2026 Vendor Kit

Everything you need to "know before you show."

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General Information

SHOW MANAGEMENT 
The Lexington Christmas + Gift Show is produced and managed by: 
Marketplace Events LLC
2000 Auburn Dr., Ste 200 
Beachwood, OH 44122 
800.395.1350
www.marketplaceevents.com | www.christmasgiftandhobbyshow.com
Contact Us


SHOW FACILITY
Central Bank Center
430 W Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
P: 859.233.4567
www.centralbankcenter.com


SHOW OFFICE
Our show office will open on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 9:00am EST. When you arrive to move-in, please check in and pick up your vendor badges. The Show Office will remain open through the end of the Show, on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 3:00pm EST. The office is located at the entrance inside the show.


SHOW HOURS 
Friday, November 13, 2026                 9:00am – 7:00pm 
Saturday, November 14, 2026            9:00am – 7:00pm 
Sunday, November 15 , 2026            11:00am – 5:00pm


SECURITY
Show Management provides 24-hour security with a reputable security provider, for the show floor during move-in, move-out, show hours and overnight. However, neither Show Management nor the Central Bank Center is responsible for lost, damaged or stolen articles. We encourage you to take all valuables with you when the show closes each evening. A tarp/sheet covering your booth after show hours goes a long way in securing your belongings.
Most thefts happen during move-in, move-out and within 30 minutes of show closing. Staff your booth accordingly and when the show does close, wait for the attendees to clear out.
Report anything of a suspicious nature to Show Management and/or Security. Leads can be followed up to avoid incidents of theft.
Ensure you are adequately insured.


FINAL PAYMENT
Final payment for exhibit space must be made by October 15, 2025. Show management reserves the right to refuse entry to any vendor whose account has not been paid in full. Any vendor not paid in full by the deadline will NOT appear in the official show program listing. 


MERRY MONEY
Merry Money is one of our features for the show. If you receive a merry money certificate, please bring it to the show office during the show with a receipt of purchase and your company will receive $25.00 cash reimbursement. Merry Money is intended for your customers; vendors are not allowed to sign up to win Merry Money. 

Facility Ordering and Information

SHOW DECORATOR
Lexpo Expo Services
Phone: 859.551.3046
Fax: 859-254-8151
Email: mconley@centralbankcenter.com

• Booth Furnishings: rental of tables, chairs, booth carpeting, tape for flooring, forklifts, signs, labor, telephone, internet, electricity, etc.
• The decorator's office will be open during move-in, show, and move-out.
• Order what you need well in advance of the show to ensure availability of all needed items and to take advantage of the decorator's discounted rates. You may call or email to order:
• Order forms are available on our website: https://lexingtoncenter.ungerboeck.net/prod/app85.cshtml?AppCode=COE&CC=1&OrgCode=10

• Deadline for Advance Rate:

Each booth will be supplied with one 500-watt electrical outlet.  Spotlights are not provided in the exhibit spaces but can be ordered through the show electrician.

Ample general illumination is provided in the hall; however, spotlights add special distinction to your booth.

All wiring must be installed by LEXPO. as they are the electric contractor and hold the contract for the Central Bank Center.

State Fire Marshal office states that multiple extension cords plugged into extension cords is prohibited. Residential extension cords are also prohibited.  Electrical cords must be “Hard Service” 3 wire grounded type (SO, SPT, SJO, etc.) and free of damage.

If you cannot obtain proper cords for your booth, they are available to rent from LEXPO. Please refer to the link: https://lexingtoncenter.ungerboeck.net/prod/app85.cshtml?AppCode=COE&CC=1&OrgCode=10
Rental Charges: Extension Cords- $30.  If cord is not returned at end of show, there will be additional $50 charge.

General Do's & Don'ts - CLICK HERE


 


PACKAGE & FREIGHT DELIVERY INFORMATION

Exhibit materials being shipped before move-in should be marked as follows - THIS REQUIRES AN ADDITIONAL FEE

Attn:
Lexington Christmas + Gift Show
LEXPO
430 W Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
Booth # & YOUR Company Name & Onsite Contact

Exhibit materials being delivered direct to Show Site should be marked as follows - DO NOT DELIVER PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 10, 2025
Central Bank Center
430 W Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
Attention: Lexington Christmas + Gift Show
Booth # & YOUR Company Name & Onsite Contact
All shipments must be prepaid and should be clearly marked with your company name, booth number and Building Name. Special arrangements may be made with LEXPO. on items that need special care.

Show Management is not responsible for your packages; please do not send packages before your arrival as you MUST be present to sign for them.

Please make arrangements to dispose of or store shipping crates with the show decorator.

2025 MOVE-IN SCHEDULE 

Sunday

November 9, 2025

9:00am-5:00pm

Monday

November 10, 2025

9:00am-6:00pm

Tuesday

November 11, 2025

9:00am-8:00pm  NO DRIVING IN

The following booths will be the last-in and first-out:

Booth #’s 379, 385, 389, 395
Booth #’s 460 – 477
Booth # 673

These booths will not be allowed to move-in until after 12pm on Monday, November 10th and must be removed by 7pm on Sunday, November 16th .

CLICK HERE FOR LOAD-IN MAP

Due to installations of carpet in the aisles, all large items must be places inside your booth on or before Tuesday, November 11th. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO DRIVE ON TO THE SHOW FLOOR on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11th .

Move-in must be completed by 8:00pm on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. NO Wednesday am setups allowed.


2025 MOVE-OUT INFORMATION

Sunday

November 16, 2025

5:01pm - 9:00pm

Monday

November 17, 2025

8:00am - 3:00pm

NO EXHIBIT CAN BE REMOVED, EVEN IN PART, UNTIL IT IS ANNOUNCED OVER THE PUBLIC-ADDRESS SYSTEM THAT IT IS PERMISSIBLE, LISTEN FOR THE ANNOUNCEMENT - IT WILL BE LOUD AND CLEAR!
Aisle carpet will be removed on Sunday night immediately after closing. After aisles are clear of carpet, vehicles may enter the building for loading of heavy items.

During Move-Out everything that your company brought to the Show must be removed or disposed of after the Show. If not, there will be a charge to your company for cleanup.

FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY

ALL FOOD SAMPLING MUST BE APPROVED BY CENTRAL BANK CENTER
Food Sampling Form - Levy - Click Here

For any questions regarding food sampling, please contact:

Cynthia Delancey | Concessions Manager
Email: CDelancey@levyrestaurants.com
Office: 859-787-0888
Cell: 937-830-0252

 

PARKING

Advanced parking will be $45 for all three days of the show with in and out privileges, or you can purchase a daily rate of $12 each time you enter the parking gate. (Please Click Here for Parking Link) Box trucks will be able to park on the loading dock, as space permits.

Parking Lot: 500 West High St. Lexington, KY 40507

Cash will not be accepted as a form of payment for paid parking. Acceptable forms of payment include all major credit cards (American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa) and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay).

*The show does not validate or issue parking pass. Must purchase through Central Bank Center.*

 

Rules & Regulations

SHOW DECORATOR
Lexpo Expo Services
Phone: 859.551.3046
Fax: 859-254-8151
Email: mconley@centralbankcenter.com

• Booth Furnishings: rental of tables, chairs, booth carpeting, tape for flooring, forklifts, signs, labor, telephone, internet, electricity, etc.
• The decorator's office will be open during move-in, show, and move-out.
• Order what you need well in advance of the show to ensure availability of all needed items and to take advantage of the decorator's discounted rates. You may call or email to order:
• Order forms are available on our website: https://lexingtoncenter.ungerboeck.net/prod/app85.cshtml?AppCode=COE&CC=1&OrgCode=10

• Deadline for Advance Rate:

Each booth will be supplied with one 500-watt electrical outlet.  Spotlights are not provided in the exhibit spaces but can be ordered through the show electrician.

Ample general illumination is provided in the hall; however, spotlights add special distinction to your booth.

All wiring must be installed by LEXPO. as they are the electric contractor and hold the contract for the Central Bank Center.

State Fire Marshal office states that multiple extension cords plugged into extension cords is prohibited. Residential extension cords are also prohibited.  Electrical cords must be “Hard Service” 3 wire grounded type (SO, SPT, SJO, etc.) and free of damage.

If you cannot obtain proper cords for your booth, they are available to rent from LEXPO. Please refer to the link: https://lexingtoncenter.ungerboeck.net/prod/app85.cshtml?AppCode=COE&CC=1&OrgCode=10
Rental Charges: Extension Cords- $30.  If cord is not returned at end of show, there will be additional $50 charge.

 


VEHICLES IN EXHIBITS

If you plan on having a vehicle in your booth as part of your display,please contact Show Management for approval and move-in instructions. If approved by show management:
• All vehicles must have a locking gas cap or gas cap sealed with tape and no more than 1/4 tank of gas in the vehicle in accordance with Kentucky State Fire Marshal.
• A set of keys must be left with Show Management for the duration of the show. • All vehicle batteries must be disconnected, and cables taped.
• Motor Vehicles are prohibited in Carpeted areas, unless under the direction of CORPORATION management, to take precautions for protection of CORPORATION property.
• Any use of motorized vehicle in the Facilities is subject to prior approval of CORPORATION. Use of motorized vehicles during public occupancy of Facility is prohibited


SMOKING REGULATIONS

Smoking is not permitted inside Central Bank Center at any time.


ANIMALS

Service Dog Policy
We welcome service dogs that are trained to assist individuals with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), only service dogs are permitted.


DEADLY WEAPONS
This Facility is in a School Zone as defined by the Gun Free School Zone Act 18 U.S.C adopted November 29, 1990 (The Act). All persons are prohibited from possessing firearms on the premises unless such possession is authorized by exceptions listed in the Act of as authorized by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Licensor also reserves the right to restrict or prohibit possession of other weapons such as knives and other dangerous weapons.


SALE OF MERCHANDISE AT THE SHOW
All Exhibitors are reminded that to sell products "cash and carry" during the show, you must comply with all rules and regulations of Marketplace Events. Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining any such permits as required. Only merchandise approved by the show may be sold. No food or drinks may be sold without the approval of Central Bank Center. Local Sales tax is 6.0%


FIRE REGULATIONS

• All exit doors must be full operable and unobstructed during all times of occupancy. Exit signs shall remain illuminated and fully visible.
• Use of the Facilities for a trade show or public exhibit purposes requires a detailed floor plan depicting the intended use of the area. Floor plan will be submitted to the CORPORATION for review 6 and approval by the Center and local fire marshal w here appropriate. Displays located in corridors shall be located to one side leaving an eight-foot-wide clear walking path. Approval of plans shall obtain prior to sale or allocation of space to potential exhibitors.
• Rigging plans must be submitted for approval for events that require equipment in excess of l00lbs to be suspended from the ceiling. Rigging of AV equipment and/or production equipment must be performed by CORPORATION staff or its authorized representative as an Ancillary Service.
• Any use of open flames or smoke generating substances or equipment must receive prior approval.
• All decorations and construction materials must be non-combustible or flame retardant (documentation is required). This includes, but is not limited to, organize decorations such as mulch, hay bales, etc.
• Electronical devices must be installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with manufactures int ended use and applicable codes. In any case, electrical devices that create a hazard to life or property are not permitted.
• The use, display, or storage of flammable liquids, including LP gas, is prohibited except as authorized by local and state fire regulations. Complying vendors using propane for the purpose of authorized food
• Preparations are subject to the following limitations:
        • Compressed gas cylinders must be firmly secured in an upright position
        • Propane storage tanks may be no longer than 5 pounds per booth
        • Booths using propane shall be located no closer than 100 feet apart
        • Additional propane tanks must be stored outside of the building
        • Food preparation is not permitted in carpeted areas

HEALTH AND SAFETY

As a vendor, you must ensure the health, safety and welfare of your employees, contractors and visitors as far as is reasonably practical throughout the Show. You should also check that any contractors, suppliers, agents, etc. that you may be using have a Health & Safety Policy, suitable to the vendor environment.

Maintain emergency aisles through and to the center of the hall during move-in, show, and move-out.

  • All materials must be flame resistant. This includes, but is not limited to, drapes, curtains, table coverings, etc.
  • The building’s fire extinguishers, fire hoses and sprinkler closets must be visible and accessible even if they are in your booth.
  • Ensure portable electrical tools are used with the minimum length of trailing leads and that such equipment is not left unattended with a live power supply to it.
  • Forklifts are not to be used by anyone other than fully trained operators.
  • Chemicals and flammable liquids must be removed from the exhibition venue after use by the user or, in exceptional circumstances, brought to the attention of the venue cleaning department for safe and proper disposal. Such products must not be placed in general garbage bins.
  • All electrical work within the Hall to be carried out by the Organizers’ nominated contractor. Compliance with the OSHA Electricity at Work Regulations is mandatory

Booth Guidelines

Booth Planning 101 Video - Tips and Tricks about planning your booth space.

Booth Expectations
Please don’t forget company is coming! This is Christmas event, and we ask you to plan your space accordingly with holiday décor. We ask that everyone decorate their space to include décor, lights, trees, etc. We know from other shows that those booths that are decorated do better! The shoppers are feeling festive!

Exhibit booths will have an 8' draped back wall. On each side, a draped side rail will extend from the back of the booth to the front of the booth at a height of 3'. Drape color will be black. Aisle carpet will be green. Tables, chairs, electricity etc. are not included with the cost of your vendor booth. If you need to order booth materials, you can purchase them directly through LEXPO above in the Show Decorator Services section. If you need electricity, it can be ordered through LEXPO above in the Facility Ordering and Information section. 

 


Flooring
Click here for an informational sheet
Flooring is not included in the cost of your exhibit booth. It is mandatory that all exhibit booths are carpeted  or have some type of clean, professional-looking floor covering that covers 100% of the booth’s square  footage. Carpeting, Astroturf, hardwood, tile, vinyl flooring etc., may be used. Visqueen must be placed on the floor before laying bricks, patios, mulch, etc. Do not drill holes, nail glue or affix flooring to the concrete floor. Any damage to the Central Bank Center's floor will be repaired at the vendor's expense.

Table Skirting

Click Here for an informational sheet
It is mandatory that all tables are properly skirted. Skirting must go from the edge of the table to the floor on all four sides. All skirting must be pressed and neat. Use of plastic tablecloths, sheets, shower curtains or any type of “makeshift” tablecloths is not permitted. We strictly enforce this and will skirt all incorrectly skirted tables at the vendor’s expense.  All inventory and personal items must be stored COMPLETELY OUT OF SIGHT. Your booth should look professional and inviting to the attendee. Fern Expo is available to rent tables that will be properly skirted if needed for an additional charge.

 


Tents
Tents of any kind are not allowed as part of your display. Pop up tents are not allowed.

 


Signs
Sign height may not exceed 8’ (top of sign). Exhibitors wishing to hang signs over the 8’ height limit are subject to a $500 sponsorship fee which will include the hanging of the sign. If sign needs to be hung, venue needs to 5 have the sign in their possession for Tuesday morning move-in, as that is when rigging is scheduled. Your sign will be lowered and returned to you on Monday of move out. Lexpo will not schedule any sign hanging that hasn’t been approved by show management. If sign hanging requires rigging due to the size and weight of the sign, additional charges will apply. Please get sign approved prior to arriving onsite so you know whether to expect any additional charges. If you plan to have a sign or banner within your booth space and it will go above the 8’ pipe and drape, you are still required to pay the $500 sponsorship fee. And sign may be ONE sided only. Signs with writing or logos on both sides are NOT permitted. Feather flag signs of any kind must stay within booth space and cannot go above the 8’ pipe and drape.


Additional Inventory
All inventory and personal items must be stored COMPLETELY OUT OF SIGHT. Your booth should look professional and inviting to the attendee.


CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
Christmas Decorations are mandatory, add flair, increase sales, and add to the quality of the show. So, plan to decorate in the spirit of the holiday show. Exhibits not properly decorated may not be invited back to future shows.

 

 

ENHANCE YOUR COMPANY’S ONLINE VENDOR LISTING

Vendor List

Maximize your business’s exposure and attract more customers by upgrading your vendor listing. As a vendor, you have a basic listing live on the website, and now you can Enhance It! This is included in the contracted space cost and is no additional charge.

Within 24 hours, you will receive an automated email providing a link to elevate your listing. This link gives you the flexibility to make updates and changes to your listing as frequently as you like until one day after the show ends. Your listing will stay active for as long as you participate in the show.

If you have any questions regarding the online vendor listing or if you do not receive the email with the link, please email our digital coordinator at JenK@mpeshows.com.

For any assistance with your listing, please consult the FAQ section.

We believe this opportunity will greatly benefit your business and we are excited to assist in maximizing your presence at the show.

Learn more about the benefits of creating your enhanced listing.
GO FROM BASIC TO ENHANCED!

Sales Tax

Local Indiana Sales tax is 6%.

Retail Merchants Certificate/Sales Tax Forms - CLICK HERE

Social Media Tips

Click to read up on our Social Media Tips and find out lots of great ways to use Social Media to promote your presence at the Lexington Christmas + Gift Show!

SOCIAL MEDIA
#LetsGetSocial

Share your show pics or your holiday décor and celebrations with us.

Facebook icon   Instagram icon

Hashtags: #LexingtonChristmasGiftShow #ChristmasGiftShow


In efforts to protect potential joint customers from fraudulent events and scammers, we request that you do not create your own Facebook Event. This helps us manage ticket sales for the event and ensures that our team are available to support both exhibitors and potential attendees with any questions, comments, or concerns that they have. Please feel free to reach out to your show manager or show marketing manager with your companies’ Facebook page and we can add you as a co-host to the official event.

Click Here to go to our Facebook Page.

Click Here for the Social Media Marketing Kit

Ticket Information

COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS
All exhibitors will also receive 20 complimentary e-tickets to give to friends, family, & clients. No admission tickets will be handed out during move-in.

Complimentary tickets are NOT to be distributed in the LOBBIES, FOYERS or PARKING LOTS OF THE Central Bank Center. If complimentary tickets are given to visitors in these areas the exhibitor will not be allowed to exhibit in future events and may be asked to leave the current show immediately.

Use your tickets to invite potential customers to the show, as a thank you to good customers and for friends and family. 


WILL CALL

WILL CALL is located at the Show Entrance ONLY
Please leave your tickets in INDIVIDUALLY marked envelopes with FIRST AND LAST NAME for your guests.

EXHIBITOR BADGES ARE ONLY FOR EXHIBITORS. THEY MAY ONLY BE LEFT FOR PEOPLE WORKING YOUR BOOTH. ATTENDEES NEED AN ADMISSION TICKET.

 


 

INVITE YOUR CUSTOMERS TO SHOP THE SHOW!
CLICK HERE to download the photos that can be used for social media, email blasts, and website to promote your company's participation at the 2026 Lexington Christmas + Gift Show.

Click on the photos to enlarge picture. Right-click on the image and select save-as to save onto your computer.

VENDOR BADGES

 

Exhibitor badges are required to identify yourself as an authorized exhibitor. Exhibitors will not be allowed access during show days without a badge. This is a ticketed event. If an exhibitor does not have an exhibitor badge, he/she will be asked to purchase an admission ticket.
• Five (5) exhibitor badges are provided for less than 400 square feet.
• Ten (10) exhibitor badges are provided for 400 square feet of space or more. Exhibitor badges are not required during move-in.

There will be and $5.50 charge for each additional vendor badge ordered. Click Here for the additional badge order form.

You are encouraged to drop off your badge each night in the Show Office, so that your company does not run out of badges. Badges can be used one time per day.

Vendor badges MUST BE PRESENTED TO DOOR GUARDS STARTING AT 9:00AM November 13th, 2026, AND

THROUGHOUT THE DURATION OF THE SHOW. 

INSURANCE

Show Management is insured against public liability and property damage claims arising out of the conduct of the show. This insurance does not cover vendors’ property, which is placed on display at the vendor’s risk. Every reasonable precaution will be taken to protect vendors’ properties, but Show Management nor Central Bank Center accept responsibility for any losses due to fire, theft, robbery, damage, accident, or other causes. Ensure you are adequately insured. Please refer to items #4 and 5 on your vendor contract/application or contact Show Management if you have questions.

VENDORS MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE INSURANCE FOR THEIR OWN PERSONNEL, EXHIBITS AND MATERIALS AGAINST ALL SUCH HAZARDS.

Click Here to purchase vendor insurance. Questions? Contact - kmonahan@risk-strategies.com

SCAM WARNING

There have been a number of spam emails offering our attendee lists. These are scams and the senders are unauthorized to use the Marketplace Events’ name. These scammers are attempting to receive monies from exhibiting companies without providing anything in return. These emails are not approved by Marketplace Events, and Marketplace Events would never ask for bank information or other sensitive information over email.  

CLICK HERE for more information.

 


 

MPE Exhibit/Product Acceptability Standards (USA)

Marketplace Events (MPE) wants to make clear its position on what content will not be permitted on its exhibit floors in all its US consumer home and holiday shows effective January 1, 2024. MPE shows are welcoming environments built solely to encourage face-to-face commerce. Creating respectful, safe marketplaces where our attendees and exhibitors can come together to learn, shop, compare pricing and do business together is our highest priority.

MPE’s acceptability standards do not permit political candidates, parties or other groups promoting issues or ballot initiatives to participate as exhibitors. In addition, the display or sale of any products or services that are political/partisan in nature or that can be interpreted to promote, incite, or glorify hatred, violence, racial, sexual, or religious intolerance are prohibited. MPE’s judgment in applying these standards will be final.

MPE maintains these policies to ensure a welcoming environment for all attendees and exhibitors.