Last Updated: September 14, 2026
Author: William Griggs
Founder @ Trade Show Labs
Trade Show Labs brings branded games and interactive booth activations to San Francisco and the Bay Area from Houston. We ship, set up, staff and strike; your team stays on the leads.
What we bring to San Francisco
At Moscone Center and the hotels around it we run Batak Pro, the VR flight simulator, the branded claw machine, SwagBot Beam laser engraving for engraved giveaways, the social media vending machine, VR headset packages, the F1 race simulator, the golf simulator, Tablet Jeopardy, the Are You Smarter Than An AI Bot? trivia game, the AI photo booth, the giant Plinko board, mini-drone racing and SwagBot Print 3D printing. Each unit is wrapped in your artwork.
Our guide to the best trade show booth games compares them; our list of interactive trade show ideas covers the wider set. Photos of every unit are on the full list of trade show games and activations page.
For a full VR booth with more headsets and staff, our sister company VirtualRealityRental.co handles VR booth rental in San Francisco as well.
Trade Show Labs in San Francisco
XBOW ran our Batak Pro for four days at RSAC in March 2026. Astro Mechanica ran the War Planes flight simulator in April: "Everything was amazing, I think the guests really enjoyed the flight sim!!" Invisible North booked a claw machine for a week over the July 4th holiday, and Autodesk ran a rig and headsets at a December office event where, they told us, "one employee called it their favorite part of the night." Across the bay, BSSP ran our vending kiosk at a San Rafael fair ("It was a big hit"), Pillsbury Winthrop ran SwagBot Beam in Palo Alto ("Many guests requested contact information"), and the California Academy of Sciences, after a 2023 event, wrote: "They came in and had a smooth, quick setup, and I heard lots of positive feedback from the guests." We have equipment going into Moscone Center for a client in November and a full-service job in the city in October.
Why San Francisco?
Why San Francisco Trade Shows Are a Must-Attend?
San Francisco is one of the most vibrant and innovative cities in the world, making it the perfect location for trade shows. With a booming economy and a diverse population, San Francisco offers a unique opportunity to showcase your brand and connect with other industry experts.
Trade shows in San Francisco are known for their cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking ideas. From virtual reality experiences to drone challenges and interactive games, San Francisco trade shows provide a unique opportunity to engage attendees and create a memorable experience.
If you're looking to take your business to the next level and connect with other industry experts, SF trade shows are a must-attend event. So why wait? Join us in San Francisco for the ultimate trade show experience!
San Francisco Trade Show Venues:
Chamber of Commerce:
Additional Resources:
Trade Show Ideas that Work: https://www.bizbash.com/meetings-trade-shows/trade-shows/media-gallery/22262561/advice-and-inspiration-for-trade-show-booths
Inspo for Your Expo Display:
https://american-image.com/finding-inspiration-for-your-expo-displays/
Some of the Best Booths: https://meetings.skift.com/trade-show-booths-100-best-ideas-2018/
Attract Visitors with these Ideas: https://www.bizzabo.com/blog/tradeshow-ideas/
Bottom line
Create the Best Booth
Trade shows in San Francisco offer a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services to a diverse audience of potential clients and investors. By incorporating innovative and interactive attractions like VR Racing Simulator, and the Social Media Vending Machine, you can attract attendees to your booth and create a memorable experience that sets your brand apart.
With the help of Trade Show Labs, you can customize your booth to meet your goals and budget, and our team of experts will work with you every step of the way to ensure your trade show is a success. So why wait? Take advantage of the vibrant and innovative city of San Francisco and make your next trade show an unforgettable experience!
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If your company invests heavily into their trade show presence and has a strong desire to maximize their return on investment, we can help. Fill out the form below and our team will follow up with you shortly to explore if there is a fit. Regardless, we will share insights and questions to help you on your path to trade show success. We look forward to connecting soon.
