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LA County Boat Show Exhibitors Kit

Welcome to the 2025 Show. This year we will be celebrating our 77th year in the show business of great Hall Family Shows. We’ve been known by different names, but now it’s called LA County Boat Show.

We predict large crowds of avid outdoor enthusiasts gathering together to celebrate their passion for the great outdoors. By exhibiting in one of our Hall Shows, you are taking part in one of the nation’s truly great shows while promoting and encouraging increased participation all things outdoors.


This information is for the LA County Boat Show at the Fairplex Pomona Fairgrounds January 17 - 19, 2025.

 


Move - In Hours:

Staging of Boats - Tues. Jan. 14, 2025 + Thurs. Jan. 16, 2025

Tues., Jan. 14th, 2025:  7:00am - 10:00pm 

Wed., Jan. 15, 2025; 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Thur., Jan. 16, 2025; 8:00am - 10:00pm

Fri., Jan. 17, 2025; 8:00am - 12:00pm


Boat deliveries are not permitted before Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, at 7:00 AM.


Hours of Shows:
Fri. Jan. 17, 2025; 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Sat., Jan. 18, 2025; 10:00am - 8:00pm
Sun. Jan. 19, 2025; 10:00am - 5:00pm

  WiFi  

For all your Wi-Fi needs at the LA County Boat Show, please visit Fairplex Internet Rates to review options and purchase the service that best suits your requirements. For specific inquiries or additional assistance, you can contact our IT Director, Bart Westphal, at westphal@fairplex.com. Please note that Wi-Fi services are managed directly through Fairplex, and any costs or arrangements should be coordinated with them.

  Electricity  

 

Convention Electric, Inc. is proud to provide electrical and plumbing services for the LA County Boat Show. Each 10x10 booth includes standard electricity; exhibitors requiring additional power must place their orders no later than the Advanced Deadline Date of January 3, 2025. Orders can be submitted via fax, email, or online. For online orders, please contact the Exhibitor Service Department at (909) 623-5192 or email info@conventionelectric.com to request a temporary login for account setup.

For further details, please review the attached “Regulation and General Information” page. You can also reach the Exhibitor Service Department directly with any questions at (909) 623-5192 or via email info@conventionelectric.com. Fax orders can be sent to (909) 623-7222. For more information, visit conventionelectric.com


  Decorator  
 
Raphael’s Rentals provides all your décor needs, including tables, chairs, and more, to help create a polished exhibit space. While they do not handle equipment move-in, they ensure all rental items are delivered and ready for your setup. For assistance and high-quality rentals, contact Raphael’s at 8606 Miramar Rd., San Diego, CA, 858-689-7368 (Ask for Abel). 


  Parking  

Please note that parking at the event is paid daily. Exhibitors and attendees will need to purchase parking passes for each day they require access to the venue. For more details on parking rates and purchasing options, please visit Fairplex Parking Information.


  Location of Show Office  

At Pomona We are Located in Center of Building 4.


  Fire Department Rules:  

To comply with the fire Department regulations, all motors being displayed may not contain gasoline. All gas caps must be locked or taped close.


  Health Department  

If your exhibit involves food preparation, you will be required to acquire a permit from the county.
Call LA County Environmental Health at 626-430-5421



  Security  

We believe we have sufficient guard service. If you display small items, we suggest that they be fastened to your display. You may wish to bring a box with a lock to store them after show hours. The show management is not responsible for loss.


  Sublet of Space  

No Exhibitor may sublet space to anyone.  Subletting will result in for forfeiture of Booth space for the remainder of show. No refunds will be given.


  Exhibitor Admission:  

Exhibitors with proper credentials may access the building one hour before the show begins. However, move-in and setup will follow a separate schedule. The posted schedule will outline your designated setup times as well as the show start times. Once setup is complete, exhibitors must remain in their booth area until the show begins. For security reasons, browsing during this time is not allowed.


  Temporary Seller’s Permit  

California state law requires that all exhibitors selling merchandise from the floor or taking orders either on a wholesale or retail basis, must have a valid State Board of Equalization permit. Call at 1-800-400-7115.


  Telephone and Online Services  

Contact Fairplex at 909-593-8915


  Procedure  

All Exhibitors Must start at show Office. At the office, they will meet STAFF and help them to get: Booth space number and Badges (this will identify them to customers with Hours printed on back side. then escort them to their booth if necessary).


  Badges & VIP Pass Pick-Up  

 

Badge & VIP Pass Pick-Up:
● Badges and VIP passes can be picked up at the Show Office, located in the center of Building 4. Please bring identification for pick-up.

 

Pick-Up Dates & Times:
Wednesday, Jan. 15: 12:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, Jan. 17: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday, Jan 18: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

Late Pick-Up Location:
After these dates, on Friday badges and VIP passes can be picked up at the front of Building 4 by the ticket booths between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

 

No longer will you be able to pick up badges at the show office after these times.


All Exhibitors must pay balance of any money owed and sign contract if necessary. Thank you for your support.   


  Hotel   
 

We have arranged a special group rate for the Hall Shows at the Sheraton Fairplex Suites & Conference Center. The room block is available from Thursday, January 16, 2025, to Sunday, January 19, 2025, at $199.00 USD per night. Reservations must be made by Friday, December 27, 2024. Use the reservation link to book your stay: [Book your group rate for Hall Shows Room Block]. If you have any questions or need help with your booking, please let us know. We look forward to a successful event! 

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   Badge Request Form   

All Badges will be printed with Company name. If you require individual names on these badges, please fill out form below by December 20, 2024.
No Badge will be printed at show.

Number of Badges

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