52nd Annual KACo Conference & Exposition
Nov. 18-20, 2026 | Central Bank Center | Lexington, KY
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The Kentucky Association of Counties
52nd Annual KACo Conference & Exposition
Nov. 18-20, 2026
Central Bank Center | Lexington, KY

General Information

Exhibiting at the 52nd Annual KACo Conference

The Annual KACo Conference & Exposition is the best opportunity for exhibitors to meet directly with attendees while showcasing products and services. We look forward to seeing you!

If you have any questions, contact Beth Nunnelley at 502-223-7667 or beth.nunnelley@kaco.org. 


 

Booth Details


  • 10 x 10' exhibit space with pipe and drape
  • One - 8' skirted table
  • Two chairs
  • Waste basket
  • Booth identification sign 
  • Complimentary wi-fi
  • One conference registration, which includes entry to all functions and meals
    • Note: All exhibitor attendees must register to attend the conference. Exhibitors receive one complimentary registration. Each additional registration is $320 per person.
  • Listing on KACo’s exhibitor webpage 
  • Recognition in conference program

Pricing


KACo Partners and Sponsors receive priority in reserving booth space. Once filled, remaining booths become available. Click here for more information about KACo's sponsorship program. 


 

Exhibitor Schedule


Move-In and Set-Up

  • Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Check-in at the KACo registration desk prior to set-up.

 

Directions to Loading Dock

  • From High Street, go past Central Bank Center. Turn right onto Manchester Street and make an immediate right onto the loading dock.
  • Utilize loading dock A. 

 

Exhibit Hours

  • Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 4 – 7:30 p.m. 
    • Reception | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Nov. 19 | 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    • Continental breakfast | 8 – 9 a.m.
    • Luncheon | Noon – 1:30 p.m.  

 

Move-Out and Tear-Down

  • Thursday, Nov. 19 | 1:30 p.m.

Door Prizes


Exhibitors are welcome to give away door prizes.

  • Note: The rules and regulations by the Central Bank Center prohibit the display of alcohol without a permit. However, a picture of the item can be displayed at the exhibit booth with door prize awarded outside the center.
  • The drawing for exhibitor door prizes will be held Thursday, Nov. 19 at approximately 12:30 p.m. KACo will collect the name of your winner during the luncheon.

 

Exposition Services


Excel Decorators will send an exhibitor kit to each registered vendor prior to the conference relating to additional needs including electrical, dedicated internet or other services and products not included in the booth package. While complimentary open wi-fi is available in the exhibit hall, some vendors may require dedicated internet service.

  • To view the complete exhibitor kit, click here.  Payment must be received by Nov. 2 for discount rates to apply.  
  • For power, internet, or audio-visual equipment only, click here.   

 

Shipping and Policies


Shipping and Receiving

All packages and inbound/outbound freight for exhibit materials must be routed to Excel Decorators at the following address:

KACo 2026

[Company name and booth number]

c/o Excel Decorators

4855 Jennings Lane, Louisville, KY 40218

Please include your vendor name and booth number to ensure proper delivery.

 

Theft/Product Damage

Central Bank Center and KACo do not assume responsibility for the loss of and/or damage by fire, theft or any other cause of the exhibitor’s property during the duration that the exhibitor’s space is set up. The building will be secured when exhibit hours are closed. We advise that exhibitors remove items of value from their booth when exhibit hours are closed.

 

KACo reserves the right to reassign exhibit booth space as necessary. KACo reserves the right to refuse exhibit booth space to any potential exhibitor.