2024 FXBG BOAT & WATERSPORT EXPO
JANUARY 12-14th, 2024
at the Fredericksburg Convention Center
Boat Dealers / Kayaks / Watersports/ Water Activities
We are looking for any and all that are in the water world to be a part of our event. We want to provide the public with as many boat dealers and fun activities for all to get involved in.
Handcrafters / Direct Sales/ Gift Vendors
We are looking for all those that fall in the boating/water industry categories - whether it is hand made, merchandise, food brands etc. We need to fill the hall with all boat and water sport related vendors. If you fall in this category, we would love to have you with us! Food Vendors that produce their own products are included in the handcrafted category. Food Vendors are required to obtain the proper permits from the Health Department - this is the responsibility of the vendor themselves - 540-899-4142. For the buy/sell/gift category - This is a first come, first serve. We will only ONE vendor per direct sales company into the show. For Ex: we will only allow one Scentsy rep, one Thirty-One Rep, etc. There will not be 2 of the same in the show and we are limiting the amount of gift vendors into the show as well.
Submit one (1) photograph of your merchandise with application and at least a 50% deposit of the booth fee. All applications will be reviewed before being accepted into the show.
Photos may be used in event promotion.
Commercial Vendors (Limited Availability)
There will be a limited number of Commercial Vendors accepted. Commercial Vendors include those that offer a service that is not a hand craft. Such are home improvement, Subscription Sign ups, etc.
For All Vendors
All applications will be reviewed before being accepted into the show. All applications require a 50% deposit of the booth fee. The remaining balance is due on or before September 29th, 2022 and credit card on file will be automatically charged.
Setup is scheduled for Thursday, January 12th from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. We will offer move in on Friday morning from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. All Vendors needs to be ready by 12:30pm. Show hours are as follows:
Friday: January 12th: 1pm - 7pm
Saturday: January 13th: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: January 14th: 10am - 3pm.
There is absolutely no breaking down early. You must man your booth at all times.
Booth displays should be done in a professional manner and be inviting. Flat table top displays do not do well so try to do some elevations. Displays, materials and stored items must stay contained within the booth and may not block the aisles.
Displays must stay assembled and product must be available until the end of the show.
All vendors need to comply with State of Virginia tax laws available online at www.tax.virginia.gov & business owners are responsible for collecting and reporting of taxes. For State Tax filing, the Fredericksburg Expo Center is located in the City of Fredericksburg.
Electricity is NOT included in your booth space but you can order it from the Fredericksburg Expo Center directly. Exhibitor Forms will be sent to you at a later time. Bulk Dealers - only space is provided. Booth Vendors: you will get one topped and skirted table and 2 chairs with your booth.
If your application is not accepted, you will be notified via email. Your credit card will not be charged.