Select a topic below to learn more. If you do not find the answers to your questions here, please contact us at (847)292-4200 and ask to speak with a member on our operations team.

How do I get my booth structure approved by IHA and McCormick Place?

Displays being built or renovated should conform to all display rules and regulations and building requirements as outlined in IHA's Rules + Regulations booklet and McCormick Place's Exhibitor Utility Ordering Guide (which will be available November 1st.)

IHA and McCormick Place should review all floor plans for new or renovated exhibit structures that have not been previously approved, to ensure that exhibits conform to all display rules and regulations. Your Sales Manager must receive all plans for new or renovated structures by January 9, 2012.

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How do I get approval for having a live animal in my booth during the Show?

If you require the use of animals during your show, please complete the Live Animal Disclaimer no less than 90 days prior to the Show and e-mail a completed copy to Sharon Janota.

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How do I order utility services (Telecomm., Internet & Cable)?

Telecommunications, internet and cable TV access must be ordered through McCormick Place Exhibitor and Technical Services at McCormick Place. Order information will be available November 1st.

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How do I order electrical and/or plumbing services ?

For the 2012 International Home + Housewares Show, Freeman will be providing electrical and plumbing service. Order information will be available November 1st.

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How do I book a McCormick Place Meeting Room at the Show?

McCormick Place meeting rooms are available for Show exhibitors and approved registered retailers for food functions and meetings only. Product displays are not allowed. To reserve a meeting room, please contact Erin Magee.

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Where is my McCormick Place Meeting Room located in relation to my booth/the Show floor?

In November, go to section 2.6 in the online Exhibitor Services Manual to view meeting room locations by levels within each building.

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Are there designated smoking areas within the McCormick Place Convention Center?

Click here to view which locations within McCormick Place are designated for smoking.

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Can I rent a scooter or wheelchair from McCormick Place? Is the building handicap accessible?

McCormick Place is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and continues to look for ways to accommodate all visitors. Wheelchairs, information booths, designated parking, TDD telephones and other services are available.

For questions regarding accommodations for the physically challenged, please call Scootaround at +1-888-441-7575 or +1-204-982-0657. To view their services online, click here.

For questions about designated parking, call Standard Parking Hotline at +1-312-595-5201.

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