Trade Information

Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June 2011

An unbeatable  combination of action-packed entertainment, crowds of 95,000 and extensive media coverage make this event one of the best exhibitor trading opportunities in the region. 

Even more visitors are expected in Margate again for this free annual festival which offers two days of entertainment, live music, thrilling flying displays and much more.

So, why exhibit with us?

Margate's Big Event made its debut in 2007 and immediately fulfilled its promise of becoming Kent’s leading air and land festival.

This year’s festival will take place on 18 and 19 June on Margate Seafront.  Once again the trading hours will be between 10am and 10pm on Saturday and from 10am to 6pm on Sunday.

Previous years have seen as many as 95,000 visitors over the two days and we have every reason to believe that in its fifth year the crowds will increase.  Prices are being held at a reasonable rate for 2011 (i.e., £350 per 3 square metres ) with the bonus that VAT is not payable on this site.

Whether you are a large or small exhibitor we can provide you with a site to suit your needs in all the main areas giving literally thousands of people the opportunity to visit your stand. 

How do you apply?

Reserving a stand is easy.

Simply download an application form from this site complete and email to events@thanet.gov.uk or post to the address shown on the form. Payment for your space can be made over the telephone using any of the major credit or debit cards or you can enclose a cheque with your application. 

• Exhibitors Guidance Notes and terms and conditions  (pdf 101 kb)
• Exhibitors application form (pdf 35 kb)
• Introduction Letter (pdf 31kb)

If you would like to know more or would like a quote for your stand contact the Show Organiser’s Office by emailing events@thanet.gov.uk or by calling 01843 577638.

Marketing and promotion

Our high profile marketing campaign is backed by a comprehensive PR strategy targeting national press, radio and TV.  Our promotions are scheduled to reach an estimated one million people in the weeks prior to the event.

We look forward to welcoming you to Margate in June.

Tourism & Events

E-mail:

events@thanet.gov.uk

Tel: 01843 577638 or 577167