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AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic Build Crews
AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic returns to AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX during January, drawing 85000 attendees. Expo Stand Builders Dallas delivers exhibit construction and on-site install purpose-built for AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic's exhibitor profile: Automotive sponsors, beverage brands, sports apparel companies, financial services sponsors, television broadcast partners.
Build Timeline for AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic
For AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic, we run a build-list per booth that tracks every component from production through install. Anything not checked off in the production manager's hand at crate-up is reflagged for field assembly, so the crew on-site doesn't discover missing pieces under pressure.
We plan AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic builds backwards from the official load-in window. Structural elements pre-staged the day before, graphics applied morning-of, AV and lighting calibrated by midday, then a final walkthrough with the project manager before doors open.
AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic runs at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX during January. Attendance is typically 85000, and the show targets Automotive sponsors, beverage brands, sports apparel companies, financial services sponsors, television broadcast partners. ['Part of the College Football Playoff (CFP) rotation — frequently hosts a CFP semifinal game', 'Originally played at the Cotton Bowl Stadium at Fair Park since 1937; moved to AT&T Stadium in 2010', 'One of the original four college football bowl games', 'AT&T Stadium has a capacity of over 100,000 with standing room']
Dallas Crew Capacity at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic
We don't rent crews from temp agencies. Our Dallas install team is W-2 staff, IATSE/local union signatories where required, and seasoned at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic specifically. The lead supervisor on your job has installed at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX multiple times.
Crew capacity for AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic can be a constraint when multiple shows overlap in Dallas. We size your install team based on booth complexity, freight unload time, and graphics complexity — typically 3-6 people per 20x20 for a 6-hour install.
AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic has been hosted by Cotton Bowl Athletic Association / College Football Playoff since 1937. AT&T Stadium hosts NFL games, concerts, and major events throughout the year
Booth Installation Requirements at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
Installation rules at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX dictate when freight can dock, where staging can stage, and how late dismantle can extend. We plan around those rules instead of fighting them. Lead times for EAC approval at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic are typically 30 days.
AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX's install requirements include union labor for rigging and electrical (where applicable), drayage through the official material handler, and fire-marshal sign-off on tall structural elements. We file the EAC paperwork and coordinate with show management.
On-Site Coordination for AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic
On-site at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic, our supervisor coordinates with AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX's show management, the GC if there is one, and your account team. Daily handoffs document what's done and what's outstanding so dismantle doesn't surprise anyone.
We assign a project manager and a lead supervisor to AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic. The PM handles paperwork and exhibitor communication; the supervisor runs the field crew. You have two phone numbers, both of which are answered during install hours.
Questions buyers ask first
What happens if our exhibit gets damaged in freight?
We document booth condition at crate-up, at receipt on the show floor, and at dismantle. If freight damage is identified, we file claims with the carrier and either repair on-site (if scope allows) or fabricate replacement components for the next cycle. Insurance recovery is part of how we close out an event.
Can you handle dismantle for AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic as well?
Yes, dismantle is part of every install we run. Our crews stay through the official dismantle window, document component condition, crate everything for return freight or storage, and confirm with show management that the booth space is left clean. Dismantle photo documentation is standard.
Do you work with union labor at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX?
We work within AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX's labor jurisdiction. That includes rigging, electrical, and any other trade where the venue requires union signatories. Our project managers handle the EAC and labor-coordination paperwork as part of the build scope, not as an add-on.
Who's the single point of contact during install at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic?
Your lead supervisor on the floor and your project manager off-floor. Both have phones that answer. We don't run our installs by committee — one supervisor, one PM, one accountability chain.
How long does a 20x20 booth install take at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic?
A 20x20 custom booth at AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic typically installs in 4-6 hours with a 3-person crew, longer if there are hanging signs, complex AV, or extensive graphic detailing. We schedule the install during AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX's official load-in window and finish well before show open.
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