> June Today’s Bride Exhibitor Manual
> Exhibitor Day-of Staff Ticket
For Exhibitor Incoming Staff ONLY during show hours.
> Event Social Media Banners & Links
> Enter to win a FREE BOOTH, MAGAZINE AD or EBLAST
> Order Additional Booth Rental Items – due by May 29, 2024
> Order Drive-In Pass with I-X Center
> Pink Bag “Stuff it” Program – due May 17, 2024
> Credentials Form (Sign, Name Tags, Specials) – due May 24, 2024
> Reserve Space: Reception Table Gallery – due May 29, 2024
> Reserve Space: Cake Gallery – due May 29, 2024
> Add-On Form (Pink Bag, Online Upgrades)
FOOD SAMPLE GUIDELINES Selling food products is prohibited. Items being sampled must be part of your business service. Vendor must request approval a minimum of 10 days before the show by filling out this form: FOOD SAMPLE AUTHORIZATION REQUEST FORM No samples of alcoholic beverages are permitted. Sampling is limited to a 2-oz portion for food and 4-oz portion for beverage.
DELIVERIES Deliveries from common carriers (UPS, FedEx, 3rd parties, etc) will incur drayage charges for receipt of their delivery, storage, delivery to booth, and then return to docks to send out after the event. Call Miller’s Party Rental, 330-745-9104, to discuss arrangements & fees ahead of time.
IDENTIFYING BRIDES To help you identify the engaged attendees, they will be wearing a TODAY’S BRIDE sticker. A PINK sticker means they have a venue; A GREEN sticker means they still need a venue.
LUNCH OPTIONS During move-in hours on Friday, concessions will not be open. You are permitted to bring your own food on those days. On Sunday, when concessions are open, outside food is not permitted within the building.
WI-FI SERVICE I-X Center offers Internet Service for a fee through Smart City Networks. They do not accept pre-orders. Order during move-in or day-of the show by Opening the Wi-Fi settings on your device and select “Exhibitor Internet”. Visit pros.todaysbride.com/ix-wifi for pricing.
ELECTRICITY If an exhibitor wants electricity that is not included in their contract, order from Edlen directly at ordering.edlen.com. Order by May 22, 2024 to receive discounted rates. For questions, contact Steve Mariakis at smariakis@edlen.com or 216-928-1542.
OHIO TRANSIENT TAX LICENSE Retailers selling at the show are responsible for complying with all vendor licensing requirements. To obtain additional information and/or apply for an Ohio Transient Vendor’s License call 888-405-4089 or visit tax.ohio.gov.
> Top 10 Tips for a Successful Wedding Show
> Show Prep Checklist & Packing List
> Rentals, AV & Printing Services
> Favorite Bridal Show Products
Exhibitor Manual Introduction (Sent March 18, 2024)
Booth Inspiration & Tips (Sent March 25, 2024)
Promote your Presence (Sent April 1, 2024)
10 Tips for a Successful Show (Sent April 8, 2024)
Consider These Add-Ons for the Show (Sent April 15, 2024)
Think About Your Marketing Materials (Sent April 23, 2024)
Free Inspiration Gallery Space (Sent May 1, 2024)
Attract Couples with a Show Special (Sent May 6, 2024)
Friday, June 7, 2024
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Drive-in passes are permitted if purchased. Click here for details. Parking is free during move-in.
Saturday, June 8, 2024
NO MOVE-IN PERMITTED
Sunday, June 9, 2024
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Drive-in passes are NOT permitted. Parking is $10.
Sunday, June 9, 2024
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Silent opening at 10:45 AM.
Sunday, June 9, 2024
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Sunday, June 9, 2024
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Drive-in passes are permitted starting at 5:00 PM if purchased. Click here for details.
No exhibits may start tearing down until after 4:00 PM. The takedown, removal, or repackaging of booth materials and/or displays during posted bridal show hours is strictly prohibited. Not only is this disrespectful to attendees and neighboring booths, but it poses a hazard while transporting said materials through the event facility. Early tear-down will result in forfeiture of the lead list and a $100 fine.
Bring potential customers to see you by promoting your presence at the show (don’t forget to give them free tickets!).
Not only will it help bring more engaged attendees to the show, but you’ll also get points toward our “Spread the Word” contest.
First-place winner gets a FREE booth, the second-place winner gets a FREE ad in the upcoming magazine, and the third place gets a FREE e-blast to our entire database. Learn more about how to enter the program here!
Download one of the images below to share on your social media or add to your website! Open the link below for whichever size, right-click & save the image to your computer.
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Example text for post: Come see us at the @TodaysBride Wedding Show on June 9th at the I-X Center in Cleveland! Message us for free tickets to the event!
Example text for post: Stop by our booth at the @TodaysBride Wedding Show on June 9th at the I-X Center in Cleveland! We’ll be offering [insert discount or promo here] to all engaged attendees. Message us for free tickets!
Share this event on Facebook or link to the Show Page on TodaysBride.com.
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