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When is Bead Expo Portland? Where is it being held? How do I get there? How do I get tickets / Do I need to pre-register? What is the cost of attendance? Are there any discounts off of admission? Is this a wholesale or retail (open to the public) event? Where can I stay / Do you have a hotel block? Are wheelchairs available? Is there parking? Are there any special events going on? Where can I buy refreshments during the Show? I want to know about workshops. When is Bead Expo Portland? Bead Expo Portland is Thursday through Sunday, March 27 - 30, 2008. HOURS Thursday, March 27, 2008 Wholesale/Preview Night, 5 - 9 pm Friday, March 28, 2008 - Noon - 7 pm Saturday, March 29, 2008 - 10 am - 6 pm Sunday, March 30, 2008 - 11 am - 5 pm Back to Top Where is it being held? Bead Expo Portland is being held at the Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE ML King, Jr. Blvd., Portland, OR 97232. You can contact them toll free at 1.800.791.2250 Back to Top How do I get there? View our travel page for Door-to-door directions. Back to Top How do I get tickets / Do I need to pre-register? We currently do not have pre-registration for Bead Expo. All tickets to the bazaar can be purchased at the Bead Expo ticket booth at Oregon Convention center during show hours. Purchasing a class will grant you free admission for the length of the show with display of your name badge. Back to Top What is the cost of attendance? $10 - 1 day pass $12 - 2 day pass $14 - 3 day pass $16 - 4 day pass Those with Bead Expo Portland Student badges gain free admission to the bazaar. Back to Top Are there any discounts off of admission? Yes! You can download a $2 off show admission coupon to saveat the door! Limit one per customer. Back to Top Is this a wholesale or retail (open to the public) event? Our events are open to the public and tend to be retail oriented. As such, prices marked by vendors must always be retail. There are qualified wholesale buyers who attend, but as there is no pre-registration/credentials checked at the door, it is up to each INDIVIDUAL vendor to (a) chose whether or not they wish to conduct wholesale transactions, (b) check the buyer's credentials to confirm that they are licensed for wholesale transactions, and (c) set their own minimums for such transactions. VENDORS: It is illegal to engage in a wholesale transaction without charging sales tax (in states where there is a sales tax) with anyone who is not properly licensed. BUYERS:All must respect vendor policies and not expect such pricing if not properly qualified. Back to Top Where can I stay / Do you have a hotel block? Red Lion Hotel 1021 NE Grand Ave Portland, OR 97232 Phone: (503) 235-2100 Rates: $129.00 night plus lodging tax, one king or 2 queen beds. Group rates apply up to three days prior to our start date, subject to availability. Back to Top Are wheelchairs available? There are a limited amount of wheelchairs available on a first come first serve basis. These wheelchairs are not just for Bead Expo but also for any other event happening at the Convention Center at the same time of our show. We highly recommend you bringing your own wheelchair. Back to Top Is there parking? There are over 800 parking spaces available at the Convention Center. The current price is $8 a day, no in and out privileges (this price may be subject to change). Back to Top Are there any special events going on? There are two events geared toward students: the Meet the Teachers Reception Thursday night 6 - 8 pm and the PJ Bead Party . The bazaar is open on Thursday night from 5 -9pm, admission is $10. Visit our Portland Events page for further details. Back to Top Where can I buy refreshments during the Show? There will be a concession stand located in the exhibit hall during show hours. Back to Top I want to know about workshops. To sign up for any of our workshops you can view our selection online. If you have questions about your current workshop selection, or need to make any changes or corrections, please contact Class Registration, 610-232-5733. Back to Top |
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