Trade show shipping to The Inspired Home Show 2026
Direct-to-Dock Delivery - McCormick Place
Estimated Savings
$780+
per pallet vs traditional
Get your rate for The Inspired Home Show 2026
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Shipment Type & Quantity
Pickup + direct show dock delivery included. Zone 1-4 pricing shown
Shipping timeline - The Inspired Home Show 2026
Advance WH
26 - 20
Jan - Feb
Move In
3 - 9
March
Show Days
10 - 12
March
Move Out
12 - 16
March
Delivery Locations
Recommended: Direct to show delivery
- Avoids McCormick Place advance warehouse fees
- Direct to McCormick Place loading dock
- Direct-to-dock delivery included
- Dock appointment coordinated by NEX EXPO
Why NEX EXPO for The Inspired Home Show
The smarter way to ship freight to The Inspired Home Show 2026
The Inspired Home Show 2026 brings together exhibitors at McCormick Place. With multiple exhibitors setting up simultaneously, advance warehouse congestion can add unexpected costs.
NEX EXPO Express delivers your freight directly to the McCormick Place show dock during the official move-in window as your Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC). No advance warehouse. No surprise fees. One flat rate — locked in before you ship.
Direct-to-dock delivery
We deliver directly to the McCormick Place loading dock for The Inspired Home Show and all other shows at this venue.
Save $780+ per pallet at The Inspired Home Show
By skipping the advance warehouse, The Inspired Home Show exhibitors typically save between $780 and $1,200 per pallet compared to traditional routing.
Move-in coordination handled
We coordinate your McCormick Place dock appointment for The Inspired Home Show — so you don't have to.
What's Included
Everything included in your The Inspired Home Show shipping rate
FAQ
Shipping to The Inspired Home Show — common questions
Everything exhibitors ask before their first booking. View all FAQs →
How do I ship freight to The Inspired Home Show 2026?
Get an instant flat-rate quote above, then book your shipment. NEX EXPO picks up from your location and delivers directly to the McCormick Place dock during the move-in window as your EAC.
What is the shipping deadline for The Inspired Home Show?
The advance booking deadline is March 2, 2026. Booking before this date ensures your rate, pickup window, and dock appointment are all confirmed in advance.
Does NEX EXPO service the McCormick Place?
Yes — we deliver directly to the McCormick Place loading dock for all shows at this venue. We coordinate dock appointments on your behalf for every shipment.
How much does it cost to ship to The Inspired Home Show?
Use the rate tool above for instant flat-rate pricing. Rates start from $325 for trunks and $495 for standard pallets (Zone 1). No per-hundred-weight math — one number, locked in.
Do I need to use the advance warehouse at McCormick Place?
No. As your EAC, NEX EXPO delivers directly to the McCormick Place show dock during move-in — bypassing the advance warehouse entirely and saving $780-$1,200 per pallet.
Can I ship return freight from The Inspired Home Show?
Yes. Book your return shipment at checkout and save 15%. We pick up from the McCormick Place dock after the show and deliver back to your location.
Still have questions?
Our team typically replies within a few hours
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