For a full list of show rules and regulations please read the exhibitor guide: (Coming Soon)
Move In & Out Information
MOVE-IN DAYS AND HOURS
Tuesday January 20, 2026 12:00pm – 5:00pm*
Wednesday January 21, 2026 8:00am – 7:00pm*
Thursday January 22, 2026 8:00am – 8:00pm*
(Map coming soon)
*Exact move-in times will be communicated to exhibitors approximately 3-4 weeks before the show. They are based on the size and location of the booth space. If you have any special requirements for the move-in of your booth, please communicate what they are ASAP to the show team.
As a general rule, vehicles will not be allowed on to the show floor after 12pm on Thursday. This is to allow the decorator to complete their booth set-up.
Exhibitors requiring forklift service should make arrangements with the Show Decorator prior to move in. Call GEMS at 407-438-5002 for verification of the rate for your particular need and any other questions.
If the back-loading dock is full, you will be directed to the marshaling area to stage until room becomes available. Please see the attached map for reference.
Move-in must be completed by 8:00pm on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Make sure to clear all trash, boxes, crates, etc. from the aisles on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
If you need additional time, please make special arrangements with Show Management.
Show Hours
Friday
January 23, 2026
10:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday
January 24, 2026
10:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday
January 25, 2026
11:00am – 5:00pm
*You must man your booth each day from show open to show close. Leaving early is a violation of your signed contract.
Booth Guidelines
MPE provides each inline exhibitor with a back curtain 8 feet in height, two side curtains, each 3 feet in height and an ID sign with company name and booth number. A corner booth has only back drape. An island booth, opens on all sides, does not have any pipe and drape or ID sign.
Inline booth displays, including signage, shall not exceed 8 feet in height. Signs exceeding booth height requirements must be approved by show management or exhibitor may be asked to remove. Your display may be 8 feet high for the width of your back drape (this only applies to inline spaces). On each side you will have a 3 feet high side curtain. For inline spaces, your display may remain 8 feet in height from the back wall, up to 5 feet from the aisle, or ½ the depth of your booth. For the remaining 5 feet, your display must return to the same 3 feet height of the side curtain.
No pop-up tents allowed. All flag banners must meet sight guidelines.
All unfinished portions of displays must be draped or finished to be pleasant to the public view. Show Management may require exhibitors to purchase drape if display is not finished adequately.
8’ high x 10’ wide x 3’ front to back sides
Table Skirting:
It is mandatory that all tables are properly skirted. Skirting must go from the edge of the table to the floor on all four sides. All skirting must be pressed and neat. Use of plastic tablecloths, sheets, shower curtains or any type of “makeshift” tablecloths is not permitted. We strictly enforce this and will skirt all incorrectly skirted tables at the exhibitor’s expense. All inventory and personal items must be stored COMPLETELY OUT OF SIGHT. Your booth should look professional and inviting to the attendee.
Staffing Your Booth:
All exhibitors are expected to be in their booths during all published show hours, as we do receive consumer complaints about un-manned displays. Our visitors pay an entrance fee and expect to be able to do business with our exhibitors at any time during show hours. If you are in violation of this rule, your company may not be permitted to exhibit with us in the future. Working in the aisles or distributing brochures, etc. from any other area other than your booth is prohibited. All activity must take place inside your contracted space.
Booth Behavior:
All booth representatives should engage with attendees in a professional and respectful manner. While it's important to initiate conversations, interactions should be welcoming, not aggressive. A simple question like, "What brings you to the show?" is a great way to start a discussion. However, if an attendee declines or says, "No, thank you," respect their response and do not persist. By upholding these standards, we ensure all attendees will have a positive and inviting experience that encourages genuine engagement while maintaining professionalism and courtesy at all times.
Exhibitor Badges
Exhibitor badges are required to identify yourself as an authorized exhibitor. Exhibitors will not be allowed access during show days without a badge. Exhibitor badges are not required during move-in.
Five (5) exhibitor badges are provided for 200 square feet of space or less.
Ten (10) exhibitor badges are provided for 201 square feet of space or more
You are encouraged to drop off your badge each night in the Show Office, so that your company does not run out of badges.
EXHIBITOR BADGES MAY NOT BE USED AS ADMISSION TICKETS.
Complimentary Tickets
Each exhibitor will receive 50 complimentary e-tickets sent one month prior to the show. If you need to leave physical tickets in will call, please print out those tickets and bring them to Will Call.
Tickets will only be emailed out if your account has been settled in full. If you do not receive your tickets or you would like to request more, contact nicole@mpeshows.com.
COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BE DISTRIBUTED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE SHOW. Use your tickets to invite potential customers to the show, as a thank you to good customers and for friends and family.
Flooring & Tape
Your own flooring is REQUIRED. Carpeting, Astroturf, hardwood, tile, vinyl flooring etc., may be used. Carpet tape must be approved and be easily removable –NO DUCT TAPE ALLOWED.
The show decorator will provide approved carpet tape upon request. All pavers and hard surface flooring must be placed on top of Visqueen. Do not drill holes, paint, nail glue or affix flooring to the Convention Center flooring. Any damage to the Center’s flooring will be repaired at the exhibitor's expense.
Flooring is not included in the cost of your exhibit booth.
Show Decorator: GEMS
Gilbert Exposition Management Services (GEMS) is our show decorator and provides carpet, tables, chairs, cleaning, signage, etc. Please order directly with them using their online ordering portal.
You will receive a separate email containing your log in credentials from orders@gemevents.com. If you have not received your login information, please be sure to check your junk/spam folder and if you still don't see it, please email jill@gemsevents.com or britney@gemsevents.com and they will resend it. ORDER PRIOR TO SHOW WEEK TO GUARANTEE ORDERS. Use GEMS’ Online Portal, this can be found on the online Exhibitor Kit. All orders are due by Friday before show opening.
Please note that standard Wi-Fi at Gas South District is FREE!
Temporary Food Permits
(Coming soon)
Shipping Information
GEMS charges a drayage fee for handling any materials delivered to the convention center. Deliveries without company name and booth number will be declined. Contact GEMS if you are sending shipments ahead of your arrival. Marketplace Events and Gas South Convention Center are not authorized to accept your shipment. All shipments must go through GEMS, please contact them for pricing on handling shipments.
Delivery Address: Cannot be delivered prior to January 20, 2026
GEMS
c/o North Atlanta Home Show Gas South Convention Center 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy Duluth, GA 30097 Company name and booth number.
Parking
There is parking available in Parking Deck 1 (Across from the Forum) for all attendees and exhibitors. Parking is $5 can be paid via credit/debit card ONLY.
Sales Tax Information
Any unregistered vendors (those without a sales tax account with the State of Georgia), will need to fill out and complete this form.
Show Management is insured against public liability and property damage claims arising out of the conduct of the show. This insurance does not cover exhibitors’ property, which is placed on display at the exhibitor’s risk. Every reasonable precaution will be taken to protect exhibitors’ properties, but Show Management assumes no responsibility for any losses due to fire, theft, robbery, damage, accident or other causes. Please refer to items #4 and 5 on your exhibitor contract/application or contact Show Management if you have questions.
We have negotiated discounted rates at the following hotels:
(COMING SOON)
Booking deadline is TBD
Building Regulations
SMOKING/VAPING REGULATIONS
No smoking or vaping is permitted inside any building at the facility.
ALCOHOL/DRUGS REGULATIONS
No alcohol may be consumed on show site other than during designated times and locations as specified in this Exhibitor Service Manual and/or on posted signage by the show facility. Alcohol consumption is strictly forbidden during all move-in and move-out hours. Additionally, the use or distribution of illegal drugs is strictly forbidden. Any persons including exhibitors, service providers, employees, attendees or anyone else working at or attending the show that does not comply with this policy will be removed from the show and their credentials will be revoked.
SALE OF MERCHANDISE AT THE SHOW
All Exhibitors are reminded that to sell products "cash and carry" during the show, you must comply with all rules and regulations of Marketplace Events. Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining any such permits as required. Only merchandise approved by the show may be sold. No food or drinks may be sold without the approval of show management and concessions. Local Gwinnett County Sales tax is 6%.
ANIMALS/PETS
Service animals are allowed inside the building during event hours of the event. Personal pets are not allowed unless preauthorized by show management.
FIRE REGULATIONS
No flammable products, open flames, or flammable display materials, etc. are permitted in the exposition hall by order of the Fire Department and the Facility Security Department. Enclosed structures under 300 sq.ft. must have a fire extinguisher and smoke detector. Enclosed structures of over 300 sq.ft. must install a sprinkler system inside the structure. No cartons, boxes, or crates may be stored behind booth curtains. Pine straw is not allowed unless treated.
All material used in the construction and decoration of an exhibit must be flame retardant. This includes scenery, backdrops, drapes, table and dust covers. No hazardous material will be permitted in an exhibit. No vehicles or other apparatus, which has a fuel tank, will be permitted as a display without written permission from show management.
THE FIRE MARSHALL OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE ANY FINAL DECISION REGARDING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.
Vehicles In Exhibits
If you plan on having a vehicle in your booth as part of your display, please contact Show Management for approval and move-in instructions. You must also complete a form for the Gas South Convention Center to have your vehicle on the show floor.
• All vehicles must have a locking gas cap or gas cap sealed with tape and no more than 1/4 tank of gas in the vehicle in accordance with the Atlanta State Fire Marshal.
• A set of keys must be left with Show Management for the duration of the show.
• All vehicle batteries must be disconnected, and cables taped.
• Once in place, vehicles may not be moved or operated during event hours.
• RVs must have propane tank(s) removed.
QR Code Instructions
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.
Enhancing your exhibitor listing also updates the information displayed on your QR Code!
As per our privacy policy, Marketplace Events is a permission-based email sender. We do not share, rent, or sell any email lists.
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.
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.
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.
As per our privacy policy, Marketplace Events is a permission-based email sender. We do not share, rent, or sell any email lists.
SOCIAL MEDIA #LetsGetSocial
Share your show pics or your home reno projects with us.
Hashtags: #NorthAtlantaHomeShow #ATLHomeShow 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 for the 2025 Social Media Marketing Kit
10 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!
MPE Exhibit/Product Acceptability Standards
Marketplace Events (MPE) wants to make clear its position on what content will not be permitted on its exhibit floors in all its US consumer home and holiday shows effective January 1, 2024. MPE shows are welcoming environments built solely to encourage face-to-face commerce. Creating respectful, safe marketplaces where our attendees and exhibitors can come together to learn, shop, compare pricing and do business together is our highest priority. MPE’s acceptability standards do not permit political candidates, parties or other groups promoting issues or ballot initiatives to participate as exhibitors. In addition, the display or sale of any products or services that are political/partisan
in nature or that can be interpreted to promote, incite, or glorify hatred, violence, racial, sexual, or religious intolerance are prohibited. MPE’s judgment in applying these standards will be final. MPE maintains these policies to ensure a welcoming environment for all attendees and exhibitors.
