Exhibitor Information

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Move-In & Check-In

9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, September 12th  

 

9:00 am–11:00 am Sunday, September 13th 

 

Please refer to the event map for the check-in location upon arrival.  You will also see signs directing you to rear entrance of the building.

Location: 
Hickory Metro Convention Center
1960 13th Ave Dr SE
Hickory, NC 28602

The following will occur at check-in:

 

– Exhibitor badges.  You will be able to pick up badges for your whole team.


– Amenities – if you need any tables, chairs, etc. you will be able to rent items at this time.  

– Sign Hooks to hang any banners in your booth.


– WiFi Password

Booth Amenities

Each booth includes:

  • 8′ Back Drape
  • 3′ Side Drapes (optional for endcaps)
  • Wi-Fi access
  • Electrical power (one outlet)

 

Optional Amenity rentals can be ordered and paid for at check-in.  We can accept cash, checks, or credit cards.

Rental pricing:

  • Chairs: $5 each

  • 6’ Table (no cover): $15 each

  • 6’ Table with cover (black, red, or blue): $25 each

Show Day Schedule - Sunday, September 13, 2027

9:00 am – Doors Open for Exhibitors
12:00 pm – Show opens to Attendees
4:00 pm – Show Ends
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Move-out and Breakdown 

Rules - Guidelines - FAQ

Parking

During the show, we ask that you and your booth staff park at the rear of the building or in the Blue lot shown on the map.  We would like to reserve as much of the front parking lot for attendees as possible.

Booth Decoration Guidelines

Please observe the following:
– No glitter or confetti
– The only item to be hung from the pipe and drape in your booth is a banner.  We have sign hooks available at the check-in table.
– Do not hang, pin, tape, or attach anything to the drape in your booth.
– No tape or any other adhesive shall be used on any wall in the convention center.

Other Guidelines

– No early teardown.  
– No open flames.  Exception: sternos may be used for chafing dishes, but there must be a fire extinguisher in the booth.  Gas sources such as propane or butane are not allowed.