CES 2024 Guide This is our fifth guide to the CES 2024 registration process and badge pickup. Attending CES is an exciting experience that gives you the chance to see and feel the world’s biggest technology trends firsthand, as well as feel a sense of global change.
However, with over 100,000 people in a short period of time, it’s important to have some tricks up your sleeve to save time and reduce fatigue. In this article, we’ll walk you through the pre-registration process and badge pickup guide if you’re planning to attend CES 2024.
CES 2024 registration process
Advance online registration
Online registration portal: You can register through the online registration portal available on the official CES website. Registration usually opens a few months before the show, and it’s often free when it first opens, so be sure to check the official website sometime over the summer.
If you miss it, you can still register for a fee, which can range from $100 to $350 depending on the time of year. If you can get a promo code from an exhibitor, you might be able to get in for free.
There are usually two options when registering online, but if you’re just visiting the exhibit hall, the lower cost pass on the left is sufficient. If you want to attend conferences and other sessions, you can purchase the pass on the right, but in our experience, it’s hard to get a full tour while attending sessions. Also, keep in mind that these are publicized through various media outlets.
Industry attendee registrants are not members of the media attending the show or covering CES. Industry attendees receive first-come, first-served access to the CES show floor, keynotes, Great Minds sessions, and select conference programs during show hours.
Fill out the required information: Accurately fill out the required information, including personal, contact, and professional information. After completing the required information and finalizing the payment, you will receive an email with a QR code confirming your registration.
Registration fees
Check fees: Registration fees are described above for general attendees, and may vary depending on the type of attendee, such as industry experts or press. Check the costs in advance. It’s worth noting that if you’re registered as a journalist, you’ll have access to many spaces and benefits, but if you’re a member of the public, you won’t be able to register as a journalist.
Early registration benefits
Discounts: We encourage you to register as early as possible, as you’ll receive a discount for early registration. As we mentioned earlier, you can even register for free if you register early enough after the summer.
How to get your CES 2024 badge and tips
Get your badge
You can also pick up your badge at the designated badge pickup booth at the front of the show, but it will be very busy during the show, so we recommend that those flying in from overseas pick up their badge at the airport and those not flying in from overseas pick up their badge near their hotel.
Documents required for pickup
Bring ID: Bring a valid form of ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.) and present the QR you received during registration earlier.
What to expect when you receive your badge
Don’t lose your badge: Your badge is an important way to access the CES show. Be careful not to lose it.
Wait times for on-site pickup: If you’re picking up your badge on-site on the first day of the show, you may experience long wait times, so be sure to give yourself plenty of time.
Additional tips
Leverage mobile apps
CES Official App: Download the CES Official App to view the show schedule, maps, session information, and more. You can also check your registration status and badge information through the app.
Registering to attend CES 2024 and picking up your badge is the first step to participating in the show. We hope this guide has helped you prepare for your CES experience.