FAQs
Attendee FAQs
Who attends Pizza Expo Columbus?
Independent, chain, and franchise pizzerias and Italian restaurant owners, managers, buyers, and decision-makers. Food brokers and distributors are also welcome.
When & Where is the next Pizza Expo Columbus?
October 26-27, 2025
Greater Columbus Convention Center Columbus, Ohio
What are the Pizza Expo Columbus Show Floor hours?
2025 show floor hours to be announced.
What are the Pizza Expo Columbus's Education Schedule hours?
2025 To Be Announced.
How much does it cost to attend Pizza Expo Columbus?
2025 To Be Announced
How do I register?
Registration for Pizza Expo Columbus 2025 is not open yet.
Sign up here for email updates on the next upcoming show.
If I need to cancel my registration, will I receive a refund?
Any and all ticket sales are final and non-refundable. This includes all tickets and passes of any kind, without exception. Promo codes are not valid for prior purchases.
Click here to view our Terms & Conditions.
What are Onsite Registration hours?
2025 To Be Announced
When will I receive my badge?
Registration confirmations will be emailed and attendee badges picked up at the show site.
Can I bring my child to the show?
No, anybody under the age of 16 will be allowed on the exhibit floor.
- Proof of age will be required
- No strollers
- No baby carriages
- No baby packs
- NO EXCEPTIONS
Can I take photographs during the show?
Show Management is respectful of the time and resources utilized by each exhibitor and speaker in the research and development of new and exciting products for the pizza and pasta marketplace. In an effort to protect our exhibitors and speakers, unauthorized photography or video recording is not allowed on the Expo Floor or in Conference Session rooms at Pizza Expo Columbus without first obtaining permission from the exhibitor or speaker. Violators will be ejected from the show.
How do I get an international Visa letter of Invitation?
During the registration process, if a country outside of the United States is selected, you will have the option of requesting an invitation letter to be emailed to you.
How can I make hotel arrangements?
Hotel Bookings for 2025 to be announced.
Is parking available at the convention center?
Yes, there are many onsite parking lots at the GCCC.
Are wheelchair and/or scooter rentals available at the convention center?
Yes, wheelchairs and scooters are available to rent at the FedEx Business Center.
Will food be available at the show?
Yes, there will be an assortment of food available at the Convention Center from both exhibitors and Convention Center cafeterias.
Is there Wi-Fi at the Convention Center?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available in public areas for purchase.
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Exhibitor FAQs
When & Where is the next Pizza Expo Columbus?
October 26-27, 2025
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Columbus, Ohio
Will early/late access to the exhibit hall be allowed?
Exhibitors will be permitted show floor access at 7:00 AM on show days.
Where do I ship my booth materials?
Shipping labels are available within the Freeman order forms. Please note that advance warehouse shipments received after the deadline date are subject to overtime charges.
Advance Warehouse – 2025 To Be Announced
Direct Shipments to Exhibit Site – 2025 To Be Announced
What are the move-in and move-out days and times?
2025 To Be Announced
Can I set up my own booth?
Exhibitors may use full-time company personnel to set-up an exhibit, however they cannot operate heavy machinery or lift equipment. If full-time company personnel are utilized, they are required to carry photo ID as well as company identification, such as an insurance identification card or payroll stub.
Where can I find the Pizza Expo Columbus Exhibitor Service Manual?
2025 To Be Announced
Can I use my own dolly/hand truck and move my stuff in to my booth?
Exhibitors may hand carry their merchandise from their personally owned vehicle (P.O.V. i.e. car, van or SUV) in the designated area(s). Hand carry is defined as small items such as cartons or packages that one person is able to carry. Any mechanical assistance is limited to a small dolly. When exhibitors choose to hand carry material, they may not be permitted access to the loading dock/freight door areas or four wheeled dolly or cart. Please refer to all the Union Rules & Regulations for Ohio.
Is security provided?
Yes, 24-hour security will be provided by Show Management throughout the entire exhibition, including set-up and tear-down. However, do not leave personal items unattended, such as purses, cameras, cell phones and other valuables.
What insurance coverage do I need and who should be listed as additional insured?
Will dishwashing facilities be provided?
Yes, dishwashing facilities are available during show hours as well as during set-up and tear-down. Please refer to the show floor plan for dishwashing locations. A handout will also be dropped in your booth before show day 1 open.
Is cooking and sampling of products allowed?
2025 to be announced soon.
Yes, but you must adhere to the Cooking and Sampling Regulations found in the Exhibitor Service Manual. Exhibitors who wish to prepare and offer food samples at their booth must submit the Centerplate Food and Beverage Sampling / On-site Preparation Approval Form and follow all Ohio Health Department guidelines. The brochure is located within the vendor section of the Exhibitor Service Manual.
What is provided with my booth?
Draped back walls and side rails, exhibitor identification sign, and 24-hour security.
Is electricity provided with my booth?
No, electricity is not provided. All electrical must be ordered through Freeman. Order by the deadline date to receive the best price.
Can I have a hanging sign over my booth?
Preapproval for the use of hanging signs and graphics must be obtained from show management through the Exhibitor Console. Hanging signs are only permitted in island booths which are 400 square feet or larger.
Exhibitor Badge Registration
2025 To Be Announced
How many exhibitor badges do I get for my company?
Each company is allotted between 5 and 30 badges based on net square footage of exhibit space. All personnel accessing on the show floor are required to wear an “EXHIBITOR” badge at all times. These badges should only be used for booth staff, NOT CUSTOMERS.
You will also receive an allotment of complimentary attendee passes for your customers, prospects, and guests that will be available within your exhibitor console. Contact marketing@pizzaexpo.com for more information.
How do I get an international Visa letter of Invitation?
Once your company has paid in full for the exhibit space, you may register your staff.
During the registration process, if a country outside of the United States is selected, you will have the option of requesting an invitation letter to be emailed to you
Have provisions been made for the storage and distribution of product?
Have your freight delivered to the Freeman Advanced Warehouse and receive the following:
- Freight delivered to your booth before setup begins
- No check-in or waiting at the marshaling yard
- Free storage 30 days in advance of the show
How do I order furnishings and services that we will need for our exhibit?
Refer to the Exhibitor Service Manual for order forms and online ordering. 2025 Exhibitor Manual coming soon.
Is the show open to the public?
No, International Pizza Expo Columbus is a B2B trade show and is not open to the general public.
How do I maximize my participation at the show and reach more buyers?
Pizza Expo Columbus offers a variety of ways to stand out from the competition and drive buyers to your booth. With a mix of affordable, effective advertising and sponsorship opportunities, you are sure to stand out and get the attention of buyers. Pre-show, on-site and post-show opportunities are available. For more information please contact your account executive.
Are hotel discounts being offered and how do I book my hotel?
We’ve negotiated travel discounts and secured a limited number of reduced-rate hotel rooms to make your trip to Columbus affordable.
Through the travel experts at EventSphere, rooms at the group rate are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will be able to book on our website closer to the show.
Is parking available at the convention center?
Yes, there are many onsite parking lots at the GCCC.
Are wheelchair and/or scooter rentals available at the convention center?
Yes, wheelchairs and scooters are available to rent at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
Will food be available at the show?
Yes, there will be an assortment of food available at the Convention Center from both exhibitors and Convention Center cafeterias.
Who are the approved vendors for the Pizza Expo Columbus?
We partner with the below vendors to provide services:
- a2z – Official Show Planner/Floorplan Vendor
- Freeman – Official Decorator
- EventSphere – Official Housing Vendor
- Cvent – Official Registration Vendor
- Reach Marketing – Exclusive List Vendor
ALERTS
You may be contacted by third party companies purportedly offering services related to the event. Please be aware that many of these companies are not affiliated in any way with the event, are not endorsed by us, and may be offering services that are either subpar, misleading, or fraudulent. We do not in any way endorse or condone these companies and we are not responsible for their behavior. Any business arrangements regarding the event that you may make through unaffiliated third-party companies are at your own risk and expense.
EventSphere is the official housing provider of Pizza Expo Columbus. We do not endorse booking hotel reservations through any source other than EventSphere. Other third-party companies may contact you in an effort to get you to book through them. Should you book a room through any other company, we will not be able to protect you from a non-refundable deposit or lack of reservation completely. Should you be contacted by someone other than EventSphere, please let us know by emailing marketing@pizzaexpo.com
Exercise caution when dealing with or responding to solicitations from unofficial contractors offering services for the expo. Each year, unofficial contractors target expo exhibitors with email and faxes in attempt to solicit orders for expo services (i.e., carpet, advertising, shipping, etc.). Some of these solicitations may bare our expo name and logo with the intent of confusing or misleading exhibitors into thinking that the contractors sending them are associated with Pizza Expo Columbus. Exhibitors are not required to use Official Expo Vendors, but please be aware that outside contractors must be approved by the show and may require exhibitors to pay additional costs. Exhibitors may also incur other financial obligations in the event their designated contractors fail to perform.
Some exhibitors may receive an invitation to purchase a list of buyers attending Pizza Expo Columbus. Legally, companies are allowed to perform data collection through paid sponsorship and partnerships that are authorized by Pizza Expo Columbus. Through various methods not directly controlled by Show Management, companies might perform data collection regarding attendees at Pizza Expo Columbus and claim that they have an attendee list for purchase. With respect to fair and competitive business practices, we do not support or verify unauthorized selling of our attendee data.