Introducing The Big One! Portable Display
Introducing The Big One! — a lightweight, portable 10 ft. curved display with maximum graphic impact. The engineered aluminum SEG frame is durable, assembles without tools, and packs in Classic’s legendary reusable die-cut foam packaging and roto-molded case w/ wheels.
The Complete Guide to Trade Show Services (Offsite & Onsite)
Onsite trade show services include all services available at the show site. Contractors typically provide these services for show management. Turnkey services are particularly valuable for first-time exhibitors, companies with limited internal resources, or those participating in numerous shows where efficiency and consistency are paramount.
Embrace the Magical Middle of Trade Show Exhibits
Trade show exhibitors are uncertain about the future. Their budgets are in flux. Costs continue to increase. And the economy is unstable. They need practical, attractive, and cost-effective trade show exhibits that address their marketing challenges.
29 Ways to Cut Your Trade Show Costs
Cut trade show costs without cutting impact. Explore 32+ real-world ways to lower booth design, shipping, labor, and rental expenses.
Classic Exhibits Chicago? Never Gonna to Happen!
Admittedly, Classic Exhibits isn’t well-known outside the exhibit industry. And that’s OK. We’re committed to a private-label model and dedicated to supporting you with design and build services, purchase and rentals, and unbranded marketing support.
Exhibit Rentals are Bigger, Brighter, and Bolder
Exhibit rentals have gotten bigger, brighter, and bolder. Which is good news for everyone. At Classic Rental Solutions (CRS), our island to inline mix is about 50/50.
Comparing Trade Show Marketing to Other Types of Marketing
The trade show season is in full swing, and exhibitors are talking about new graphics, giveaways, and Las Vegas. I love this time of year… and to some extent, loath it. I get to hear exhibitors grumble about the cost of a display, poor leads, drayage, and their ROI.
The (In)Complete Glossary of Trade Shows, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
without further ado, I present you with my new glossary of trade show terms about “pregnancy and childbirth”!
What’s Orange, Retractable, and 10% Less? Banner Stands!
BannerBug stands are manufactured in the USA and covered by an Unconditional Lifetime Warranty on the hardware. If the product fails, regardless of the reason, BannerBug USA will repair or replace it for free, for life.
Major Auto Shows & Trade Shows in the U.S. (with Tips for Exhibitors)
Explore the largest auto shows and auto trade shows in the U.S. including SEMA, AAPEX, EV expos, and more— with tips to help you stand out.
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Amid the LA Fire Devastation, Heartwarming Support
The windswept fires that have consumed Los Angeles over the course of the past 10 days have been devastating. The images you see on TV look like Hollywood special effects. But they’re not.
8 Trade Show Sustainability Solutions for Exhibitors
Sustainability and trade shows have never been best friends. For years, trade shows and exhibitions have been significant contributors to landfills, especially in parts of the world where “build and burn” was common. Recently, trade show sustainability has gone to the front of the line with industry associations like EDPA and ESCA advocating for significant changes in trade show practices.
Business Open House Ideas and Important Tips
Business Open House Ideas and Important Tips. As you plan your Open House, consider the following Frequently Asked Questions for both your team and for your attendees.
Our Favorite Question from Potential Classic Distributors
We thought we’d share our favorite (and least favorite) question about Classic Exhibits. Oddly enough, they’re the same one.
Download (3) Unbranded Trade Show Marketing Templates
These unbranded downloads include new designs, promotions, or product sheets, each with space to add your logo and contact information.
Image Resolution Calculator
Explaining graphic file requirements to a client with limited graphic experience is like explaining the earth’s curvature to a flat earther.
Saying the “S” Word Outloud (Sustainability)
It’s nearly 2025, and people still cover their ears and sing La, La, La whenever the “S” word is mentioned (sustainability). And yet, the S word is the secret weapon for many Classic Distributors. These Distributors know that many companies have S-word initiatives.
33 Big Trade Shows in North America (2025)
November is a BIG trade show month (not to mention a BIG election happening too). Here are 10 gems that you might wanna have on your radar before diving into to Aunt Ruth’s green jello and carrot salad. Enjoy!
How to Stand Out at a Real Estate Convention or Trade Show
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Renting an Exhibit Should Not Be Stressful
Renting an exhibit shouldn’t be stressful. Yet, many exhibitors experience the same anxiety as buying a used car from Manny’s MotorWorld Emporium.
Summit Graphics PDX — Video Walking Tour
Summit Graphics PDX is not only the print provider for Classic Exhibits projects, but they also work with Classic Distributors and Summit clients throughout the Pacific Northwest.
BannerBug USA Banner Stands are in EDS
Many of you are familiar with BannerBug, but for those who are not, BannerBug stands are 100% manufactured in the USA and are covered by an Unconditional Lifetime Warranty on the hardware. If it fails, regardless of the reason, BannerBug USA will repair or replace it for free, for life.
Crazy Fall Season for Classic Rental Solutions
Thank you for a CRAZY FALL SEASON. We’ve had strong sales, including a record number of AMAZING custom projects. The rental division, Classic Rental Solutions (CRS), saw the largest surge. And that’s not surprising. Exhibit rentals are growing at Classic and throughout the industry.
Classic Exhibits is An Event Supplier Too
Classic Exhibits isn’t an event company, but we are an event supplier. Event agencies tap into our rental inventory of exhibit accessories.
Sustainability Guidelines Report or Root Canal Surgery
Sustainability is an important topic at Classic Exhibits and to our industry. However, to many folks, if given the choice between reading a report about “green” exhibit practices or getting a root canal without Novocain, they would choose root canal every time.