Based on other types of shows that I’ve done (historical reenactment, SF cons, anime cons, craft shows, in everything from church halls to huge convention centers), either 6’ or 8’. *Sometimes* a mix of both, but you can’t depend on a certain size unless you bring your own. Some shows do booths of X by Y rather than tables.

Start finding vendor information for all the shows you might possibly/vaguely be interested in and start making notes so you get a feel of price ranges, table/booth sizes, and policies (setup/teardown times, overnight security, etc.). Dont forget to check if chairs are provided. I always assume BYO tablecloths, some venues provide, some don’t. Ditto table skirts.

Depending on what type of venue, tables can be an additional fee, as can power. At the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL, it would be cheaper to buy tables and gridwall and then throw them away after the event (yes, really!) than to rent from the convention center. Big convention centers seem more likely to default to 10x20 booth.

Errr...ummm...I’ll stop now. I’ve been in-person vending for over 20 years, and could go on and on and on...


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