The PGA of British Columbia is pleased to announce that the 2023 Buying Show will be hosted in the River Rock Show Theatre at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond, BC on October 25-26, 2023.
Since 2013, the Buying Show has featured industry exhibitors showcasing an array of products, including equipment, apparel, carts, accessories, golf balls, footwear, training aids, software, sunglasses, signage, and storage solutions, to name a few. The Buying Show serves as a one-stop-shop for all facilities in British Columbia. This event is attended by the majority of the PGA of BC membership, representing over 150 golf facilities throughout the province, making it the industry's largest buying show in British Columbia.
The River Rock Resort will also host the annual PGA of BC Awards Night on October 25, presented by Tribal. As a part of the festivities, the BPG Co-operative has generously partnered with us to present an after-show social on October 25, prior to the start of the Awards Night.
LOCATION
The beautiful River Rock Resort is conveniently located less than ten minutes from Vancouver International Airport and 25 minutes from both the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal and downtown Vancouver. This facility boasts everything needed for a fantastic week, including accommodations and space for the annual PGA of BC Awards Night on October 25. It is travel-friendly and ideally situated in a location that is conveniently accessible by members and exhibitors.
Address:
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Rd.
Richmond, BC
V6X 3P8
ACCOMMODATIONS
Room Rates:
The River Rock Casino Resort is pleased to offer the below preferred group rates:
$189.00/night – Standard Room
(Option of 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
Extra person charge is $30 per night, per person. Room rates are subject to 11% hotel tax, 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST), and 1% Destination Marketing Fee (DMF). The River Rock Casino Resort reserves the right to adjust the applicable taxes and fees without notice.
VENDOR BOOTH REGISTRATION
Registration sign-up details will be distributed to vendors beginning June 5, 2023. Open registration forms will be provided on the Buying Show website beginning July 5, 2023.
Vendor Booth Price:
First 10’ x 8’ Booth: $1,750
Each Additional 10’ x 8’ Booth: $1,250
The River Rock Show Theatre is capable of accommodating 68 total vendor booths. Booths are available on a first come first served basis, noting that several PGA of BC sponsors are eligible for booth reservations as part of their sponsorship packages for 2023. To help accommodate everyone looking to attend this year’s event, we kindly ask all of our vendors to consider the effective use of their booth spaces. Our private show’s setup is designed to encourage sit-down, order execution in a more intimate and easily navigated environment.
Vendor Booth purchases include the following:
8’ high drape back wall
4’ high drape side wings
One 2’x6’ covered & skirted display table
Two upholstered side chairs
One 120 volt electrical outlet
Registration will also include catered lunch services and refreshments (water, coffee) throughout the duration of both days of the show.
SHOW SERVICES PROVIDER
We are pleased to partner with Show in Motion once again for our 2023 Buying Show as our show services provider. Attending vendors are encouraged to contact Show in Motion for all of their booth display set-up needs.
For inquiries, please contact:
Tanya Riznek
Senior Event Coordinator
Show in Motion Services, Inc.
604-599-1440, ext. 202
tanya@showinmotion.com
LOGISTICS
For 2023, YRC Freight will be the official Exhibit Transportation provider for our Buying Show. YRC Freight invites all interested vendors to contact their Customer Care Center and provide the information requested in the attached FORM, at which time they can supply shipment quotes, scheduling, book a pick-up and supply your required documentation for attending the show. We are pleased to advise that early shipments can be held on-site at the River Rock Casino Resort prior to the start of the 2023 Buying Show.
For inquiries, please contact:
YRC Freight Customer Care Center
1-877-330-3321
CustomerCare.Canada@YRCFreight.com
BUYING SHOW SCHEDULE
October 24: Exhibitor Move-In Date
Move-In time: 2:00PM until 6:00PM
October 25: Day 1 Buying Show
Show Start Time: 9:00AM
Lunch Buffet: 12:00PM to 1:00PM
Show End Time: 5:00PM
Day 1 of the Show will be followed by the BPG Co-operative Social and PGA of BC Awards Night
October 26: Day 2 Buying Show
Show Start Time: 9:00AM
Lunch Buffet: 12:00PM to 1:00PM
Show End Time: 2:00PM
Immediately thereafter Show End Time, Vendors are permitted to begin takedown for Move-Out
FLOOR PLAN
An updated floor plan will be provided on this page for vendor and attending member reference closer to the date of the Buying Show. Please check back in the early fall for a provided link to the document.