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.
Where
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
When
Exposition: Thursday, March 11 – Saturday, March 13, 2010
Education: Wednesday, March 10 – Saturday, March 13, 2010
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. |
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.
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.
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.
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.
Exposition Hours
| Thursday, March 11 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday, March 12 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday, March 13 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
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 |
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.
Orlando Discounts/Private Dining
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Orlando Discounts Call 407-248-8629 |
Complimentary Reservations |
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Rental Car Information
Book 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.
Airport Information
The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is just 15 minutes away from downtown Orlando. Click here for airport to hotel transportation information.
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.
Transportation Information
Click here for rates and information.
Orlando Parking
Please go to one of the following links for rates and information.
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.
