Jacksonville, FL

We would like to welcome everyone to the 35th annual Christmas Made in the South at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center! 

*Booth numbers subject to change* 

(Booth numbers are posted at the bottom of the page) 

Show Dates & Times

Friday November 29th              9AM – 5PM

Saturday November 30th        10AM - 5PM

Sunday December 1st              11AM – 5PM

Set up day will be Thursday, November 28th from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Building Information

Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center

1000 Water Street

Jacksonville, FL 32204

904.630.4000

Lodging 

For those needing lodging, our host facility is the Hampton Inn South Jacksonville, located at 4681 Lenoir Avenue South, Jacksonville, FL, 32216. Our contract rate is $97 per night for single or double occupancy which includes a complimentary hot breakfast for guests. For reservations call 904-281-2600 and let them know you are with the Christmas Made in the South group.  

Setup Information: Booth Size - 10x10

Set up day will be Thursday, November 28th from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Go directly to the registration desk located at the back of the main convention center hall. You will be given your registration information and booth number and directed to the loading bays. Do not set up in a booth before you have registered. Show hours are Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Exhibitors will be allowed entrance two hours before the show opens on Friday and an hour and a half on Saturday and Sunday. Breakdown MUST NOT BEGIN BEFORE 5:00 PM SUNDAY. Once the show concludes, please break down your booth BEFORE moving your vehicle into a loading area. 

Electricity and Parking

ALL Exhibitors must print out and mail the forms linked below for ELECTRICAL and PARKING. These forms, along with payment to ASM, must be submitted to the PRIME OSBORN CONVENTION CENTER. Do not mail these forms to Carolina Shows. 

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

PARKING PASSES

***Your PARKING PASSES will be sent ELECTRONICALLY to the CELL PHONE NUMBER YOU PROVIDED ON THE ORDER FORM***

ALL FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE PRIME OSBORN CONVENTION CENTER with PAYMENT by CREDIT CARD or CHECK PAYABLE TO ASM PRIOR TO THE EVENT START.

Tax Information

The sales tax for this event is 7.5%. 

Badges and Hostesses

Each exhibitor is allotted 3 exhibitor badges which should be picked up at the time of registration. Additional badges will be available for $5.00 each or you may purchase complimentary tickets for $5.00 each. Be sure to WRITE YOUR NAME on your badge. These badges will be required for entrance to the building during the run of the show. Hostesses will be available to relieve those who are alone and need to take a break, however, breaks must be limited to 10 minutes. Please sign up at the registration desk on set up day if you will need this service.

Show Rules and Expectations

IMPORTANT: No kits, imports, craft supplies, mixed media or commercially produced items are allowed. Only items handcrafted by you and listed on your application are acceptable. No foul language or offensive wording is allowed on any items displayed in your booth. All art must be family friendly. Misrepresentation of these rules can result in the closing of an exhibitor’s booth without recourse or refund and violators will not be considered for participation in any future Carolina Shows, Inc. events.

IMPORTANT: Please stay within your defined booth space. This includes chairs, tables, props, etc. Fire Codes require certain size aisles be maintained the entirety of the show run. Items in the aisles will be removed or put back into your space. Tables must be covered to the floor and your display must look attractive from all sides. Exhibitors are encouraged to decorate their booth in some fashion in keeping with the Christmas theme (Lights, ribbons, trees, etc.). Carolina Shows, Inc. provides basic draping to include 8-foot back walls and 3-foot side walls in all booths.

IMPORTANT: Bring enough work for the entire show. If you sell out, you will need to stay for the remainder of the show. DO NOT BREAK DOWN YOUR BOOTH BEFORE THE SHOW CLOSES. 

Invoicing

Show balances are due 60 days prior to the show. If you have an outstanding balance, we will mail you an invoice. If you would prefer to pay via credit card, please contact our office directly for instructions. If we have not received your final payment 30 days prior to the show’s start date, we will assume that you are not participating in this event and your space may be given to someone on our waiting list.

Conclusion

We would like to wish everyone the best of luck, good selling and for those coming in from out of town… HAVE A SAFE TRIP!