ATLANTIC COAST EXPOSITION

Where the Vending Industry Meets on the East Coast

Exhibitor Information & Registration


You won't want to miss out on the fun, networking, and unforgettable experiences that await you at ACE 2026!

Thank you for your enthusiasm and support! Let’s make this event legendary!

ACE 2026 - October 8-10

Embassy Suites Kingston Plantation

9800 Queensway Blvd

Myrtle Beach, SC

Questions about booth space? Email Michelle Thomsen at michelle@atlanticcoastexpo.com

ACE Promotional Flyers

📣 Invite Your Customers to ACE!

One of the best ways to maximize your investment at ACE is to invite your customers to attend the show! The more operators on the show floor, the more opportunities you'll have to strengthen relationships, introduce new products, and grow your business.

To help make it easy, we've created ACE promotional flyers that you can share with your customers.

Two versions are available:

🎨 Full Color – Perfect for emailing to customers or sharing digitally.

🖨️ Black & White – Designed for easy printing, photocopying, and handouts.

Each flyer highlights the benefits of attending ACE and includes operator registration information, making it easy for your customers to learn more and register.

Whether you email the flyer, include it with deliveries, hand it out during sales calls, or display it in your showroom, every invitation helps build a stronger show—and creates more opportunities for your company.

💡 Pro Tip

Personal invitations are the most effective! Before sharing the flyer, consider adding a brief note such as:

"Be sure to stop by and visit us at Booth #___ during ACE 2026. We'd love to see you!"

It's a simple touch that encourages your customers not only to attend ACE, but to make your booth part of their show plan.

Download the full-color or black-and-white version and start inviting your customers today!

ACE Buying Show

BE PART OF THE ACE BUYING SHOW!

ACE 2026 is renewing its focus on creating a true Buying Show experience, and we’re encouraging operators to come ready to buy!

OFFER AN ACE SHOW DEAL

Give operators another reason to visit your booth with a show-only offer such as special pricing, rebates, free product, equipment incentives, new product promotions, freight discounts, bundles, or other value-added programs.

No need to tell ACE what your deal is—just let us know you’re participating!

FLY THE FLAG! 🚩

Participating exhibitors will receive a 7' ACE Show Deal Falcon Flag to fly above their booth and special recognition in the official ACE Show Book, making it easy for operators to find you. See Mockup below:


SHOW OFF YOUR DEAL

EXAMPLE of a buying show order form:


YOU BRING THE DEAL. WE’LL HELP OPERATORS FIND YOU.

ACE will encourage operators to seek out Show Deal exhibitors, make purchases, and earn chances to win prizes along the way.

Want in? Let us know by September 15!
Email beth@atlanticcoastexpo.com


Exhibitor Pre-Show Briefings

New for ACE 2026!
ACE Pre-Show Exhibitor Briefings

🎥 View the Latest Pre-Flight Briefing Presentation

Get ready for takeoff! Beginning in July, we host monthly virtual exhibitor meetups to help you navigate everything ACE 2026.

We'll cover topics such as:

  • ACE Buying Show opportunities
  • Shipping & freight logistics
  • Electrical & AV orders
  • Booth setup and teardown
  • Venue services and exhibitor resources
  • Key deadlines and reminders
  • Your questions and feedback

Think of these sessions as your insider guide to a smooth and successful ACE experience.

Have a question or topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Email your suggestions to michelle@atlanticcoastexpo.com, and we'll do our best to include them in an upcoming briefing.

Virtual Meeting Schedule:

September - Date TBD

Login Details:

COMING SOON

ACE Documents


*Please note that GOLF registration is a separate registration.
Tournament details and registration can be found on the Golf Registration page.

Exhibitor Booth Fees


Pembroke, Winchester, Oxford, Eton Booths

$1350.00/each

6' deep x 10' wide

Required Association Fee: $375

Ex: 6' x 10' = $1,725, 6' x 20' = $3,075

Cambridge and Westminster Hall Booths

$1350.00/each

6' deep x 10' wide

Required Association Fee: $375

Ex: 6' x 10' = $1,725, 6' x 20' = $3,075

Kensington Ballroom
Booths

$1,750.00/each

10' x 10' and 8' x 10'

Required Association Fee: $375

Ex: 10' x 10' = $2,125 20' x 10' = $3,875

Room Rental (Pembroke, Winchester, Oxford, Eton)

$6,000.00/each

1 Room

Required Association Fee: $375

Ex: (1) Room = $6,375

Included in Your Booth

What’s Included with Your Booth

Each booth includes:

  • One (1) 110v, 5-amp electrical drop (see Electrical & AV page for additional power needs)
  • Pipe and drape (8’ back wall, 3’ side walls in navy blue & white)
  • Folding chairs
  • Company ID sign
  • 2 complimentary registrations per booth (sponsors may receive additional registrations)

The exhibit hall is fully carpeted, so additional flooring is not required.

The hotel will provide complimentary folding chairs located throughout the ballroom and hallways for exhibitor use. If you need assistance locating chairs, please see onsite CTD staff.

Exhibitor Booth information & services

Carolina Tradeshow Decorators (CTD) is the ACE official service provider for:

  • Booth setup

  • Tables, chairs, and trash cans

  • Cleaning services

  • Freight handling & shipping

For detailed shipping and freight information, please visit the Shipping & Freight page.

To order items, services, or schedule freight delivery, click here to access CTD.

Refrigerated & Frozen Storage

Available beginning: October 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM


CTD Contact Information

Kellie Stefano

 Office: (704) 366-9970

 Mobile: (704) 502-8371

kstefano@carolinatd.com

ACE Policies & Terms of Contract

By registering online, by mail, or via fax, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the ACE Attendee Code of Conduct, Exhibitor Contract Conditions, Sample Control/Bag Policy, and Exhibitor Booth Breakdown Policy, all of which are included in the Exhibitor Agreement.

Early dismantling BEFORE the end of the show (1pm Saturday) will result in a $1,000 fine.

Exhibitor Payment Details

Early Bird payments are due March 31, 2026 or higher price prevails. Final booth payment must be made by August 31, 2026. For cancellations on or before August 31, 2026, all but $50 will be refunded. NO REFUNDS after August 31, 2026. All booths not fully paid for by August 31, 2026 will be FORFEITED back into booth inventory - no exceptions.

All exhibits must be packed and ready for shipment from the exhibit hall no later than 7:00 pm, Saturday, October 10, 2026.

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