Event Location
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Event Dates & Times
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Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 439-5382
Venue Website
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Fri: 3/11 2pm - 7pm
Sat: 3/12 9am - 7pm
Sun: 3/13 9am - 4pm
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Show Office
Exhibitor Check-In
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Located in the main lobby on 2nd Level pass the ticket booths
** Exhibitors must check-in in the show office before starting to set up to indicate their arrival, confirm booth, and receive their booth staff badges
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OSSE Expo Show Office
For general show inquiries contact Exhibitor Services:
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Thurs: 3/10 11am - 7pm
Fri: 3/11 8am - 1pm
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Additional
Set-up & breakdown info
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- If need to set-up your booth outside of the normal exhibitor move-in times, please contact exhibitor services at least 1 week prior to event to receive early move in instructions.
- Please note, there is no guarantee we can accommodate an early move-in time. We will do our best to work with the venue and our decorator to accommodate the best we can.
- Booths vacant after 1pm on 3/11 are considered abandoned and are subject to being filled by companies from a waiting list.
- To inform of a late arrival and receive instructions on set-up at a later time, contact Exhibitor Services
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Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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All Exhibiting Booths must be completely set-up no later than 1pm on Mar. 11, unless pre-arranged by Event Management
No Exhibitor is allowed to breakdown their booth prior to 4pm Mar. 13. An exhibitor can consolidate your booth, however you are required per your booth terms & conditions of your agreement to occupy your booth throughout the entire event.
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Sales Office
Booth Space Renewal for 2023
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Located in the main lobby pass the show office
Exhibitor that have sales related inquiries for 2022 and 2023
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Your Sales Account Managers
Brandon Censky
brandon.censky@bonniercorp.com
Frank Smith
frank.smith@bonniercorp.com
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Fri: 3/11 2pm - 7pm
Sat: 3/12 9am - 7pm
Sun: 3/13 9am - 4pm
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Booth Electrical Order Requests
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opconventioncenter.com/exhibitor-services/
To order services:
- Click the link above
- Scroll down to Open Season Sportsman’s Expo in the March calendar dates
- Click on “ Order Services” button
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Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 339-3030
Venue Website
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Advance Rate Ends:
March 1, 2022
Onsite Rate Begins:
On March 2, 2022
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Booth Internet, Wi-Fi, Phone Order Requests
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opconventioncenter.com/exhibitor-services/
To order services:
- Click the link above
- Scroll down to Open Season Sportsman’s Expo in the March calendar dates
- Click on “ Order Services” button
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Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 339-3030
Venue Website
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Advance Rate Ends:
March 1, 2022
Onsite Rate Begins:
On March 2, 2022
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Parking
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Parking is FREE
- Oversized trailers will have a designated Back of the parking lot next to the building
- Exhibitors can also park in the parking garage on the back side of the venue as well
- Please allow attendees to park in front of the Overland Park Convention Center
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Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 439-5382
Venue Website
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Exhibitor Entrance
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- Best access point for exhibitors is through the double doors next to the overhead doors.
- We will have a security guard checking badges at that entrance. If you do not have your badge yet, your company must be on the list the guard will have to check against as well.
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Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 439-5382
Venue Website
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Unloading & Loading
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- Thursday - Cars & small vans can drive in with permission through overhead doors weather permitting.
- Keeping your safety (and other exhibitor booths in mind), cut off time for driving in on Thursday will be determined by our floor manager.
- Friday - No driving into the building.
- Bring your own dollies and hand carts. The facility only has a handful of carts to share
- DO NOT set up your booth as you unload.
- Unload first, park your vehicle, then set up your booth.
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OSSE Expo Show Office
For general show inquiries contact Exhibitor Services:
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Large Equipment Unloading
Decorator
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- If you have large equipment that requires unique unloading needs please contact us before the expo so we can schedule you to move in before the designated setup times.
- If your booth setup requires the use of a fork lift please contact Expo Services in advance to setup a time for forklift use. There is discount pricing for advance orders.
- You may order forklift service on-site, but you should expect long waits and paying regular rates.
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Link to Decorator Order Kit
(Exhibit Code: OSSEKS)
General Exposition Services
Ph: 610-495-8866
Fax: 610-495-8870
Email: info@generalexposition.com
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Discount Deadline Date:
Friday,
February 25, 2022
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Tear Down Times & Info
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Absolutely NO early tear down.
- All exhibits must remain setup and in place until the official close of the expo.
- Exhibitors leaving early will lose their booth choice for next year.
- Exhibitors must be out no later than Midnight on Sunday evening.
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OSSE Expo Show Office
For general show inquiries contact Exhibitor Services:
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
General Exposition Services
Ph: 610-495-8866
Fax: 610-495-8870
Email: info@generalexposition.com
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Sun. 3/13
4p-Midnight
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Booth Staff
Show Credentials
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Exhibitors are eligible to receive up to four (4) wristbands for the first 10’x10’ booth space.
Non-profit organizations receive up to six (6) wristbands for the first 10’x10’ booth space.
- Exhibitors are eligible to receive up to two (2) extra wristbands for each additional 10’x10’ booth space.
- Maximum of 10 wristbands per exhibitor.
- Extra and replacement wristbands are $10.00 each.
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NO ONE will be admitted into the exhibit hall without the appropriate wristband.
For the security of your products, EVERYONE working in a booth MUST HAVE and WEAR an exhibitor wristband during ALL EXPO HOURS.
Door guards will check wristbands every day when you enter the building - wristbands should be immediately visible for easiest, fastest admittance.
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Booth Staff Show Credentials will be available for pick-up at the Show Office during Exhibitor Check-in.
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Table, Chairs, Forklift
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- Tables and chairs are not included with booth space rental and are available to rent form the show decorator or you may bring your own.
- Onsite rental rates apply after the discount deadline date.
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Link to Decorator Order Kit
(Exhibit Code: OSSEKS)
General Exposition Services
Ph: 610-495-8866
Fax: 610-495-8870
Email: info@generalexposition.com
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Discount Deadline Date:
Friday,
February 25, 2022
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Drapery Colors
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- Backdrops and side curtains will be black and red
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Link to Decorator Order Kit
(Exhibit Code: OSSEKS)
General Exposition Services
Ph: 610-495-8866
Fax: 610-495-8870
Email: info@generalexposition.com
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Shipping To The Facility
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- Contact the decorator
- Send to Expo Services until deadline
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Link to Decorator Order Kit
(Exhibit Code: OSSEKS)
General Exposition Services
Ph: 610-495-8866
Fax: 610-495-8870
Email: info@generalexposition.com
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Advanced Deadline: TBD
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Driving Directions
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For driving directions to the Overland Park Convention Center, visit our website
- 6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
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Venue Website
Additional Transportation Info:
Overland Travel
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Hotels
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- Discounted hotel rates with partner hotels, amenities, and dining options can be found on our website.
- Remember to say Open Season Sportsman’s Expo to receive the best rate
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Book Now!
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Camping
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N/A
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N/A
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Re-Stocking
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Hand carts and dollies can be used to re-stock before the show, 8 am - 9 am.
- If you need to restock your booth during show hours you must carry all items into the facility by hand.
- NO use of hand carts or dollies are allowed during the expo.
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Link to Decorator Order Kit
(Exhibit Code: OSSEKS)
General Exposition Services
Ph: 610-495-8866
Fax: 610-495-8870
Email: info@generalexposition.com
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8a - 9a daily
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Insurance (COI)
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We NO longer charge for booth insurance.
- It is up to you to provide us with a Certificate of Insurance (COI) by March 3, 2022, two weeks before the event.
- You can submit your COI to Exhibitor Services via E-mail.
If you do not have business insurance, you can purchase insurance for this event from Exhibitor Insurance:
If you do have business insurance already, send the criteria and language below to your insurance agent and they will prepare a COI for you:
- All exhibitors must carry $1,000,000 liability insurance
- Description Section: 2022 Open Season Sportman's Expo Kansas, March 11-13, 2022. Bonnier Corporation and their subsidiaries, parent companies and affiliates; Global Spectrum, L.P. and the Owner Global Spectrum, L.P., the City of Overland Park, Kansas, and the Overland Park Convention Center as additional insured’s 6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211 as additional insured.
- Certificate Holder listed as: Bonnier LLC, 517 N. Virginia Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
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Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
If you need to obtain a Certificate of Insurance for the event, you can click HERE to complete for an additional cost.
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Mar 3, 2022
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Gasoline Engines
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Fuel in the tank shall not exceed ¼ of tank capacity or 5 gallons of gas, whichever is less
- The fuel cap must be taped shut.
- At least one battery terminal must be disconnected and tapped
- Visqueen or other protective covering must be placed underneath vehicle
- Transfer of fuel is not allowed on the Convention center floor.
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OSSE Show Office
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Fire Regulations
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Exhibits must comply with all local, state and federal fire codes as they apply.
- Only fire-proof material should be used as decoration in displays.
- Contact the Convention Center for specific fire regulations and codes.
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Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 439-5382
Venue Website
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Security
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We will maintain security for the facility during expo hours and at night.
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OSSE Show Office
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Firearms
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- Firearms on display accessible to the attending public must be modified so they cannot be discharged.
- Ammunition sales regulations vary from facility to facility. Check with Monroe Civic Center
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Link to Firearms Guidelines
Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 439-5382
Venue Website
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Pets
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- Live animals are not allowed in the building unless they are an approved exhibit, display or performance.
- Owners are responsible for the cleanup, waste removal and any damage done by animals.
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OSSE Show Office
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Sound Control
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- Any DVD’s, music, or other audio devices including duck and turkey callers, must be kept to a minimum.
- Please respect your neighboring exhibitors and avoid sound pollution.
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OSSE Show Office
Andrea Blood & Tina Rollins
Exhibitor Services Managers
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Raffles
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Note: The show office does not page winners for raffles and will not announce raffles.
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Taxes/
Selling
Products
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- 2022 Tax Rate - 0.091
- Kansas requires that all persons and entities making retail sales in Kansas, collect and remit sales tax, even if selling only one time per year. This includes not-for-profit organizations.
- Tax information is subject to change
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Link to Sales Tax Info & Form
Link to Sales Tax Tip Sheet
Kansas Department of Revenue
Att: Special Events
7600 W 119th St, Suite A
Overland Park, KS 66213
(913) 942-3063
KDOR Website
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Event Tax Return
Form Due
to KDOR
April 12, 2022
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Food Sales & Sampling
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All food sales and distribution must be approved by Open Season Sportsman's Expo in advance.
- Each vendor must submit a temporary food service application two weeks prior to the event and may require an inspection before the show opens.
- Securing of all necessary licenses, permits, etc. is the responsibility of the exhibitor.
- Food and beverage samples must not be greater than 2 oz. and must be manufactured, processed, or distributed by the exhibiting firm and must be related to participation in the event.
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Review All Links:
Temporary Food Service at OPCC
Vendor Food Guidelines at OPCC
How to Apply for Temporary Food Vendor Permit
OSSE Expo
Andrea Blood
Exhibitor Services Manager
exhibitorservices@bonniercorp.com
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Deadline: Mar 1, 2022
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Door Prizes
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- Either bring product to the show office or fill out a door prize form in which attendees come to your
- Booth to pick up.
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