November 24, 2025

Budget-Saving Tips for the 2026 SHOT Show

By Jade Moldae, Director of Content

With your customers on the hunt for deals during the holiday season, you can be confident in savings of your own when you attend the 2026 SHOT Show®. Whether it’s travel, lodging, dining or entertainment, saving money during SHOT Week® is more than possible. All it takes is a strategic, disciplined approach to your time in Las Vegas.

Travel on a Budget

Attending a trade show for multiple days represents a significant investment, and there are several ways to save traveling to Las Vegas and around the city once there. When it comes to airfare, there is no “tried and true” method for saving but booking economical flights has never been more obtainable thanks to scores of daily flights to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) from budget carriers. There are free (SHOT Show shuttle bus) and budget (Las Vegas Monorail) options available to SHOT Show attendees looking to peruse the thousands of new products from more than 2,700 exhibitors across The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum.

Travel Offers

Lodging on a Budget

When it comes to lodging in Las Vegas for a trade show there are multiple games in town, pun intended. With nearly 300 hotels in the city, numerous options are available — even during a compressed week with multiple trade shows operating in conjunction with the SHOT Show. When booking hotel accommodations, it’s important to consider the nightly rate you’ve budgeted for, as well as the hotel’s proximity to the SHOT Show. Thankfully, several SHOT Show hotels with availability through onPeak offer both value and a walkable distance to the convention halls. Additionally, dozens of other budget-friendly hotels are near the show, as are short-term rental options.

Lodging Deals

Entertainment on a Budget

Las Vegas is synonymous with entertainment. Though it might seem counterintuitive in a city known for opulence, it’s more than possible to entertain your team or clients on a budget during SHOT Week. There are several free and budget-friendly shows located within walking distance of The Venetian Expo. You can also put your SHOT Show badge to work for you with free networking opportunities after the show and through Vegas Unlocked, a Show Your Badge & Save Program. Other districts, like the Fremont Street Experience, combine entertainment and budget seamlessly.

Entertainment Sales

Dining on a Budget

With more than 2,700 exhibitors to visit at the 2026 SHOT Show, attendees will have no problem achieving their step count throughout the week. Pausing to recharge and grab a bite to eat near the show floor will be key. Budget eateries in and around the SHOT Show abound for all three meals of the day. For those looking for a little adventure, local hotspots are scattered throughout the resorts and even further out in nearby communities in nearby Henderson and Summerlin. For savings on the basics, a stop at CVS and Walgreens on the Strip is a must!

Dining Discounts

A “Can’t-Miss” Event

The SHOT Show is a “can’t-miss” event — serving as a launchpad to jumpstart business success in the new year. With less than 60 days until the opening day of the 2026 SHOT Show, now is the time to not only begin outlining your objectives for the week but to also maximize the value of your time spent in Las Vegas.

SHOT Show Registration

Stay In Touch

• For real-time highlights and breaking news from the show, the SHOT Show’s Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and Xfeeds are your instant-access points. Don’t forget to use #SHOTShow to join the conversation.
• Bookmark the official show dates: January 20-23, 2026 at the Venetian Expo + Caesars Forum, Las Vegas.
• Visit the SHOT Show Blog for ongoing updates, travel & hotel tips, exhibitor insights and more.

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