Exhibitor Services Kit
Plan + Execute = Success
2026 Information Will be Available in November.
The Exhibitor Services Kit includes key information to help exhibitors plan and execute a successful trade show. Use of the Exhibitor Services Kit will help track deadlines, reduce cost and prepare for the on-site experience.
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
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Important information you will need to plan for The Inspired Home Show, including deadlines, move-in and move-out dates, rules & guidelines, and more!
Upcoming Deadlines
| Date | Description | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2024 | Final date for hanging signage approval – restrictions apply | 2/6/2025 | Approval for Wireless Access Points |
| 12/31/2024 | Last day to book Early-Bird hotel rates | 2/11/2025 | Food Service Advance Order Deadline |
| 1/10/2025 | Send blueprints with multi-levels or ceilings to McCormick Place for Fire Marshal review | 2/13/2025 | International Shipping & U.S. Customs Clearance – Ocean Freight |
| 1/13/2025 | Send booth diagrams for new or rebuilt exhibits to IHA | 2/14/2025 | Advance Warehouse Shipments |
| 1/23/2025 |
Lead Retrieval – Advanced Rate Deadline |
2/19/2025 | International Shipping & U.S. Customs Clearance – Air Freight |
| 1/31/2025 |
Exhibitor-Appointed Contractor Registration – All Exhibitors Using Non-recommended Vendors Must Complete |
3/1/2025 | All booths set by 5:00 p.m. |
| 2/1/2025 |
Freeman Advance Rate Deadline |
3/2/2025 | Show opens at 8:30 a.m. |
| Date | Deadline |
|---|---|
| 12/18/2023 | Final date for hanging signage approval – restrictions apply |
| 12/31/2023 | Last day to book Early-Bird hotel rates |
| 1/4/2024 | Lead Retrieval – Early Bird Rate Deadline |
| 1/26/2024 | Send blueprints with multi-levels or ceilings to McCormick Place for Fire Marshal review |
| 2/1/2024 | Lead Retrieval – Advanced Rate Deadline |
| 2/2/2024 | Send booth diagrams for new or rebuilt exhibits to IHA |
| 2/2/2024 | Shuttle Bus Artwork sponsorship deadline |
| 2/2/2024 | New Product Showcase / IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) Entry |
| 2/2/2024 | ColorWatch by PANTONE Display product submission FREE |
| 2/7/2024 | Approval for Wireless Access Points |
| 2/16/2024 | New Product Showcase (not eligible for a gia product award) |
| 2/16/2024 | Exhibitor-Appointed Contractor Registration – All Exhibitors Using Non-recommended Vendors Must Complete |
| 2/16/2024 | Freeman Advance Rate Deadline |
| 2/23/2024 | Shuttle Bus Video sponsorship deadline |
Exhibitor Connect was developed to guide exhibiting companies in their participation at The Inspired Home Show. Each week exhibitors receive relevant, deadline-driven topics covering both operations and marketing to ensure companies are on track to have a successful Show.
General Information & Guidelines
- Exhibitor Action Checklist (PDF)
- Register for Exhibitor Badges (HTML )
- Exhibitor Information Bulletin (PDF)
- Move-In & Move-Out Reminders (PDF | HTML)
- Exhibitor FAQs
- Exhibitor Show Guidelines (PDF | HTML)
- Exhibitor Booth Diagram Form (PDF | HTML )
- Exhibit Hall Floor Plans
- McCormick Place Fire Safety Regulations (PDF)
- Cost Savings at McCormick Place (PDF | HTML)
- Exhibitor Bill of Rights (PDF)
- Exhibitor Code of Conduct (PDF | HTML)
- Managing Trade Guests at the Show (PDF | HTML)
- Live Animal Disclaimer Form (PDF)
- Exhibitor Warnings
Official General Contractor & Shipping
Freeman Online Ordering
Freight Target Maps & McCormick Place Traffic Procedures
International Shipping
ASUV (Automobile & Small Utility Vehicles)
- ASUV Program & Procedures (PDF | HTML )
- ASUV FAQS (HTML )
- Directions to Check-In & Staging Locations (PDF | HTML)
- Map of Staging Locations (PDF)
- Approved ASUV Vehicles (PDF)
Vendor Services
Recommended Vendors & Order Forms
- Vendor Contact List (PDF)
- Audio Visual (HTML)
- FedEx Kinko’s Business Center Services (PDF | HTML )
- Floral Services (PDF)
- In-Booth / Event Talent (PDF)
- Lead Retrieval / Xpress Leads (Video Tutorial | PDF | HTML )
Photography
Catering & Food Policies
- Exhibitor Catering Menu (PDF)
- Meeting Room Catering Menu (PDF)
- Catering Order Form (PDF)
- Restaurant Café Menu (PDF)
- Food Service Locations & Hours (PDF)
- Walkable Food Options (PDF)
- Exhibitor Personal Consumption Policy (PDF)
- Sampling Authorization Request Form (PDF)
- Chicago Concierge Services (HTML )
Hotel Information & Transportation
Convention Center
Meeting Rooms
- Meeting Room Guide (PDF)
- McCormick Place Meeting Room Reservation Form (PDF | HTML)
- Exhibitor Floor Meeting Room Reservation Form (PDF | HTML)
Security, Health & Safety
Product Donation Program
- Approved Charities (PDF)
- Product Donation Program Procedures (PDF | HTML)