EXPO Trivia

EXPO 2008 Featured:

  • 500 Indoor Booths
  • 15 Outdoor Booths
  • 286 EXHIBITORS
  • 98 HONOR EXHIBITORS
  • 76-Page Program Book with 99 Advertisers
  • Nearly 6,000 SHOW ATTENDEES - from 30 states!
  • 50 Quality SEMINARS / MEETINGS
  • 9 After Hours Reception Sponsors
  • 1 EXPOsure Sponsor

Show History

EXPO celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2004.  We invite you to take a
look at our history recapped in an article from the 2004 show program.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next EXPO?

Wednesday, March 25, 2009 ~ 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 26, 2009 ~ 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

What type of people attend or exhibit at EXPO?
EXPO is the only West Virginia trade show for the Construction, Engineering, and Architectural industries.

How many people attend?
EXPO 2008 had nearly 6,000 attendees from various states.

What is the admission charge?
EXPO charges no admission fee to qualified attendees.

What is the price of a booth?
EXPO 2008 Booths were available in 10'x10' increments at the following rates. 
               We do not anticipate a significant increase for 2009.

$650 per booth for 1 to 5 booths
$550 per booth for 6 or more booths.

Options:

Carpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

$ 65 per section
Standard Telephone Line . . . . . . . . $125
Digital/Wireless Telephone . . . . . . $125
High-Speed Data/Internet Line . . . $125
Water/Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 40

A $50 per booth early payment discount may be deducted if
the contract is received and paid in full by January 15, 2009.

Download a printable .pdf  Booth Contract.

What is included in the booth rental fee?
In addition to advertising and promotion, the following items are provided at no additional cost:

  • Back drapes and side curtains as required
  • Unlimited number of 110 and 220 volt electrical outlets
  • Brochures for distribution to customers
  • Assistance in set-up and take-down of exhibit (fork lift)
  • Tables and chairs
  • Table skirts and table cloths
  • Daily maintenance of booth (rental carpets only)
  • Exhibitor Service Center offering full-time, friendly staff,
    refreshments and telephones
  • Listing in "Professional Directory" section of the Show Program 
  • Listing on this website and linked to your website
  • Parking pass (one per booth)

Where is the show held?

Charleston Civic Center
200 Civic Center Drive ~ Charleston, WV 25301
Take a Look!

This building is within less than one-half block from
Interstates I-64, I-77 and I-79.

Are there hotels located close?
EXPO is convenienly located close to several major hotels. Please see the "Local Hotels" section for a listing of hotels that EXPO recommends.

Does EXPO offer seminars and meetings?
EXPO has become a meeting ground for numerous trade associations and professional societies. A large number of seminars will be available, many offering continuing education credit. You may refer to the "Daily Seminars" section of this web page for a review of our EXPO 2008 seminars. Seminar information for our next show will be posted as soon as it becomes available!

How do I contact EXPO?
Should you have any questions or require additional information, please contact any of the sponsoring organizations, or the office at:

EXPO
2114 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Charleston, West Virginia 25311
(304) 342-EXPO (3976)
(304) 342-SHOW (7469) FAX
expo@wvexpo.com