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Exhibitor Kit
SCAM ALERT UPDATE!
Many of you know there has been a company ("Construct Data Publishers" of Bratislava, Slovakia) that has targeted Marketplace Events exhibitors in a false manner. We have now received notice that the International Association of Exhibitions & Events has investigated this matter and put a stop to it.
Click here for the update!
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Welcome to the Exhibitor Kit. The Exhibitor Kit will not be printed or mailed to you. We're reducing our paper trail by sending out our information by email or posting items on our website. Follow our step by step instructions below to assure you have a well organized, successful show.
The 2013 Exhibitor Kit will be ready 8 weeks prior to the Show.
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CLICK HERE TO VIEW A FLOORPLAN
CLICK HERE TO READ THE 2012 RULES & REGULATIONS
CLICK HERE TO READ THE EXHIBITOR TERMS & CONDITIONS
CLICK HERE TO READ THE SHOW FACTS
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Show Facility
Calgary Exhibition + Stampede
BMO Centre, Stampede Park
#20 Roundup Way SE
Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
Phone: 403-261-0323
*Show Office
Room #105 - Across from Hall B at the BMO Centre
Phone: 403-261-0583
Fax: 403-261-0323
*Marketplace Events Team is ONLY at this location during the week of the Show - Tuesday, September 17th - Monday, September 23rd, 2013.
Show Hours
Thursday, September 19 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday, September 20 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday, September 21 10:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday, September 22 10:00am - 6:00pm
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1. COMPLETE MANDATORY FORMS
Review, complete and return the following by fax or email as soon as possible, please double check all your contact information is correct. For due dates on all forms, view the Show Checklist.
2. BOOTH GUIDELINES
Review the booth guidelines to make sure your booth is designed to meet Marketplace Events and Calgary Stampede Services' standards.
Booth Design Guidelines (2014)
Calgary Fire Department Safety Requirements
Building and Occupant Fire Safety
Sheds, Canopies, Tents and Temporary Structures - Calgary Fire Department Regulations
Natural Gas Rules and Regulations
3. EXHIBITING TIPS
How to Exhibit Successfully
Tips on Approaching Customers on the Show Floor
Booth & Exhibiting Tips
Top 10 Money Saving Tips for Exhibitors
4. EXHIBITOR MOVE IN AND MOVE OUT AND EXHIBITOR PARTY
Move-In Hours:
Click here for Move-In Schedule. (Move In Schedule will be completed 8 weeks before the show)
Move-Out Hours:
Important Notice Regarding Move-Out
Sunday 7pm – 10pm (one hour beginning at 6 pm is needed for aisle carpet removal) and Monday 8am – 4pm.
Exhibitor Party
Time: Saturday 9pm – 11pm
Location: Lounge in Hall E
Don't miss the announcement of the Exhibitor Award Winners!
5. ORDER APPLICABLE SERVICES FROM ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SHOW SUPPLIERS: CLICK HERE FOR A DIRECTORY OF SERVICES
Facility Services, BMO Centre and Corral, Stampede Park:
Exhibitor Order Form and Event Services and Parking
Stampede Park - Finding Your Way Through Stampede Park
Concessionaire - Food & Non Alcoholic Form
Food and Beverage Guidelines
Use of Cooking Warming Devices
Calgary Health Region Special Events and Trade Shows Vendor Package
Services Available:
- Booth Cleaning
- Signage Hanging
- Electrical
- Ceiling Lighting
- Floor Lighting
- Plumbing
- Telecommunications
- Internet and Computer Rentals
- Parking Passes
- Compressed Air/Natural Gas
Decorator Services, GES (download package here)
Services Available:
- Furnishings
- Carpet & Under Padding
- Specialty Furnishings
- GEM Exhibits and Accessories (Booths)
- Signs and Graphics
- Plants
- Installation & Dismantling Labour
- In-Booth Forklift Service
- AV Equipment/Services
Click here for a map of Calgary Stampede Event Service desk and GES desk locations.
6. EXHIBITOR GUEST TICKETS
Order your exhibitor guest tickets (VIP tickets) at a discounted rate to give to friends, family, current customers, prospective customers or whoever you wish. To place an order, please fax the Exhibitor Ticket Order Form to 403.253.7878
7. MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
Show Guide Advertising Spec Sheet and Sponsorship Opportunities
(email blasts, web banners & more!)
Web Button: Increase traffic to your website with our free online button linking your customers to discount tickets to the show.Let us know when our web button is posted and we’ll send you 10 free tickets to the show. Deadline is September 6, 2013.
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Easy steps:
- Right click button (to the left) and save
- Load onto your site
- Set up hyperlink so jpg image links through to our website: www.calgaryhomeshow.com
- Call us if you have any problems or if you want to discuss any other easy cross marketing opportunities.
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8. SELLING OR SAMPLING FOOD OR BEVERAGE PRODUCTS
Concessionaire - Food and Non Alcoholic
Food and Beverage Guidelines
Use of Warming and Cooking Devices
Calgary Health Region Special Events and Trade Shows Vendor Package
9. HOTEL INFORMATION
Exhibitor Rate at Host Hotel - Hotel Arts
Below is a list of hotel in Calgary listed by: Cost, Distance (from the Stampede) + Rating. All the information below is from expedia.ca + is subject to change without notice.
Calgary Hotels by COST
Calgary Hotels by DISTANCE
Calgary Hotels by RATING
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2013 Show
Highlights
Main Stage
Designing with the stars! Look no further than the Main Stage for the ultimate inspiration. Catch presentations from some of the industry's hottest insiders. Sit back, relax and learn which type of renovations will give you and your home the biggest bang for your buck. Watch decoration demos, and learn DIY tips and tricks from the experts.
The Lounge
Kickback and give those tired feet a break from walking the show floor at our onsite Lounge. The perfect place to relax and refuel, The Lounge offers visitors delicious fare and refreshing cocktails.
Click here for the Corporate Ticket Program Order Form
Interested in volunteering
at one of our events?
Click here to contact us!
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