhibitors in early June.
• List updates will be sent after the close of online registration on or around June 22 and a final list that includes any onsite registrations will be distributed the week of July 6.

Space will be tight — please plan for no more than 6 feet for your booth’s width. If you have a large backdrop that you’re planning to bring and you are not a Preferred Partner of NCAJ (and therefore get to choose your table location), please let our team know and we will try to take your needs into account when assigning the remaining tables for exhibitors.

In early May, the NCAJ team will be in touch with NCAJ Preferred Partners and exhibitors in order of their investment level with NCAJ to confirm table selection for our onsite exhibit halls.

All NCAJ Preferred Partners will have a choice of tables in the exhibit hall in order of their level of investment, starting with Diamond and moving down through Bronze. Once all NCAJ Preferred Partners have selected their tables, the remaining tables will be assigned to all remaining Convention Exhibitors by the NCAJ team, and the final map will be distributed as a link to a PDF document and posted here on this Hub in early June.

Please make sure to note the following days/times regarding Exhibit Hall setup, break down and open hours throughout the Convention.

Wednesday, June 24

• 2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Exhibitor Check In & Afternoon Set Up: The NCAJ team plans to open the Exhibit Halls at 2 p.m. for setup before the Convention Kickoff Reception.
• 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Convention Kickoff Reception: Please plan to join NCAJ leadership and all early arrivals for Convention 2026 throughout the River Concourse and the Exhibit Hall at the Wilmington Convention Center for hors d’oeuvres, drinks and great company.

Thursday, June 25

• 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Exhibitor Check In & Early Morning Set Up: Please note that the Criminal Masters in Advocacy Program begins at 8:30 a.m. and CLE sessions begin at 9 a.m.
• 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Registration & Exhibit Halls Open to Attendees

Friday, June 26

• 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Registration & Exhibit Halls Open to Attendees

Saturday, June 27

• 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Exhibit Halls Open: The Saturday Rise & Shine events begin at 7:30 a.m and end at 10:00 a.m. Exhibitors are welcome to keep their booths open through 10 a.m. on Saturday or breakdown Friday evening. These are the only two options available. Please note that you will be asked to commit to a time on the above form – so we ask that you make your best estimation of when you plan to depart. We will be able to be flexible on this, but it’s helpful for our team to know in advance for planning purposes.

The Wilmington Convention Center does not handle freight shipments. They ask that all event related freight be addressed to the below. The Center will receive packages and standard handling fees based on the rates and stipulations listed below. The Center asks that all shipments be addressed properly and do not arrive before one week prior to the event. There is a small fee for vendor packages sent to the building which can be paid in advance using this link: https://www.wilmingtonconventions.com/electric-and-utilities-service-payment/. All shipments leaving Center will need to be called in to shipping provider as the Center does not have any scheduled pick-up times. View the WCC Shipping Information.

Storage & Handling Fees 

• • $20.00 per box delivered

• • $100.00 per half pallet delivered

• • $200.00 per full pallet delivered

• • $40.00 moving fee

• • $20.00 per day storage fee

Please address your shipments as follows: 

Wilmington Convention Center
515 Nutt Street Wilmington, NC 28401
NCAJ CONVENTION
June 24 – 27, 2026
Booth Number & Contact Name
Contact Phone Number

This is the fifth year we are using the Whova app to serve as the main hub of information and connection for all attendees and we’re excited to share that NCAJ members, guests and exhibitors like you have all given this application top marks.

At the end of May, the NCAJ team will take the Whova App live for Convention 2026 and you will receive an email from our team to set up your virtual exhibit booth.

To maximize your ROI, we encourage you to fill out your booth profile on Whova. You’ll have the chance to craft a compelling presentation of your company and products to attract more visitors to your booth.

In particular, we highly recommend:

• Upload a video or brochures showcasing your offerings
• Schedule live info sessions/demos
• Provide coupons, giveaways, and raffles to boost lead generation

Details submitted will be visible to all registered attendees through the Whova App when it launches the week of June 16.

Want to get familiar with the Whova app in advance? Check out their Exhibitor Guide.