2025 Exhibitor Kit

SCAM ALERT FOR EXHIBITORS

As per our privacy policy, Marketplace Events is a permission-based email sender. We do not share, rent, or sell any email lists. 

2025 EXHIBITOR MANUAL:  Exhibitor Manual - San Antonio Home + Garden Show - 2025

Please keep in mind, this manual does not include all information for move in etc. Please go through this webpage for all information.

2024 EXHIBITOR WEBINAR*: CLICK HERE - UPDATE COMING SOON!

SHOW DECORATOR | GEMS

Exhibitors are responsible for flooring (required for all booths). All Forklift use must be facilitated by GEMS. You may supply your own flooring, tables, and chairs or rent from the show decorator. Any forklift use must be scheduled with GEMS. An advanced purchase discount is offered and will ensure availability of all needed items. 

As an exhibitor, you will automatically receive an email 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 email resent, please contact Jill Zinkus by phone at 214.388.5722 ext.1 or Jill@gemsevents.com.

Order online from GEMS HERE.

ORDERING ELECTRICAL SERVICES | EDLEN ELECTRICAL

Electrical Ordering Flyer - How To!

Electrical Order Form

Order your electrical services here.

If you have never used Edlen before, you will have to set up a login and password. 

Electric will also be available for ordering on site at the show for an increased rate.

Advance Price Deadline Date:  January 30th, 2025     

HEALTH DEPT. TEMPORARY FOOD PERMIT APPLICATION - ALL FOOD VENDORS; PRE PACKAGED & HOT/SERVE

You may find the application form here.                                                                                                 

Please submit completed form to  GiannaG@MPEshows.com.

All food vendors are required to follow the Temporary Food Permit Guidelines.

There is a $98.88 fee from the San Antonio Health Department. This fee is paid for with your booth space and your permit will be provided to you on show site. If you are unsure if you have already paid for your permit fee, please don't hesitate to reach out to the above email address. 

Exhibitors must have permission from show management before giving out samples of consumables or selling consumables of any kind. Must have all forms by February 12th, 2025

FIRE DEPT. TEMPORARY FOOD BOOTH PERMIT APPLICATION - HOT/SERVE

All food vendors cooking on site are required to follow the required guidelines & pull a temporary food booth permit with the Fire Marshall's office. Here is their website to find more information on process: San Antonio Fire Dept: Permits & Inspections

You may find the APPLICATION here: Food Booth Application Portal - San Antonio Fire Dept.

You may find the GUIDELINES for the booth here:   Food Booth Guidelines - San Antonio Fire Dept..    

You may find a TUTORIAL on how to PAY for the permit here:  Food Booth Application Payment Tutorial - San Antonio Fire Dept.

You can also reach out to the Fire Dept. at (210) 207-8410 for assistance on processing.

Must have all forms by February 12th, 2025

EXHIBITOR WIRELESS INTERNET INSTRUCTIONS

The Alamodome offers free wifi. All you'll need to is find "Alamodome Guest Wifi" and sign on by providing an email address.

If you require a more dedicated connection contact Jason Bippert at 210-207-3629.

GAS AND WATER

Order through the Alamodome. Contact Andrea at andrea.austin-thomas@sanantonio.gov

When ordering water you are required to provide your own hose on site.

PARKING

Exhibitors may purchase a 3 day parking pass from the Alamodome onsite during move in for $45 per pass for lot A  This pass allows for in/out privileges.  Sold while passes last. All trailers must have a parking pass in addition to vehicle parking passes if taking two parking spots. 

Daily parking in lots B & C without in/out privileges are $10 per vehicle. Credit cards only, no cash accepted for parking. Parking permits are sold on site between 10 am - 4 pm during move in days. 

FOOD POLICY

Reminder that no outside food or drinks are allowed in the Alamodome on show days. 

You may bring in empty water bottles and utilize the fill stations located on either end of the main aisle.

TEMPORARY EVENT INSURANCE

Temporary Event Insurance can be purchased  here.

A few things to be aware of:

• 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. 

The Insurance clause is #5 on the Terms and Conditions page of all booth space contracts. You may use any insurance company for insurance, or your existing plan may already provide the necessary coverage, but it must meet the following requirements: 

• 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
• Provide a copy of the certificate of insurance (COI) to MPE if requested

SCAM WARNING

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.  

CLICK HERE for more information.

PREFERRED HOTEL

Group Rate: $169 night plus tax for a Standard Studio Suite (1 King or 2 Queen Beds)

• One complimentary parking pass per room

• Two ways to make reservations:
• Click on this link to book online: Hotel Reservations at Staybridge Suites Downtown San Antonio - Spring Show 2025
• Call central reservations at 1-800-HOLIDAY or the hotel directly at 210-444-2700 and reference the group code: MSV
• Last Day to make reservations: Monday, January 27, 2025

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.

Need help with your listing? Read the FAQS.

Learn more about the benefits of creating your enhanced listing.
Go from basic to ENHANCED!

Introducing the QR Code!

A new way to accelerate leads generated onsite at the show. A floor decal with a unique QR Code will be placed in front of your booth.

Explanation Video

Learn More...

SOCIAL MEDIA
#LetsGetSocial

Share your show pics or your home reno projects with us.

Hashtags: #SATXhomeshow #SATXhomeshows

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 for the Social Media Marketing Kit

CONTACT US TODAY!

Diana Keener, Exhibit Sales Consultant, A- L

DianaK@mpeshows.com 210.742.7198

Laura Martin, Senior Exhibit Sales Consultant, M-Z, #'s
LauraM@mpeshows.com 210.430.9290

Gianna Grisolia, Show Coordinator
GiannaG@mpeshows.com 801.456.7486

Lupe Merino, Show Manager
LupeM@mpeshows.com 801.456.7487