Exhibit, Sponsor, and Advertise at CAST

Connect With Texas Science Educators. Power Classroom Discovery.

Build lasting relationships with Texas science educators and leaders through the exhibit hall, sponsorship visibility, and advertising that supports meaningful engagement at the 2026 Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST), presented by the Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT), November 12–14 in Houston, Texas.

Reserve Your Space Now | Download the Partnership Brochure | Contact the STAT Partnership Team

Exhibit

Best for hands-on demos, product discovery, face-to-face connection
+ Exhibit booth space
+ Listing in the mobile app/digital program
+ Booth staff badges
(See booth packages for full details)

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Sponsor

Best for repeated visibility, premium placement, high-impact moments
+ Sponsorship packages across key touchpoints
+ À la carte sponsorships designed to create meaningful engagement

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Advertise

Best for visibility boosts and targeted reach before and during CAST
+ Digital advertising opportunities across STAT channels
+ Exclusive, onsite branding opportunities that put your brand front and center

Secure Advertising

 

Why CAST

CAST is the largest gathering of classroom and informal science educators in Texas—bringing together thousands of educators, campus and district leaders, and partners over 3 high-energy days.

• 2K+ attendees
• 150+ exhibitors
• Participation spans district roles, specialties, and grade levels (about one-third of attendees represent elementary grades, one-third middle, and one-third high school)

Plus, 90% of exhibitors and sponsors report meeting their objectives at CAST.

 

Exhibit Booth Pricing and Options

Choose the footprint that fits your goals, and then let CAST do what it does best: put you in front of educators actively looking for classroom solutions.

Booth Size	2026 Exhibit Booth Pricing
Inline Booth (10' x 10')	$1,700
Corner Booth (10' x 10')	$2,000
2 Inline Booths (10' x 20')	$3,400
Corner + Inline Booth (10' x 20')	$3,700

 

What's Included

Each 10' x 10' space includes:

• 5 staff badges ($50 per additional badge)
• Listing in the mobile app and digital program
• 1 ID sign, 1 skirted table, 2 chairs
• Draped walls on an aluminum pipe framework (back walls 8' high, divider partitions 3' high); space is not carpeted

New This Year: Exhibit Hall hours are focused on high-impact Thursday and Friday experiences, ending with a Friday closing reception where exhibitors can feature prizes and giveaways. 

View the Floor Plan | Review the Exhibitor FAQ | Review Exhibitor Policies

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are flexible by design—built to match goals, budgets, and the kind of visibility that drives meaningful engagement. Choose a level for broad awareness, premium placement, or high-touch activation (review all inclusions in the CAST26 Partnership Brochure).

• Presenting Sponsor | Contact Us: Full conference integration + top-tier visibility + dedicated activation options
• Premium Sponsor | $11,700: Premium placement + strong recognition + high-frequency visibility 
  • Includes a dedicated workshop room for sponsor activation (14 sessions)
• Supporting Sponsor | $5,700: Essential visibility + key recognition touchpoints
  • Includes 5 sponsor-hosted workshops (dedicated room not included)

You can also build a package that meets your needs with à la carte sponsorships:

• Build an attendee experience: Coffee Break • Recharge Zone • First-Time Attendees' Coffee
• Thought leadership and content: Featured Speaker Session • Round Table Discussion Room • STAT Chat

View All Options in the Partnership Brochure | Contact the STAT Partnership Team

 

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising is the easiest way to build visibility with CAST attendees, whether you're exhibiting or not. Choose digital placements and onsite visibility to support awareness, launches, and booth traffic.

• Digital reach: Digital Program Ads • Mobile App Ads • Email Banner Ads • Social Highlights
• Venue branding: Branded WiFi • Hotel Key Cards • Selfie Station • Inspiration Wall • Ribbon Wall

View All Options in the Partnership Brochure | View Ad Spec Sheet | Contact the STAT Partnership Team

 

Connect With the STAT Partnership Team

Questions? Not seeing a package that meets your needs? Reach out to the STAT Partnership Team.

	Tiffany Ritter, CFRE Business Development Director 512-505-8001 exhibits@statweb.org
	Marilyn Ellis Partner Experience Manager 512-505-8001 exhibits@statweb.org