Helpful Hints for Exhibitors at Gwinnett Center

Hotels / Transportation in the Area - Please check with the promoter of your show to see if there is a block of rooms set aside at a local hotel. You may also check with the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau for a list of hotels and rates, transportation information, and assistance with special needs.

Ordering Utilities - A Utilities Order form can be emailed or faxed back to us. Please fill out the form in its entirety and note the advanced rate is applicable only with 2 weeks notice. The company name on the form should agree with the name registered with the promoter.

Permits - All licenses, permits, and tax reporting are the sole responsibility of the promoter and the vendors.

Other Rules - Please check with the promoter for special information on use of Show items such as food, gas powered vehicles, open flames, tents, and rigging. The promoter has a complete list of all rules and regulations for Gwinnett Center.

Shipping / Drayage - Freight should arrive at Gwinnett Center no more than 24 hours in advance of the show move in. Freight must be addressed properly with freight delivered to the proper area on the show floor. Drayage (freight storage) is available only through the show director. Contact the promoter for decorator information. Return shipments are the sole responsibility of the vendor. All packing, boxes, tape, and return labels should be brought on site with you. All shipments must leave Gwinnett Centers dock within 48 hours of show end.

Access Map for Vendors and Exhibitors - The highlighted area in the graphic below shows vendor and exhibitor access to Gwinnett Center venues. For driving Directions and an area map please see our Directions/Maps page.

Loading / Unloading - All loading and unloading must be done through the rear of the building. Absolutely no loading or unloading through the front is allowed! You are responsible for bringing all equipment necessary to unload and reload your show material i.e. hand truck, pallet jack, dollies etc. Please check with the promoter regarding fork lift operations.

Parking on Site - Please check with the promoter regarding location of vendor parking for your show. No overnight parking is allowed (including RVs).

Check In - Please check with the promoter upon arrival for booth location and vendor badges (if necessary).

Additional Equipment Needed on Site - Additional booth equipment (tables, chairs, etc) can be rented on site from the decorator of your show. Please check upon arrival for the decorator hours.

Access to Exhibit Floor - Promoters will inform Gwinnett Center what time access to the floor is allowed. Please check with the promoter for these times.