Frequently Asked Questions
ATTENDEE FAQs
Q: How do i register for the show?
Q: How far is my hotel from the convention center?
A: Go to
www.siasnowshow.com/hotels to see our list of hotels and the distance from the Convention Center. All SIA hotels are in walking distance of the Show.
Q: What kind of food can I get at the show
A: All kinds; sushi, organic salads, soups, pizza, paninis. New this year, bar service will be day-long inside the Show Hall starting at 10A with bloody mary's, full cash bar and specialty tequila selections. Food trucks will be outside the Show on 14th Street during lunch hours.
Q: What are the show hours?
A: SIA Snow Show;
- January 31 9A – 6P
- February 1 9A – 6P
- February 2 9A – 6P
- February 3 9A – 1P
Q: How do I find out about after-hours networking events and parties?
A: Go to www.siasnowshow.com/events or download the SIA Show App at
www.siasnowshow.com/showappQ: Are children allowed at the show?
A: Yes, but if they are under 16, they must be escorted by an adult. There is a Day Care Service available onsite at the Convention Center. SIA contracts with New Thomas Learning Centers to provide the service. For reservations, call Kelly at 303-639-5977,
kelly.boerder@gmail.comQ: How do I register for the On-Show Demo/Ski-Ride Fest?
The 2013 SIA Snow Show is sold out, but we have a wait-list for all interested exhibitors. Contact SIA's Patricia Grenke at
PGrenke@snowsports.org or 703-506-4222 to start the process.
Q: How do I sign up for a booth?
The 2013 SIA Snow Show is sold out, but we have a wait-list for all interested exhibitors. Contact SIA's Patricia Grenke at
PGrenke@snowsports.org or
703-506-4222 to start the process.
Q: How do I get my stuff to my booth?
You can either ship your stuff in advance for delivery to the advanced freight warehouse:
Early shipments must be received no later than Wednesday, January 23, 2013. Please send your advanced freight to:
Exhibiting Company Name and Booth Number
SIA Snow Show
c/o GES—Global Experience Specialists at UPS Terminal
5300 E. 56th Ave.
Commerce City, CO 80022-3237
Or you can ship it directly to the Colorado Convention Center:
Please note that the Colorado Convention Center is unable to receive or store materials delivered prior to your targeted move-in date or Monday, January 28th. Materials arriving earlier should be shipped to the Advance Freight Warehouse.
Please send on-site shipments to:
Exhibiting Company Name and Booth Number
SIA Snow Show c/o GES—Global Experience Specialists
700 14th Street
Denver, CO 80202
If you are arriving in your own vehicle or POV's (Personally Owned Vehicle), you must check in at the GES Marshaling Yard prior to unloading.
If you have a small amount of materials and plan to hand-carry the items to your booth—please follow the below regulations
Exhibitors choosing to self-unload must go to the designated hand-carry area. The hand-carry area is accessed from 14th Street at the Colorado Convention Center. Due to the limited area and Show site work rules, exhibitors that wish to self-unload are subject to the following parameters:
- Space is available on a first come, first served basis
- 10 minute time frame for unloading
- An exhibitor must remain with the vehicle at all times
- Vehicle must leave the area upon completion of the off load
- This service is limited to personal vehicles
- This service is for Exhibitors Only (EAC's and/or contract carriers are not permitted)
- Hand carry only---dollies and/or hand trucks are not allowed (the only exception will be hanging clothes on a rolling rack)
Q: How soon can I move in? Out?
Each exhibitor is sent a target move-in and move-out date and time based on their position on the trade show floor.
Q: How do I order electricity, furniture and other necessities for my booth?
Here is the link to the Exhibitor Services Manual:
This manual includes complete information on all show information as well as order forms for all the various services you may need for your booth. siasnowshow.com/esm
Q: Can I bring food and drink for my staff and our guests?
No outside food and drink are allowed to be brought into your booth for your staff and guest.
All food and beverage needs must be supplied by Centerplate. Orders can be placed online at denverconvention.com.
If you require a product or service that is not listed on the menu, please contact Centerplate directly at 303-228-8050. They will work with you to provide the necessary items or create a custom menu.
Any food and beverage not ordered through and provided by Centerplate will be removed. Centerplate will also possibly impose some additional fees on you.
Q: How do I secure my booth overnight?
You can order overnight booth security through the Security Management Group of America. They can be contacted at 773-254-1824.
Q: Where do I pick up my badges for the On-Show Demo/Ski-Ride Fest?
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ON-SNOW DEMO FAQs
Q: How do I register for the On-Snow Demo/Ski-Ride Fest?
Q: Where do I pick up my badges for the On-Snow Demo/Ski-Ride Fest?
A: All On-Snow Badges can be picked up at the SIA Snow Show in Denver starting 1P on Thursday, January 31 at SIA Registration and the SIA Information Booth. Avoid the lines and pick up your badges in Denver before heading to the mountains.
If you're on skis, complete a DIN Setting form at the USRA Booth in Denver, located at the top of the escalators before entering the Show Hall.