About the Show

What

The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo is North America's largest indoor-outdoor living show featuring more than 450 exhibitors who display and demonstrate hearth products, pools & spas, casual furniture, barbecues, and accessory products. Each year the show attracts more than 11,000 participants including specialty retailers, installing distributors, HVAC contractors, and LP and hardware dealers.

HPBExpo is open to trade only.

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Where

Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida

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When

Exposition: Thursday, March 11 – Saturday, March 13, 2010
Education: Wednesday, March 10 – Saturday, March 13, 2010

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Important Dates

September 1, 2009 Housing opens online, by fax, by mail, and by phone.
September 1, 2009 Pre-Registration opens online, by fax, and by mail.
February 5, 2010 Last day to receive a hotel room in the HPBA block at the special, discounted HPBA prices.
March 5, 2010 Fax and mail registration form deadline. All forms must be submitted to be considered processed. All pre-registered attendees must pick up badges onsite at an Express Badge Pick Up counter.
March 9, 2010 Onsite registration will open at 1:00pm.
March 13, 2010 Online registration deadline. For your convenience, online registration will remain open through March 13. All pre-registered attendees must pick up badges onsite at an Express Badge Pick Up counter.

 

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Badges

  Pre-Registration Fees* On-Site Fees * 
Member complimentary badges Free Free
Additional badges over COMP allotment $50 each $75
Non-Member Badge $75 each $75

* Member and Non-Member Exhibitors receive 2 COMP badges for every 100 sq. ft. purchased.

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Education Fees

  Member Non-member
Full Education Passport $89 $239
One Day Education Passport $59 $209
Professional Service Is Profitable $109 $109
NFI Certification Package:
(manual, exam, review course)
$379 $529
NFI Certification Renewal:
(for currently certified specialists whose certifications expire in 2010)
$279 $429

Click here for Education Passport program. Click here for National Fireplace Institute program.

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Camera Policy

Cameras will be allowed on the show floor, but no picture taking—including cell phone pictures—is allowed without the express approval of a company representative in the exhibitor booth that is being photographed.

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Children

In accordance with display rules and regulations and security measures, children under the age of 12 are prohibited from entering the trade show floor and outdoor burn area at any time, including infants. There will be no exceptions to this rule. Children 12 and older must have a badge to enter exhibit halls.

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Exposition Hours

Thursday, March 11 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday, March 12 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday, March 13 9:00am – 5:00pm

 

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Registration Hours

Tuesday, March 9 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Wednesday, March 10 7:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday, March 11 7:30am – 5:00pm
Friday, March 12 7:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday, March 13 7:30am – 5:00pm

 

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HPBA Hotel Reservations

Reserve a hotel room online or call the HPBA Housing Connection at (866) 365-1113 (Domestic Toll Free) or (801) 505-4139 (International); fax (801) 355-0250, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-6pm MST.

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Orlando Discounts/Private Dining

Orlando Discounts

Call  407-248-8629

Complimentary Reservations
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Private Dining Service

 

Orlando Convention Aid has partnered with the Hearth, Patio and Barbeque Expo to help you make the most of your time in fun filled Orlando, Florida.

We offer the best discounts for attractions, restaurants, golf, nightlife, transportation, shops and so much more! Make your visit the best ever by using our website for discounts, dinner reservations, to book your customer event, or to purchase discount attraction tickets!

Click Here and learn more from the only website with a discount on every listing!

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Rental Car Information

Hertz RentalBook your rental online or call Hertz Rental at (800) 654-2240 (US, Canada, and Toronto) and outside of these areas call (405) 749-4434; available 24 Hours. Advise agent that you are attending the HPBExpo 2010 and reference CV# 048B0002.

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Airport Information

The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is just 15 minutes away from downtown Orlando. Click here for airport to hotel transportation information.

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HPBA Hotel Shuttle Service

HPBA will offer shuttle bus service from hotels within the HPBA Housing block to the Orange County Convention Center, EXCEPT to those within walking distance (Hilton Orlando, The Peabody Orlando, Vista Cay, and Westin Imagine Orlando).

Shuttle Service will run from 7:00am to 6:00pm with two exceptions: Wednesday’s last run from the convention center will be at 5:00pm instead of 6:00pm, and Friday’s last run from the convention center will be at 7:30pm.

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Transportation Information

Click here for rates and information.

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Orlando Parking

Please go to one of the following links for rates and information.

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Wheelchair & Scooter Rental

Rentals can be ordered through the Orange County Convention FedEx Kinkos Business Center (handled by Scootaround) by calling (888) 441-7575. Indicate that you are attending the HPBExpo 2010. Reservations made in advance are preferred.

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