Registration
HOW DO I REGISTER TO ATTEND THE HALLOWEEN & PARTY EXPO?
Registration for the 2020 Halloween & Party Expo will be open soon.
general questions
WHERE & WHEN IS THE EVENT HELD
January 17-19, 2020
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70130
WHAT ARE THE EVENT HOURS?
Friday, January 17, 2020: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday, January 18, 2020: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM *Extended Hours*
Sunday, January 19, 2020: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
WHAT ARE THE ON-SITE REGISTRATION AND BADGE PICK-UP HOURS FOR THE 2019 EVENT?
Friday, January 17, 2020: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday, January 18, 2020: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday, January 19, 2020: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
WHAT TYPES OF PRODUCTS ARE BEING SHOW?
Halloween & Party Expo is your one-stop shopping destination for all things Halloween and Party. Product categories include: Costumes (of all types); Party Goods; Masks; Novelties; Sexy Costumes & Lingerie, Costume Accessories; Christmas Merchandise; Costume Kits; Makeup, Body Paint, Latex Paint, & Makeup Appliances; Decorations & Haunted House Props; and more!
WHO IS EXHIBITING?
Halloween & Party Expo features a comprehensive product selection from over 350 exhibitors. Our exhibitors represent a diverse range of categories, so you can see new, unique, and trending products to fill your needs.
WHAT SPECIAL EVENTS/FEATURES TAKE PLACE DURING THE SHOW?
From our annual costume ball, to product demonstrations, runway shows, Featured Product Showcase and complimentary education the Halloween & Party Expo is the place to network with peers and celebrate the Halloween season. See more special events here.
WHAT PAYMENT TYPES ARE ACCEPTED ON-SITE?
The fee to register on-site is $25. We accept cash or credit cards at registration. Credit cards accepted include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
HOW CAN I BOOK MY HOTEL?
Our ONLY official housing partner Connections Housing has negotiated rates exclusively for Halloween & Party Expo attendees. Hotel reservations will be available soon.
IS THERE PARKING AT THE EVENT AND HOW MUCH IS IT?
Parking is available at the convention center for a daily fee.
WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHUTTLE SERVICE?
Shuttle service will be available between Halloween & Party Expo and select hotels.
WHAT IS THE BEST AIRPORT TO FLY INTO?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
HOW CAN I RECEIVE A DIRECTORY?
All attendees will be able to pick up a show directory and map at registration.
attendee questions
WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS TO ATTEND?
Halloween & Party Expo is open to all qualified industry professionals 18 years of age and older. Admission is not granted to the general public or guests.
Registration Qualifications
If your company was approved in 2019 you will be automatically approved.
If this is your first time attending or your company name has changed you will be required to submit additional information below.
Documents Required
(2) forms of business ID which can include: A copy of business license, sales tax ID number, payroll stub, company check, company credit card, vendor invoice, business card, letterhead, or other pre-printed collateral with your company name. During your online registration, you can submit your documents to expedite the approval process.
International Companies who Cannot Provide Necessary Documentation
*Company Registration Certificate (Intl)
*VAT Registration Certificate (Intl)
We ask that if you are an international buyer you provide at least one form of documentation for verification that you are in the industry. The Expo understands that documentation varies from country to country, and therefore, we accept a variety of available documents. If you have further questions, please email info@halloweenpartyshow.com.
ARE CHILDREN ALLOWED?
No one under the age of 18 is allowed on the show floor. This includes infants and children in strollers.
WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY?
All sales are final. No refunds or credits shall be issued for "no shows," cancellations, substitutions, or for any other reason, including without limitation, interruption, postponement, cancellation or relocation of the show due to any cause determined by show management to be beyond management's control.
WHAT IS THE PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE?
Free pre-registration continues up to the first day of the show, January 17, 2020.
WHAT IS THE COST TO ATTEND?
Admission is free if you pre-register by January 17, 2020. If you do not pre-register, the cost is $25 per badge on site, so register early! Any substitutions on site will also cost $25 each.
IS THERE A GROUP DISCOUNT POLICY?
There is no group discount to attend Halloween & Party Expo.
DO YOU MAIL BADGES?
Badges will not be mailed. All attendees who pre-register will be emailed an Express Pass barcode, which they can scan at registration on show site to pick up their badge.
I PRE-REGISTERED BUT DID NOT RECEIVE MY EXPRESS PASS
Please contact registration customer service at 224-563-3765 or halloweenpartyexpo@compusystems.com.
I NEED TO MAKE A CHANGE TO MY REGISTRATION, HOW CAN I DO SO?
Please contact registration customer service at 224-563-3765 or halloweenpartyexpo@compusystems.com.
FUTURE DATES
The 2021 Show will be held January 22-24 in Dallas.
