Exhibitor FAQs
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Thank you for your interest in WineVit® 2024, formerly known as the Washington Winegrowers Convention & Trade Show. Holding an in-person event in 2024 poses unique challenges that require a need for flexibility due to the changing operating environment resulting from COVID-19. Winegrowers appreciates your flexibility, understanding, and patience.
Trade Show Hours
Tuesday - 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Trade Show Social 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday - 10:45 am - 4:00 pm
How do you select a booth?
2024 booths will be purchased based on color and numbers (see trade show map). Booth spaces are reserved on a first-come first-served basis. Placement of booth is subject to change if the county and state rules require additional spacing based on the phase of Benton County. The exact placement of booths will be determined by Winegrowers staff. Your location preferences will be taken into account, but ultimate placement will be determined by Winegrowers staff.
Has anything changed in the floorplan for 2024?
The floorplan is very similar to 2023 with additional booths added that were previously withheld. All displays must allow for all of your booth staff to be within your space without needing to be in the aisles.
What is the food situation?
Boxed lunches on Tuesday and Wednesday are provided to all indoor and outdoor exhibitor staff on the trade show floor. All exhibitors must show a valid badge.
When is Booth Setup on Monday?
Setup will happen on Monday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Check-in at the Trade Show Concierge at the back loading dock during that time to pick up your exhibitor badges.
Where do I pick up Exhibitor Name Badges?
Monday: Exhibitor badges will be picked up at the loading dock.
Tuesday: Exhibitor badges will be picked up from 7:00 -8:30 AM at the loading dock. After 8:30 all badges will be picked up at Registration in room AB.
Common Shipping Carriers
Exhibitors may consider using one of the below common carriers to transport their booth supplies.
Vintners Logistics: 509-783-5544
YRC Freight: 509-545-8867
Indoor Booth Specifications
8’deep x10’ wide space
8’ high backdrop
3’ high side rails
44”x7” identification sign
6' skirted table and two chairs
One 5 amp/110v standard electrical outlet
Outdoor Booth Specifications
10’ deep x 12’ wide space
No equipment including tables or chairs provided
Outdoors in the elements
No refunds due to weather
Can I cancel after purchase?
If booth spaces must be rescinded by Winegrowers, it will be based on purchase date and sponsorship. Winegrowers does not offer ANY refunds after 10/31/2023. If you would like to protect your purchase, we highly suggest purchasing event insurance at the time you purchase your booth or through other means. No refunds for any reason will be provided by Winegrowers after 11/1/2023.
Event Insurance Information
If you purchase Event Insurance, that information will come to you via a separate email from the third-party insurance provider, Allianz Global Assistance.
If you need your Booking/Transaction ID, please email us.
If you need to file a claim, CLICK HERE.
How many staff is our booth allowed?
Each booth will come with two exhibitor badges. Additional badges can be purchased for $40 a day per person. Email Us the names, city, and state for each person that will be staffing your booth.
How do I get my information into the WineVit® general program?
The program will be entirely digital. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to update their own information and profile on the app once it goes live.
When is Booth Setup on Tuesday?
Doors will open to Exhibitors to finalize their booth preparations at 6:00AM on Tuesday (only hand carried items may be transported on Tuesday morning) All booth spaces must be setup by 9:00 AM.
Unattended Booths
Booths must be attended at all times during open hours. Booths left unattended for more than 60 minutes are considered “abandoned” and may be resold at the discretion of the Association.
Advanced Booth Shipments
Reach out to Trade Show Supply House for advance booth shipments, assistance with labor aor additional booth supplies ASAP. Plans MUST be made before WineVit® load-in begins.
Trade Show Colors
Back wall: Black
Side rails: Black
Skirted Table: Black
Floor is Carpeted
End Caps & Side Walls
Exhibitors are not allowed to block visibility to booths in front of, behind or near theirs.
WWIF Party + Auction Tickets & Donations
Tickets are available online for the Party + Auction. If you would like to make a donation email Jenn.
WineVit® Sessions
Registration for sessions requires additional registration as an attendee.
Can I purchase multiple booths?
Yes, if there is availability you are welcome to purchase as many booth spaces as you would like.
Where are the wine bars located?
We heard your suggestions that wine bars be spaced throughout the trade show floor. This year, wine bars will be in the back two corners of the room. Food locations should be comparable to previous years.
Are there outdoor spaces?
There are ample opportunities for outdoor spaces. However, the weather in February can be temperamental. If you are going to be outside, please note that the space is completely stand-alone. You will need to provide your own table, chairs, etc. If you choose to have a tent, each leg of the tent must be weighed down by sandbags, water jugs, or cement blocks. Please note that the Tri-Cities is very windy and any loose papers or tents will fly away.
Late Setup/Early Tear Down
A $250 fine will be assigned for late set up or early tear-down and you will be removed from the seniority list for 2024. Set up after 9:30 AM on Tuesday or tear-down before 4:00 PM Wednesday is prohibited. Setting up a booth late or tearing down early disrupts the consistency of the show and detracts from neighboring booths, and does not comply with fire marshal rules.
Booth Tear Down
All items must be removed from the show floor between 4:00 - 8:00 PM on Wednesday. If you have an issue with removing your items by Wednesday night, contact Bryan Brammer at Trade Show Supply House. Plans must be made BEFORE WineVit® begins.
Decorator Contact
Trade Show Supply House - Bryan Brammer PO Box 1536 Bush Prarie, WA 98606.
Phone: 360-624-4498 | Fax: 360-576-9224
bryan@thedecorator.net
TRADE SHOW SUPPLY HOUSE ORDERS ARE DUE ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 30
General Rules
NO outside food or beverages allowed.
If your product or service necessitates food or alcohol samples, please contact Winegrowers by November 1st. Prior approval is REQUIRED.
Exhibitors are NOT allowed to share or sublet booth space. Note: manufactures’ reps do not constitute booth sharing or subletting.
Bring your own trash receptacle or rent one from TSSH. Exhibitors who bring their own trash receptacles are responsible for emptying themselves or they will be charged.
Do not leave your booth unattended
WiFi Access:
There is complimentary Wi-Fi available in the building. however, it is not the most reliable so please plan accordingly especially during busy times.