Sunday, November 16 – Tuesday, November 18, 2024
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Sunday, November 16 | 9am - 5pm
- Monday, November 17 | 9am - 5pm
- Tuesday, November 18 | 9am - 3pm
Roland E. Powell Convention Center
4001 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, MD 21842
Exhibitor FAQs
GENERAL FAQS
Why should I attend Ocean City Resort Gift Expo?
The Ocean City Resort Gift Expo is the northeast’s leading souvenir and resort trade event with retailers from Maine to Virginia Beach. Attendees can shop the best-selling brands and new discoveries for all price points. Plus, unbeatable travel savings include free parking, discounted hotel rates and on-site buyer amenities.
If this is your first time attending, click here for some helpful tips.
Who is exhibiting?
Please click here to view the 2024 full list of exhibiting companies.
2025 exhibitor list coming soon!
Where can I rent a scooter/ wheel chair?
There are a limited number of wheel chairs available for use at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. Contact Em Wengel to inquire about availability and to reserve.
Scooters may be rented from Barb's Buggy at 866-442-8449 or IT Mobility at 800-576-4323.
How can I receive a directory?
Printed show directories are provided to registered buyers on-site at the event. You can view the 2024 digital show directory here!
2025 show directory coming soon!
EXHIBITOR FAQS
How can I exhibit at the Ocean City Resort Gift Expo?
For more information on becoming an exhibitor and to download the show prospectus with pricing, click here. You can also contact Christina Bell at christina.bell@clarionevents.com.
What opportunities are available for promoting my company?
Our goal is to find the best ways to put you in touch with your audience and to help grow your business. We’ve developed several sponsorship and promotional opportunities that will enhance your presence at the show. Click here to learn more.
How do I update my exhibitor listing? What comes with my exhibitor listing?
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Please click here for a video introduction to the exhibitor portal and instructions on how to update your exhibitor listing.
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Log in to the Exhibitor Portal using the business password you received in your confirmation email to change your listing. Please contact Exhibition Services Manager, Alyssa Accardo for assistance. *Exhibitor Portal link and login info coming this summer
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Next: Click ‘Manage Company Listing.' This is where you will be able to add or update your company’s details, profile, logo, keywords, social links and select the appropriate categories for your company.
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Keep in mind that the length of your profile is limited to a character count based on your exhibitor listing level. Want more characters? Consider upgrading your listing by contacting Alyssa Accardo.
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It’s important to utilize your keywords! These along with your product categories are how our attendees find YOUR COMPANY on the floor!
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Click SAVE and you’re all done! IF there are any errors, the system will let you know what needs to be fixed.
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The final stage in building out a COMPLETE listing is to upload your show specials, product images for the Product Preview Guide if you have purchased images to be included, and addition line form if you are bringing additional lines to the show.
Is insurance required?
Yes. A requirement of exhibiting at Ocean City Resort Gift Show 2024 is for ALL exhibitors to carry liability insurance throughout the Exhibition. The deadline for submitting the Certificate indicating adequate insurance coverage is November 1, 2024. Even if Exhibitor hires an EAC, Exhibitor still must supply its own Certificate of Liability Insurance. ALL EAC’s must submit an application form with a certificate of insurance prior to deadline to be approved by show management. Exhibitor's insurance carrier must issue such Certificate of Liability Insurance. A sample insurance form can be found in the exhibitor manual.
To ensure that the Certificate of Liability Insurance has the correct information required, please make sure your certificate includes the following information.
AMOUNT SUGGESTED: One (1) Million Dollars
Under the Certificate Holder, please include:
Clarion Events, Inc. / Ocean City Resort Gift Show 2024
6 Research Drive, Shelton, CT 06484
Under Description of Operations, please include:
All activities related to Ocean City Resort Gift Show, November 13-15, 2024
Roland E. Powell Convention Center
Ocean City, MD, USA
Where can I order booth furnishings?
Booth furnishings and other services can be ordered from the exhibitor manual found in the Exhibitor Hub. Click here to access your Exhibitor Hub.
Who do I contact for Internet/WIFI and Electrical?
Free basic WIFI will be available in the common areas at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. For additional WIFI contact TRGroup Inc. Support Team (410)208-4448 or support@trgroup1.com.
Electrical may be ordered directly through the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. *Coming Soon
Where do I ship my booth materials?
All materials should be shipped directly to the Roland E. Powell Convention Center.
Roland E. Powell Convention Center
4001 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, MD 21842
Show Name: Ocean City Resort Gift Expo (Nov. 13-15, 2024)
Booth Name:
Booth Number:
If you have questions regarding shipments, please contact The Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 410-289-2800.
Who are the Official Show Partners?
Our official partners for the Ocean City Resort Gift Show are as follows. Please note, any emails/offers you receive to purchase attendee lists or book hotel rooms, are NOT affiliated with the Ocean City Resort Gift Show and are likely a scam.
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Official Housing Partner: Connections Housing
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General Service Contractor/Official Decorator: Roland E. Powell Convention Center
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Registration & Lead Retrieval Provider: Convention Data Services (CDS)
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Venue: Roland E. Powell Convention Center
Still have a question?
Email us at oceancitygiftshow@clarionevents.com.
