Gift and Gourmet Trade Shows
03/02/10 10:45
Gourmet Trade Shows
Coffee Fest New York/New Jersey March 5-7, 2010 Meadowlands, New Jersey
Virginia Food and Beverage Expo - Tradition of Taste
March 24
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Richmond, VA
SCAA's 22nd Annual Conference & Exposition April 14-18, 2010 Anaheim, California
Taste! Gourmet Trade Show & Expo
May 14 - 15, 2010
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Myrtle Beach, SC
Coffee Fest Minneapolis June 4-6, 2010 Minneapolis, Minnesota
World Tea Expo
June 11 - 13, 2010
Las Vegas Convention Center
Summer Fancy Food Show
June 27 - 29, 2010
Javits Center, New York City
Canadian Coffee & Tea Show September 26-27, 2010 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Coffee Fest Seattle October 29-31, 2010 Seattle, Washington
12th Americas Food & Beverage Show
November 3 - 9
Miami Beach Convention Center
Miami Beach, FL
GIFT TRADE SHOWS
FEBRUARY
February 1 - 5, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Las Vegas Market
World Market Center
(888) 962-7469
www.lasvegasmarket.com
February 4 - 6, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Salt Lake Gift Show
South Towne Exposition Ctr.,
(801) 782-7771
www.saltlakegiftshow.com
February 6 - 10, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
San Francisco Intl. Gift Fair
Moscone Ctr.
888Brannan (678) 285-3976
www.sfigf.com
February 6 - 8, 2010
OAKS, PA
The Market Place
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Ctr. Oaks
PA
(678) 285-3976
February 6 - 8, 2010
BILOXI, MS
Biloxi Mississippi Wholesale Gift Show
Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum and Convention Center
(800) 951-1994
www.wmigiftshows.com
February 6 - 8, 2010
MEMPHIS, TN
Memphis Gift and Jewelry Show
Memphis Cook Convention Ctr.
(630) 241-9865
www.gift2jewelry.com
February 6 - 7, 2010
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Market Square's Grass Roots Show - Buyers Cash and Carry Show
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Ctr., Oaks, PA
(717) 796-2377
www.marketsquareshows.com
February 6 - 8, 2010
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Oklahoma City Gift Show
Cox Business Services Convention Ctr.
(800) 951-1994
www.wmigiftshows.com
February 14 - 17, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Off-Price Specialist Show
Sands Expo and Convention Ctr.
(702) 414-1000
www.offpriceshow.com
February 14 - 17, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Toy Show
230 Fifth Ave.
(800) 698-5617
www.230FifthAve.com
February 18 - 21, 2010
CHICAGO, IL
TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories (JF&A) Show
Donald E. Stevens Convention Ctr., Rosemont, IL
(800) 323-5462
www.transworldexhibits.com
February 21 - 23, 2010
ROCHESTER, NY
Western New York Gift Show
Monroeville Convention Ctr., Monroe, NY
(585) 254-2580
www.pittsburghgiftshow.com
February 21 - 23, 2010
LANSING, MI
Lansing Gift Show
Lansing Center
(231) 526-1270
www.lansinggiftshow.com
February 21 - 23, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
February 22 - 24, 2010
VERONA, NY
Upstate NY Gift Expo
Turning Stone Resort and Casino
(315) 738-4342
www.upstatenygiftexpo.com
February 23 - 24, 2010
BALTIMORE, MD
ACC Crafts Show
Baltimore Convention Ctr.
(800) 836-3470
www.craftcouncil.org
February 25 - March 2, 2010
DENVER, CO
Denver Gift, Jewelry and Resort: Permanent showrooms
Denver Merchandise Mart
(800) 289-6278
www.denvermart.com
February 27 - March 1, 2010
PORTLAND, OR
Portland Gift and Accessories Show
Oregon Convention Ctr.
(800) 346-1212
www.portlandgift.com
February 27 - March 2, 2010
DENVER, CO
Denver Gift Jewelry and Resort Show: temporaries
Denver Merchandise Mart
(800) 289-6278
www.denvermart.com
February 27 - March 1, 2010
PITTSBURGH, PA
Pittsburgh Gift Show
ExpoMart, Monroeville, PA
(585) 254-2580
www.pittsburghgiftshow.com
February 28 - March 1, 2010
LOUISVILLE, KY
Louisville Gift Show
Paroquet Springs Conference Centre, Shepherdsville, KY
(513) 861-1139
www.louisvillegiftshow.com
February 28 - March 3, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
ASD/AMD Variety Merchandise Show, Jewelry Show and Gift Expo
Las Vegas Convention Ctr.; Sands Expo Ctr., Mirage Ctr.
(800) 421-4511
www.asdamd.com
MARCH
March 5 - 9, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Minneapolis Gift, Home and Accessory Show with Temps
Gift Mart, Minnetonka, MN
(800) 626-1298
www.mplsgiftmart.com
March 5 - 7, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Natl. Fiery Foods Show
Sandia Resort and Casino.
(505) 873-8680
www.fiery-foods.com
March 6 - 8, 2010
SEVIERVILLE, TN
Gatlinburg Apparel and Jewelry Mkt. - Norton's Gatlinburg Gift and Variety Show
Sevierville Events Ctr.
(865) 436-6151
www.nortonshows.com
March 7 - 9, 2010
BOSTON, MA
Spring Preview
Northeast Market Center, Billerica, MA
(800) 435-2775
www.thegiftcenter.com
March 10 - 12, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
GlobalShop
Sands Expo at the Venetian
(800) 933-8735
www.globalshop.org
March 11 - 14, 2010
DALLAS, TX
KidsWorld - Dallas Total Home and Gift Mkt.
Dallas Mkt. Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
March 12 - 14, 2010
SOMERSET, NJ
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Garden State Exhibit Ctr.
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
March 13 - 14, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Contemporary Crafts Mkt.
Fort Mason Pavilions
(808) 422-7362
www.craftsource.org
March 13 - 15, 2010
PORTLAND, ME
New England Products Trade Show
Portland Sports Center
(800) 638-6787
www.nepts.com
March 13 - 15, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart)
(704) 365-4152
www.charlottegiftshow.com
March 14 - 16, 2010
LOS ANGELES, CA
Spring Gift and Home Furnishings Mkt.
L.A. Mart
(800) LA-MART-4
www.lamart.com
March 14 - 15, 2010
LINCOLN, RI
Cape Cod/New England Gift Show
Twin River Casino and Resort
(239)-495-7344
www.capecodnewenglandgiftshow.com
March 14 - 16, 2010
CHICAGO, IL
Intl. Home and Housewares Show
McCormick Place
(847) 292-4200
www.housewares.org
March 19 - 22, 2010
KANSAS CITY, KS
Kansas City Gift Mkt.
Gift Mart, Overland Park, KS
(800) 950-MART
www.kcgiftmart.com
March 19 - 21, 2010
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Greater Philadelphia Exo Ctr., Oaks, PA
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
March 19 - 21, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshow.com
March 19 - 22, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show Temps
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
March 19 - 23, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
March 19, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
The Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Mkt.
Aladdin Shrine Complex
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
March 20 - 22, 2010
ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta Spring Gift, Accessories and Holiday Mkt. - Atlanta Fine Linen and Home Textiles Mkt.
AmericasMart
(800) ATL-MART
www.americasmart.com
March 20, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Offinger's Handcrafted Marketplace
Veterans Memorial Building
(740) 452-4541
www.offingershandcrafted.com
March 21 - 23, 2010
CHICAGO, IL
The Chicago Mkt.: Living and Giving
Chicago Merchandise Mart
(312) 527-7560
www.shopchicagomarket.com
March 21 - 24, 2010
BOSTON, MA
Boston Gift Show
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
(678) 285-3976
www.bostongiftshow.com
March 25 - 27, 2010
ORLANDO, FL
Global Pet Expo
Orange County Convention Ctr.
(800) 452-1225
www.globalpetexpo.org
March 26 - 28, 2010
HARTFORD, CT
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Connecticut Expo Center
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
March 26 - 27, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Memories Expo Ohio
Ohio Expo Center
(888) 878-8728
www.memoriesexpo.com
March 30 - 31, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Rocky Mountain Gift Show
Salt Palace.
(800) 441-7889
www.rockymtngiftshow.com
APRIL
April 1, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
Freeman Coliseum
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshow.com
April 9 - 11, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg, MD
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
April 16 - 18, 2010
TIMONIUM, MD
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, MD
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
April 17 - 19, 2010
PETROSKY, MI
Gift, Gourmet and Souvenir Show
North Central Michigan College
(800) 482-1333
www.petoskeygiftshow.com
April 17 - 22, 2010
HIGH POINT, NC
High Point Mkt.
I.H.F.C. showrooms
(336) 888-3700
www.ihfc.com
April 17 - 22, 2010
HIGH POINT, NC
High Point Mkt.
Market Square Plaza Suites
(336) 821-1500
www.merchandisemart.com
April 17 - 19, 2010
HONOLULU, HI
Hawaii Market Merchandise Expo
Blaisdell Exhibition Ctr.
(800) 525-5275
www.douglastradeshows.com
April 17 - 22, 2010
HIGH POINT, NC
High Point Mkt.
Showplace LLC
(336) 886-4100
www.highpointmarket.org
April 17 - 19, 2010
AUSTIN, TX
MSA Conference and Expo
Austin Convention Center
(303) 504-9223
www.museumdistrict.com
April 18 - 20, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Market Days
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
April 18 - 20, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Minneapolis Gift, Home and Accessory Show
Gift Mart, Minnetonka, MN
(800) 626-1298
www.mplsgiftmart.com
April 18 - 20, 2010
HARBOR SPRINGS, MI
Northern Michigan Gift and Souvenir Show
Boyne Highlands Golf and Ski Resort
(231)-526-1270
www.nmgiftshow.com
April 21, 2010
GETTYSBURG, PA
Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Mkt.
Eisenhower Inn Allstar Complex
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
April 24 - 26, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
Charlotte Merchandise Mart
(704) 377-5881
www.charlottegiftshow.com
April 25, 2010
MARLBOROUGH, MA
Buyers Cash and Carry Show New England
Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Ctr.
(717) 796-2377
www.marketsquareshows.com
MAY
May 1 - 4, 2010
SEATTLE, WA
Spring Home Decor and Gift Show
Pacific Market Ctr.
(800) 433-1014
www.pacificmarketcenter.com
May 2 - 4, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Off-Price New York
Gotham Hall
(702) 414-1000
www.offpriceshow.com
May 3 - 4, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Spring Mini-Market
888 Brannan
(415) 861-7733
www.888brannan.com
May 4 - 6, 2010
ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta Spring Immediate Delivery Show
AmericasMart
(800) ATL-MART
www.americasmart.com
May 11, 2010
FORT WAYNE, IN
Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Market
Allen County Memorial Coliseum
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
May 12 - 14, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Lightfair Intl.
Las Vegas Convention Center
(404) 220-2132
www.lightfair.com
May 13, 2010
MEDINA, OH
Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Market
Medina County Community Center
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
May 15 - 18, 2010
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Intl. Jewelry Fair/General Merchandise Show
Ernest N. Morial Convention Ctr.
(800) 541-8171
www.gift2jewelry.com
May 16 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Natl. Stationery Show
Jacob K. Javits Convention Centerwww.nationalstationeryshow.com
May 16 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
The New York Stationery Week
7 West 34th St.
(212) 279-6063
www.7wnewyork.com
May 16 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Stationery Show - BookExpo America (BEA)
230 Fifth Ave.
(800) 698-5617
www.230FifthAve.com
May 18 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
The Supply Side
Jacob K. Javits Convention Centerwww.thesupplyside.com
May 21 - 23, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Spring Sample Sale
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
May 22 - 24, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
GTS Charlotte Boutique Expo
MetroLina Expo Osceola Heritage Park Exhibition Hall Complex
(770) 410-9771
www.gtshows.com
JUNE
June 3 - 4, 2010
JACKSON, MS
The Mississippi Wholesale Show
Mississippi Trademart,
(888) 886-3323
www.mississippimarket.org
June 4 - 8, 2010
KANSAS CITY, KS
Kansas City Gift Mkt.
Gift Mart, Overland Park, KS
(800) 950-MART
www.kcgiftmart.com
June 5 - 7, 2010
SEVIERVILLE, TN
Gatlinburg Apparel and Jewelry Mkt.
Norton's Gatlinburg Gift and Variety Show
5-7Sevierville Events Ctr.
(865) 436-6151
June 5 - 7, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
American Craft Retailers Expo (ACRE)
Las Vegas Convention Center
(888) 427-2381
www.acrelasvegas.com
June 6 - 8, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Minneapolis Gift, Home and Accessory Show
Gift Mart, Minnetonka, MN
(800) 626-1298
www.mplsmart.com
June 6 - 8, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Niche: The Show
Bally's Hotel and Casino
(800) 432-7238
www.americancraft.com
June 7 - 9, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
7W New York Summer Sample Sale
7 West 34th St.
(212) 279-6063
www.7wnewyork.com
June 10 - 11, 2010
LOS ANGELES, CA
Gift Sample Sale
L.A. Mart
(800) LA-MART-4
www.lamart.com
June 11 - 13, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshow.com
June 11 - 13, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
World Tea Expo
Las Vegas Convention Center
(702) 253-1893
www.worldteaexpo.com
June 11 - 13, 2010
SANTA MONICA, CA
Contemporary Crafts Mkt.
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium
(808) 422-7362
www.craftsource.org
June 13 - 16, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Gift and Home at World Market Center
World Market Center
(888) 962-7469
www.lasvegasmarket.com
June 13 - 16, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Las Vegas Kids at World Market Center
World Market Center
(888) 962-7469
www.lasvegasmarket.com
June 23 - 29, 2010
DALLAS, TX
Total Home and Gift Market
Dallas Market Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
June 23 - 29, 2010
DALLAS, TX
Holiday and Home Expo
Dallas Market Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
June 25 - 28, 2010
DALLAS, TX
F!NDS Dallas Temp Show
Dallas Market Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
June 26 - 29, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
June 26 - 28, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart)
(704) 377-5881
www.charlottegiftshow.com
June 27 - July 1, 2010
BOSTON, MA
Summer Holiday Show
Northeast Market Center, Billerica, MA
(800) 435-2775
www.thegiftcenter.com
June 27 - 28, 2010
MADISON, WI
Market Square Midwest - The Buyers Cash and Carry Show Madison
Alliant Energy Ctr.
(717) 796-2377
www.marketsquareshows.com
June 27 - 29, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
NASFT Fancy Food Show
Javits Convention Ctr.
(212) 482-6440
www.fancyfoodshows.com
June 27 - 29, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
Charlotte Merchandise Mart
(704) 377-5881
www.charlottegiftshow.com
AUGUST
August 7 - 9, 2010
GREENSBORO, NC
GTS Greensboro Jewelry Expo
Greensboro Coliseum Complex
(770) 410-9771
www.gtshows.com
SEPTEMBER
September 10 - 12, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshows.com
OCTOBER
October 29 - 31, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
GTS Charlotte Boutique Expo
MetroLina Expo Osceola Heritage Park Exhibition Hall Complex
(770) 410-9771
www.gtshows.com
NOVEMBER
November 12 - 13, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshows.com
Coffee Fest New York/New Jersey March 5-7, 2010 Meadowlands, New Jersey
Virginia Food and Beverage Expo - Tradition of Taste
March 24
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Richmond, VA
SCAA's 22nd Annual Conference & Exposition April 14-18, 2010 Anaheim, California
Taste! Gourmet Trade Show & Expo
May 14 - 15, 2010
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Myrtle Beach, SC
Coffee Fest Minneapolis June 4-6, 2010 Minneapolis, Minnesota
World Tea Expo
June 11 - 13, 2010
Las Vegas Convention Center
Summer Fancy Food Show
June 27 - 29, 2010
Javits Center, New York City
Canadian Coffee & Tea Show September 26-27, 2010 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Coffee Fest Seattle October 29-31, 2010 Seattle, Washington
12th Americas Food & Beverage Show
November 3 - 9
Miami Beach Convention Center
Miami Beach, FL
GIFT TRADE SHOWS
FEBRUARY
February 1 - 5, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Las Vegas Market
World Market Center
(888) 962-7469
www.lasvegasmarket.com
February 4 - 6, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Salt Lake Gift Show
South Towne Exposition Ctr.,
(801) 782-7771
www.saltlakegiftshow.com
February 6 - 10, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
San Francisco Intl. Gift Fair
Moscone Ctr.
888Brannan (678) 285-3976
www.sfigf.com
February 6 - 8, 2010
OAKS, PA
The Market Place
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Ctr. Oaks
PA
(678) 285-3976
February 6 - 8, 2010
BILOXI, MS
Biloxi Mississippi Wholesale Gift Show
Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum and Convention Center
(800) 951-1994
www.wmigiftshows.com
February 6 - 8, 2010
MEMPHIS, TN
Memphis Gift and Jewelry Show
Memphis Cook Convention Ctr.
(630) 241-9865
www.gift2jewelry.com
February 6 - 7, 2010
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Market Square's Grass Roots Show - Buyers Cash and Carry Show
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Ctr., Oaks, PA
(717) 796-2377
www.marketsquareshows.com
February 6 - 8, 2010
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Oklahoma City Gift Show
Cox Business Services Convention Ctr.
(800) 951-1994
www.wmigiftshows.com
February 14 - 17, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Off-Price Specialist Show
Sands Expo and Convention Ctr.
(702) 414-1000
www.offpriceshow.com
February 14 - 17, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Toy Show
230 Fifth Ave.
(800) 698-5617
www.230FifthAve.com
February 18 - 21, 2010
CHICAGO, IL
TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories (JF&A) Show
Donald E. Stevens Convention Ctr., Rosemont, IL
(800) 323-5462
www.transworldexhibits.com
February 21 - 23, 2010
ROCHESTER, NY
Western New York Gift Show
Monroeville Convention Ctr., Monroe, NY
(585) 254-2580
www.pittsburghgiftshow.com
February 21 - 23, 2010
LANSING, MI
Lansing Gift Show
Lansing Center
(231) 526-1270
www.lansinggiftshow.com
February 21 - 23, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
February 22 - 24, 2010
VERONA, NY
Upstate NY Gift Expo
Turning Stone Resort and Casino
(315) 738-4342
www.upstatenygiftexpo.com
February 23 - 24, 2010
BALTIMORE, MD
ACC Crafts Show
Baltimore Convention Ctr.
(800) 836-3470
www.craftcouncil.org
February 25 - March 2, 2010
DENVER, CO
Denver Gift, Jewelry and Resort: Permanent showrooms
Denver Merchandise Mart
(800) 289-6278
www.denvermart.com
February 27 - March 1, 2010
PORTLAND, OR
Portland Gift and Accessories Show
Oregon Convention Ctr.
(800) 346-1212
www.portlandgift.com
February 27 - March 2, 2010
DENVER, CO
Denver Gift Jewelry and Resort Show: temporaries
Denver Merchandise Mart
(800) 289-6278
www.denvermart.com
February 27 - March 1, 2010
PITTSBURGH, PA
Pittsburgh Gift Show
ExpoMart, Monroeville, PA
(585) 254-2580
www.pittsburghgiftshow.com
February 28 - March 1, 2010
LOUISVILLE, KY
Louisville Gift Show
Paroquet Springs Conference Centre, Shepherdsville, KY
(513) 861-1139
www.louisvillegiftshow.com
February 28 - March 3, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
ASD/AMD Variety Merchandise Show, Jewelry Show and Gift Expo
Las Vegas Convention Ctr.; Sands Expo Ctr., Mirage Ctr.
(800) 421-4511
www.asdamd.com
MARCH
March 5 - 9, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Minneapolis Gift, Home and Accessory Show with Temps
Gift Mart, Minnetonka, MN
(800) 626-1298
www.mplsgiftmart.com
March 5 - 7, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Natl. Fiery Foods Show
Sandia Resort and Casino.
(505) 873-8680
www.fiery-foods.com
March 6 - 8, 2010
SEVIERVILLE, TN
Gatlinburg Apparel and Jewelry Mkt. - Norton's Gatlinburg Gift and Variety Show
Sevierville Events Ctr.
(865) 436-6151
www.nortonshows.com
March 7 - 9, 2010
BOSTON, MA
Spring Preview
Northeast Market Center, Billerica, MA
(800) 435-2775
www.thegiftcenter.com
March 10 - 12, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
GlobalShop
Sands Expo at the Venetian
(800) 933-8735
www.globalshop.org
March 11 - 14, 2010
DALLAS, TX
KidsWorld - Dallas Total Home and Gift Mkt.
Dallas Mkt. Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
March 12 - 14, 2010
SOMERSET, NJ
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Garden State Exhibit Ctr.
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
March 13 - 14, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Contemporary Crafts Mkt.
Fort Mason Pavilions
(808) 422-7362
www.craftsource.org
March 13 - 15, 2010
PORTLAND, ME
New England Products Trade Show
Portland Sports Center
(800) 638-6787
www.nepts.com
March 13 - 15, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart)
(704) 365-4152
www.charlottegiftshow.com
March 14 - 16, 2010
LOS ANGELES, CA
Spring Gift and Home Furnishings Mkt.
L.A. Mart
(800) LA-MART-4
www.lamart.com
March 14 - 15, 2010
LINCOLN, RI
Cape Cod/New England Gift Show
Twin River Casino and Resort
(239)-495-7344
www.capecodnewenglandgiftshow.com
March 14 - 16, 2010
CHICAGO, IL
Intl. Home and Housewares Show
McCormick Place
(847) 292-4200
www.housewares.org
March 19 - 22, 2010
KANSAS CITY, KS
Kansas City Gift Mkt.
Gift Mart, Overland Park, KS
(800) 950-MART
www.kcgiftmart.com
March 19 - 21, 2010
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Greater Philadelphia Exo Ctr., Oaks, PA
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
March 19 - 21, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshow.com
March 19 - 22, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show Temps
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
March 19 - 23, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
March 19, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
The Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Mkt.
Aladdin Shrine Complex
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
March 20 - 22, 2010
ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta Spring Gift, Accessories and Holiday Mkt. - Atlanta Fine Linen and Home Textiles Mkt.
AmericasMart
(800) ATL-MART
www.americasmart.com
March 20, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Offinger's Handcrafted Marketplace
Veterans Memorial Building
(740) 452-4541
www.offingershandcrafted.com
March 21 - 23, 2010
CHICAGO, IL
The Chicago Mkt.: Living and Giving
Chicago Merchandise Mart
(312) 527-7560
www.shopchicagomarket.com
March 21 - 24, 2010
BOSTON, MA
Boston Gift Show
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
(678) 285-3976
www.bostongiftshow.com
March 25 - 27, 2010
ORLANDO, FL
Global Pet Expo
Orange County Convention Ctr.
(800) 452-1225
www.globalpetexpo.org
March 26 - 28, 2010
HARTFORD, CT
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Connecticut Expo Center
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
March 26 - 27, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Memories Expo Ohio
Ohio Expo Center
(888) 878-8728
www.memoriesexpo.com
March 30 - 31, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Rocky Mountain Gift Show
Salt Palace.
(800) 441-7889
www.rockymtngiftshow.com
APRIL
April 1, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
Freeman Coliseum
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshow.com
April 9 - 11, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg, MD
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
April 16 - 18, 2010
TIMONIUM, MD
Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, MD
(800) 210-9900
www.sugarloafcrafts.com
April 17 - 19, 2010
PETROSKY, MI
Gift, Gourmet and Souvenir Show
North Central Michigan College
(800) 482-1333
www.petoskeygiftshow.com
April 17 - 22, 2010
HIGH POINT, NC
High Point Mkt.
I.H.F.C. showrooms
(336) 888-3700
www.ihfc.com
April 17 - 22, 2010
HIGH POINT, NC
High Point Mkt.
Market Square Plaza Suites
(336) 821-1500
www.merchandisemart.com
April 17 - 19, 2010
HONOLULU, HI
Hawaii Market Merchandise Expo
Blaisdell Exhibition Ctr.
(800) 525-5275
www.douglastradeshows.com
April 17 - 22, 2010
HIGH POINT, NC
High Point Mkt.
Showplace LLC
(336) 886-4100
www.highpointmarket.org
April 17 - 19, 2010
AUSTIN, TX
MSA Conference and Expo
Austin Convention Center
(303) 504-9223
www.museumdistrict.com
April 18 - 20, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Market Days
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
April 18 - 20, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Minneapolis Gift, Home and Accessory Show
Gift Mart, Minnetonka, MN
(800) 626-1298
www.mplsgiftmart.com
April 18 - 20, 2010
HARBOR SPRINGS, MI
Northern Michigan Gift and Souvenir Show
Boyne Highlands Golf and Ski Resort
(231)-526-1270
www.nmgiftshow.com
April 21, 2010
GETTYSBURG, PA
Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Mkt.
Eisenhower Inn Allstar Complex
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
April 24 - 26, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
Charlotte Merchandise Mart
(704) 377-5881
www.charlottegiftshow.com
April 25, 2010
MARLBOROUGH, MA
Buyers Cash and Carry Show New England
Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Ctr.
(717) 796-2377
www.marketsquareshows.com
MAY
May 1 - 4, 2010
SEATTLE, WA
Spring Home Decor and Gift Show
Pacific Market Ctr.
(800) 433-1014
www.pacificmarketcenter.com
May 2 - 4, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Off-Price New York
Gotham Hall
(702) 414-1000
www.offpriceshow.com
May 3 - 4, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Spring Mini-Market
888 Brannan
(415) 861-7733
www.888brannan.com
May 4 - 6, 2010
ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta Spring Immediate Delivery Show
AmericasMart
(800) ATL-MART
www.americasmart.com
May 11, 2010
FORT WAYNE, IN
Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Market
Allen County Memorial Coliseum
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
May 12 - 14, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Lightfair Intl.
Las Vegas Convention Center
(404) 220-2132
www.lightfair.com
May 13, 2010
MEDINA, OH
Heritage Cash and Carry Wholesale Market
Medina County Community Center
(717) 249-9404
www.heritagemarkets.com
May 15 - 18, 2010
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Intl. Jewelry Fair/General Merchandise Show
Ernest N. Morial Convention Ctr.
(800) 541-8171
www.gift2jewelry.com
May 16 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Natl. Stationery Show
Jacob K. Javits Convention Centerwww.nationalstationeryshow.com
May 16 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
The New York Stationery Week
7 West 34th St.
(212) 279-6063
www.7wnewyork.com
May 16 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
Stationery Show - BookExpo America (BEA)
230 Fifth Ave.
(800) 698-5617
www.230FifthAve.com
May 18 - 19, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
The Supply Side
Jacob K. Javits Convention Centerwww.thesupplyside.com
May 21 - 23, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Spring Sample Sale
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
May 22 - 24, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
GTS Charlotte Boutique Expo
MetroLina Expo Osceola Heritage Park Exhibition Hall Complex
(770) 410-9771
www.gtshows.com
JUNE
June 3 - 4, 2010
JACKSON, MS
The Mississippi Wholesale Show
Mississippi Trademart,
(888) 886-3323
www.mississippimarket.org
June 4 - 8, 2010
KANSAS CITY, KS
Kansas City Gift Mkt.
Gift Mart, Overland Park, KS
(800) 950-MART
www.kcgiftmart.com
June 5 - 7, 2010
SEVIERVILLE, TN
Gatlinburg Apparel and Jewelry Mkt.
Norton's Gatlinburg Gift and Variety Show
5-7Sevierville Events Ctr.
(865) 436-6151
June 5 - 7, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
American Craft Retailers Expo (ACRE)
Las Vegas Convention Center
(888) 427-2381
www.acrelasvegas.com
June 6 - 8, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Minneapolis Gift, Home and Accessory Show
Gift Mart, Minnetonka, MN
(800) 626-1298
www.mplsmart.com
June 6 - 8, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Niche: The Show
Bally's Hotel and Casino
(800) 432-7238
www.americancraft.com
June 7 - 9, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
7W New York Summer Sample Sale
7 West 34th St.
(212) 279-6063
www.7wnewyork.com
June 10 - 11, 2010
LOS ANGELES, CA
Gift Sample Sale
L.A. Mart
(800) LA-MART-4
www.lamart.com
June 11 - 13, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshow.com
June 11 - 13, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
World Tea Expo
Las Vegas Convention Center
(702) 253-1893
www.worldteaexpo.com
June 11 - 13, 2010
SANTA MONICA, CA
Contemporary Crafts Mkt.
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium
(808) 422-7362
www.craftsource.org
June 13 - 16, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Gift and Home at World Market Center
World Market Center
(888) 962-7469
www.lasvegasmarket.com
June 13 - 16, 2010
LAS VEGAS, NV
Las Vegas Kids at World Market Center
World Market Center
(888) 962-7469
www.lasvegasmarket.com
June 23 - 29, 2010
DALLAS, TX
Total Home and Gift Market
Dallas Market Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
June 23 - 29, 2010
DALLAS, TX
Holiday and Home Expo
Dallas Market Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
June 25 - 28, 2010
DALLAS, TX
F!NDS Dallas Temp Show
Dallas Market Ctr.
(800) DAL-MKTS
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
June 26 - 29, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH
Columbus MarketPlace Show
Columbus MarketPlace
(800) 686-MART
www.thecolumbusmarketplace.com
June 26 - 28, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart)
(704) 377-5881
www.charlottegiftshow.com
June 27 - July 1, 2010
BOSTON, MA
Summer Holiday Show
Northeast Market Center, Billerica, MA
(800) 435-2775
www.thegiftcenter.com
June 27 - 28, 2010
MADISON, WI
Market Square Midwest - The Buyers Cash and Carry Show Madison
Alliant Energy Ctr.
(717) 796-2377
www.marketsquareshows.com
June 27 - 29, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
NASFT Fancy Food Show
Javits Convention Ctr.
(212) 482-6440
www.fancyfoodshows.com
June 27 - 29, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
Charlotte Gift Show
Charlotte Merchandise Mart
(704) 377-5881
www.charlottegiftshow.com
AUGUST
August 7 - 9, 2010
GREENSBORO, NC
GTS Greensboro Jewelry Expo
Greensboro Coliseum Complex
(770) 410-9771
www.gtshows.com
SEPTEMBER
September 10 - 12, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshows.com
OCTOBER
October 29 - 31, 2010
CHARLOTTE, NC
GTS Charlotte Boutique Expo
MetroLina Expo Osceola Heritage Park Exhibition Hall Complex
(770) 410-9771
www.gtshows.com
NOVEMBER
November 12 - 13, 2010
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Southwest's Premier Marketplace
San Antonio Events Center
(512) 261-4223
www.parkertradeshows.com
2010 Trade Show Calendar
03/02/10 10:43 Filed in: In the News
The comprehensive trade show calendar for 2010 has been posted on the blog, and also at www.gbreview.com. If you would like us to add another show, please e-mail me at: dpaulk@mac.com.
Recommended Reading
03/02/10 10:38 Filed in: New from Gift Basket Review
Two articles have been posted for GBR Online members, along with a motivating letter from the editor. Enjoy these, along with more gift basket designs from James Hartier, Twisted Basket. If you’re not a member, you’re missing a boat load of helpful articles, business tools, and design ideas.
Repetition Helps Us Remember Marketing Message
How many times do people need to hear your marketing message before they even call your company? Experts say about 27 times. But there are ways to maximize the message and shorten the repetition cycle.
Ten Ways To Market Your Business With Gift Certificates
Selling gift certificates is a familiar concept, and one that your business can take full advantage of to make money on -- even without a customer ever walking into your business.
For membership info, go to: www.festivities-pub.com; or www.gbreview.com
Repetition Helps Us Remember Marketing Message
How many times do people need to hear your marketing message before they even call your company? Experts say about 27 times. But there are ways to maximize the message and shorten the repetition cycle.
Ten Ways To Market Your Business With Gift Certificates
Selling gift certificates is a familiar concept, and one that your business can take full advantage of to make money on -- even without a customer ever walking into your business.
For membership info, go to: www.festivities-pub.com; or www.gbreview.com