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Greensboro, NC
November 6 - 8, 2026

It’s the kickoff to the Holiday Season in the South! Don’t miss Holiday Market, the Triad’s COMPLETE Holiday Experience! You’ll find foods and fashions, gifts that glitter, music and magic – everything to make your holidays bright. This exciting Christmas extravaganza features specialty gift stores, fashion jewelry, clothing, specialty foods, holiday decorations and ideas, home accessories and décor, food and wine sampling, and of course, Santa!


Show Directory

The show directory will be posted by Wednesday, October 30 at 5pm. Changes may occur at any time.

Location

1921 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27403
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2026 Show Hours

Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Admission good for one day only (hand stamp required for reentry)

Ticket Info

Adults (age 13+) $10 at door
Children (age 6 - 12) $1 at door
Under age 6 Free

Advance discount tickets available now!

Santa’s Hours: (Subject to Change)

Friday

10:30 am – 1:00 pm
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
6:00 pm – 7:45 pm

Saturday

10:30 am – 1:00 pm
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Sunday

11:00 am – 1:30 pm
2:15 pm – 3:40 pm

$1 Off Coupon - Coupon MUST be printed for use

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Participating Exhibitor Information

Greensboro holiday market Exhibitor Info

Our Gallery

Show Directory

If you need to contact an exhibitor please reach out to us!
Contact@GilmoreShows.com.
We will help point you in the right direction!
2026 Directory will be available Nov 2026

Greensboro Christmas Classic Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

  • Single Booth 10’ deep x 10’ wide...
    $545
    (Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple)
  • Corners (Two sides open) are an additional...
    $100
  • Electric Service – 110v (up to 500w) If ordered after 11/3/23 - $95
    $70
    Electric Service is $95 after 11/13/24
  • Booth Prices Increase by $25 after Oct. 28

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2024 Setup Hours:
    Wednesday, Nov. 27 (12pm - 6pm)
  • Thursday, Nov. 28 (10am – 6pm)
    There is NO Friday morning setup. All setup must be completed by Thursday, Nov. 28 at 6:00pm.
  • 2024 Show Hours:
    Friday, Nov. 29 (9am – 6pm)
  • Saturday, Nov. 30 (10am – 6pm)
  • Sunday, Dec. 1 (11am – 5pm)
    Exhibitors may enter the show one hour before show opening each morning.
  • 2024 Booth Removal:
    Sunday, Dec. 1 (5pm – 8pm)
    All hours subject to change

Host Hotel

Host Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Coliseum Area

3033 W. Gate City Blvd.
Greensboro, North Carolina 27403 USA

$109/night

Must book by 11/15/24 for the group rate! Mention “Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic” to book in the room block.

https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=GSOFSHX&arrivalDate=2024-11-27&departureDate=2024-12-02&groupCode=Gcc&room1NumAdults=1

Camping Info

Overnight camping is available at the facility in the Lee Street Parking Lot. Contact the Coliseum at 336-373-7492 to reserve a space with power. There is also camping available at:

KOA Campground (336-274-4143) in Greensboro
Fields Campground (336-292-1381) in Greensboro

Sales Tax

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax. If tax forms are available prior to the show, they will be handed out at registration. You may visit the web site for the Department of Taxation to download available forms or verify the tax rates for the area. The current tax rate is 6.75% for County, City, and State combined.

Booth Accessories

Gilmore shows provides a backdrop curtain (8′) for each exhibitor.

If you should need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please contact:

Hollins Exposition Services
Email: tpugh@hollins-expo.com
Website: www.hollins-expo.com
P.O. Box 49837
121 N. Chimney Rock Rd. (27409)
Greensboro, NC 27419
Telephone: 336-315-5225
Fax: 336-315-5220

Columbia Christmas Classic Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

  • Single Booth 10’ deep x 10’ wide...
    $550
    (Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple)
  • Corners (Two sides open) additional...
    $100
  • Electrical Service – 110v (up to 500w)
    $ 70
    Electric Service is $95 after 10/30/25
  • Booth Prices Increase by $25 after Oct. 7

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2025 Setup Hours:
    Thursday, Nov. 13 (12pm– 8pm)
    We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but registration desk will not be open until 2pm.
  • Friday, Nov. 14 (8am-9am)
  • 2024 Show Hours:
    Friday, Nov. 14 (10am-8pm)
  • Saturday, Nov. 15 (10am-6pm)
  • Sunday, Nov. 16 (10am-4pm)
    Exhibitors may enter the show one hour before show opens to public
  • Booth Removal:
    Sunday, Nov. 16 (4pm – 8pm)
    All Hours Subject to Change

Sales Tax

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax.
 
The combined city, county, and state tax rate is 8%.
 
Depending on your status with the SC Dept. of Revenue, you may require a “retail” license ($50) and/or an “arts and crafters” license ($20). Visit this page for more information and to contact the SCDOR. (https://dor.sc.gov/)

 

Booth Accessories

Gilmore Shows provides the backside 8′ curtain for each exhibitor.

If you need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please fill out this form and return to:

George Crowe

GeorgeC@scstatefair.org

803-530-1954

Richmond Christmas Classic Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

  • Single Booth 8’ deep x 10’ wide...
    $585
    (Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple) Guaranteed 8' deep, some may be 8'-10' deep.
  • Corners (Two sides open) additional...
    $100
  • Electric Service – 110v (up to 500w)
    $80
    Electric Service is $120 after 10/14/24
  • Booth prices increase by $25 on 10/1/2024

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2024 Setup Hours:
    Thursday, Oct. 31 (12pm – 8pm)
  • Friday, Nov. 1 (8am - 9am)
    We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but registration desk will not be open until 2pm.
  • 2024 Show Hours:
    Friday, Nov 1 (10am – 8pm)
  • Saturday, Nov. 2 (10am – 6pm)
  • Sunday, Nov. 3 (11am – 5pm)
    Exhibitors may enter the show one hour before opening each morning.
  • Booth Removal:
    Sunday, Nov. 3 (5pm - 8pm)
    All Hours Subject to Change

Host Hotel

2024 Richmond Hotel - Hampton Inn Richmond Airport
Must book by Oct. 4 for group rate

Web Site: Hampton Inn Richmond Airport

421 International Center Dr. – Sandston, VA 23150
Telephone: 804-226-1888

Price (excludes 14% tax and any additional hotel fees that may apply):
$107.00/per night (Standard King room)
$107.00/per night (Standard Double Queen room)

Exhibitors may call the hotel to book with the Craftsmen’s Classic rate or book online at www.richmondairport.hamptoninn.com. Click “Add a special rate code” and enter “CCC” in the group field.

 

Camping Info

South Carolina State Fair

Email: geninfo@scstatefair.org
Reservations: click here
P.O. Box 393 • Columbia, SC 29202
Telephone: 803-799-3387
Fax: 803-799-1760

2020 Information (Subject to change)

Camping is available at the facility at a rate of $38.15 per night, including the 9% accommodations tax. Reservations must be made 2 weeks in advance: click here to reserve. If you have any questions, you may call Matt La Schuma with the SC State Fairgrounds at 803-799-3387.

Sales Tax

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax. Please visit the VA Department of Taxation web site to download available forms or verify the tax rates for the area. The current tax rate is 6% combined for County, City, and State. Click here for a ST-9 Virginia Sales & Use Tax Form.

Booth Accessories

Gilmore shows provides a backdrop curtain (8′) for each exhibitor.

If you should need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please contact:

Hollins Exposition Services
Email: service@hollins-expo.com
Website: www.hollins-expo.com
P.O. Box 7001
7549-C Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
Telephone: 800-574-3940  or  540-362-3940
Fax: 540-362-8698

Send us your images!  We promote the event through dozens of avenues, including newspaper, television, radio, billboards, digital media, social media, direct mail, email, and so much more!  We need YOUR images – email CarlyGilmore@GilmoreShows.com with your photos.

Roanoke Fall Classic Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

  • Single Booth 10’ deep x 10’ wide...
    $550
    (Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple)
  • Corners (Front & one side open) additional...
    $100
  • Electric Service – 110v (up to 500w)
    $70
    Electric will be $95 if ordered after 9/16/25
  • Booth prices increase $25 after 9/3/25

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2025 Setup Hours:
    Thursday, Oct. 2 (12pm-8pm)
    *We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but registration desk will not be open until 2pm.
  • Friday, Oct. 3 (8am-9am)
  • 2025 Show Hours:
    Friday, Oct. 3 (10am-7pm)
  • Saturday, Oct. 4 (10am-6pm)
  • Sunday, Oct. 5 (10am-4pm)
    Exhibitors may enter the show one hour before opening each morning.
  • Booth Removal:
    Sunday, Oct. 6 (5pm-8pm)
    All Hours Subject to Change

Host Hotel/Motel

2025 Hotel Info: Hampton Inn & Suites, Roanoke Airport
$129/night on Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday --- $159/night Friday, Saturday

In the Valley View Mall area – in close proximity restaurants and stores, and just 6 minutes from the Berglund Center.

Click HERE to book directly with the hotel using the group rate

Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke Airport
5033 Valley View Blvd. North Roanoke, Virginia 24012

Your stay with Hampton by Hilton includes free breakfast, parking and wifi.

Camping Info

The Berglund Center (formerly Roanoke Civic Center)
710 Williamson Road
Roanoke, VA 24016

Overnight parking is allowed at the facility for a cost of $15.00 per night. The full camping fee is charged even if you are fully self contained. You will need to register and pay the Civic Center office when you arrive. There are no hook-ups, restrooms or bath facilities available. Space is available on a first come-first serve basis.

The Berglund Center only accepts cash payments for camping.

Sales Tax / State Dept. of Taxation

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax. If tax forms are available prior to the show, they will be handed out at registration. Please visit the VA Department of Taxation website to download available forms or verify the tax rates for the area. The current tax rate is 5.3% for City, County and State combined. Click here for a ST-9 Virginia Sales & Use Tax Form.

Booth Accessories

Gilmore shows provides a backdrop curtain (8′) for each exhibitor.

If you should need additional booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please contact:

Hollins Exposition Services
Email: service@hollins-expo.com
Website: www.hollins-expo.com
P.O. Box 7001
7549-C Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
Telephone: 800-574-3940  or  540-362-3940
Fax: 540-362-8698

Exhibitor Tickets

Exhibitor tickets are available. These tickets may be used for additional workers, family or very special customers. Remember, booth badges are only for people actively working in your booth. Please contact our office for more information.

Mailing List

Please share your mailing list for the Columbia area with us. We will let your customers know all that will be offered at this Classic. Please email your file (.xls, .csv, or .txt) to contact@gilmoreshows.com (tab separated), and we will be sure to let your customers know that you are coming to town!

Myrtle Beach Summer Classic Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2025 Setup Hours:
    Thurday, July 31 (12pm - 8pm)
    We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but registration desk will not be open until 2pm.
  • Friday, August 1 (8am - 9am)
  • 2025 Show Hours:
    Friday, August 1 (10am-6pm)
  • Saturday, August 2 (10am-6pm)
  • Sunday, August 3 (10am-4pm)
    Exhibitors may enter the show one hour before opening each morning.
  • Booth Removal:
    Sunday, August 3 (4pm-8pm)
    All Hours Subject to Change

Accommodation Suggestions


We suggest trying hotels.com or airbnb.com to find reasonable rates and enjoy a little beach time!

Adjacent to the facility is the Sheraton Hotel. Please call 843-918-5000 to book. They do not offer group rates, but may be able to offer AAA rates or other special discounts!

Camping Info

No overnight parking of campers is allowed at this facility. There are many campgrounds available in the area!

Sales Tax / State Dept. of Taxation

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax.
 
The combined city, county, and state tax rate is 9%.
 
Depending on your status with the SC Dept. of Revenue, you may require a “retail” license ($50) and/or an “arts and crafters” license ($20). Visit this page for more information and to contact the SCDOR. (https://dor.sc.gov/)

Booth Accessories

Gilmore shows provides a backdrop curtain (8′) for each exhibitor.

If you should need additional booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please contact:

Hollins Exposition Services
Email: service@hollins-expo.com
Website: www.hollins-expo.com
P.O. Box 7001
7549-C Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
Telephone: 800-574-3940  or  540-362-3940
Fax: 540-362-8698

Charleston Holiday Market Exhibitor Info

Booth Fees

Single Booth 9’5″ deep x 10’wide…

(Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple)

 $595

Corners (Two sides open) are an additional…

Electric Outlet (20amp/120v)

Electric if ordered after 10/30/25

Booth prices increase by $25 on Oct. 21, 2025

$100

$70

$95

Exhibitor Hours

 

2025 Setup Hours:

Thursday, Nov. 20 (12pm –8pm)

*We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but this is not guaranteed.

Friday, Nov. 21 (8am – 9am)

2025 Exhibitor Hours:

Exhibitors may work in their booth area during these times only.

Friday, Nov. 21 (8am – 10am)
Saturday, Nov. 22 (9am – 10am)
Sunday, Nov. 23 (9am – 10am)
2025 Show Hours:

Friday, Nov. 21 (10am – 7pm)
Saturday, Nov. 22 (10am – 6pm)
Sunday, Nov. 23 (10am – 4pm)
2025 Booth Removal:

Sunday, Nov. 23 (4pm – 8pm)

Host Hotel 2025

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center – Walking distance to the loading dock!

Hyatt Place
3234 W. Montague Ave.
North Charleston, SC 29418 .

You may call the hotel (843-302-8600) or central reservations (888.591.1234). Ask for the Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/ Convention Center in North Charleston, reference the Holiday Market.

Click this link to book online – you can edit the dates of your stay at the top of the page.

Reservations must be made by October 14, 2025

This hotel includes breakfast, wifi, and free parking.

Price:  $109/night for King Bed  –  $119/night for two Queen Beds

All guest room rates are subject to any Hotel service fee and the current tax (14%), plus any additional taxes or fees that may be owed.

Valid 11/16-11/24

Camping Info

Camping at the facility is allowed for self contained vehicles only.

Sales Tax / State Dept. of Taxation

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax.
 
The combined city, county, and state tax rate is 9%.
 
Depending on your status with the SC Dept. of Revenue, you may require a “retail” license ($50) and/or an “arts and crafters” license ($20). Visit this page for more information and to contact the SCDOR. (https://dor.sc.gov/)

Booth Accessories

Gilmore Shows provides the backside curtain (8′) for each exhibitor and a 3′ low wall for commercial exhibitors.

If you should need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please click below for more info.  Order form is included in this link. 

https://gilmoreshows.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CTN2025HollinsKit.pdf

Other Information

Become An Exhibitor

Greensboro Holiday Market Exhibitor Info

Booth Fees

Single Booth 10 ’deep x 10’wide…

(Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple)

 

 $695

Corners (Two sides open) additional…

$100

 
Electrical Service – 120V up to 500 watts – one plug included with booth

Additional 120V outlets up to 500 watts

 

Booth prices increase $25 on Oct. 1, 2024

 $80 if ordered by 10/17/24
If ordered after 10/17, $95

Exhibitor Hours

2024 Setup Hours:

Thursday, Oct. 31 (9am – 8pm)
Friday, Nov. 1 (8am – 9am)
2024 Show Hours:
Exhibitors may enter one hour prior to the show opening.

Friday, Nov. 1 (10am – 8pm)
Saturday, Nov. 2 (10am –6pm)
Sunday, Nov. 3 (11am – 5pm)
Booth Removal:

Sunday, Nov. 3 (5pm – 8pm)

Hours Subject to Change

Host Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Coliseum Area

3033 W. Gate City Blvd.
Greensboro, North Carolina 27403 USA

Recently Renovated!

$155/night

https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=GSOFSHX&arrivalDate=2024-10-30&departureDate=2024-11-04&groupCode=GHM&room1NumAdults=1

Camping Info

Overnight camping is available at the facility in the Lee Street Parking Lot. Contact the Coliseum at 336-373-7492 to reserve a space with power. There is also camping available at:

KOA Campground (336-274-4143) in Greensboro
Fields Campground (336-292-1381) in Greensboro

Sales Tax / State Dept. of Taxation

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax. If tax forms are available prior to the show, they will be handed out at registration. Please visit the Department of Taxation web site to download available forms or verify the tax rates for the area. The current tax rate, County and State combined, is 6.75% for County, City, State.

Booth Accessories

Gilmore shows provides a backdrop curtain (8′) and a 3′ low wall divider for each exhibitor.

If you should need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please contact:

Hollins Exposition Services
Email: TPugh@hollins-expo.com
Website: www.hollins-expo.com
P.O. Box 49837
121 N. Chimney Rock Rd. (27409)
Greensboro, NC 27419
Telephone: 336-315-5225
Fax: 336-315-5220

Exhibitor Tickets

Exhibitor tickets are available for $8 each. These tickets may be used for additional workers, family or special customers. Remember, booth badges are only for people actively working in your booth.

Richmond Spring Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

  • Single Booth 8’ deep x 10’ wide...
    $ TBD
    (Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple) Guaranteed 8' deep, some may be 8'-10' deep.
  • Corners (Two sides open) additional...
    $ 100
  • Electric Service
    $ TBD
    110v (up to 500w)
  • Booth prices increase $25 after Feb 13, 2025

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2025 Setup Hours:
    Thursday, March 13 (12pm-8pm)
    We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but registration desk will not be open until 2pm.
  • Friday, March 14 (8am-9am)
  • 2025 Show Hours:
    Friday, March 14 (10am-7pm)
  • Saturday, March 15 (10am-6pm)
  • Sunday, March 16 (11am-5pm)
  • Booth Removal:
    Sunday, March 16 (5pm-8pm)
    All Hours Subject to Change

Host Hotel

2025: Hampton Inn Richmond Airport

Hotel information will be posted here when it becomes available.

Camping Info

Camping location

The Richmond Raceway Complex does not have camping available except during NASCAR races. If you would like to camp, we recommend searching for other options in the Richmond area.

Sales Tax / State Dept. of Taxation

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax. Please visit the Department of Taxation web site for the to download available forms or verify the tax rates for the area. The current tax rate, County and State combined, is 6% for County, City, State. Click here for a ST-9 Virginia Sales & Use Tax Form.

Booth Accessories

Gilmore shows provides a backdrop curtain (8′) for each exhibitor.

If you should need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please contact:

Hollins Exposition Services
Email: service@hollins-expo.com
Website: www.hollins-expo.com
P.O. Box 7001
7549-C Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
Telephone: 800-574-3940  or  540-362-3940
Fax: 540-362-8698

Columbia Spring Exhibitor Information

Booth Fees

  • Single Booth 10’ deep x 10’ wide...
    $435
    (Booths are available in Single, Booth & 1/2, Double & Triple)
  • Corners (Two sides open) additional...
    $ 100
  • Electric Service – 110v (up to 500w)
    $70
    Electric price increases after Feb. 21, 2025
  • Booth Prices Increase $25 after Feb. 7, 2025

Exhibitor Hours

  • 2025 Setup Hours:
    Thursday, March 6 (12pm-8pm)
    We will likely be able to begin load in on Thursday starting at 11am, but registration desk will not be open until 2pm.
  • Friday, March 7 (8am-9am)
  • 2025 Show Hours:
    Friday, March 7 (10am-6pm)
  • Saturday, March 8 (10am-6pm)
  • Sunday, March 9 (10am-4pm)
    Exhibitors may enter one hour prior to the show opening.
  • Booth Removal:
    Sunday, March 8 (4pm-8pm)
    All hours subject to change

Camping Info

South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Email: geninfo@scstatefair.org
Reservations: click here
P.O. Box 393 • Columbia, SC 29202
Telephone: 803-799-3387
Fax: 803-799-1760

(Subject to change)

Camping is available at the facility at a rate of $54.50 per night, including the 9% accommodations tax. Reservations must be made 2 weeks in advance: click here to reserve. If you have any questions, you may call Matt La Schuma with the SC State Fairgrounds at 803-799-3387.

Sales Tax / State Dept. of Taxation

South Carolina State Fair

Exhibitors are responsible for the collection and payments of all sales tax.

The combined city, county, and state tax rate is 8%.

Depending on your status with the SC Dept. of Revenue, you may require a “retail” license ($50) and/or an “arts and crafters” license ($20). Visit this page for more information and to contact the SCDOR. (https://dor.sc.gov/)

Booth Accessories

Gilmore Shows provides the backside 8′ curtain for each exhibitor.

If you need booth accessories, such as tables, chairs, carpet, additional drapes, etc., please fill out this form and return to:

George Crowe

GeorgeC@scstatefair.org

803-530-1954