Upcoming Expos
- Spring Expo June 1 & 2 | Hamilton Convention Centre
- Fall Expo November 9 & 10 | Hamilton Convention Centre
Hamilton Bump, Baby & Toddler Expo ®
Spring Expo: Saturday June 1, 2024 & Sunday June 2, 2024
Fall Expo: Saturday November 9, 2024 & Sunday November 10, 2024
Hamilton Convention Centre, 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton Ontario
www.bumpbabyandtoddler.com / info@bumpbabyandtoddler.com
PAYMENT TERMS
Payment Preferences:
Full Payment due within 14 days or
Payment Plan: 50% within 7 days and and balance by March 31, 2024
If non-payment (or deposit) after payment due dates and you have not contacted us, a $25 late fee will be added automatically.
SPACE ASSIGNMENT
Exhibit space will be assigned by Show Management according to the application date, taking consideration of ideal traffic control and exhibit exposure or at the request of the Municipal Fire and Health Departments. Exhibits shall be arranged to not obstruct the general view or hide the exhibits of others, and will also be planned to limit proximity to competitive exhibitors. Plans for special built displays not in accordance with all applicable regulations should be submitted to Show Management before construction is ordered.
EXHIBIT SET-UP
All exhibits must be set up between the hours indicated on official show information package. No changes to displays can be made during show hours. Exhibitor set up will be Friday May 31, 2024 between 1pm – 6pm or Saturday June 1, 2024 between 8:30am – 9:45am; Exhibitors will be permitted to pick a load-in time.
DISPLAY OF EXHIBITS
Displays must not protrude beyond the measured booth dimensions, nor obstruct a clear view of the neighboring booths, may not be taller than 8 feet high, including signs, and must be free standing. Low side dividers between exhibits should not exceed 36 inches in height. Displays cannot be attached to walls, structural supports, or flooring in the exhibit building, by nails, screws, bolts or permanent cement, nor may he/she suspend anything from the ceiling or rafters. No painting of the floor of the premises is permitted. No exhibitor shall permit the exposure of any unfinished surface
SHOW HOURS
Exhibit space must be attended throughout the show hours by at least one representative of the exhibitor. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to keep his/her area clean and orderly throughout the show and to ensure that it is ready for opening at the time the show opens each day. In the event that the exhibitor’s booth is not open at any time during the show hours, Show Management shall have the right to open the said booth by the removal of any night sheets or other coverings of any sort, but shall be under no liability to the exhibitor for any loss or damage which may be caused thereby or as a result of the booth being opened in that way and then being left unattended.
SHOW ETIQUETTE
All displays and promotional literature must be in good taste. The product or service must be presented in a professional manner. Free samples may be distributed. Orders for products may be taken and merchandise may be sold at a cash retail prices. Raffles and give-a-ways may be conducted but only with the approval of Show Management (please see below for more information). If in the opinion of Show Management, an exhibitor or his/her servants or agents conducts him or herself in an objectionable manner, he/she will be liable for any damage or loss to the exhibitor or the person expelled, nor will there be any refund of rental fees.
MACHINERY AND NOISE
Show Management has the right to stop the display, demonstration or running of an engine or machine or anything which, by causing vibration, noise, smoke, smell, or any of them, may be considered by them to be a nuisance. The exhibitor shall at the request of Show Management stop the use of loud speakers, microphones, amplifiers, musical instruments, stereo & video equipment, radios, filming equipment or any of them.
COMMON SHOW AREAS
All lobbies, corridors, aisle ways, restrooms, food and beverage concessions, and special assembly rooms will be considered as common show areas to be used for the movement and flow of the public and/or for their entertainment and convenience. No exhibitor will be permitted to use these areas for the display or distribution of products, services, or their attendant literature.
OFFICIAL CONTRACTORS
Where an official contractor has been designated by Show Management to perform services for exhibitors such as rental of furniture, erection of exhibits, electrical work, plumbing, labor, or any other service, no exhibitor or representative shall contract for such services with other than the said official contractor unless permission has been secured in writing from Show Management.
PASSES AND BADGES
Exhibitor badges will be issued only to people named on the exhibitor’s application or such other persons as may be approved by Show Management.
Exhibitors will receive up to 10 complimentary tickets to gift to family, friends, clients or customers.
EXHIBIT DISMANTLING
Unless required by Show Management, no exhibitor shall disassemble any part of his display before the show is officially closed. All exhibits must be removed by 12 midnight on the last day of the show. Anything remaining after the cut-off time will be removed by Show Management at the exhibitor’s expense.
DRAWS, PROMOTIONAL GIVEAWAYS & MAILING LISTS
All Exhibitor draws & promotional giveaways must be approved by Show Management prior to show, but such approval shall not be construed to mean that Show Management deems the draw or promotional give away to be legally compliant. All Exhibitor draws & promotional giveaways must be free and clear of any financial obligation on the part of the winner & must be in compliance with all applicable laws.
ADVERTISING
Any advertisement of the exhibitor using the name of the show must be approved in writing by Show Management, which reserves the right to use the name of the exhibitor as a part of its advertising in so far as to say that the exhibitor is displaying his/her, product or services at the show.
CANCELLATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
1. Upon acceptance of application the exhibitor fee and deposits are non-refundable.
2. If an exhibitor cancels their application, with written notice by within 45-days (by April 16, 2024 they can opt to take a credit for any fees or balances to be used towards a future Bump, Baby & Toddler Expo).
3. Should an exhibitor cancel after April 16, 2024 or fail to attend on event day, Show Management reserves the right to
a) Retain all payments (upon acceptance of application the exhibitor fee is non-refundable) and/or
b) Re-rent the exhibition space
By signing up as an exhibitor you agree to the following:
I, The Exhibitor, represent to you that I have read, understand and agree to the show information and to the terms and conditions of this three page contract. I agree to abide by all rules and regulations. I understand that you are relying on this presentation. This contract shall not become valid until it has been accepted by MAKE IT HAPPEN EVENTS INC. I understand that space will not be reserved unless an up-to-date cheque or credit card payment accompanies this application.
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