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WELCOME TO THE 2026 CALGARY HOME + GARDEN SHOW EXHIBITOR KIT
ATTENTION EXHIBITORS:
- No vehicles allowed on the show floor without permission from show management.
- No children are allowed on the show floor during move in or move out as it is considered a construction zone during these times.
- Electrical for your booth is purchased through Calgary Stampede
- Tents and canopies are not permitted as part of your booth display
- Flooring for your booth is mandatory
GENERAL INFORMATION
2026 Show Hours
| Show Days: | Show Hours: | Exhibitor Access: |
| Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 8 am |
| Friday. February 27, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 11 am |
| Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm | 9 am |
| Sunday March 1, 2026 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | 9 am |
Exhibitor access to the show floor is only allowed 1 HOUR prior to show open on show days with the exception to opening day with your exhibitor badge.
Show Venue
Calgary Exhibition + Stampede
BMO Centre, Stampede Park
20 Roundup Way SE
Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
Phone: 403-261-0377
Show Office
Room #101
The Calgary Home Shows team is ONLY at this location during the week of the Show: Monday, February 23 - Monday, March 1, 2026.
2026 CHGS SHOW FLOOR PLAN
EXHIBITOR BADGES
All exhibitors need to display their badge on show days to gain admittance to the show floor.
Exhibitors are given the minimum number of badges allotted to their booth automatically (see chart below) with no
form needing to be filled out. If the number of badges needed for your staff doesn't exceed the amount shown below, then simply have your staff check in at the Show Office before the show opens to receive their badge(s).
Please note that badges do not display exhibitor or company names but there is room to put in your personal business card.
| 100 square feet | = | 6 free badges |
| 200 square feet | = | 8 free badges |
| 300 square feet | = | 10 free badges |
| 400 square feet | = | 12 free badges |
Each additional 100 square feet gets an additional 2 badges.
If you need more than the number of badges allotted to your booth, then please fill out the Extra Exhibitor Badge Form and send to Zoe no later than February 6, 2026 and we will have them ready for you at check in.
DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BADGES IN YOUR BOOTH as you need them to gain access to the show floor. Replacement badges are $10 each if lost, left at home,
left in booth, a dog ate them etc.
BOOTH GUIDELINES
Review the booth guidelines to make sure your booth is designed to meet Marketplace Events and Calgary Stampede Event Services' standards:
- Booth Design Guidelines
- Calgary Stampede Safety Guidelines
- Calgary Fire Department Indoor Special Event Requirements
- City of Calgary Open Flame Permit
- Sheds, Canopies, Temporary Structures - Calgary Fire Department
- Natural Gas Rules and Regulations
Please note that the Calgary Fire Department requires all materials (sheds, temporary structures including signage in and hung above a booth) must be approved for indoor use and have a permanently attached label indicating conformance to CAN/ULC–S109, “Flame Tests of Flame-Resistant Fabrics and Films.”
BOOTH AWARDS & TIPS!
Each year, the Calgary Home + Garden Show awards seven exhibitors, each in a different category, for standing out from their competition and peers. The categories for the booth awards are listed below, accompanied by the criteria our panel of judges look for when selecting the winning booth and company. We value all of the hard work our exhibitors put in to create their displays and design their spaces and award those who go above and beyond to put their best foot forward.
| Best In Show | Regardless of size, this booth displays the most unique display and design of any other in the show. |
| Best Large Space | This award goes out to the best booth that is 400 square feet or larger. |
| Best Medium Space | This award goes out to the best booth between 200 - 399 square feet. |
| Best Small Space | This award goes out to the best booth between 100 - 199 square feet. |
| Best Landscaping | Regardless of size, this booth displays the most unique display and design in landscaping of any other in the show. |
| Rookie of the Year | This award goes out to a New Exhibitor who had a great display. |
Things we look for:
• Meeting basic booth standards/expectations – height, signage, flooring, layout, etc
• Full floor covering (no subfloor, concrete or terracover exposed) and quality of floor covering
• Hard wall display (not mandatory but helps in the presentation of a professional display)
• Signage and signage quality
• No exposed studs or wiring (inside and outside booth)
• Paint and paint quality –
taking the time to edge, tape seams, make the paint job look professional
• Wall quality – no visible damage
• Creativity and thought evident in booth design
ELECTRICAL | PLUMBING | INTERNET
CALGARY STAMPEDE EVENT SERVICES
Click HERE for 2026 Calgary Stampede Online Ordering - Coming Soon!
Deadline for Early Bird Pricing (orders made after this date will be subject to a price increase): Coming Soon!
Services Available:
- Signage Hanging
- Electrical
- Ceiling Lighting
- Floor Lighting
- Plumbing
- Telecommunications
- Internet and Computer Rentals
- Water Hookups
- Holding Tank Rental
Other Calgary Stampede Information:
Any exhibitor that would like to sample any food or beverage items (coffee, snacks etc) must fill out Calgary Stampede's Sample form. Click HERE for the form. Please send the completed form to eventservices@calgarystampede.com and include zoew@mpeshows.com. The form must be submitted no later than January 26, 2025.
Find Your Way Through Stampede Park - Calgary Stampede Park Map
Booth Bites Program
Menus will be available on site at the Calgary Stampede Order Desk or through the Exhibitor Concierge team who will present on the floor during move-in and for the duration of the event. Payment (credit/debit) will be required when placing the order.
Exhibitors will have to place their orders at least 2 hours before the meal service daily. It will allow time for the kitchen team to prepare their meals, make the packages and make sure that everything is displayed perfectly for when the food is delivered to the exhibitors.
The Exhibitor Concierge team will provide the delivery of every “lunch box” directly to the exhibitors’ booths. These customized deliveries will be available at 2 different times options for every meal. This will allow exhibitors to take their break at their convenience, according to the hours of operation of the event.
DECORATOR SERVICES
The Calgary Home Shows partners with a show decorator who has furnishings and services that are available to exhibitors. Contact information and more details coming soon!
Services Available:
- Furnishings (tables, chairs, etc.)
- Carpet & Under Padding
- Specialty Furnishings
- Exhibits and Accessories (Booths)
- Signs and Graphics
- In-Booth Forklift Service
- AV Equipment/Services
- Janitorial Services
SHIPPING, RECEIVING & CUSTOMS FORMS
Cross Connect Customs & Event Logistics is the Show's official Transport and Custom's Broker. Please contact them at info@crossconnectcl.com or (416) 639-2176 if you require shipping or transportation. If you are planning to ship crates or items to the show, please be mindful of the following:
- Calgary Stampede does not accept packages more than 1 day prior to the show. All packages and crates must be prepaid, labeled, and addressed correctly. Please click HERE for details about shipping to Calgary Stampede.
- The official Show Decorator is able to accept shipping and/or crates should you need to ship them earlier. Details and information coming soon!
Shipping Internationally?
Marketplace Events has registered the show with the CBSA Conventions Program so special duty-free and tax-free importation privileges have been granted for the show. Please contact Cross Connect & Event Logistics if you have any questions or require assistance with clearing your goods into Canada using these special privileges.
Order Form and Commercial Invoice
Canadian Border Services Event Letter of Recognition - Coming soon!
ENHANCE YOUR COMPANY’S ONLINE EXHIBITOR LISTING
Maximize your business’s exposure and attract more customers by upgrading your exhibitor listing. As an exhibitor, 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 exhibitor 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!
Introducing the QR Code!
The QR Code Program is an innovative way to boost leads generated onsite at the show. It enables show attendees to scan a QR code, which we print and place in front of your booth, to easily view and save your company information. We create the QR code for you, there is nothing needed from you for this. View Video
Learn More...
REQUIRED READING & FORMS
Forms to Return
| Form | Details | Due |
| Safety Regulations Consent Form | Please read the Workplace Health & Safety Bulletin prior to completion of form | February 6, 2026 |
| Contest Request Form | Any company wishing to hold a prize give-away or contest of any kind at the Show, must complete and submit this form for approval. | February 6, 2026 |
| Extra Exhibitor Badge Form | Require additional Badges? Complete this form and submit it to Zoe. | February 6, 2026 |
Required Reading
| Form | Details | Due |
| Rules and Regulations without Global | Important Rules, Regulations & FAQ's for the show, services and venue. | N/A |
| Exhibitor Listing | Have you completed enhancing your online company listing? Your Online listing is what Consumers will see about your company before attending the show. Please reach out to Jen if you do not have your unique link. | ASAP |
Other Important Reading:
CFD - Indoor Event Special Requirements
SHOW INSURANCE
Proof of trade show insurance is mandatory. Please email a COI to Zoe to keep on file before February 6, 2026. Your provider should be able to do this fairly quickly.
- Insurance must include exhibitor/vendor or trade show coverage (speak to your provider to see if you are covered for this already, or if you need extra coverage)
- Move in and move out dates must be included in your coverage
- Liability coverage should be for a minimum of $2 million
- We require that we are listed on your policy as additionally insured. Please ensure we are listed as:
Marketplace Events LLC
PO Box 70060 Rimrock Plaza PO
Toronto, ON M3J 0H3
If you are looking for a provider, these providers all have exhibitor insurance options: Hub Insurance, PAL, duuo, Zensurance
EXHIBITOR MOVE IN AND MOVE OUT
The Calgary Home Shows and BMO Centre use Voyage Control to facilitate a smooth move in for exhibitors. Within Voyage Control, you will book a specific date and time to bring your vehicle to the loading apron (please note that vehicles are not allowed on the show floor without prior approval from Show Management, dollies are available to bring items to your booth). If you have not created a profile in Voyage Control before, you will need to do so before booking your time. The Calgary Home Shows will send emails containing booking codes and times approximately 4 weeks before the show. If you did not receive the email, please check your junk folder, or contact your Exhibit Sales Consultant.
“Should I book a move in time even if I only have a few items to unload?”.....Yes! To ensure a smooth and stress-free move in; please book a time at the loading aprons, even if it ‘s just a few items.
Please note, the BMO Centre will not allow access through the front entrance or side doors.
Move Out Dates and Hours:
Sunday, January 11, 2026 7PM - 10PM
Monday, January 12, 2026 8AM - 12PM
Removal or dismantling of exhibits or exhibit materials is NOT permitted before the closing of the show (6PM on Sunday). Exhibitors may face disciplinary action if found breaking this rule.
You do not need to book a move out time. At 6:01pm, you may start dismantling your booth. After 7 pm, carpets are rolled up and dollies/forklifts etc may be used for your items. To bring your car to the apron, Stampede staff must see that your booth is completely dismantled, once confirmed, you can pull up your vehicle.
The halls are considered a construction zone during these hours. Absolutely no children under the age of 14 are permitted on the show floor during this time.
PARKING
Calgary Stampede no longer has parking passes as the City of Calgary now manages the lots. Parking is $18 per day, with the exception of the Remington lot off of 11th Ave SE, which is discounted to $12 per day. Click HERE for the Calgary Parking website.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
The following items are required if you are a food and alcohol or non alcohol beverage exhibitor. Please look through the Special Events Food Vendor Package HERE to see what applies to you. You may also need this information to complete the form:
Event Name: Calgary Renovation Show
Event Address: BMO Centre, 20 Round Up Way SE, Calgary
Organizer Name: Zoe Watters
Organizer Phone Number: 587.674.1975
Organizer Email: zoew@mpeshows.com
Food and Non Alcoholic Beverage Exhibitors:
Caterers, restaurants, bakeries, café, etc.: Exhibitors who use commercial kitchens, please read the information and fill out the form HERE no later than January 26, 2026.
Mobile Vendors (Food truck, mobile cart, etc.) Submit your business name & decal numbers to Zoe no later than January 26, 2026.
Low Risk Home Prepared Vendor (must only make low risk food & must make it out of your unpermitted home kitchen). Read more information HERE. Please submit the business name, contact name, phone number, email, and full home address (this is ONLY shared with AHS) to Zoe no later than January 26, 2026.
Are you planning to sample your goods? Or perhaps you'd like to offer potential clients a coffee or a treat? Calgary Stampede and AHS require you fill out the forms below and submit no later that January 26, 2026. Please send the Stampede Liquor Sampling Permit Form to eventservices@calgarystampede.com (include zoew@mpeshows.com). Samples are restricted to a 2-ounce liquid portion (maximum) or a toothpick size food portion (maximum). Calgary Exhibition and AHS reserves the right to close any concession not following regulations.
Stampede Food Sampling Application
AHS Special Event Vendor Notification
Alcoholic Beverage Exhibitors:
Please fill out the following forms. Please send the Stampede Liquor Sampling Permit Form to eventservices@calgarystampede.com (include zoew@mpeshows.com) no later than January 26, 2026.
Stampede Liquor Sampling Permit Form
AHS Special Event Vendor Notification
Other food and beverage information:
Use of Cooking & Warming Devices
Guidelines for Indoor Event Demonstration Cooking
SOCIAL MEDIA
#LetsGetSocial
Share your show pics or your home reno projects with us.
Hashtags: #YYCHomeShow #CalgaryHomeShow #CHGS26
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 Event - Coming Soon!
Click Here for the Social Media Marketing Kit - Coming Soon!
TRAFFIC DRIVERS
Web Button: Increase traffic to your website with our free online button linking your customers to discounted tickets to the show. Let us know when our button is posted on your website, and we will email you 10 free tickets to the show.
*Please note the ticket purchase page will be live closer to the show*
Deadline: February 6, 2026
Follow These Easy Steps:
- Right click on button (below) and save
- Load image onto your website
- Hyperlink the image links to our Ticket website: https://calgaryrenovationshow.mpetickets.com/
- Email Zoe Watters with a link to your website to verify the web button has been added
Request a Promo Code: Offer your Social media followers, clients, friends and family a discounted price on tickets by letting them know your promo code. Email Zoe Watters for more information.
Exclusive Advertising Opportunities:
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Call us if you have any problems or if you want to discuss any other easy cross-marketing opportunities.
SCAM WARNING
As per our privacy policy, Marketplace Events is a permission-based email sender. We do not share, rent, or sell any email lists.
We strongly recommend that all exhibitors be extremely vigilant when it comes to giving your information to any company that you are not familiar with. If you have any questions about whether or not a company is warranted in reaching out to you regarding your participation in the Show(s), please don't hesitate to reach out to your Exhibit Sales Consultant
CLICK HERE for more information.