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 information will be posted closer to event dates

The Tacoma Home + Garden Show, in order to ensure a minimal footprint, does not print nor mail the Exhibitor Kit. All of the forms, links, and information you need is posted below.

Please note that this page is always being updated as new information becomes available.

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.  

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EXHIBITOR MANUAL

CLICK HERE FOR SHOW RULES & REGULATIONS

2025 EXHIBITOR MANUAL WILL BE POSTED CLOSER TO EVENT DATES. 

PLEASE CHECK BACK.

 

EXHIBIT STANDARDS

  • Exhibitors are required to have floor covering in their booth. You can order carpet from the show decorator or bring your own flooring materials.  It should be professional-looking and clean and must cover your entire booth floor corner to corner. No partial floor coverings are permitted.

  • All exhibit spaces will have 8 feet tall black drape back and side walls. This means all booths will be separated with 8 feet tall black drape.

  • Additional booth lighting is strongly recommended.

  • Tables must be professionally skirted (no plastic) with floor-length skirting on all four sides. Any and all stored items, ranging from inventory to personal effects, must be stored completely out of sight.  All signage must be tasteful and professional.

    ENHANCE YOUR COMPANY’S ONLINE EXHIBITOR LISTING

    Your basic listing was uploaded to the website when you booked your booth. Within 24 hours you should have received 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 the last day of the show. If you did 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.

    hand holidng cell phone displaying QR code
    Learn More...

    Show Dates & Hours

    Thursday, January 30

    11:00 am - 7:00 pm 

     Friday, January 31

    11:00 am - 7:00 pm

     Saturday, February 1

    11:00 am - 7:00 pm

     Sunday, February 2

    11:00 am - 5:00 pm


    On Thursday, opening day, exhibitors can enter the building at 8 am with an exhibitor badge. All other show days, exhibitor access to the show floor is TWO HOURS (9 am) prior to show open with your exhibitor badge.  

    MOVE IN & OUT INFORMATION

    MOVE IN -

    The 2025 MOVE-IN MAP with your scheduled move-in time will be posted in December.  CLICK HERE for the 2024 MOVE-IN MAP for reference.

    Driving into the Tacoma Dome to unload will only be available on Tuesday, January 28, from 8 am – 8 pm.
    Please see below for your scheduled time.

    Please note - Before deciding if you need to drive into the building to unload, remember the show provides free forklifting service and limited pushcarts to help you bring in your booth display.

    TUESDAY, JANUARY 28:
    If you must drive-in to the Tacoma Dome to unload, please arrive Tuesday to unload.  Designated drive-in times are scheduled by booth location.

    • 8 am – 12 pm (Booths on south half of the Dome. After 12 pm, you can continue to set-up your display until 8 pm)
    • 1 pm – 8 pm (Booths on the north half and perimeter booths on the west and north wall of the Dome – no vehicles after 8 pm)

    Do not arrive prior to your move-in time; your booth row may be a designated drive lane and your booth drape may not be set up.  Booths along the East wall cannot move in on Tuesday; area will be kept open as a drive lane.  Once unloaded, you must remove your vehicle from the building. You can continue to set-up your booth on Wednesday, if need be.

    WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29:
    8 am - 8 pm (all booths)

    • No vehicle access inside the Tacoma Dome.  Forklift service and handcarts available - please see decorator service desk in Lounge AQ1.
    • Move-in for perimeter booths on east wall of the Dome - handcart only.
    • Aisle carpet will be installed throughout the day.  ALL AISLES MUST BE KEPT CLEAR.

    Pick up your Exhibitor Badges during move-in at the Show Office, located in Lounge AQ1. Click here to view the show floor map.

    MOVE OUT -

    Sunday, February 2: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    Booth teardown can begin at 5:00 pm on Sunday February 2nd. Please note that it can take up to an hour to remove aisle carpeting; no vehicles will be allowed on the floor until aisle carpet is removed. All booths must be moved out of the building by 10:00 pm on Sunday.

    SHOW DECORATOR

    Trade Show Supply House
    360.624.4498
    bryan@thedecorator.net

    Order the following from Trade Show Supply House:

    • Forklift service
    • Carpet
    • Tables and chairs
    • Signage & more

    CLICK HERE for the 2024 decorator order form.  Advance Order Discount DeadlineTBA
    If not ordered in advance, subject to floor order rates.

     

    Shipping

    *The Tacoma Dome’s 24 hour security office does NOT sign for deliveries on behalf of exhibitors, nor do they store shipments. Any shipments arriving before January 27 will not be accepted and will be returned at the exhibitor’s expense. 
     
    Please use the shipping label below.

    Tacoma Home + Garden Show 
    C/O Trade Show Supply House
    Tacoma Dome/24 Hour Security 
    2727 East D Street 
    Tacoma, WA 98421 
    Your company name + booth number

    Click here to view the shipping label

    SHOW ELECTRICIAN

    CORT Pro Services
    877.939.7368
    customercare@cort.com

    Each 10' x 10' booth comes with 600-Watt 120-volt (5amp) outlet of electricity.  

    Order the following from CORT Pro Services:

    • Additional Power Outlets
    • 24-Hour Power
    • Booth Lighting
    • Extension Cord/Power Strip rental

    CLICK HERE for the 2024 electrical order form.  Advance Order Discount DeadlineTBA
    If not ordered in advance, subject to floor order rates.

    Not sure how many amps you need? -> Guidelines for determining electrical needs

    *Please note power may not be available during move in, come prepared with cordless power tools and extension cords.

    EXHIBITOR BADGES

    You will need an Exhibitor Badge in order to gain access to the building on show days. Please pick your badges during move-in at the Show Office in Lounge 1AClick here to view the show floor map.  

    Once picked up, you are responsible for distributing the badges to your staff prior to entering the building. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BADGE IN YOUR BOOTH. Replacements are $7 each if badge is lost or left in booth.

    Badges are allocated as follows: 

                       0 - 100 square feet         =            5 free badges
                   150 - 200 square feet         =            7 free badges
                   250 - 300 square feet         =            9 free badges
                   350 - 400 square feet         =          11 free badges

    You may leave badges in the Show Office to rotate among your staff, or to leave a badge for single pickup. Please instruct your workers to park on Lot F & G, and use the Exhibitor Entrance to enter building at the NE corner and go directly to the Show Office.  Click here to view a map of the Tacoma Dome parking lots/entrances.

    If you need more badges than will be allotted to you, please contact michelled@mpeshows.com.

    PARKING

    Exhibitor parking is FREE and is located in Lot F and G. The Exhibitor Entrance is the NE Door of the Dome.

    Tacoma Dome parking lot map

    CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PARKING LOT MAP

    SHOW INSURANCE

    Proof of General Liability insurance in mandatory for our shows. Coverage dates must include Move-In and Move-Out, January 23 - January 28, 2024. Liability requirements are $1,000,000.
    Please email a copy of your certificate to michelled@mpeshows.com prior to show open.

    It is required that we are listed on your policy as additional insured:
    Marketplace Events LLC
    2000 Auburn Dr Ste 200        
    Beachwood, OH 44122

    Don't have an insurance provider? There are several companies which offer short term insurance for events, such as John Buttine Insurance, ACT insurance, or Hartford Insurance.

    Marketing Opportunities

    Sponsorship Opportunities and Booth Traffic Drivers Get some extra bang for your buck at the Tacoma Home + Garden Show! Work with us to get more people to your booth.

    Guest Passes - 50% Off Tickets - exclusive price for Exhibitors only! Send guest show tickets to your clients, prospects and friends. Please note that all Exhibitors will receive 10 complimentary tickets per company.  If you would like to order more than the 10 tickets provided, contact michelled@mpeshows.com or purchase on-site at the Show Office.

    SOCIAL MEDIA
    #LetsGetSocial

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

    Facebook icon   Instagram icon

    Hashtags: #TacomaHomeShow #TacomaHomeGardenShow


    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 2024.

    Click Here for the 2024 Social Media Marketing Kit

    Hotel Recommendations

    Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

    1515 Commerce Street 
    Tacoma, WA 98402
    253-591-9100

    Marriott Tacoma Downtown

    1538 Commerce Street
    Tacoma, WA 98402
    253-294-9200

    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma

    1425 E 27th Street
    Tacoma, WA 98421
    253-383-0146

    Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Tacoma
    walking distance to the Tacoma Dome

    2611 E E Street
    Tacoma, WA 98421
    253-272-7737

    Questions? Click here!

    or contact:

    Jeff Swenson, Show Manager
    JeffS@mpeshows.com 
    206.569.4656

     

    Greenane Davison, Exhibit Sales Consultant
    GreenaneD@mpeshows.com  
    206.620.0660

     

    Michelle Derbes, Show Coordinator
    MichelleD@mpeshows.com 
    206.620.0938