Everything you need to have your best trade show.
The Car Wash Show™ 2024 in Nashville is right around the corner. As we're expecting a huge crowd of wash owners and operators, we want to make sure your entire team is prepared to maximize your investment.
NEW FOR 2024: Our exhibitor bootcamp is now ON-DEMAND, with several videos below to prepare your team on your own time.
Exhibitor Resources
Exhibitor Bootcamp
Collection of on-demand videos.
Exhibitor Services Manual
Policies, procedures, and onsite support services.
2024 Live Floor Plan
Take a peek at the sold out show floor.
Exhibitor FAQs
Answers to your biggest questions at your fingertips.
2023 Standout Exhibit Report
Exhibiting Effectiveness Evaluation™ report on effective ideas and practices.
Exhibitor Housing
Book hotels with the best rates.
SPECIAL UPDATE: BRIAN CAMPBELL BEST BOOTH AWARDS
This year, an independent panel of trade show experts will serve as judges for the beloved annual awards. Final awards will be handed out on Wednesday by the ICA president to three tiers of exhibitors: less than 999 sq. ft., more than 1000 sq. ft., and a 'Stand Out Exhibit' award.
Scorecards will be anchored in three key areas:
- Booth display/aesthetic
- Product promotion
- Customer engagement
Additional notes:
- Photos and video of winning booths will be captured and shared on ICA media and show platforms post event.
- One priority point will be given to each company winner for future space selection (in 2024, a point will be awarded for the 2026 selection).
Know Your Audience
Who attends The Car Wash Show? What are they looking for? What do they care about?
Dive deep into The Show's attendee research with Joe Federbush, CEO of EVOLIO Marketing, so you can better align your team's sales strategy before, during, and after the 2024 event.
Marketing Yourself
Learn fresh ideas on how to amplify your brand presence, drive impactful engagement, and improve overall ROI at this year's event. PLUS! Explore a new suite of custom resources that will allow you to invite your customers.
Booth Design—Jefferson Davis
Hear from industry pro Jefferson Davis on trends, tips, and best practices to stand out on the show floor. Includes discussion of booths that received the highest marks in 2023 and what you can learn from the approach.
Logistics
Unravel the intricate web of logistics with our comprehensive guide to navigating shipping deadlines, streamlining operations, and much more.
Plan an Event Your Way
From nightclub VIP table reservations and private dining arrangements to full venue buyouts for branded events, our sourcing partner Jampack can arrange it all.
Put their expertise and venue relationships to work for you. Jampack makes planning events in Nashville easy. Request services from the official Hospitality and Nightlife Contractor to plan Nashville your way.
Call our registration call center at 774-247-4010 or send an email to Carwashshow@xpressreg.net.
Attendee badges may be purchased for customers for $275 for a 3-day pass and $200 for a one-day Wednesday pass. Registration will open on January 22, 2024.
Please note: You will be charged for each customer you register. Once you enter them into the system, you are generating a registration for them and will be charged the corresponding fee.
Yes, it does! All attendees, exhibitors and distributors with badges are welcome. We hope you’ll join us for this fun networking event!
Each exhibiting company receives (2) complimentary badges per 10’x10’ for company employees to work the booth.
Yes, you can add passes for additional company employees and distributors at no cost through March 31, 2024. They will be placed in a pending status until approved by show management. Allotments are for company employees and distributors ONLY.
If you exceed your allotment, and it is after March 31, 2024, exhibitor and distributor badges are $75 each.
Reprints of lost badges will be replaced with a full conference fee. Visit the Registration Desk at The Car Wash Show for assistance.
Attendee Lists and Lead Retrieval
Exhibitors can now access our FREE 2024 attendee preview list or purchase FULL or SEGMENTED attendee lists through Convention Data Services (CDS). If you need assistance obtaining lists, order HERE or call CDS at 800-746-9734. You may also email oalsupport@cdsreg.com for Attendee List questions.
If you are interested in lead retrieval devices, order HERE. If you need assistance call CDS at 800-746-9734 or email xpressleadpro@cdsreg.com for Lead Retrieval questions.
Hotels
Connections Housing is the only authorized housing company for The Car Wash Show. Housing will open on January 22, 2024.
Exhibitor Services and Rentals
Please consult our Exhibitor Service Manual HERE. If you have any further questions, you may contact Ginny Hiatt with The Expo Group at GHiatt@theexpogroup.com or 972-751-9463.
Booth Catering
Contact Sodexo Live! for questions and ordering at Eileen.Adams@NashvilleMCC.com or (615) 401-1360. A catering catalog can be found HERE.
Shipping
You can find the Advance Warehouse shipping labels HERE in The Exhibitor Service Manual.
April 22, 2024, is the first day to receive freight.
Advance Warehouse freight must arrive by April 30, 2024.
You can find the Direct Show Site shipping labels HERE in The Exhibitor Service Manual.
Booth Sales or International Carwash Association Involvement
Reach out to Kendra Johnson with International Carwash Association at kjohnson@carwash.org or 815-543-6588.
YES! Contact Kendra Johnson with International Carwash Association at kjohnson@carwash.org or 815-543-6588.
YES! Click HERE to view sponsorship opportunities.
All Other Questions
Please contact Dana Cintron with International Carwash Association at dcintron@carwash.org or 312-804-6612.
May 13-15th, 2024.
Exhibit Hours: Mon & Tues: 11am-5pm, Wed: 9am-12pm.
Click here to contact our recommended vendor. Wheelchairs may also be requested at all Music City Center service desks. If you require additional assistance, contact Ralph Campbell with Music City Center:
Ralph.campbell@nashvillemcc.com 615-401-1465.
The garage is located at 701 Demonbreun Street. You can view the parking map HERE.
Parking Rates:
0-5 hours $10
5-9 hours $15
9-12 hours $20
12-18 hours $25
Overnight $35
Lost Ticket $35