2020 Brainerd Lakes Everything Expo POSTPONED

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Together with our partner, Hubbard Broadcasting, we have just decided to postpone the Everything Expo. It was previously scheduled for March 20-21. Our decision was in light of the recommendations made by Governor Walz and the Minnesota Department of Health this afternoon. We fully expect to reschedule the event in cooperation with our partners and vendors.







The Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Hubbard Radio bring you one of the region's largest trade shows with everything you want, all in one place. On Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21, the doors to Brainerd's Essentia Health Sports Center will open to over 150 local business exhibitors. This exciting 2-day event welcomes over 4,000 visitors each year. 

The entry fee is only $5 per adult, those 10 and younger can attend for free and a Senior Discount of $4 for 65+. Along with learning more about area businesses, all visitors will be encouraged to join in on playing the Lakes Proud stamp game for chances to win prizes! See you there!
 
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Friday, March 20  |  10 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

• All Day- Lakes Proud stamp game at participating exhibitors. Kids Bounce House by UpNorth Indoor Bounce House.
• Pizza Palooza! 5-7PM- Receive FREE ticket vouchers with your admission to sample pizza from local restaurants. Then cast your vote for the 2020 People's Choice Winner! Pizza Palooza Participating Restaurants:
  • ​Pizza Hut

Saturday, March 21  |  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Kids Bounce House by UpNorth Indoor Bounce House
• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Meet, Greet and Photographs with Daniel the Tiger! Sponsored by Lakeland PBS. Free package of Animal Crackers provided by Cub Foods.
• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Kids Building Workshop sponsored by Home Depot
• All Day- Lakes Proud stamp game at participating exhibitors

• Heroes Rice Coffee Company (Samples only)
• K&D Kettle Corn (Kettle corn)
• Knotty Pine Bakery (Slider Sandwiches on homemade spent grain pretzel buns, Cookies, Pies & Bars)
• Pizza Hut (Pizza by the slice and Pop)
• Sage on Laurel (Pulled Pork Sandwiches with slaw, chips & pickle; Chili; Beer & Wine)
• Schwan's Home Service (Individual Ice Cream Treats & Onsite Frozen Food Purchases)
• Simply Savory (Philly sandwiches, Nachos, Cranberry Chicken Wrap, Cold Cut Sandwiches, Wild Rice Soup)
• The 612 Station (Brats, Chips, Giant Pretzels, Pop and Beer)
• The Center (Homemade donuts & coffee)
• Wings Airport Cafe

LAKES PROUD STAMP GAME 
Join the  Lakes Proud movement by participating in this fun contest, held exclusively at the Everything Expo! Here's how it will work...

Take your Lakes Proud Stamp Card to Participating Lakes Proud Exhibitors:
 

1. Lakes Proud exhibitors will stamp your card next to their business logo.
2. After you've had all of your Lakes Proud spots stamped, complete the bottom of the card with your contact information.
3. Drop you Lakes Proud stamp card in the box on your wait out.
4. Winners will be contacted on Tuesday, March 24.
5. Winners will pick up their prize at the Brainerd Lakes Chamber Administrative Office (224 W. Washington Street Brainerd, MN)

Hey Kids.... MEET, GREET & PHOTOS WITH DANIEL THE TIGER, SATURDAY 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.! Sponsored by Lakeland Public Television. Bring the family to meet Daniel the Tiger. Hug, snuggle, or pose for a photo with this fuzzy and loveable character! Lakeland Public Television is providing FREE photos! Cub Foods is providing a FREE package of Animal Crackers after your photo!

    


EXHIBITORS:
Why Should You Exhibit?
Face-to-face selling creates trust. The Everything Expo provides an opportunity to share your product and/or service with consumers on an individual basis times thousands. This puts you in the driver's seat! You can tailor your selling points to the needs and wants of each consumer, one at a time. No other marketing vehicle affords this unique and powerful approach. 

Top 10 Reasons to Exhibit-

• Consumers are ready to buy
• Gather quality leads
• Build brand awareness
• Sample products
• Set appointments
• Opportunity to test market
• Launch new products and services
• Stand out from your competition
• Cost effective marketing
• Consumers can touch, see, hear, taste, feel and smell your product

Who Should Participate-

• Arts & Attractions
• Automotive Sales & Rentals
• Outdoor Equipment
• Recreation Sales & Rental
• Restaurants
• Healthcare
• Financial
• Real Estate
• Communications
• Education
• Home Improvement & Construction
• Home & Garden
• Professional Services
• Recreational Activities
• Small Businesses
• Travel
• Retail
• Non Profit Organizations

• 10'x20' Booth with premier placement by the entrance
• Business logo added to the event logo
• Advertising opportunities
• 6 Free passes

• 10'x20' Booth located high traffic area near the entrance
• Advertising opportunities
• 6 Free passes

• 10'x20' Booth located near the entrance
• Advertising Opportunities
• 4 Free Passes

• 10'x20' Booth located in a high traffic area
• Advertising Opportunities
• 3 Free Passes

• Business Logo and Marketing
• Free Coupon Ad
• Business tagged in radio advertising

• Logo on Bags
• Free Coupon Ad

• 10'x10' booth located near the entrance

• 10'x10' booth located in the middle / high cross traffic

• 10'x10' booth

Download the Everything Expo Sales Sheet and Floor Plan (click here).
Contact Sue Galligan 218-822-7119 sue@brainerdlakeschamber.com to register to be an Exhibitor or Sponsor.

Event Organizers: