- September 23–24, 2026 • Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, OH
- support@ochbs.com
Your company listing, badge attendees and speaker profile are all managed in the OCHBS Partner Portal. The help guide walks through creating an account, verifying your email, claiming your company or speaker profile, adding the people who need badges, and every sign-in error message and what it means.
Standard Registration Includes
• One 10×10 booth
• 6-ft skirted table
• Two chairs
• Waste basket
• Event access for four company representatives
Exhibitors are responsible for all booth materials, including backdrops,
signage, and easels. Additional booths and exhibitor passes are
available for purchase.
Standard Booth Pricing
10×10 – $1,250
10×20 – $2,450
10×30 – $3,600
20×20 – $4,800
Booth Reservation Deadline
August 1st, 2026
Please submit the registration form to support@OCHBS.com. Invoices will be issued after
Exhibitor set up: Sept 22nd 2026
Summit Daily Hours
Doors open: 10:00 am
Doors close: 5:00 pm
Event sponsors receive first choice of booth locations. Remaining booth placements are assigned by the event coordinator. The coordinator reserves the right to adjust the floor plan or relocate exhibits as needed.
The event coordinator reserves the right to restrict, prohibit, or remove any exhibit that detracts from the overall character of the event. This includes issues related to noise, method of operation, materials, or conduct.
Exhibitors are responsible for compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to fire, safety, and health. Early booth tear-down is not permitted. Exhibitors must wait until the event has officially ended before breaking down. All exhibitor sales are final.
For questions, contact support@OCHBS.com or call (440) 644-0401.
OCHBS 2026 takes place at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215 — a two-day show floor open Wednesday, September 23 and Thursday, September 24, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 — Sponsors & Large Exhibits: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM · General Exhibitors: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.
Exhibit Halls A–D loading dock (GPS/navigation): 23 Convention Center Way, Columbus, OH 43215. Ship freight to: 500 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215. Build from the back forward: flooring, large displays, back walls, counters, utilities, lighting, furniture, product, literature, then clean the booth. Move-out begins after the show closes at 5:00 PM on September 24.
Every person working your booth must be registered before entering the exhibit hall. Bring a government-issued photo ID, registration confirmation, company name, and booth number to Exhibitor Registration. Booth packages include a set number of complimentary badges based on booth size and sponsorship level.
OCHBS works with FERN as the official general service contractor for freight handling, material handling, installation, and exhibitor support. Choose Advance Warehouse (earlier receiving, less move-in congestion) or Direct-to-Show (arrives during designated receiving times). Label every package with company name, booth number, contact name, phone number, and package count, and keep copies of every tracking number.
FERN Exhibitor Services — Jeff Lockshine: JLockshine@fernexpo.com · Phyllis Smith: PSmith@fernexpo.com
10' × 10' Inline — 4 complimentary staff badges — ideal for product displays, demos, first-time exhibitors
10' × 20' — 6 complimentary staff badges — room for demonstrations and private conversations
20' × 20' Island — 8 complimentary staff badges — maximum visibility, access from multiple aisles
Design principles: large readable headlines, high-quality photography, limited body copy, consistent brand colors, strong lighting, open floor space, clear calls to action, and no boxes or crates visible during show hours.
Utilities are not automatically included with booth space unless stated in your sponsorship agreement. Order electrical, internet, and compressed air through the Greater Columbus Convention Center Exhibitor Services Portal at columbusconventions.com/exhibitors before published deadlines for advance pricing.
Compressed air rates — Advanced (30+ days): $210 · Standard (7–30 days): $218 · Late (within 7 days): $240.
Expected of every exhibitor: staff the booth throughout all published hours, treat attendees respectfully, distribute materials from within your booth, keep sound at reasonable levels, keep exits and aisles clear, and report hazards to event staff immediately.
Not permitted: closing early or leaving a booth unattended, soliciting business in aisles or other booths, blocking neighboring exhibitors' sightlines, photographing others' displays without permission, or leaving unsecured cables and safety hazards.
Visit the Exhibitor Service Desk onsite for help with utilities, freight, booth concerns, registration, or general event information.
The Greater Columbus Convention Center is the sole provider for several services — you cannot bring an outside vendor for electrical, internet, plumbing, compressed air, natural gas, rigging, booth cleaning, applied graphics, or food & beverage. Order these through the GCCC Exhibitor Services Portal at columbusconventions.com/exhibitors ahead of published deadlines for advance pricing.
Internet & Wi-Fi — Boldyn Networks, exclusive provider · 614-827-2570 — no complimentary Wi-Fi in the exhibit halls
Electric, plumbing, air & gas — Ordered through GCCC Exhibitor Services before deadlines
Booth cleaning & rigging — GCCC cleans booths; Mills James hangs all signs and banners
Food, beverage & sampling — Levy is the exclusive caterer — product and food samples must follow Levy and sampling guidelines
A Certificate of Insurance is required 30 days before your move-in date. It must name the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Legends Global, and the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority as additional insured parties. If coverage is not on file in time, the venue may purchase it and bill you.
Exhibitors selling merchandise need the appropriate Ohio seller's permit and license, and sales or general excise tax may apply. The City of Columbus also levies a 5% admission/ticket tax. Confirm your obligations with the Ohio Taxpayer Service Center before the show.
There is no free or dedicated exhibitor parking. The venue operates five garages and lots (about 4,000 spaces); the Ohio Center Garage, 400 North High Street is closest to the exhibit halls. Pre-pay and check real-time availability at columbusconventions.com/parking. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is about 15 minutes away.
For any onsite emergency, call GCCC Public Safety at 614-827-2547 (staffed 24/7) rather than dialing 911 — officers escort responders directly to your location. AEDs are located in the main concourse outside Exhibit Halls A–D.
Not permitted on the show floor: helium balloons, helium or propane tanks, other fuels, confetti, and glitter (cleanup fees apply). All decorative materials must be flame-retardant with proof available onsite, and adhesive decals must follow the venue's applied-graphics policy.
The GCCC will not sign for or store packages, and nothing is accepted before your contracted move-in. Ship to the Fern advance warehouse or through your decorator, labeled with company name and booth number. Fern Exposition Services: 614-253-1500, fernexpo.com.
Rigging is exclusive to Mills James — banners hang no lower than 12 ft and weigh no more than 75 lbs (decorators may hang aisle signs under 75 lbs). Expect only half lighting during move-in and move-out; full lighting comes on for show days.
Bringing a vehicle into your booth requires a City of Columbus Fire Department permit and inspection (a $75 fee at arrival), a fuel tank at or below one-quarter or 5 gallons, a locked or taped gas cap, and a disconnected battery. Keys are held onsite by the general service contractor or Public Safety.
A nursing-mother room is on the Central Atrium; manual wheelchairs are available through Public Safety at 614-827-2547; and KultureCity sensory-inclusive bags plus quiet zones are available at the two Guest Service Centers.
Use these ready-to-share resources to promote your OCHBS 2026 presence.
Think like a publisher, not an advertiser — content that educates outperforms sales-focused messaging. Test every QR code before arriving in Columbus; a broken link is a missed opportunity.
4 weeks before: announce participation, invite customers to schedule meetings. 2 weeks before: share behind-the-scenes prep, product previews, countdowns. During OCHBS: live booth photos, customer meetings, speaker sessions. After OCHBS: thank attendees, share highlights, follow up with new contacts.
The official OCHBS Mobile App extends your booth's presence before, during, and after the Summit — letting attendees discover your company, navigate the exhibit hall, and connect with your team. Think of it as another member of your sales team, working even when your booth is busy.
Company logo · Company description · Website & social links · Contact information · Product categories · Booth number · Primary contact. Many attendees will discover your company online before they ever walk down your aisle — use high-resolution logos and professional photography.
2026 is OCHBS's first year in Columbus. The Greater Columbus Convention Center sits in the center of Ohio, within walking distance of downtown hotels, restaurants, and entertainment — extending networking well beyond exhibit hall hours.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is about 15 minutes from the venue, with Delta offering direct service. Uber and Lyft operate citywide; COTA runs 38 fixed bus routes plus on-demand zones; Veo and Spin e-scooters unlock through their apps.
Sonesta Columbus Downtown — Connected via enclosed skywalk to the convention center
Hyatt Regency Columbus — 350 North High Street — connected directly to the venue
AC Hotel Columbus Downtown — Park Street — walking distance to restaurants and nightlife
Book official rates at ochbs.com/hotels — rooms are first-come, first-served.
Late September weather runs upper 60s to mid 70s with cooler evenings. Attire is business casual by day, with a light jacket for evenings.
Sign in to manage your OCHBS company, speaker and attendee details.
Enter the email on your portal account and we will send a reset link.
Use this form to create your portal login. After signup, we will send a verification email. Please check your spam or junk folder if you do not see it within a few minutes.
Account creation does not automatically give access to an exhibitor, sponsor, or speaker record. After you verify your email, you can submit an ownership claim for OCHBS review. An administrator must approve the claim before dashboard editing is enabled.
For signup, verification, ownership claims, or portal navigation support, email support@ochbs.com.
