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Turnkey 10x10 Trade Show Booths in Chicago

All-inclusive 10x10 booth rentals — design, fabrication, graphics, freight, install, dismantle and show paperwork, delivered to McCormick Place and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Built and inspected at our Las Vegas warehouse, shipped on a schedule that protects your install window.

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10x10 trade show booth rental in Chicago — Exhibit Rentals

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10x10 Booth Rental Pricing in Chicago

One invoice. Everything covered — design, build, graphics, freight, install, dismantle, and show paperwork. No drayage surprises, no electrical add-ons after the show. Pick the tier that matches your goals; we tailor the configuration to your booth number and aisle position.

Essential

$11,400

Clean, professional inline build that holds its own next to larger booths. Right for first-time exhibitors or shows where the conversation matters more than the visual.

Backlit fabric back wall (full width)
Branded counter(s)
Standard LED lighting
High-res graphics design
Round-trip freight
Install and dismantle

Standard

$14,400

Adds monitor mount, upgraded lighting, second counter or shelving — the mid-market sweet spot.

Everything in Essential
43" monitor + wall mount
Upgraded accent lighting
Second counter or shelving unit
Custom graphic design rounds
Dedicated project manager

Premium

$17,500

Wood and metal finishes, layered 3D back wall, integrated touchscreen kiosk, branded furniture package.

Everything in Standard
Wood and brushed-metal accents
Layered 3D back wall with depth lighting
Integrated touchscreen or charging kiosk
Branded furniture package
Priority warehouse build

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Watch how a 10x10 booth goes from a 3D rendering to a finished install at McCormick Place and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.

10x10 Booth Rentals in Chicago: Costs, Venues, and What Ships

Chicago's McCormick Place is the largest convention venue in North America, and Chicago's labor and freight rules are among the most exacting. Getting a booth on the floor cleanly here means understanding the steward system, the marshaling yard rules, and McCormick's specific drayage tiers. For exhibitors at shows like IMTS, Pack Expo, RSNA, and the NRA Show, a 10x10 booth at 100 square feet is a workable footprint. Pricing in Chicago typically runs $11,400–$17,500 per show on a fully turnkey basis — higher than Las Vegas because of labor jurisdictions, freight distance from our warehouse, and venue-specific drayage tiers. In practice this means McCormick's drayage tier, steward sign-offs at each install phase, and the hall-specific electrical and rigging submission windows all affect the final number. None of this is unusual, it's just Chicago, and it's why a 10x10 here costs more than the equivalent in Vegas.

Exhibit Rentals operates from a warehouse in Las Vegas. We ship from our Las Vegas warehouse with 5–7 day transit to McCormick Place. Every booth in our 10x10 inventory is fully pre-assembled and inspected at our facility before it ships to Chicago — so the install at McCormick Place and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center is replication of an approved build, not first-time assembly on the show floor. For markets like Chicago where freight distance and labor rules add risk, the warehouse pre-build is what protects your show date.

Is a 10x10 the Right Size for Your Show?

The 10x10 booth works best for a few specific kinds of exhibitor:

First-time exhibitors who want a professional presence without committing to a custom purchase
Regional and mid-market brands at niche shows where focused engagement beats square footage
Enterprise companies running a secondary activation alongside a larger island booth
SaaS and product-led teams with a single flagship demo — the constrained footprint forces visitor focus

If your show plan involves more than three booth staff at once, multiple private conversations in parallel, or a walk-around product display, the 10x10 will feel cramped. Step up to 10x20 before booking — it costs less to design once than to retrofit after the fact.

Working With 100 Square Feet

One hundred square feet is more flexible than it sounds when you use vertical space. A 10x10 typically fits a full backlit 10-foot back wall, one counter, a 32"–43" monitor, one or two stools, and a slim literature holder. What doesn't fit: multiple meeting zones, walk-around product displays, or four staff at once.

What doesn't fit comfortably in a 10x10: multiple private conversation zones, walk-around product displays, four or more staff at once, or any meaningful seating. If those are critical, the next step up makes more sense than fighting the geometry.

Floor-Plan Choices at 10x10

The 10x10 inline booth has one open side facing the aisle. Your design choice is essentially a layout question: open-front (counter and graphics pushed to back, aisle wide open — best for high-traffic shows), welcome-desk (counter front-center, angled toward the aisle, good for software demos), or L-shape (back wall plus one side wall — feels less confrontational and pulls visitors in).

One traffic rule applies to all three layouts: don't block the front three feet of the booth with furniture, freestanding signage, or stacked literature. The sightline from the aisle to your back wall is your three-second billboard. At McCormick Place and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, aisle traffic patterns vary by hall, but the three-second decision window is universal.

McCormick Place inline aisles tend to be slightly narrower than LVCC, and IMTS and Pack Expo traffic is heavier than tech shows because attendees are stopping to inspect equipment. A 10x10 that designs for slow walk-by inspection outperforms one that designs for fast aisle skim.

Everything Your Quote Covers

Every quote from Exhibit Rentals is turnkey. One number on the proposal covers every line item below — there's no separate drayage invoice, no surprise electrical bill, no post-show reconciliation:

Photorealistic 3D rendering before approval
Full pre-build and inspection at our Las Vegas warehouse before shipping to Chicago
Full graphics production — backlit fabric, direct-print, or tension fabric depending on design
Round-trip freight from our Las Vegas warehouse to McCormick Place and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (or other Chicago venue)
Certified installation and dismantling, fully labor-compliant for your venue
Show services paperwork — EAC filings, Certificate of Insurance, electrical orders, drayage coordination
One dedicated project manager from kickoff to load-out

What a 10x10 Costs in Chicago

A turnkey 10x10 trade show booth rental in Chicago typically falls between $11,400 and $17,500 per show. Where you land in that range comes down to materials, monitor and AV count, and how much custom architecture you add.

$11,400–$14,400: Clean professional build with backlit fabric, standard counters, LED lighting. Right for first-time exhibitors at small or mid-tier shows.
$14,400–$16,000: Adds monitor walls, upgraded lighting, additional counters, larger graphics, additional brand zones. The mid-market sweet spot.
$16,000–$17,500: Premium materials, architectural ceiling features, integrated tech and premium furnishings.

That works out to roughly $114–$175 per square foot in Chicago. Chicago pricing reflects McCormick Place's specific drayage tier structure and the steward-coordination overhead. Compared to a Vegas-local equivalent, expect roughly a 60–70% premium on the all-in number — most of that is freight and venue services, not design or fabrication. Booking 10–12 weeks ahead of major McCormick shows protects pricing, Chicago drayage and electrical rates climb noticeably for late orders.

Getting Into Chicago Venues

McCormick Place enforces the Trade Show Workers Right-to-Work Act — exhibitors have flexibility, but our crews still coordinate with the four house unions (Carpenters, Decorators, Electricians, Riggers) for steward sign-off.

McCormick Place uses a four-union model (Carpenters, Decorators, Electricians, Riggers) with steward sign-off at each phase. Drayage is tiered by package weight and material handling category — and the rules change periodically. Our project managers coordinate every steward sign-off and confirm drayage tier before crating, so you don't get a surprise material handling invoice after the show.

Where 10x10 Booths Go Wrong

At 10x10, the usual design errors cost you more. What we see at McCormick Place and the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center shows:

Overcrowding the floor with a reception desk plus tower display plus lounge seating
Weak back wall graphics — clipart, low-resolution images, text walls
Ignoring the vertical envelope; designing only to eye level
Understaffing (one person can't cover the booth during peak hours) or overstaffing (four people make the booth feel crowded)
Relying on walk-up traffic instead of pre-show appointment booking
Skipping structured lead capture in favor of a stack of business cards
Missing the McCormick electrical-order deadline — late electrical at McCormick is significantly more expensive than on-time orders, and the deadlines are earlier than most exhibitors expect.

Rent or Buy a 10x10?

For exhibitors attending one to three Chicago shows per year, renting almost always beats buying on total cost. A purchased 10x10 runs $18,000–$28,000 upfront, then $1,000–$3,000 per show in storage, refurbishment, and shipping. A rental at $11,400–$17,500 per show eliminates storage, depreciation, and the risk of your exhibit looking dated as your brand evolves. For four or more shows a year with stable branding, the buying math starts to favor purchase — but the one-vendor turnkey model still saves substantial coordination time even then. For Chicago-based exhibitors running shows in both Chicago and Vegas, a rental model often beats purchase outright, the freight savings from owning don't compensate for storage cost in Chicago real estate.

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20 Questions Buyers Ask About 10x10 Booths in Chicago

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How much does a 10x10 booth rental cost in Chicago?

A turnkey 10x10 booth rental in Chicago typically costs between $11,400 and $17,500 in 2026, depending on design complexity, materials, AV, and add-ons. That works out to roughly $114–$175 per square foot. Our quotes include design, graphics, freight, install, dismantle, and show paperwork — no separate drayage or electrical billing after the show.

What's included in the rental price?

Every quote includes a custom 3D rendering, full graphics production, round-trip freight from our Las Vegas warehouse to Chicago, certified install and dismantle, EAC filings, Certificate of Insurance, electrical orders, drayage coordination, and a dedicated project manager from kickoff to load-out.

How long does it take to install a 10x10 booth in Chicago?

Standard install time at McCormick Place is 1–3 hours for a 10x10 build. Every booth is fully pre-assembled and inspected at our Las Vegas warehouse before shipping — so the install is replication of an approved build, not first-time assembly under deadline pressure. For the McCormick Place floor specifically, our crew sequences crate arrival to the marshaling yard so the install starts inside your labor window, not after it, when tier-rate clocks have already started.

How fast can I get a quote?

You receive a custom 3D rendering and full price quote within 24 hours of submitting our quote form. The proposal lists every included line item with a single fixed number — no separate invoices for drayage, electrical, or installation.

Can a 10x10 booth look professional next to larger booths at Chicago shows?

Yes — and at Chicago shows specifically, design discipline matters more than square footage. A well-lit 10x10 with a clear back wall message, one strong demo, and trained staff routinely outperforms a poorly designed 20x20 next to it. At IMTS, Pack Expo, RSNA, and ASCO, the booths that win at this footprint are the ones that picked one message and committed. Don't try to do too much; do one thing well.

Should I rent or buy a 10x10 booth for Chicago?

For one to three Chicago shows a year, renting wins on cost: $11,400–$17,500 per show with no storage, no depreciation. For four-plus shows a year with stable branding, buying can amortize lower over a multi-year horizon, but you take on storage, maintenance, refurbishment, and freight coordination yourself.

How many staff do I need at a 10x10 booth?

Roughly 2 staff is the proven mid-point for a 10x10 booth during show hours, though the practical range is wider depending on your activities. Too few creates coverage gaps during peak; too many makes the booth feel crowded and deters walk-ins. The staffing model should match your runsheet — demos, meetings, hospitality, and lead capture each need their own coverage.

Which Chicago venues do you ship to?

In Chicago, we deliver to McCormick Place (North, South, Lakeside, and West buildings), Navy Pier, the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, and the Schaumburg Convention Center. McCormick is North America's largest venue and each building has its own dock and marshaling yard — your hall assignment determines routing and can add or remove about four hours from the install window. Our project managers verify dock assignment with Freeman or GES 10 days before ship date and coordinate marshaling yard timing so the crate isn't sitting in the South Lot during peak load-in.

Do you handle drayage and union labor in Chicago?

Yes. Drayage is included in our flat quote, and our crews coordinate with the four house unions that operate at McCormick Place — Carpenters Local 1027, Decorators (Teamsters Local 727), Electricians (IBEW Local 134), and Riggers, at every phase of install and dismantle. McCormick now operates under the Trade Show Workers Right-to-Work Act, which gives exhibitors more flexibility than they had pre-2019, but the four-union model still applies for any work above eight feet, electrical, and machine-assisted handling. We carry every COI required for I&D access and manage steward sign-off at each phase so you never see an unexpected labor invoice.

What is your warehouse pre-build guarantee?

Every booth is fully assembled and inspected at our Las Vegas warehouse before it ships to Chicago. Transit is 5–7 days by truck, which is exactly why the pre-build matters more for Chicago than for shorter-haul cities — by the time the crate reaches McCormick's marshaling yard, you've already approved photos of the fully built booth. We send preview shots for sign-off, then it ships. The install crew at McCormick Place or the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center is replicating an already-approved build under your steward's eye, not assembling for the first time on show day with the freight clock running.

Can I customize a design from your gallery?

Yes. Pick any base design and customize graphics, colors, finishes, monitor and display placement, counter styles, accessories, and meeting-room configuration where applicable. Your final 3D rendering reflects every change before production starts.

What file formats do you need for graphics?

We prefer vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) for logos and high-resolution rasters (PSD, TIFF, PNG at 150dpi at final output size) for photography. Our design team handles all artwork preparation and submits proofs before printing.

How early should I book my 10x10 for a Chicago show?

For major Chicago shows — IMTS in September of even years, Pack Expo in early November, RSNA at Thanksgiving week, NRA Show in mid-May, and ASCO in early June. McCormick Place drayage tiers are assigned on a first-come basis, and the booths that secure the better tier (and the lower per-CWT rate) are the ones whose freight paperwork is in 12+ weeks before move-in. Book your 10x10 at least 8–10 weeks out for these shows; for mid-tier and regional Chicago shows, 6–8 weeks is workable. Rush rentals are available at premium pricing, see the rush rental question below.

What if my booth needs change after I approve the design?

Minor graphic changes are accommodated up to 10 days before ship date at no extra cost. Structural changes after approval require a change order — your project manager will walk you through cost and timeline impact before any work proceeds.

Do you provide on-site support during the Chicago show?

Yes — our team is on call during Chicago show hours for any issue from graphic touch-ups to electrical problems to last-minute schedule changes. For larger booth footprints we include a dedicated on-site project lead at no extra cost; for 10x10 an on-call response is standard, with dedicated on-site staffing available at additional cost. For Chicago specifically, on-site presence matters more because freight back to our warehouse is a 5–7 day round trip, issues have to be solved in-venue, not by overnighting a part.

Can I add AV, monitors, and tech to my booth?

Yes. Standard add-ons include 32"–55" monitors, touchscreen kiosks, iPad stands, charging stations, and basic audio. All AV is included in your flat quote — no separate AV vendor coordination required.

What happens to the booth after the show?

Our I&D crew handles complete dismantle, repacks the booth, and ships it back to our Las Vegas warehouse. If you want to reuse it for the next show, we store it for 90 days at no additional cost and refresh graphics for the next event.

Do you offer last-minute or rush rentals for Chicago shows?

Yes. We maintain a ready-to-ship inventory of pre-built 10x10 configurations that can be customized with your graphics in 7–10 days for late-booked Chicago shows. The realistic Chicago rush window is set by freight: 5–7 days of truck transit from our Las Vegas warehouse to McCormick Place is non-negotiable. Anything tighter than 21 days for a mid-or-larger footprint in Chicago is a no — there isn't a way to compress the freight leg without going air, which makes the economics worse than waiting for the next show. Rush pricing applies, and inventory is first-come.

What payment terms do you offer?

Standard terms are 50% on design approval and 50% before ship date. We accept ACH, wire, and major credit cards. Net-30 terms are available for established corporate clients with credit approval.

How do I get started?

Fill out the quote form on this page with your show name, dates, booth number, and any design preferences. You receive a custom 3D rendering and full-price quote within 24 hours — no obligation, no sales pressure.