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HALLOWEEN
& PARTY, EXPO
Houston, TX • January 19-22 2013
Party, Costume and Halloween Industry Show!
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HALLOWEEN
& PARTY, EXPO
Houston, TX • January 19-22 2013
The
Global Show
Most domest ic & international buyers. The Halloween & Party Expo presents you with global opportunities. It draws buyers from around the world and across the United States. In 2011, attendees traveled to Houston from around the world. Buyers came from countries and territories including: • Aruba • Australia • Bahamas • Brazil • Canada • Chile • Columbia • Costa Rica • Ecuador
• England • France • Germany • Greece • Hong Kong • Israel • Japan • Mexico • Netherlands
• New Zealand • Pakistan • Puerto Rico • Russia • Saudi Arabia • Singapore • Spain
Buyers e from mor than 46 countries!
“The orders have been up. I’ve noticed an increase in international attendance. We’ve met people from Russia, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Australia, Germany, France, and Spain! And all of them are very serious about buying. This show is definitely something that we plan to participate in for the long haul; it is a staple in our year.” -Robert Schott, WOWindow Posters
“The increase in attendance keeps us coming back each year; we’re very very pleased with the foot traffic. In fact, our traffic increased at least 10% this year, and sales increased over 40%, so were very pleased. We’ve also grown our international contacts tremendously.” – Jeff Hacker, Life + Gear
HALLOWEEN
& PARTY, EXPO
Houston, TX • January 19-22 2013
The All
Inclusive Show
Most party, costume & Halloween vendors under one roof. By exhibiting at THE Halloween & Party Expo, you’ll join the ranks of THE best companies in the Halloween, Costume, and Party Industry. You’ll boost your sales, obtain quality leads, and come face-to-face with serious buyers. Whether you sell products to independent store owners, retail chains, buying groups, or major non-profits, you need to exhibit at THE SHOW! “Not only we are finding all of our regular vendors that we love and we see every year, we are getting the most AMAZING new things! Yeah, we can’t wait to come back next year!”
“Something about this Expo we can’t find anywhere else: it’s the concentration and high quality of vendors that are here. It’s a well-run show, from the moment we step onto the premise, everybody is incredibly helpful – I can’t go on enough, it has been a very very good experience.” -Treb Heinig, burton + BURTON
-Tisa Bruni & Ann Wilton; Renaissance Rose (Buyer)
Over 350 Vendors!
HALLOWEEN
& PARTY, EXPO
Houston, TX • January 19-22 2013
The
#1
Order Writ ing
Show
Most product introductions “Attending the Expo is the & order writing. only way that we write The Halloween & Party Expo will help you reach THE buyers in the Halloween, Costume, and Party Industry. Our attendees come to Houston to do business, and they are decision makers. Attendees include: • Thousands of independent store owners; • Buying group members (PCA, NCA and PFA); • Major non-profit association purchasing officers; and • National retail chain executives and buyers including: -Halloween Express -Party City “Of all the shows -Garden Ridge that we do, this show -Party Land gives us the greatest -Dollar Tree bang for our buck.” -Spirit Halloween -Richie Marks – SKD -Target -Walmart
orders. There’s nothing like being able to see the merchandise and touch it before you order it. This is the ONLY show for the party and costume industry for sure. This is the only show that I would go to.” -Joni Sorrels, J&M Seasonal
“The Halloween & Party Expo has been tremendously successful and it’s a wonderful opportunity for us; we’ll do it every single year.” -Eugene Fierro, Costume Evolution, Inc.
More than 6,500 serious buyers attend the HPE Show! And, they’re ready to write orders!
HALLOWEEN
& PARTY, EXPO
Houston, TX • January 19-22 2013
The
Show with the
Most!
Most free marketing, networking, educat ion, and entertainment. We also provide YOU with the marketing tools to attract buyers. Order FREE materials to send to your customers. You are already mailing your customers catalogs and invoices, so why not include a promotional stuffer, attach an email flyer, or send a postcard inviting your customers to the show - FREE of charge? • FREE Emblems for Ads or Websites • FREE Promotional Mail Stuffers • FREE Customized Email Flyers • FREE Customized Postcards* • FREE Save the Date Business Cards • Numerous Sponsorship Opportunities Available for additional costs *Please note, postage is not included.
“If you’re in the party business or in the Halloween business, you MUST attend this show. It is the only show to attend.” - Marie LaCentra, Forum Novelties/ Creative Products
Join the Saturday Night Costume Style Show; mingle at the After-Party; or, present an education demo session.
Order free materials today.
HALLOWEEN
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PARTY EXPO
Fact Sheet
Houston, TX • January 19-22, 2013
How to exhibit:
The best exposure:
1. Complete the form on the next page and fax to 1-866-826-0250.
2. Once your application is received and approved, Show Management will then email you a contract to sign and return to confirm your booth number.
3. Pay deposit as indicated in the contract.
The Halloween & Party Expo will provide excellent exposure in the market through numerous promotional campaigns. We also provide YOU with the marketing tools to attract buyers.
The fees:
Ready to sign up or just want more info? Call: 1-877-347-EXPO (3976) International: +1-512-291-8011 www.HalloweenPartyExpo.com
Price per booth is $1,975. Corner booths incur an additional charge of $200 per corner. Price examples: • 10 by 10 (inline) $1,975 • 10 by 10 (1-corner) $2,175 • 10 by 20 (inline) $3,950 • 10 by 20 (1-corner) $4,150 Exhibitors must arrange for carpet and utilities separately through contracted suppliers. All services and detailed information are available in the Exhibitor Service Manual, which the Expo will provide to contracted exhibitors.
*15% of attendees are coming from outside the U - an increase oS f 5% over 2011
Benefits of exhibiting:
Included with the purchase of each 10 by 10: • Standard sign; • Side and back drapes in show colors; • One six foot black-skirted table; • Two chairs; • Wastebasket with daily trash removal; • Listing in onsite Directory; • Online virtual booth with company contact information; and • FREE Promotional marketing pieces (see below).
Free pre-show market ing assistance and materials: • • •
FREE Promotional Mail Stuffers; FREE Customized Email Flyers; and, FREE Customized Postcards.* *Please note, postage is not included.
The global show, providing...
85% Sold!
Space is going fast!
* Most Order Writing & Serious Buyers * Most Industry Buyers & International Attendees * Most Industry Vendors Under One Roof * Most Networking, Education & Entertainment