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WELCOME TO THE 2025 EDMONTON HOME + GARDEN SHOW EXHIBITOR KIT
THE EXHIBITOR KIT WILL BE FULLY UPDATED 6-8 WEEKS BEFORE THE SHOW.
***REMINDER: YOU MUST PURCHASE ELECTRICAL FOR YOUR BOOTH DISPLAY THROUGH SHOWTECH. FLOORING IS MANDATORY. PLEASE READ EACH SECTION OF THE KIT THERE IS IMPORTANT INFORMATION WITHIN THIS PAGE ***
GENERAL INFORMATION
ATTENTION! WE HAVE CHANGED OUR 2025 SHOW HOURS TO THE FOLLOWING:
| Exhibitor Access: | ||
| Thursday, March 27 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 8 AM |
| Friday, March 28 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 10 AM |
| Saturday, March 29 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm | 8 AM |
| Sunday, March 30 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | 8 AM |
Exhibitor access to the show floor is only allowed 2 HOURS prior to show open on show days with the exception to opening day with your exhibitor badge.
SHOW FACILITY
Edmonton Expo Centre7515 – 118 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB T5B 4X5
SHOW OFFICE
Hall E Show Office*Marketplace Events Team is ONLY at this location during the week of the Show - Tuesday, March 25th - Monday, March 31st, 2025.
EXHIBITOR BADGES
All exhibitors need to display their badge on show days to gain admittance to the show floor.
Exhibitors are given the minimum number of badges allotted to their booth automatically (see chart below) with no
form needing to be filled out. If the number of badges needed for your staff doesn't exceed the amount shown below, then simply have your staff check in at the Hall E Show office during or before the show to receive their badge.
Please note that badges do not display exhibitor or company names on them but there is space for your business card.
| 100 square feet | = | 6 free badges |
| 200 square feet | = | 8 free badges |
| 300 square feet | = | 10 free badges |
| 400 square feet | = | 12 free badges |
Each additional 100 square feet gets an additional 2 badges.
If you need more than the number of badges allotted to your booth, then please fill out the Exhibitor Badge Order Form before the show and we will have them ready for you at check in.
DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BADGES IN YOUR BOOTH as
you need them to gain access to the show floor. Replacement badges are $10 each if lost, left at home, left in booth, a dog ate them etc.
BOOTH AWARDS & TIPS!
Each year, the Edmonton Home & Garden Show awards seven exhibitors, each in a different category, for standing out from their competition and peers. The categories for the booth awards are listed below, accompanied by the criteria our panel of judges look for when selecting the winning booth and company. We value all of the hard work our exhibitors put in to create their displays and design their spaces and award those who go above and beyond to put their best foot forward.
| Best In Show | Regardless of size, this booth displays the most unique display and design of any other in the show. |
| Best Large Space | Best booth 400 square feet or larger |
| Best Medium Space | Best Booth between 200 - 399 square feet |
| Best Small Space | Best Booth between 100 - 199 square feet |
| Best Landscaping | Regardless of size, this booth displays the most unique display and design in landscaping of any other in the show. |
| Rookie of the Year | This award goes out to a new exhibitor who has an outstanding booth. |
Things we look for:
• Meeting basic booth standards/expectations – height, signage, flooring, layout, etc
• Full floor covering (no subfloor, concrete or terracover exposed) and quality of floor covering
• Hard wall display (not mandatory but helps in the presentation of a professional display)
• Signage and signage quality
• No exposed studs or wiring (inside and outside booth)
• Paint and paint quality –
taking the time to edge, tape seams, make the paint job look professional
• Wall quality – no visible damage
• Creativity and thought evident in booth design
BOOTH GUIDELINES
Review the booth guidelines to make sure your booth is designed to meet Marketplace Events and Edmonton Expo Centre's standards:
- EHGS Booth & Exhibiting Tips
- Booth Design Guidelines
- Edmonton Expo Centre Venue Guide **UPDATED** - Read important information regarding fire safety, safety & security, general rules, etc.
*SOIL/GARDEN DISPLAYS*
Displays containing soil, mulch or similar materials must use a fire retardant protective coating such as plastic to protect the floor and all facility equipment. Please note that additional cleaning charges
may apply.
*SIGNAGE & BANNER HANGING*
Any signs/objects over 20 lbs. must be pre-approved by ShowTECH.
TRANSPORTATION & CUSTOMS FORMS
Order Form and Commercial Invoice
Canadian Border Services Event Letter of Recognition - Marketplace Events has registered the show with the CBSA Conventions Program so special duty-free and tax-free importation privileges have been granted for the show. Please contact the shows Official Customs Broker – Cross Connect Customs & Event Logistics if you have any questions or require assistance with clearing your goods into Canada using these special privileges.
GES DECORATOR SERVICES
2025 GES Online Order Form
Deadline for discount: March 10, 2025
Services Available:
- Furnishings (tables, chairs, etc.)
- Carpet & Under Padding
- Specialty Furnishings
- GEM Exhibits and Accessories (Booths)
- Signs and Graphics
- Plants
- Installation & Dismantling Labour
- In-Booth Forklift Service
- AV Equipment/Services
ELECTRICAL | HOUSEKEEPING | PLUMBING | INTERNET
ShowTech
Please access the direct online ordering link above with Google Chrome to view pricing and/or order online. To take advantage of the discount pricing, please order online by March 4, 2025
To contact, please call: (855) 746-9832 or (905) 283-0550
*If you have never ordered from ShowTECH's online ordering portal, you must create an account first.
Please us Google Chrome to access the direct online ordering link.
ShowTech Services Available:
- Signage Hanging
- Electrical
- Ceiling Lighting
- Flooring Lighting
- Plumbing
- Compressed Air/Natural Gas
- Telecommunications
INTERNET AND AV SERVICES
- Edmonton Expo Map
- Internet Order Form
- Please direct all inquiries to:
- Kasandra Breadner
+1-587-340-3432
kasandra.breadner@encoreglobal.com
ENHANCE YOUR COMPANY’S ONLINE EXHIBITOR LISTING
Your basic listing will be uploaded to the website when you book your booth. Within 24 hours you will receive an automated email to enhance your listing. This link can be used multiple times and you can make updates and changes to your listing until ONE day after the show commences. If you have any questions regarding the online exhibitor listing or do not receive the link, please email our digital support rep, JenK@mpeshows.com.
Learn more about the benefits of creating your enhanced listing.
Go from basic to ENHANCED!
REQUIRED READING & FORMS
Forms to Return:
| Form | Details | Deadline |
| Certificate of Insurance Form | Liability Insurance is required to participate in our shows. | ONE WEEK BEFORE MOVE IN |
| Extra Badge Order Form | All Exhibitors need to display their badge on show days to gain admittance to the show floor. Replacements are $10 each if badge is lost or left in booth. | ONE WEEK BEFORE MOVE IN |
| Contest Request Form | Any company wishing to hold a prize give-away or contest of any kind at the Show, must complete and submit this form for approval. | ONE WEEK BEFORE MOVE IN |
Required Reading:
| Form | Details | Due |
| Rules and Regulations | Important Rules, Regulations & FAQ's for the show, services, and venue. | n/a |
| Exhibitor Listing | Have you completed enhancing your online company listing? Your Online listing is what Consumers will see about your company before attending the show. Please reach out to Jen Kropf if you do not have your unique link. | ASAP |
| Show Must Do's | Mandatory rules for exhibiting in the show | n/a |
If you plan on shipping any materials to the show, please ensure all pieces have a shipping label on them.
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Westin Edmonton
10135 100 St NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 0N7
Guest may call the Marriott Reservations at 1 (800) 937-8461 on or before Tuesday, February 25, 2025 to make reservations, and mention the Marketplace Events Group.
Direct Line: 780.426.3636
Discount Deadline: February 25, 2025
Edmonton Hotels by COST
Edmonton Hotels by DISTANCE
Edmonton Hotels by RATING
SHOW INSURANCE
Proof of trade show insurance is mandatory for our shows. Coverage dates must include Move In and Move Out. We require a copy of your policy sent to Shannon to keep on file one week before show open.
We also require that we are on your policy as additional insured:
Marketplace Events LLC | Edmonton Home + Garden Show
PO Box 70060 Rimrock Plaza PO
Toronto, ON M3J 0H3
EXHIBITOR MOVE IN AND MOVE OUT
Move-Out Hours:
Sunday, March 30th, 7PM - 10PM (one hour beginning at 6PM is needed for aisle carpet removal)
Monday, March 31st, 8AM - 12PM
Individuals under the age of fifteen are prohibited to be on the show floor, or back of house areas during Move In, Move Out, or while heavy machinery is operating.
Move In and Move Out periods during events can be a dangerous time with vehicles, heavy machinery, overhead work, and many other hazards. Exhibitors should take particular care when working during this time and should take steps to protect themselves and others.
The Edmonton EXPO Centre requires exhibitors to wear proper closed toed shoes during this time and recommends that everyone working in the space wear a visibility vest.
Additionally, equipment operators are required to have their relevant licenses and must have copies of their license with them when working at EXPO. Anyone working above 10’ feet must use fall protection and have their fall protection certificate available upon request.
While Field Level Hazzard Assessments (FLHA) are not required for a typical Exhibitor moving into a standard booth, we do ask the Exhibitors stop and complete one before performing a potentially dangerous task, for example, working on a raised platform, using power tools, or operating heavy machinery. Click Here for the Field Level Hazzard Assessments Form.
PARKING
Online order link - CLICK HERE
All exhibitors are required to use the 79th Street entrance off of 112th Ave. Event parking passes (4-day) include move in & out days as well as event days.
If an exhibitor does not purchase the 4-day event pass, they will be required to pay the daily rate, including move-in and move-out days.
License plates must be registered in the system to avoid being ticketed and/or towed. Passes cannot be transferred between vehicles.
Note: Exhibitors MUST park in the West Lot or in the Angled Exhibitor Parking behind the halls - subject to availability. Click here for the map.
Exhibitors MUST enter through the 79 St. & Borden Park Road entrance via 112th Ave.
What happens if an exhibitor enters through a public entrance?
Exhibitors are welcome to enter through the public guest entrances (116 Ave North, 116 Ave South and 73 Street) but will be required to pull a ticket and pay the day guest rate which does not include in/out privileges. Please click here for our exhibitor parking map.
What payment types are accepted?
We will have credit/debit payment options available at every pay station inside the Edmonton EXPO Centre as well as at the exit gate. For Guest Parking Lots - There will be one pay station that will accept cash transactions located beside the Hall F Show Office. Please see the attached map for all pay station locations throughout the Edmonton EXPO Centre.
Overnight and Parking Trailers?
No overnight parking in the angled parking spots. Vehicles will be towed. Trailer parking has been moved to the south east lot. NO longer at the giant slide area.
CLICK HEREFOR THE EXHIBITOR PARKING MAP.
SELLING OR SAMPLING FOOD OR BEVERAGE PRODUCTS
Expo Centre Food & Bev Sales Form
AHS Food Vendor Notification Form - Visit the link to complete the NEW online Food Vendor Notification form. This form will be automatically sent to Shannon Novak to supply to Alberta Health Services. Please complete form 30 DAYS BEFORE THE SHOW. Forms sent within 14 days of the show will NOT be permitted.
Please note the following information:
The following are required to fill out sales and sampling applications
- Any vendor that is selling food or beverage meant for consumption on site
- Any vendor that is sampling any kind of edible product
The following are required to notify Marketplace Events so that we can notify Alberta Health Services
- All perishable items meant for consumption off site
The following are not required to fill out the sales and sampling application
- Spices
- Commercially packaged products i.e. jams, coffee, tea, non-hydrated soups, energy bars, weight loss products
**NEW**
Promotional Bottled Water:
Personal sized, individual, water bottles may be given away to guests as a free promotional item at your booth. In order to qualify, promotional bottles of water are
bottles of water where the original label and packaging has been professionally and completely removed and replaced with your companies branding. Bottles of water must be unopened and given away for free. Other products such as juice,
soft drinks, energy drinks and sports drinks may not be given away as promotional advertising.
Promotional Snacks:
Personal
sized snacks may be given away to guests as a free promotional item at your booth. All items must be individually wrapped in sealed, original, commercial packaging. Items are intended to be small personal items such as mints, candies,
cookies and cake bites. Larger food items including bags of chips, full sized cupcakes/muffins, sandwiches and others do not apply. Exhibitors selling food or providing free samples to encourage the sale of food must complete the Food
and Beverage Sales and Sampling forms.
Using propane? If so, you MUST abide by all parameters in the Propane Use Health & Safety Document
SOCIAL MEDIA
#LetsGetSocial
Share your show pics or your home reno projects with us.
Hashtags: #EdmontonHomeShow #YEGHomeShow
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.
Click Here to go to our Facebook Event
Click Here for the Social Media Marketing Kit
TRAFFIC DRIVERS
Web Button: Increase traffic to your website with our free online button linking your customers to discount tickets at the show. Let us know when our web button is posted, and we will email you 10 free tickets to the show.Follow These Easy Steps:
- Right click on button (below) and save
- Load image onto your website
- Set up hyperlink so jpg image links through to our ticket website: https://edmontonhomeandgarden.mpetickets.com/
- Email your website link to Shannon Novak to verify the web button
Request a Promo Code: Offer your Social media followers a discounted price on tickets by letting them know your promo code. This will save your followers $4 per general admission ticket. Email Shannon Novak for more information.
Call us if you have any problems or if you want to discuss any other easy cross-marketing opportunities.
Get a 15% Discount on your Advertising with NextHome. Click here for
details.
SCAM WARNING
As per our privacy policy, Marketplace Events is a permission-based email sender. We do not share, rent, or sell any email lists.
We strongly recommend that all exhibitors be extremely vigilant when it comes to giving your information to any company that you are not familiar with. If you have any questions about whether or not a company is warranted in reaching out to you regarding your participation in the Show(s), please don't hesitate to reach out to your Exhibit Sales Consultant
CLICK HERE for more information.