GABS Trade Hub

exhibitor stand SALES

NOW OPEN

HOW TO BOOK

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Stand allocations are limited and subject to availability.

MELBOURNE

  • Bookings confirmed before Wednesday 23 December 2026 can choose to:
    1. Pay 50% non-refundable deposit, with the remaining 50% invoiced in January 2027 and payable within 7 days of invoice issue; or
    2. Pay 100% upfront at the time of booking.
  • Bookings confirmed on or after 24 December require 100% payment upfront at the time of booking.

SYDNEY

  • Bookings confirmed before 30 June 2027 can choose to:
    1. Pay 50% non-refundable deposit, with the remaining 50% invoiced in July 2027 and payable within 7 days of invoice issue; or
    2. Pay 100% upfront at the time of booking.
  • Bookings confirmed on or after 1 July 2027 require 100% payment upfront at the time of booking.

Traditionally, our exhibitor stands sell out quickly and we anticipate strong demand for 2027. 

Once you’ve paid your registration fees, the GABS team will be in touch. Key dates and deadlines will be sent in DECEMBER. Exhibitor operations kits will be sent EARLY 2027.

If all stands are sold out, please email info@schwartz.events with what city & stand type and you will be added to a waitlist. We’ll contact those on the waiting list from the first in, should any stands become available.

STAND DETAILS

All rates are in $AUD, excluding GST.
Booking fees apply.

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3x3m & 6x3m stands include back Corianthian wall and 2 side nib walls.

If like to discuss alternatively setup please email the team at info@schwartz.events

All setup, service, features and activations must be contained within your contracted footprint. Absolutely nothing is permitted to intrude upon aisles and / or surrounding stands.

STAND INClUSIONS

  • 2.4m high walling
  • Carpet tile flooring for the footprint of your stand
  • 1 arm light
  • 1 x 4amp power point  
  • 1 x exhibitor facia sign
  • 1 x POS terminal for a 3x3m site. 2 x POS terminals for larger stands.  Additional terminals can be requested at cost to the exhibitor ($60)
  • 1 x 60L tub for packaged beer or cider (if requested). Additional available at cost to exhibitor ($15ea).
  • 2x 5kg bags of complimentary ice per session. Additional available at cost to exhibitor ($5ea).
  • 1 x 10L cask of water. Additional available at cost to exhibitor ($15ea).
  • 1 x sleeve 285mL cups for testing taps.
  • Supply of 100mL plastic single-use taster cups.
  • 4 crew tickets per day per 3x3m stand or 6 crew tickets per day for larger stands. Variations may apply to partnership arrangements. 
  • Access to discounted GA festival tickets
  • Dedicated marketing and support
  • Acceptance and management of stock in an ambient storage area.
  • Dedicated live support channel for security, cleaning, restocking, tap system support, +more via online Festival Network (WhatsApp)
  • BOH runners to restock beverage, ice, water + cups
  • Exhibitor Rebates listed below
    • Beer/cider/spirits: 55% rebate
    • Non-alcohol beverages: 80% rebate
    • Hot & packaged food: 80% rebate
    • Market stalls (no food): 90% rebate
    • Merchandise: 90%
  • Site set up and pack down – The GABS team will set up the stand inclusions as above, but it is the exhibitor’s responsibility to set up their own equipment, decorations and so on. A schedule will be provided with access times.
  • Additional furniture & features – You will be able to book directly through Select Exhibitions for any special requirements such as additional furniture, power, equipment, lights or infrastructure for your stand.
  • Tap systems – GABS Exhibitors who want to offer tap beers must provide all equipment necessary for their own tap system. Please ensure your tap system flow rate is suitable for pouring into 100ml tasting cups. If you do not own your own system, GABS has a limited stock of bar setups for hire. Please email lisa@schwartz.events
  • Stock Logistics – Exhibitors are responsible for booking transport of stock with their preferred provider, ensuring delivery is compliant with venue access times. ALL stock must be clearly labelled for move in / out. GABS will accept and manage stock onsite on your behalf, however due to volume of kegs received we will not be liable for lost or missing kegs.
  • Sufficient product – Expected numbers are for each city are indicated on the Trade Hub, subject to increase as regulations allow.
  • Permits & Paperwork – Various permits, licences and information is required for compliance and festival operations. Further information will be provided in due course. All exhibitors in Melbourne will be required to complete a event liquor license which will be additional cost.
  • Product & Pricing – A complete product list detailing name, type and ABV of beverage for promotion and pricing for upload to POS system. Exhibitors are responsible for their own menu boards.
  • Operational Plans – Arrangements for site deliveries, operations and order requirements. Delivery/collection of hire items and / or stock to site within scheduled time frames.
  • Crew Management – Knowledgeable and engaging crew in sufficient quantities to keep up with demand. Stands serving alcohol must supply valid copies of ALL crew RSA’s compliant with the relevant state’s legislation. Strictly 18+
  • Safety Compliance – Provide own hi-vis for Bump In / Bump Out. Venue will not be accessible without hi-vis clothing and/or vest and closed-toe shoes during this period. A safety induction may be required prior to access.
  • Marketing – Option to offer promotional giveaways, Logo artwork for web site & advertising etc., Listing of GABS on your social media sites
  • Charity raffle – A donation of a 4-pack/6-pack/ merch item to put towards the charity raffle for:
    • Melbourne – The Royal Childrens Hospital
    • Sydney: St Vinnies de Paul Society
  • Public Liability Insurance – Each company must provide Certificate of Currency for Public Liability Insurance with a minimum cover of $20million

DIRECT FROM GABS:

  • Esky hire – $50 + gst
  • Additional Square terminal hire – $70 + gst
  • Additional Ice $5 each (this will be taken off rebate)

DIRECT FROM SELECT EXHIBITIONS:

  • Additional power available: 4amp, 10amp, 51amp, 3 phase options
  • 1.8m Trestle Tables with 2 black chairs and table cloth
  • 1.8m stainless steel trestle table
  • Chairs
  • Signage

Plus much more available, once registered Select Exhibitions will be in contact with you to discuss these options.

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