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NEW Political Merchandise Policy As we enter a highly volatile political environment, Marketplace Events (MPE) wants to make clear its position on what content will not be permitted on its exhibit floors in all its US consumer home and holiday shows effective January 1, 2024. MPE shows are welcoming environments built solely to encourage face-to-face commerce. Creating respectful, safe marketplaces where our attendees and exhibitors can come together to learn, shop, compare pricing and do business together is our highest priority.
MPE’s acceptability standards do not permit political candidates, parties or other groups promoting issues or ballot initiatives to participate as exhibitors. In addition, the display or sale of any products or services that are political/partisan in nature or that can be interpreted to promote, incite, or glorify hatred, violence, racial, sexual, or religious intolerance are prohibited. MPE’s judgment in applying these standards will be final.
MPE maintains these policies to ensure a welcoming environment for all attendees and exhibitors.
Vendor Guide
For a full list of show rules and regulations please read the vendor guide: CLICK HERE
*Please note that this page is always being updated as new information becomes available
Show Hours
2026 Show Hours
Friday
November 13th
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday
November 14th
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday
November 15th
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Move in & Out Information
Each vendor will be assigned a specific date and time to set up their booth. These assignments will be communicated via color-coded map posted below 30 days prior to move-in. Driving into the building, if feasible, is only allowed during your assigned date and time. Hand carry or pushcart move-in is allowed any time during and/or after assigned time.
If a vendor will be using a vehicle as part of their booth space, vehicles Keys MUST be given to Show Management once parked in booth.
*Please note the move-in map is for zone reference only and may not show your exact booth size, as it is created well in advance. Your booth will be set up according to your contract
Dismantling of displays is not permitted until 5:01 pm on Sunday, November 15th.
General Move-Out Hours:
Sunday, November 15th: 5:01 pm - 10:00 pm
Vendor Badges
Vendor badges are NOT mailed out prior to the show. Badges can be picked up at Vendor Registration (located behind
the box office) during move-in and during show hours. Complimentary plastic badge holders are provided. Vendor
badges are required to identify you as an authorized Vendor. Vendors will not be allowed access to the show floor
during show days without a badge.
Each company will be provided an allotment of 5 badges.
Badges can be picked up at the show office during move-in or at Will Call during show days.
Show Decorator | Gilbert Exposition Management Services
Vendors are responsible for flooring (required for all booths.) You may supply your own tables and chairs or rent from the show decorator. An advanced purchase discount is offered & will ensure availability of all needed items.
As an vendor, you will automatically receive an introduction email from GEMS with a Username and Temporary Password.
After you’ve logged on you will be able to order services. Should you have any questions or need to have the introduction e-mail resent, please contact GEMS by phone at 214.388.5722 Ext 1 or e-mail orders@gemsevents.com.
Each Vendor will receive 20 complimentary paper tickets at check-in during move-in for the show. Please contact Show Coordinator, Nicole Pasley, at nicolep@mpeshows.com with any questions you may have regarding complimentary tickets.
Use your tickets to invite potential customers to the show, or for friends and family. If complimentary tickets or badges are given to visitors, the Vendor responsible will not be allowed to exhibit in future events and may be asked to leave the current show immediately.
Complimentary and discounted tickets are NOT to be distributed in the LOBBIES, FOYERS or PARKING LOTS of the CHI Health Arena. If complimentary or discounted tickets are given to visitors in these areas, the vendor will not be allowed to exhibit in future events and may be asked to leave the current show immediately.
Food and Beverage: Permits & Sampling
Click Here: to view the CHI Health Center Sampling Guidelines
Click Here to view the CHI Health Center Sampling Authorization Form
Click here to view the Douglas County Temporary Food Permit Application
Click here to view the Douglas County Cottage Food Permit Application
Please contact the Douglas County Health Department at (402) 444-7480 with any questions you may have regarding sampling or the application.
Mail Douglas County Food Permit Applications to the following address:
*Vendors who plan on sampling only and not cooking food in their booth will not be required to pay a fee to the Douglas County Health Department but are still required to mail an application to the above address.
Deadline to mail applications is TBD
Booth Guidelines
BOOTH GUIDELINES
Show Management reserves the right to refuse entry or to have removed at the vendor’s expense, any display that is not in accordance with these rules and regulations. If any doubt exists, the vendor must provide details and have such exhibits approved by show management. Management may require vendors to make such alterations to their displays as it deems
necessary to the proper conduct of the exhibition and, or failure to comply, may order the immediate removal of the entire exhibit without compensation and at the vendor’s expense.
Exhibits must be designed and constructed so they do not obstruct the general view of the show or detract from other exhibits. All sides and surfaces, front and back of exhibits which are exposed to view must be properly finished and decorated by exhibitor at their own expense and to the satisfaction of neighboring vendors and Show Management. No advertising is allowed on the reverse of an exhibit without prior approval by show management.
Certain areas within the facility have ceiling height restrictions. Absolutely no tents of any kind are allowed without show management prior consent. No exhibits will be permitted which interfere with the use of other exhibits or impede access to the free use of the aisle.
No spraying of scented fluids is allowed during the show. All inventory and personal items must be stored COMPLETELY OUT OF SIGHT. Your booth should look professional and inviting to the attendee. Holiday décor is welcome and makes your booth
more appealing to consumers! Vendors must make arrangements to dispose of any shipping crates or other rubbish created
through the building or dismantling of their individual display.
IT IS REQUIRED THAT VENDORS ALWAYS HAVE A STAFF MEMBER INTHEIR EXHIBIT DURING
SHOW HOURS. SHOW MANAGEMENT DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPOSIBILITY FOR LOSSES.
BOOTH PERSONNEL, INCLUDING DEMONSTRATORS, RECEPTIONISTS AND MODELS ARE
REQUIRED TO CONFINE THEIR SALES ACTIVITIES WITHIN THEIR OWN BOOTH SPACE.
During move-in, show hours and move-out, Show Management will maintain a show office. The office is located near the main entrance doors between Hall B & C.
Holiday Decor Requirement
It is required for all vendors to incorporate holiday decor in your booth
INTERESTED IN GETTING YOUR NAME OUT THERE? DONATE ITEMS FOR GIRLS NIGHT OUT.
On November 13th from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Holiday Boutique turns a unique shopping experience into a party with a special Girls Night Out on Friday - complete with music, entertainment and fabulous door prizes!
You can reach shoppers and gain more exposure at the show by providing a gift certificate from your business.
Click here to donate to Girls Night Out: (link coming soon)
Deadline to donate is TBD
Artisan Vendors
Want additional exposure as an Artisan?
Our Artisan designation only cost $60, and you get the following benefits.
12”x12” floor decal on the aisle in front of your booth
Listed as an Artisan on our feature page of the website under “Artisan Vendors” with your logo and booth number.
Potential for onsite PR (no guaranteed) if requested by media.
Contact your sales consultant for more information.
Vendors will have to pick the show from a drop-down list that includes shows other than just those run by MPE.
Marketplace Events is not selling this insurance and doesn’t profit from it in any way. This is simply a resource for those vendors who don’t already have the required insurance coverage per their contracts. They do not have to purchase this.
The Insurance clause is #5 on the Terms and Conditions page of all booth space contracts. For easy reference, vendors are required to have:
Comprehensive General Liability and All Risk Property insurance
Coverage must be from the start of move in to the end of move out
Coverage of at least $1,000,000 for each separate occurrence
Name Marketplace Events LLC and the venue as additional insured
Maximize your business’s exposure and attract more customers by upgrading your vendor listing. As a vendor, you have a basic listing live on the website, and now you can Enhance It! This is included in the contracted space cost and is no additional charge.
Within 24 hours, you will receive an automated email providing a link to elevate your listing. This link gives you the flexibility to make updates and changes to your listing as frequently as you like until one day after the show ends. Your listing will stay active for as long as you participate in the show.
If you have any questions regarding the online vendor listing or if you do not receive the email with the link, please email our digital coordinator at JenK@mpeshows.com.
For any assistance with your listing, please consult the FAQ section.
We believe this opportunity will greatly benefit your business and we are excited to assist in maximizing your presence at the show.
Learn more about the benefits of creating your enhanced listing.
Hotel Information
We have negotiated discounted rates during the show at the following hotels:
There have been a number of spam emails offering our attendee lists. These are scams and the senders are unauthorized to use the Marketplace Events’ name. These scammers are attempting to receive monies from exhibiting companies without providing anything in return. These emails are not approved by Marketplace Events, and Marketplace Events would never ask for bank information or other sensitive information over email.
In efforts to protect potential joint customers from fraudulent events and scammers, we request that you do not create your own Facebook Event. This helps us manage ticket sales for the event, and ensures that our team are available to support both exhibitors and potential attendees with any questions, comments, or concerns that they have. Please feel free to reach out to your show manager or show marketing manager with your companies’ Facebook page and we can add you as a co-host to the official event.
