 "RaleighFairgrounds_Fall")
Welcome to your 2024 Exhibitor Kit!
The links and info below will help you prepare for a successful event. As always, you can contact your show team for advice and answers to your questions. To get started, review the Exhibitor Manual and then complete any applicable forms and orders prior to their deadlines. Thanks for exhibiting with us and have a great show!
Exhibitor Kit
ALL EXHIBITORS START HERE: Exhibitor Manual
Decorator Service Manual (Pre-Show Discount Order Deadline: Friday, August 23, 2024)
Free Wi-Fi: State Fair Vendor Network Password: T@k3it3@sy#
High Speed Internet: $175 per connection, email erinc@mpeshows.com to order no later than Friday, August 16, 2024 (no orders will be accepted after this date or on-site during move-in, no exceptions)
Electrical: Basic electrical service is complimentary but must be ordered prior to move-in by emailing erinc@mpeshows.com with your booth number, company name, and whether you need basic or advanced electrical (charges apply for advanced electrical). Orders placed on-site are subject to delays in activation.
Water: If you need access to water or a drain for your exhibit space (filling hot tubs, watering plants, etc), please request it in the show office in the Jim Graham building (free of charge) prior to 3pm each day
Parking: Parking is free and unlimited. Trailer parking is available next to the Jim Graham building, down the hill in the flat gravel lot. Gate 5 on Youth Center Drive is the closest gate to our event. Signage will be posted all week to guide exhibitors and attendees through road construction.
Food/Beverage Sales & Sampling: See Exhibitor Manual linked above for details. You must receive approval and submit a COI 30 days prior to show opening.
Hot Tubs & Spas: You must apply for a Wake County “Display Spa at Temporary Event” permit at least 15 calendar days prior to the event. An on-site inspection must be arranged, and exhibitor must be in compliance with current regulations, signage, etc. as set forth by Wake County in order to display hot tubs or spas at the event. Please submit the completed application(s) as a PDF to the following email address: wcpools@wake.gov. For more information, please call Wake County Environmental Services at 919-856-7400.
Insurance: See Exhibitor Manual for details. All exhibitors must submit a Certificate of Insurance prior to move-in. You are not required to use this insurance company; here is a link to an option for affordable coverage, if it's helpful (sold through a third party, MPE is not affiliated and does not profit from the sale of these policies in any way).
Questions? Call or email Erin Calabritto, Show Manager, at (919) 674-0409 or erinc@mpeshows.com for assistance.
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.
For any assistance with your listing, please consult the FAQ section.
We believe this opportunity will greatly benefit your business and we are excited to assist in maximizing your presence at the show.
Learn more about the benefits of creating your enhanced listing.
Go from Basic to Enhanced!
Introducing the QR Code!
The QR Code Program is an innovative way to boost leads generated onsite at the show. It enables show attendees to scan a QR code, which we print and place in front of your booth, to easily view and save your company information. View Video.
Learn More...
SOCIAL MEDIA: WIN LUNCH FOR YOUR TEAM!
Join the fun with our Social Butterfly Contest! Enter to win lunch for your team at the food trucks on Sunday, September 15, 2024 by being a social media superstar! Follow the guidelines below to be considered:
Post about the show early and often in photos, stories, and reels! Tag the show's social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram AND use our official event hashtags! We want to SEE and SHARE your posts with attendees. A winner will be chosen by show management and announced on Saturday, September 14, 2024.
Fall 2024 Official Hashtags: #RaleighHomeShow #FairgroundsIdealHomeShow
Click Here for the Social Media Marketing Kit including promo images you can post!
Click Here to go to our Facebook Event for 2024!*
*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.
![]()
SCAM ALERT FOR EXHIBITORS
SCAM ALERT FOR EXHIBITORS10 Tips for Exhibitor Success
Thank you for reviewing your Exhibitor Kit in full! Watch this quick video for our top ten tips on how to succeed in marketing your business at the home show!
LOCAL PRINTING & BOOTH DISPLAY RESOURCE
Click here for options to help create your booth display and custom printed marketing materials from brochures and business cards to promotional items! Sir Speedy is conveniently located in Raleigh.
- 10'x10' and 10'x20' custom booth display packages to fit your budget (includes a 10% discount)
- Flyers and brochures
- Notepads, pens, tote bags, and more
HOTELS & RV SITES NEARBY
Home2 Suites by Hilton
6825 Chapel Hill Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-863-9330
Click here for courtesy room block, must book by 8/20/2025 to receive group discount. Contact the hotel with questions.
6115 Corporate Ridge Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607
RV campsites at the fairgrounds are also available on a limited basis for a fee through the NC State Fair office.