2016 Exhibitor Information
A bluegrass music experience like no other in the world!
ą¬¯ *YBQ OPPORTUNITIES for World of Bluegrass 2016 World of Bluegrass Expo
The is the central gathering place to browse the latest industry wares, conduct business, and network. Take advantage of opportunities to connect with over 20,000 attendees who will be walking through the exhibit hall over four days.
Audience Engagement that's right for YOU! Tailor your engagement with World of Bluegrass attendees with one of these exhibit options:
Full Week
Full Week Exhibitors have the best of both worlds, with increased traffic and easy access to both Business Conference attendees and weekend festival goers.
B2Business Conference Expo
Business-to-business engagement is critical to building and sustaining relationships in the bluegrass music industry. Open to business conference attendees only, delivering a concentrated audience from all sectors of the industry.
Wide Open Expo
The audience for bluegrass consumer and pro-sumer products is steadily growing, and Wide Open Expo is the premier opportunity to reach them!
Schedule Wednesday, Septemebr 28 Thursday, September 29 Friday, September 30 Saturday, October 1
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 6:00 pm 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
A Quality Exhibit Space right for YOU! The Bluegrass Expo takes place in Exhibit Hall C in the state-of-the-art and environmentally friendly Raleigh Convention Center. With over 46,000 square feet, the Expo can house up to 150 exhibitors with 10'X10', 10'X20', and 20'X20' booth sizes available. Booth Rental Includes - Rental of the square footage area for the booth space for the full rental period. - Clothed and skirted 6ft. table (number provided may vary according to booth size). - Wastebasket and Folding Chairs. - Skirted dividers and backdrop (vary according to booth size). - One (1) Three-day Conference Registration (for Full Week and B2Business Conference exhibitors only). - Two (2) Exhibitor Assistant passes (includes acces to Exhibit Hall and Bluegrass Ramble Showcases.
Logistics Load In
Tuesday, 9/27 Noon - 8:00 PM Wednesday, 9/28 8:00 AM - Noon Thursday, 9/29 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Weekend-Only Exhibitors) Friday, 9/30 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Weekend-Only Exhibitors; NO Loading Dock Access—Hand Carry Only)
Load Out
Thursday, 9/29 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (B2B-Only Exhibitors) Saturday, 10/1 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (NO Loading Dock Access Hand Carry Only) Sunday, 10/2 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
For More Information Contact Eddie Huffman
[email protected] 1-888-GET-IBMA
Concessions will be available for purchase in the Exhibit Hall space, coffee & light snacks Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and a lunch/ dinner menu on Friday and Saturday
eVeNt INFORMATION for World of Bluegrass 2016 IBMA Business Conference Tuesday-thursday, sept 27-29, 2016 The IBMA Business Conference is the premier industry event and trade show where top bluegrass professionals— including artists, agents, journalists, merchandisers, record labels, publicists, publishers, talent buyers and more— come to share and discover the latest tools, strategies, technology and sounds. The IBMA business conference: network, promote, and discover. • Cutting-edge seminars, panels and workshops on business models, marketing, digital media, contract negotiation and more. • Health Fair with free dental exams and custom ear plug fittings. • Special events, including the Gig Fair (like speed dating for artists and talent buyers), DJ Taping Session, and Song Demo Listening Session • Town Hall Meeting and Special constituency meetings with fellow professionals in your field. • Keynote address and reception • Momentum and Special Awards luncheons • Networking receptions and Happy Hours
Bluegrass Ramble Evening Showcases Tuesday-thursday, sept 27-29, 2016 The Bluegrass Ramble is IBMA’s innovative showcase series in club venues in downtown Raleigh. With over 200 showcase performances, the Ramble is the premier platform for introducing talent and new material to the bluegrass community. Venues include: Lincoln Theater, The Pour House, Kings, Architect Bar, Vintage Church, and the Raleigh Convention Center. Ramble along and catch some of the hottest acts shaping bluegrass music today!
International Bluegrass Music Awards thursday, SEPT 29, 2016 The International Bluegrass Music Awards Show is the biggest night on the bluegrass Calendar. The Awards recognize outstanding achievement and pioneering efforts in the genre, and the best in bluegrass perform for an always packed house. Be sure to grab tickets quickly for this one. Celebrate bluegrass music at the IBMA Awards!
Wide Open Bluegrass Festival Friday-Saturday, Sept 30-Oct 1, 2016 Wide Open Bluegrass (presented by PNC Bank) is the urban bluegrass music festival that closes out the IBMA's World of Bluegrass week in beautiful downtown Raleigh! The festival features the best in our traditional and acoustic music community. Up to half of the net proceeds support the Bluegrass Trust Fund, a non-profit organization helping bluegrass professionals in times of need. In addition to the stellar ticketed main stage, the festival now includes a FREE street festival.
LUEGRASS MUSIC reigns during World of Bluegrass week-truly a bluegrass experience like no other in the world. For more event details and ticket/registration information, visit ibma.org/ world-of-bluegrass.
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