How do I become an exhibitor at EATS?
To become an EATS exhibitor you must select a booth and complete the online space contract. There are two ways to complete this process:
1. Click here to directly begin the contracting process. Booth selection is included in this process.
2. If wanting to explore the floor plan first, click here. Once you’ve decided your preferred available booth, then select the space on floor plan and begin contracting process with the link that appears within dialogue box at right of screen.
Once you complete the online space contract, the EATS team will review the contract for approval. If approved you will receive an email notification from service@mapyourshow.com with your contract and invoice. Your contract is binding once approved.
What comes included with my booth space?
Exhibit space is sold as raw space and EATS is a pipe and drape event. Booths 300 sqft or less will include pipe and drape (8ft backwall and 3 ft sidewalls) and a company ID sign.
What else is included with the cost to exhibit?
Exhibitors receive a digital supporter package to include company and contact information and access to leads with their online profile via the floor plan, online directory and show mobile app.
Exhibitors receive 3 exhibitor badges per 100 sqft of space for complimentary exhibit hall access.
Exhibitors receive promotional tools at time of registration open to include a custom landing page, digital booth banners, an email invitation tool, and promo code to promote their participation and invite customers to attend EATS.
Are there any discounts available for exhibit space?
We do offer a discounted space rate for active FPSA members, providing a savings of $8/sqft! More information on FPSA membership here.
Additionally, we offer special pre-sale rates that were available to exhibitors who committed onsite at the previous event. Pre-sales is now closed for this event, however plan ahead for EATS 2027 and you can secure savings onsite at EATS 2025! More info on pre-sales for the next edition will be shared closer to EATS 2025.
What is the unlimited drayage fee with my space?
Exhibitors will be charged a Space Rate Material Handling Charge at the time your booth space contract is executed for those exhibitors with space greater than 150 sqft. For exhibitors with space 150 sqft or less, this is optional.
This fee will cover all Direct to Show and Warehouse unloading and loading of shipments on a round-trip basis at unlimited weight. More information here.
How does the exhibitor promo code work?
Exhibitors will receive a unique promo code at time of registration open to be used for inviting customers to attend EATS. This code does have limited usage based on booth size and can be tracked within your Exhibitor Registration Dashboard. Code is valid for attendee registration only and provides free exhibit hall experience.
What is the Exhibitor Resource Center (ERC)?
The ERC is your primary portal for all pertinent show information and for managing your participation at EATS! Through this portal you can:
- Manage your online company profile
- Manage your show contacts and users
- Make booth payments and access your invoice
- Upgrade your supporter package for more exposure
- Purchase added sponsorships and advertising
- Access exhibitor registration to add staff badges and book hotels
- Access and order exhibitor services, furnishings, labor and more
- Keep up with important deadlines and preparations
- Apply for Innovation Awards and other EATS opportunities
- Upload exhibitor press releases
- Access discounted distribution with PR Newswire
- Track leads from your online profile
Access the ERC here and bookmark this link for future reference!
Can I hire my own booth contractor/builder?
Yes. We’ve partnered with GES as our official service contractor and they offer ample support for booth design. However, if you wish to hire your own booth builder you can do so and will need to submit notification of Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) and provide certificate of insurance. More information here.
What are the show hours?
The exhibit hall will be open from 10 am to 5 pm for all three days of the event. Exhibitors will have access to the exhibit hall at 8 am daily for setup. Breakdown is not permitted prior to 5 pm on Thursday, October 30th.
When is exhibitor move-in?
EATS is a targeted move-in event, meaning that your move-in day will be assigned prior to the event based on booth size and location in the hall. Please refer to the targeted move-in plan. Additional fees may be incurred if you miss your target move-in. More information here.
Do exhibitors receive an attendee list?
No. Attendee data is held strictly confidential by show organizers and official vendors. Exhibitors must purchase lead services to capture attendee data and track leads during the event. More information here.