2026 Exhibitor Kit

Everything you need to "know before you show."


 

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.

 

2026 Exhibitor Kit

CLICK HERE for 2026 Exhibitor Manual

 

Utilities (Electric/Water) - New Process for 2026! - Please complete the form attached HERE

 

  • Utilities orders will be processed and a payment link sent within the next 1-2 business days after the form is submitted -  no orders will be marked complete until payment is received.  Advanced rates apply until January 15, 2026.  Additional fees will apply after this date, and any electric orders made on show site will require immediate payment.

WiFi is available at the venue and must be obtained through show management. Username and password will be available in show office and exhibitors will be able connect to the WiFi directly on devices. There is no fee for WiFi.

Decorator Service Kit & Order Form to be emailed to booked exhibitors by GEMS. Questions for decorator can be emailed to: Jill@gemsevents.com

New Product you'd like to promote? Submit for consideration with the:  New Products Submission form CHLS 2026


Scheduled Move-In Dates/Time

Wednesday, January 21, 202611:00am - 2:00pmBulk Space Exhibitors (20'x20' or larger)
Wednesday, January 21, 20262:00pm - 6:00pmAll exhibitors may move in
Thursday, January 22, 20268:00am - 7:00pmAll exhibitors may move in (Roll up doors shut at 5pm, all vehicles removed by 5pm on Thursday)
Friday, January 23, 20268:00am - 10:00amAll exhibitors may move in (no vehicles on floor)

General Move-Out Dates/Time

Sunday January 25, 20265:01pm - 9:00pm
Monday January 26, 20268:00am - Noon

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.



First-Time Exhibitor Helpful Information and Tips

CLICK HERE for best practices and tips as a new exhibitor with us! We can't wait to meet you in person.


Enhance Your Company's Online Exhibitor Listing

Maximize your business’s exposure and attract more customers by upgrading your exhibitor listing. As an exhibitor, you have a basic listing live on the website, and now you can Enhance It! This is included in the contracted space cost and is no additional charge. 

Within 24 hours, you will receive an automated email providing a link to elevate your listing. This link gives you the flexibility to make updates and changes to your listing as frequently as you like until one day after the show ends. Your listing will stay active for as long as you participate in the show. 

If you have any questions regarding the online exhibitor listing or if you do not receive the email with the link, please email our Digital Coordinator at  JenK@mpeshows.com.


Digital Marketing Kit
#LetsGetSocial

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

Facebook icon   Instagram icon

Hashtags: #CLTHomeShow #CharlotteHomeShows

Including assets mentioning your participation in the show either through your existing email marketing efforts or by adding a small banner to your website is a great, free way to invite potential customers to meet you face-to-face on our show floor.

CLICK HERE for the 2026 Digital Marketing Kit (which includes social assets, and other digital marketing materials).


Facebook Event Reminder: 

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 for 2026