What Are the Best Trade Show Towers for Large Exhibition Booths?

In a 10x10 booth, a tower is usually a slim accent beside the backwall. In a 20x20 island, a 10x20 or a peninsula, a tower has a bigger job: it has to hold its own against tall structures in neighboring booths, show your brand to more than one aisle, and sometimes hide storage or carry lighting. A tower that looks tall in a small booth can disappear in a large one.

Updated November 2026

This guide answers what are the best trade show towers for large exhibition booths. It sorts real Capital Exhibits towers by type and scale, covers illuminated towers, towers with storage and booths with towers built in, and explains how many towers a large booth needs. Prices were checked in November 2026 (lowest complete Graphic Package). For height rules of thumb, see How Tall Should a Trade Show Display Tower Be?

Key takeaways

• The best towers for large booths are the 16 to 17 ft class: EZ Tube Tower 4ft x 16ft x 4ft ($1,970), Origami SEG Truss Tower 5ft x 17ft x 5ft ($5,088), SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower ($7,166) and the Modco tower range (from $10,930), as of November 2026.
• 8 to 10 ft towers, such as the EZ Trade Show Tower (from $1,101), work best as secondary accents at corners and entrances in a large booth.
• Yes, you can add illuminated towers to a 20x20 exhibit: the SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower has built-in LED edge lighting.
• The Modco 7 and Modco 31 towers include a storage room with door and lockset, which suits booths that need a lockable closet.
• Check your exhibitor manual for height limits before choosing a tower.

What Are the Best Trade Show Towers for Large Exhibition Booths?

The best trade show towers for large exhibition booths are tall, four-sided towers in the 16 to 17 ft range, because they rise above walls and crowds and show your brand to every aisle. Choose a fabric tube tower for the lowest cost and easiest transport, a truss tower for an open industrial look, a lightbox tower for illumination, or a modular Modco tower when you also need a lockable storage room.

• Best value: EZ Tube Tower 4ft x 16ft x 4ft, $1,970.
• Tallest listed: Origami SEG Truss Tower 5ft x 17ft x 5ft, $5,088, listed at 204.25" high.
• Best illuminated: SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower, $7,166.
• Best with storage: Trade Show Tower Graphic Package - Modco 7, $10,930.
• Best twin tower: Trade Show Tower - Modco 31, $30,462.

Prices as of November 2026. To see where towers fit among complete 20x20 systems, read What Are the Best 20x20 Trade Show Displays?

1. What Makes a Tower Right for a Large Booth?

A tower suits a large booth when its height, footprint and number of graphic faces match the scale of the space. Four questions narrow the choice quickly.

• Scale: will it read as a landmark next to 8 to 10 ft walls? In a 20x20, a 16 ft tower usually does; an 8 ft tower usually does not.
• Faces: does it show graphics on every side that faces an aisle? Island booths need four-sided towers.
• Function: do you need storage, light or just branding?
• Logistics: can it travel in bags or cases, or does it ship by freight in a crate?

Your exhibitor manual sets the maximum height, and the limit can differ between island, peninsula and inline booths, so check it before you shortlist anything.

2. Fabric Tube Towers: Tall and Portable

Fabric tube towers are the lowest-cost way to add serious height. An aluminum tube frame snaps together and a pillowcase-style stretch fabric graphic pulls over it and zips closed.

EZ Tube Tower 4ft x 16ft x 4ft

The EZ Tube Tower 4ft x 16ft x 4ft is listed at 48"W x 192"H x 48"D, built from 30mm silver anodized aluminum tubing with push-button connections for tool-free assembly. The Graphic Package includes the frame, the graphic and a travel bag, and the listing states a lifetime warranty on the frame and one year on graphics. It is for indoor use only. Price: $1,970.

Shorter fabric towers as accents

• EZ Trade Show Tower: 36"w x 120"h x 36"d at 10 ft ($1,184) or 36"w x 96"h x 36"d at 8 ft ($1,101); tool-free aluminum tubing and a zippered fabric graphic.
• 3ft Wallbox Trade Show Tower: 36"W x 120"H x 36"D at 10 ft ($984) or 96" high at 8 ft ($949), with a push-button frame and a travel bag.
• EZ Pillar Fabric Display: $1,014 at 10 ft or $933 at 8 ft, with a case with wheels included.

In a large booth these work best in pairs at entrances or corners, not as the main landmark.

3. Truss Towers: The Tallest Listed Option

A truss tower combines an exposed folding truss frame with SEG fabric graphics. It suits brands that want an open, technical look and the most height available.

The Origami SEG Truss Tower 5ft x 17ft x 5ft is listed at 60.5"W x 204.25"H x 60.5"D. The Graphic Package includes the truss sections, feet, cubes and SEG profiles, three LA CAJA hard cases and four single-sided SEG graphics, one per side. It is recommended for indoor use. Price: $5,088 as of November 2026. More truss options are in the Trade Show Truss Displays collection.

4. Can I Add Illuminated Towers to a 20x20 Exhibit?

Yes. You can add an illuminated tower to a 20x20 exhibit, either as a tall lightbox tower that acts as the booth's landmark or as shorter backlit columns at the corners. Both need electrical service at the show.

SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower

The SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower stacks SEGO lightbox frames using stacking pole connectors and inside L connectors. It is listed at 48.9"W x 177.2"H x 39.45"D, with built-in LED edge lighting, tool-free assembly and a travel bag for each frame. The Graphic Package includes eight frames, eight single-sided backlit SEG graphics and eight blockout panels. Price: $7,166 as of November 2026. The listing asks you to check your show guidelines to confirm the configuration is allowed.

Shorter illuminated columns

If the main landmark is a hanging sign or a structure, backlit columns can add light at entrances. The 3.3 x 8ft. SEGO Modular Lightbox Display is listed at 39.4"W x 94.5"H x 16.5"D with LED light strips along the top and bottom, from $1,213 single-sided. Slim backlit fabric columns are also in the EZ Tube Connect Backlit collection.

For a deeper comparison of lit towers, read Where Can I Buy Illuminated Trade Show Towers?

5. Modular Modco Towers With Storage

Modco towers are built from tool-free perforated aluminum frames joined with pin-lock connectors, with graphics covering the perforations. Several include a storage room, which turns the tower into a lockable closet for bags, stock and literature.

• Trade Show Tower Graphic Package - Modco 7 ($10,930): listed at 39.25"W x 195.25"H x 39.25"D, with an integrated storage room with door and lockset. One year on graphics and one year on hardware.
• Trade Show Tower - Modco 7A ($12,542): listed at 78.5"W x 190"H x 39"D and described as optimized for peninsula booths.
• 101"W x 190"H x 10"D Tower - Modco 7C ($15,357): a tall, shallow tower wall with rounded corners, also aimed at peninsula layouts.
• Trade Show Tower - Modco 31 ($30,462): a twin-tower design listed at 234"W x 192"H x 39"D, with a storage room with door and lockset.

Add-ons such as shelves, monitor mounts and spotlights are in the Modco Parts and Accessories collection.

6. 20x20 Booths With a Tower Built In

If you are buying the whole booth, a 20x20 system with a central tower avoids matching separate pieces. Two current packages are built around a tower.

• 20x20 Modco 11 Display with Tower ($20,517): a tower with a built-in storage room, an arched canopy and two counters.
• 20x20 Modular Display Tower - Modco 5A ($21,144): an integrated tower with built-in counters and a storage room. Confirm the footprint with Capital Exhibits before ordering for a 20x20 space.

For larger spaces, the 30x30 Modular Display Tower with Counter and Storage - Modco 5 is $24,658. For more tower-led design ideas, see What Are the Best 20x20 Trade Show Booth Design Ideas?

7. Large-Booth Towers Compared

The table compares the main towers for large booths using details from each product page and November 2026 prices.

8. How Many Towers Does a Large Booth Need?

Most large booths need one main tower or two matching towers, plus shorter accents if the layout calls for them. More than that tends to block sight lines and floor space.

Place towers where they do not hide counters or entrances. For zone planning, see What Is the Best Layout for a 20x20 Trade Show Booth?

9. Shipping, Setup and Graphics

Large towers differ most in how they travel and how they are set up. Plan these before you choose.

• Bags and cases: the EZ Tube Tower ships with a travel bag, the SEGO tower has a travel bag per frame, and the Origami truss tower packs into three hard cases.
• Freight: Modco towers ship in a crate or on a pallet. The Modco 7 listing gives a shipping weight of 926 lbs in a crate or 430 lbs on a pallet.
• Setup help: tall towers may need a ladder, extra hands or show labor. Follow the instructions linked on each product page.
• Graphics: four-sided towers need artwork for every face. Templates are linked on each product page, and the Graphic Design Services page offers design help at $105 per hour.

According to the Capital Exhibits FAQ, every order includes a free graphic review before printing.

Why Buy a Large-Booth Tower From Capital Exhibits?

Capital Exhibits lists fabric, truss, lightbox and modular towers side by side, with dimensions, included parts, templates and prices on each product page. The company offers wholesale pricing and has more than 30 years of experience helping exhibitors plan large booths. For quantity or custom configurations, use the request-a-quote page or call.

• Trade Show Towers
• 20x20 Trade Show Displays
• Trade Show Backlit Displays
• Modco Parts and Accessories
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Contact Capital Exhibits

Website: www.capitalexhibits.com

Phone: 703-489-0791

Email: sales@capitalexhibits.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best trade show towers for large exhibition booths?

Tall, four-sided towers in the 16 to 17 ft range work best: the EZ Tube Tower 4ft x 16ft x 4ft ($1,970), the Origami SEG Truss Tower 5ft x 17ft x 5ft ($5,088), the SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower ($7,166) and Modco towers from $10,930, as of November 2026.

Can I add illuminated towers to a 20x20 exhibit?

Yes. The SEGO Modular Lightbox Display Tower has built-in LED edge lighting and is listed at 177.2" high. Shorter backlit columns, such as the 3.3 x 8ft. SEGO Modular Lightbox Display, can add light at entrances. Order electrical service at the show.

What is the tallest tower Capital Exhibits sells?

The Origami SEG Truss Tower 5ft x 17ft x 5ft is listed at 204.25" high. The Modco 7 is listed at 195.25" and the EZ Tube Tower 4ft x 16ft x 4ft at 192".

Which trade show towers include storage?

The Modco 7 and the twin-tower Modco 31 include a storage room with door and lockset. The 20x20 Modco 11 and Modco 5A booths also include storage rooms.

Is an 8 ft tower big enough for a 20x20 booth?

Usually not as the main landmark, because it is no taller than typical walls. 8 to 10 ft towers work well as secondary accents at corners or entrances alongside a taller tower or a hanging sign.

How many towers should a 20x20 island booth have?

One tall tower near the center or two on opposite corners is enough for most island booths. Keep corners and the main entrance open so visitors can walk in.

Do large trade show towers need freight shipping?

Modco towers ship in a crate or on a pallet. Fabric and truss towers pack into travel bags or hard cases; check each product page for shipping dimensions and weights.

Are there height limits for trade show towers?

Yes. Each show sets its own maximum height, often different for island, peninsula and inline booths. Check your exhibitor manual before ordering.

Final Thoughts: Size the Tower to the Booth

In a large booth, a tower has to compete with everything around it, so height and four-sided graphics matter more than in a small space. Start with what your show allows, decide whether you need light or storage, and pick the tower family that fits your budget and shipping plan. One strong tower usually does more than several small ones. For a broader comparison of tower types at every size, read What Are the Best Display Towers for Trade Shows?

Choosing a tower for a large booth? Browse the Trade Show Towers collection at CapitalExhibits.com, or call 703-489-0791 to talk through heights, lighting and storage for your next show.