Table Applications for 2023 Cincinnati Comic Expo Application Details

New for 2023 and beyond! Artist and Crafter Table applications for the Cincinnati Comic Expo will be filled out, reviewed, and then accepted. 

Spaces are extremely limited. The best of the best will receive invitations to attend and participate.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Invited exhibitors will have one week to respond and complete the application. Unfilled spots or developing vacancies will be filled on case-by-case basis over the course of the upcoming year. This change also means that there will be no refunds after your application has been accepted and paid for. Previously, we allowed table occupants to resell their table to someone else. Since the replacement would have to be approved by our committee, we cannot allow you to sublease the space to someone else. We believe these changes will make our spaces stronger, our event stronger, and in return, make our exhibitors stronger, more competitive, and better for all. All exhibitors are welcome to apply. 
Exhibitors wishing to bypass the application process and/or guarantee themself a space without the wait are welcome to sign up for an exhibitor booth, where the review will not be a requirement. 

ARTIST/WRITER ALLEY TABLE

Artists who sketch, paint, write, and publish comics, or draw custom sketch art (artists who sketch at the show and take commissions) as well as authors who have published books, comics, and other novels.

Includes: 8 ft table, 2 chairs, 2 exhibitor badges, and an ID sign.

Rules: Artists and writers who created the work must be present at the event to sell their work. No walls of prints, banners, or displays over 10 feet tall. No crafted or mass-produced merchandise in this table community.

CREATOR ALLEY TABLE

Crafters who sew, stitch, forge, carve, and create unique items.

Includes: 8 ft table, 2 chairs, 2 exhibitor badges, and an ID sign.

Rules: Crafters who created the work must be present at the event to sell their work. No walls of prints, banners, or displays over 10 feet tall. No crafted or mass-produced merchandise in this table community.

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Information

Company Name is the name that your space will appear listed as in the Cincinnati Comic Expo app and on the floor map. You must fill in that registration space.

If the type of space you seek is sold out, then please join the Waiting List here: 2023 Cincinnati Comic Expo :: GrowTix

This page is for registration for exhibitor booths ONLY. If you are wanting to order a table in Artist Alley or Crafter Alley, then you must apply here: 2023 Cincinnati Comic Expo :: GrowTix

EXHIBITOR BOOTHS

Retailers with mass-produced merchandise including collectibles, artists with prints of licensed characters or stories, and crafters and creators that need more space for their display will find room in the standard exhibitor booth.

Includes: 10x10 ft booth space, 8 ft table, 2 chairs, 2 Exhibitor badges, and an ID sign.

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Terms and Conditions and Disclaimer

1. The Cincinnati Comic Expo has created a family and fan friendly atmosphere. We seek to create a show for people of all ages and to make the entire event worth their while. Therefore: No nudity, X-rated or pornographic material is to be displayed.
   
2. Passes supplied to or sold to the purchaser of this space are to be used by the exhibitor only. Passes may not be sold or given to anyone that is not to be in the exhibit space.
   
3. Exhibitors are required to be set-up by start of the event. If you do not show up by start of the event you forfeit your space. No refund will be given and we are then authorized to resell your space.
4. Refunds will not be issued for any cancellation of a booth that occurs after July 1, 2023. Table occupants (Crafter and Artist) have a different policy stated in their agreement.
   
5. Exhibitors are to keep all setup and merchandise in place until the show has concluded at 5pm on Sunday. Booths and tables are not to be torn down and/or packed while the show is in progress.
6. The Duke Energy Convention Center prohibits outside food or drink to be brought into the venue. Interested food/drink exhibitors must reach out to the Cincinnati Comic Expo and convention center before registering and receive written permission from the venue. This includes any interested parties with sample sizes, sealed bottles, etc.
   
7. To the extent permitted by law, you the exhibitor agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Cincinnati Comic Expo and its owner(s), its/their officers, directors, agents, volunteers and employees from and against any and all claims, suits, liens, judgments, damages, losses and expenses including reasonable legal fees and costs arising in whole or in part and in any manner from acts, omissions, breach or default of the Cincinnati Comic Expo, in connection with performance of any work by the Cincinnati Comic Expo, its officers, directors, agents, employees and subcontractors.
   

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Note: Electric hookup has to be reserved through the Duke Energy Convention Center.

Note: Additional tables and chairs maybe reserved through the decorator or Exhibitor can provide their own.

Note: Internet and wi-fi access has to be reserved through the Duke Energy Convention Center.

Look for details here: http://cincinnaticomicexpo.com/vendor-faq/

Additional questions can be submitted to vendors@cincinnaticomicepo.com.

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