February 19-21, 2027
The Park Expo and Conference Center
General Information
SHOW MANAGEMENT
Marketplace Events
2000 Auburn Dr. Ste 200
Beachwood, OH 44122
Tel: 612-225-2334
| Dan DeJaeger | Show Manager | Email: DanD@mpeshows.com | Tel: 651.373.6884 |
| Bruce Evans | Show Manager | Email: brucee@mpeshows.com | Tel: 612.209.4593 |
| Tasha Textor | Exhibit Sales | Email: TashaT@mpeshows.com | Tel: 515.244.1459 |
| Autumn Pennington | Operations Manager | Email: AutumnP@mpeshows.com | Tel: 612.225-2334 |
SHOW FACILITY
The Park Expo and Conference Center
800 Briar Creek Road
Charlotte, NC 28205
theparkexponc.com
UTILITIES
Electricity, Internet, Water, etc. is ordered through Marketplace Events. see UTILITIES.
DECORATOR SERVICES
Hollins Exhibition Services - Contact at 336-315-5225 or tpugh@hollins-expo.com.
SHOW HOURS
| Friday | February 19, 2027 | 10:00am - 7:00pm |
| Saturday | February 20, 2027 | 10:00am - 7:00pm |
| Sunday | February 21, 2027 | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Exhibitors may enter the show one hour before opening.
EXHIBITOR FORMS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- CLICK HERE for Park Expo Services Order Form and Information (Electricity, Water, WiFi, Parking)
- Hollins Exhibition Services is the Show: SHOW DECORATOR KIT
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Park Expo - Food & Beverage Policy - CLICK HERE
Park Expo - Food & Beverage SAMPLING APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
Park Expo - Food & Beverage SALES APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
ACCOUNT BALANCES - Final payment for exhibit space must be made byDecember 15, 2026. Show management reserves the right to refuse entry to any exhibitor whose account has not been paid in full. Badges & complimentary tickets will not be available until the account has been paid in full.
Rules for all participants:
FLOORING REGULATIONS:
- Visqueen and plywood must be placed on the floor before laying bricks, patios, mulch, etc. Do not drill holes, paint, nail, glue, or affix flooring to the Cabarrus Arena flooring. Any damage to the Cabarrus Arena flooring will be repaired at the exhibitor's expense.
- Anything that is taped to the floor must be taped with Gaffer’s tape, double-sided carpet tape, or tape obtainable from the show decorator. NO DUCT TAPE OR OTHER TAPE ALLOWED!
Animals/Pets: Service animals are allowed inside the building during event hours. Personal pets are not allowed.
Smoking Regulations: No smoking is permitted inside Cabarrus Arena
Alcohol
No alcohol may be consumed on show site other than during designated times and locations and/or on posted signage by the venue management. Alcohol consumption is strictly forbidden during al 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 credentials (where applicable) revoked.
Politics
Marketplace Events (MPE) does not permit political candidates, political parties, or other groups promoting issues or ballot initiatives to participate as exhibitors or sponsors. In addition, the display or sale of any products or services, including the dissemination of informational material, that is political/partisan in nature or that can be interpreted to promote, incite, or glorify hatred, violence, racial, sexual, or religious intolerance, are prohibited. MPE maintains these policies to ensure a welcoming environment for all attendees and exhibitors.
NEW PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT SUBMISSION FORM
CLICK HERE for the New Products Submission for 2027 Charlotte Home & Remodeling Show.
Booth Guidelines, Regulations, and Tips
Our top priority is to produce a quality event. Two important aspects to doing this are maintaining the visual integrity of the show and creating an atmosphere where all exhibitors can do business. The following Rules and Regulations help us to maintain these aspects.
Booth Design and Construction
Exhibit booths will have an 8' draped back wall. On each side, a draped side rail will extend from the back of the booth to the front of the booth at a height of 3’. Drape and aisle carpet color are both BLACK. Exhibitors are allowed to build their booth to the maximum height of 8 feet. This includes back wall and sidewalls. One 7” x 44” identification sign will be issued to each exhibitor. Your sign will read exactly as your booth was contracted.
SIGNS: Sign height may not exceed 8’ (top of sign). Exhibitors wishing to hang signs over the 8’ height limit are subject to a $500 sponsorship fee which will include the hanging of the sign. If sign needs be hung, exhibitor is required to have sign onsite and ready first thing Tuesday 6morning, as that is when rigging is scheduled. Your sign will be lowered and returned to you on Monday of move out. Music City Center will not schedule any rigging that hasn’t been approved by show management. If you plan to have a sign or banner within your booth space and it will go above the 8’ pipe and drape, you are still required to pay the $500 sponsorship fee. And sign may be ONE sided only. Signs with writing or logos on both sides are NOT permitted. Feather flag signs of any kind must stay within booth space and cannot go above the 8’ pipe and drape.
TENTS: Tents are not allowed unless approved by show management.
TABLE COVERINGS: It is mandatory that all tables are properly skirted. Skirting must go from the edge of the table to the floor on all VISIBLE sides. All skirting must be pressed and neat. Use of plastic tablecloths, sheets, shower curtains or any type of “makeshift” tablecloths are not permitted. We strictly enforce this and will skirt all incorrectly skirted tables at the exhibitor’s expense.
FLOORING: Flooring is not included in the cost of your exhibit booth.
- It is mandatory that all exhibit booths have floor covering that covers 100% of the booth’s square footage. Carpeting, Astroturf, hardwood, tile, vinyl flooring etc., may be used.
- Visqueen and plywood must be placed on the floor before laying bricks, patios, mulch, etc. Do not drill holes, paint, nail, glue, or affix flooring to the Music City Center flooring. Any damage to the Music City Center flooring will be repaired at the exhibitor's expense.
- Anything that is taped to the floor must be taped with Gaffer’s tape, double-sided carpet tape, or tape obtainable from decorator. NO DUCT TAPE OR OTHER TAPE ALLOWED!
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.
FIRE REGULATIONS: • See Fire, Safety & Security
TABLES: Professionally skirted tables with floor-length skirting that is pleated or gathered. No paper or plastic. Fine furniture is acceptable without skirting. Tables requiring wiping from selling food or beverages may also be acceptable without skirting. Card tables and old metal folding chairs detract from your booth and from the Show. Nice furnishings improve your business image and your exhibit.
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. If approved by show management: • 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 Tennessee 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.
DEMONSTRATIONS AND HANDOUTS: Exhibitors demonstrating products and/or distributing marketing materials, product samples or souvenirs are not permitted to do outside the confines of their rented exhibit area. Working in the aisle is strictly prohibited and will be enforced by show management.
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 Music City Center. Local Sales tax is 9.5%.
MICROPHONE, AUDIO EQUIPMENT AND MUSIC: Use of microphones, audio equipment and musical instruments is permitted, however, sound levels must be kept at a volume that management deems reasonable. Violators will receive one warning. If there are more problems with volume, Show Management reserves the right to prohibit the exhibitor from using sound equipment for the remainder of the show.
MUSIC, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND OTHER COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS: Each exhibitor is responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses and permits to use music, photographs or other copyrighted material in the exhibitor’s booth or display. No exhibitor will be permitted to play, broadcast or have performed any music or use any other copyrighted material, such as photographs or other artistic works, without first presenting to Marketplace Events proof that the exhibitor has, or does not need, a license to use such music or copyrighted material. Marketplace Events reserves the right to remove from the exhibit all or any part of any booth or display which incorporates music, photographs or other copyrighted material and for which the exhibitor fails to produce proof that the exhibitor holds all required licenses. The exhibitor shall remain liable for all claims, causes of action, suits, damages, liability, expenses and costs, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising from or out of any violation of infringement (or claimed violation or infringement) by exhibitor, exhibitor's age or employees of any patent, copyright or trade secret rights or privileges
First-Time Exhibitor Helpful Information and Tips
CLICK HERE for best practices and tips as a new exhibitor with us! We can't wait to meet you in person.
DECORATOR SERVICES
Hollins Exposition Services is the show decorator and provides carpet, tables, chairs, cleaning, signage etc. Please order directly with them. SHOW DECORATOR KIT
UTILITIES
Plumbing, Compressed Air, Natural Gas, Telephone & Internet
CLICK HERE for Park Expo Services Order Form and Information (Electricity, Water, WiFi, Parking)
Parking: The Park Expo & Conference Center |704.499.6805
Phone/Internet: The Park Expo & Conference Center | 704.499.6805
Water/Drain: The Park Expo & Conference Center | 704.499.6805
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Food and Beverage - Sales and Sampling
- Park Expo - Food & Beverage Policy - CLICK HERE
- Park Expo - Food & Beverage SAMPLING APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
- Park Expo - Food & Beverage SALES APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
MOVE-IN | MOVE-OUT DAYS AND HOURS
ALL ACCOUNTS MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE YOU MOVE-IN.
For safety reasons, no one under the age of 16 is permitted in the halls during move-in/out.
Scheduled Move-In Dates/Time:
| Tuesday, February 16, 2027 | 12pm-6pm | Exhibitors with spaces 20’x20’ or larger |
| Wednesday, February 17, 2027 | 8am-6:00pm | All exhibitors may move in |
| Thursday, February 18, 2027 | 8am-8:00pm | All exhibitors may move in (vehicles off floor by 5pm) |
Exhibitors requiring forklift or drayage service should make arrangements with the Show Decorator prior to move in. Call Hollins Exposition Services at 336-315-5225 for verification of the rate for your particular need or any other questions.
General Move-Out Dates/Time
| Sunday | February 21, 2027 | 5:01pm - 9pm |
| Monday | February 22, 2027 | 8am - Noon |
YOU MAY BEGIN BREAKING DOWN YOUR BOOTH IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CLOSE OF THE SHOW; HOWEVER, DRIVE-ON ACCESS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED UNTIL ALL CARPET HAS BEEN ROLLED UP.
You may use your own carts, hand trucks, dollies, etc.
EXHIBITOR BADGES
Exhibitor badges are NOT mailed out prior to the show. Badges can be picked up in the Show Office (located before the concessions in main hall – look for signs). Plastic badge holders are provided.
Exhibitor badges are required to identify you as an authorized exhibitor. Exhibitors will not be allowed access to the show floor during show days without a badge. Six (6) exhibitor badges are provided for each 100 square feet of space purchased, with a maximum allotment of 24 badges per company.
If you have different staff members working your booth on different days, you are encouraged to drop off your badge each night in the Show Office so that your company does not run out of badges during the show.
EXHIBITOR BADGES MAY NOT BE USED AS ADMISSION TICKETS FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS
Each exhibitor will receive 20 complimentary tickets. These will be mailed out approximately three weeks prior to the show. Exhibitors with 400 sq. ft. or more will also be emailed 40 electronic tickets to distribute. Tickets will only be mailed out if your account has been settled in full. Please contact your show managers, Bruce Evans and Dan DeJaeger for additional tickets: brucee@mpeshows.com, dand@mpeshows.com. You can also request a customized PROMO CODE valid for unique discount to distribute via email or on social media. Ex: Use promo code AAA Homes for $4 off!
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 or for friends and family.
INSURANCE
The insurance clause is #5 on the Terms and Conditions page of all booth space contracts. For easy reference, exhibitors are required to have:
- Comprehensive General Liability and All Risk Property Insurance
- Coverage must be from the start of move-in to the end of move-out
- Coverage of at least $1,000,000 for each separate occurrence
- Name Marketplace Events LLC and the venue as additional insured
- Provide a copy of the certificate of insurance to MPE upon request
Our shows have all been set up so exhibitors can apply using this link, at Risk-Strategies, Inc. (formerly was Buttine Insurance)
- Exhibitors will have to pick the show from a drop-down list that includes shows other than just those run by MPE.
- Marketplace Events is not selling this insurance and does not profit from it in any way. This is simply a resource for those exhibitors who don't already have the required insurance coverage per their contracts. They do not have to purchase this.
If you have more questions about this insurance you can contact:
Kendra Reilly Monahan
212.867.3642
kmonahan@risk-strategies.com
Additional Insurance Information:
Marketplace Events, the Greater Charlotte Home + Landscape Show and/or the Cabarrus Arena will NOT be responsible for injury to persons nor the loss or damage of products, exhibits, equipment or decorations by fire, accident, theft, or any other cause while in the show building or its environs. As agreed in the contract, exhibitors agree to indemnity and hold harmless Show Management and the Cabarrus Arena against any and all complaints, suits, or liabilities arising out of acts of the exhibitor or his/her representatives, or out of acts within the exhibitor's booth area. Verify with your insurance company if you're uncertain about your coverage. Exhibitors are responsible for damage they cause to the Cabarrus Arena including walls and floors and for labor charges to remove stains or adhesives from the walls or floors. Exhibitors will be billed for such damage with the dollar amount of the damage determined by Cabarrus Arena.
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 nor Cabarrus Arena accept responsibility for any losses due to fire, theft, robbery, damage, accident or other causes.Ensure you are adequately insured.
2026 Exhibitor Kit
Click Here for the 2026 Exhibitor Kit. Be sure to review before moving in!
Order Forms
CLICK HERE for Park Expo Services Order Form and Information (Electricity, Water, WiFi, Parking)
Hollins Exhibition Services is the Show Decorator.
Contact Hollins at 336-315-5225 or tpugh@hollins-expo.com.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Park Expo - Food & Beverage Policy - CLICK HERE
Park Expo - Food & Beverage SAMPLING APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
Park Expo - Food & Beverage SALES APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
NEW PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT SUBMISSION FORM
CLICK HERE for the New Products Submission for 2025 Charlotte Home & Remodeling Show.
First-Time Exhibitor Helpful Information and Tips
CLICK HERE for best practices and tips as a new exhibitor with us! We can't wait to meet you in person.
Move In & Move Out Dates/Times
MOVE IN
Tuesday, February 17, 2026: 12pm-6pm Exhibitors with spaces 20’x20’ or larger
Wednesday, February 18, 2026: 8am-6pm: All exhibitors may move in
Thursday, February 19, 2026: 8am-8pm: All exhibitors may move in (vehicles off floor by 5pm)
MOVE OUT
Sunday, February 22, 2026: 5:01pm-9pm
Monday, February 23, 2026: 8am-12pm
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.
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.
CLICK HERE for more information.
POLITICAL POLICY
MPE prohibits political candidates, political parties, and organizations advocating for ballot initiatives or political issues from exhibiting at US consumer home and holiday shows. MPE also prohibits the display or sale of products or services that are political or partisan in nature, or that may reasonably be understood to promote, incite, or glorify hatred, violence, or racial, sexual, or religious intolerance. MPE reserves the right to interpret and apply these standards in its sole discretion, and its determinations shall be final.
MPE shows are intended to provide welcoming, in-person commerce experiences. Our priority is to maintain respectful, safe marketplaces where attendees and exhibitors can gather to learn, shop, compare offerings, and conduct business. These standards are designed to support an inclusive and professional environment for all participants. This policy is effective January 1, 2024, for all U.S. shows.
ENHANCE YOUR COMPANY’S ONLINE EXHIBITOR LISTING
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.
Learn more about the benefits of creating your enhanced listing.
Go from basic to ENHANCED!
Digital Marketing Kit
#LetsGetSocial
Share your show pics or your home reno projects with us.
Hashtags: #CLTHomeShow #CharlotteHomeShow
CLICK HERE for the 2026 Digital Marketing Kit (which includes social assets, and other digital marketing materials).
Facebook Event Reminder:
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 2026