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APRIL 13, 2024 • ROCKINGHAM FAIRGROUNDS • HARRISONBURG, VA.

SHENANDOAH COMIC AND TOY SHOW

EXHIBITOR DETAILS

EVENT LOCATION:
Rockingham County Fairgrounds
4808 S. Valley Pike
Harrisonburg, VA 22801

EVENT HOURS:
APRIL 13, 2024
DOORS 10AM
ENDS AT 5 PM

LOAD-IN TIMES:
Friday 12pm-8pm
Saturday 6:30am-9:30am

NOTE: Anyone not loaded in by 9:30am will not gain entry to the event with no refund so please be on time.

LOAD-OUT TIMES:
SATURDAY 5pm-7pm


LOAD-IN LOCATION:
The load-in gate is located on the right of the building. 

Once you are loaded in (not fully set-up but you have your materials in the building) you must move your vehicle out of the loading zone and into the parking lot.

At Load-in, the staff will show you to your spaces. All spaces are marked and NOT to be moved. As a reminder, the floor managers and volunteers are there to help but are prohibited from bringing in your supplies or working your booth. Be sure to bring any carts, dollies, or load-in help you may need to set-up.

EXTRA WRISTBANDS:
You can purchase extra exhibitor wristbands for $5 each when you check in during load-in. There is a max of TWO more per space. Any additional passes needed after that they will just need to purchase passes at the box office.

PLEASE NOTE: You cannot purchase extra badges, just wristbands.

ELECTRICITY:
Outlets are available for small use electrical, but you must bring your own extension cords.

FAIRGROUND RULES:
-No Outside Food Or Drink.
-No Parking in the Load In Zone. Once you have unloaded you must move your vehicle or they will tow you.
-Take ALL trash with you when you leave. Any spaces not left clean will be subject to a fine from the convention center.
-No Adult Materials.
-No Fireworks.
-No Weapons.
-No Firearms.
-No Bootleg merch.

Anyone in violation of the rules may be removed without refund.

COVID-19 GUIDELINES

The health and safety of our attendees, vendors, and staff are of the utmost importance to us. Due to concerns over the spread of COVID, we will be putting some safety measures in place.

MASKS
While masks are not required, they are strongly encouraged.

EXHIBITOR GUIDELINES

ARTIST ALLEY
Artist Alley Tables are for Comic Book Artists, Comic Authors, and Handmade Creators/Crafters ONLY.
Includes one table, one chair, and two passes. Displays cannot exceed 8 ft high. No table splitting/sharing. Each 6ft table is for one Artist and up to one assistant. Artist Alley Exhibitors can use 3ft of space behind them for banners, signage, and additional backstock, but NOT for shelving.

VENDOR BOOTHS
Vendor Booth area is 10×8 (or 8×10 depending on location) and includes one table, one chair, and two passes. (Vendor Corners receive 2 tables) Displays cannot exceed 10 ft high. Vendors can bring additional tables and shelving.

We do not accept: LuLaRoe, Mary Kay, Multi-Level Marketing, etc.

CLUB TABLES
Club Tables are intended for groups and organizations who plan to sell NO items (retail or otherwise) at their table. Includes one table, one chair, and two passes. These free tables are intended for clubs, cons, and charities only.

EXHIBITOR DETAILS
-All materials must be “All Age Appropriate”
-Food, Firework, and Weapon sales are PROHIBITED.
-Each Vendor/Artist receives 2 Exhibitor Badges per table.
-Bring your own tablecloths, displays, and signage.
-Displays cannot exceed 10 ft high.
-Square and Paypal card readers work in the convention center but WiFi is only available through the CC at an additional cost.
-No Subletting or Sharing your table of any kind.
-Due to the high volume of exhibitors we do not take seating requests.

The show is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen items.
The show reserves the right to cancel any exhibitor at any time.

F.A.Q.

Can I purchase extra exhibitor wristbands?
Yes. Extra wristbands are available during load-in for $5 (cash only) with a maximum of 2 extras. They are for additional help at your booth only.

Can I get a free autograph/photo with Special Guests?
Exhibitors are not entitled to free materials from guests.

I want to run a quick errand, can a staff member watch my table?
No. Your booth is your own responsibility and the staff of the show and the convention center are expressly prohibited from tending your booth. Please plan accordingly to have adequate staff.