Orlando HamCation®
Rules and Regulations

General

  • No Weapons on Fairground property
  • No animals inside the buildings except service animals.
  • No food/drink sales on property. (except by approved caterer)
  • Event will go on Rain or Shine.
  • Orlando HamCation® has a standing refund policy. No refunds unless all the paperwork has been received by USPS 10 daysbefore the show starts. It is to the discretion of the HamCation® chairman to execute any and all refunds.
  • Parking and Access to Loading Areas; Ample free parking is provided for the event.We strongly advise all of our guest not to leave valuables in sight in the passenger compartment of your vehicle.Things such as your GPS, purses and your purchases should be secured out of sight or in your trunk. Antennas, where possible, should be removed. We make every effort to keep your possessions secure even to the extent of having extra Law Enforcement on site.OrlandoHamCation assumes no responsibility for items left in vehicles.
  • Vendors are required to park their vehicles in the gated vendor parking area outside of the east gate.
  • Guests parking in such a way as to block other vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense.Parking adjacent to buildings is for vendor and staff loading and unloading only. Guest are not permitted to park in these areas nor to enter or egress buildings through loading areas or doors
  • Guest Disputes with Vendors: Most of our vendors have been with us for years and have an excellent track record in dealing with our guests. However, from time to time disputes may arise. All transactions are between the vendor and the guest. Orlando HamCation®staff assumes no responsibility for or role in dispute resolution. All issues must be settled between the guest and the vendor.
  • Personal Transportation Vehicles: Personal transport vehicles, including Segway’s, are permitted on the fairground premises, but NOT within any structures. A copy of any personal transport vehicle liability insurance listing said vehicle MUST be given to the HamCation staff at the RV check-in location prior to operation on premises. These rules do not apply to our handicapped guests with (Electric) wheelchairs and scooters.
  • Hold Harmless:That VENDOR shall hold harmless/indemnify the Orlando HamCation ®, its agents, representatives, officers, directors, and the Central Florida Fairgrounds from all liability, loss, claims, suits and/or judgments arising from VENDOR'S negligent or intentional wrongful acts or omissions. Orlando HamCation® disclaims responsibility for injury to any persons resulting from VENDOR negligent or intentional wrongful acts or omissions.
  • Limitation of Liabilities:That under no circumstances shall the Orlando HamCation ® or any affiliated entity have any liability whatsoever for incidental or consequential loss or damages such as, without limitation, lost profit or revenue, loss of use, increased costs or expense, or claims resulting from agreements of VENDOR and third parties. VENDOR at all times remains solely liable for penalties, liquidated damages, indemnification of the Orlando HamCation® and others.
  • Acts of God:That Orlando HamCation® shall not be liable for delay or nonperformance attributable to war, fire, flood, acts of God, acts of third parties, terrorism, acts of governmental authorities, accidents, work stoppage, riot and disobedience, equipment breakdown, or other measures beyond our reasonable control.

East Hall

  • Each booth is 10 feet long and 10 feet deep with commercial draping. Included are two 8-foot tables, two chairs, 40-inch sign with your company name, 120 VAC / 500-watt power and 24-hour security.
  • Spaces are on a first come, first served basis.
  • Payment in full must be made by December 1, 2017 to guarantee reservations. Reservations not paid for in full by December 1, 2017 will be canceled and spaces will be made available again.

West Hall

  • Booth of 2 Tables.Each booth consists of two tables draped and arranged in a L shape, (no backdrop draping), two chairs, company sign, 120 VAC / 500-watt power, 24-hour security.
  • Spaces are on a first come, first served basis.
  • Payment in full must be made by December 1, 2017 to guarantee reservations. Reservations not paid for in full by December 1, 2017will be canceled and spaces will be made available again.

North Hall

  • Option #1: A booth that is 10 feet long and 10 feet deep with commercial draping. Included are two 8-foot tables, two chairs, 40-inch sign with your company name, 120 VAC / 500-watt power and 24-hour security.
  • Option #2: a single 8-foot table, grouped in 12 islands of four tables each. Tables are draped, no backdrop draping, two chairs, 120 VAC / 500-watt power, and 24-hour security.
  • Spaces are on a first come, first served basis.
  • Payment in full must be made by December 1, 2017to guarantee reservations. Reservations not paid for in full by December 1, 2017 will be canceled and spaces will be made available again.

Advanced Shipping and Staging

  • We are working with our vendors to provide the most economical way to advance ship and store your displays. Exhibitor kits will be mailed in early January 2018 with the appropriate shipping information for advanced shipping.

Swaps

  • Tables are reserved on a first come - first served basis
  • The cost per 8-foot table for the entire weekend (3 days) is $55. The price includes one uncovered table and one chair. You must purchase a HamCation admission ticket for each person entering the Fairgrounds.
  • Set-up time for Swap Tables is Thursday February 8th, 2018; 7 am to 7 pm, and FridayFebruary 9th, 2018;7 am to 9am.
  • Swap Tables opens to the public at 9am on Friday.
  • Not all tables have electric so be specific when requesting.
  • Payment in full must be made by December 1, 2017to guarantee reservations. Reservations not paid for in full by December 1, 2017will be canceled and spaces will be made available again.
  • Reservations received after December 31, 2017 will be held at "will call" for pick up on your arrival.

Tailgate

  • Advance reservations are strongly encouraged because of the tremendous popularity of the Orlando HamCation and tailgating.
  • Tailgaters are permitted in on Thursday February 8th, 2018 at 7am till 8:00PM, but are responsible for marking their space as taken with markers of some kind, roping off or leaving tables in the space. In the same way, spaces must also be indicated as taken on Friday and Saturday evening if you plan to return the next day. Remember, not all tailgaters participate the entire three days. Available spaces will be reassigned on Saturday and Sunday.
  • $45 for the entire weekend plus admission ticket (admission is $15 in advance and $17 at the gate).
  • Please note that a tailgater who stays in their space overnight must pay the overnight/RV fee of $30 per night plus the $45 for tailgate space.
  • Reservations received after December 31, 2017 will be held at "will call" for pick up on your arrival.

RV

  • Advanced reservations are highly recommended for the 2018 Orlando HamCation®. Last year we filled to capacity.
  • Reservations rate is $30 per night. This rate includes water and limited electricity.
  • No hook-up locations will be guaranteed even with an advanced reservation.
  • Locations are assigned on a first come - first served basis when you arrive.
  • If you intend to meet someone and be near their RV then you MUST arrive together.
  • NO RV check-ins before Wednesday, Feb 7th, 2018 at 2:00 pm.
  • RV gate will be open from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm, Thursday. Absolutely NO check-ins after 8:00 pm. Gates will be locked.
  • All RVs must be out by 6:00 pm Sunday, February 11, 2018.
  • Important: No overnight camping is allowed outside the gates on Fairgrounds property per the Fairgrounds management. Any vehicles found to be doing so are subject to towing by police order. This includes arriving before Wednesday February 7th, 2018.
  • Each person must also have a HamCation admission ticket. Advanced tickets are $15.00 (requests for tickets must be postmarked by December 31, 2017) and the at-the-gate price is $17.00. Tickets may be ordered along with your R.V. reservation.
  • There is a dump station on the property. NO DUMPING at the dump station without a hose.
  • The RV entrance is through the SOUTH GATE, which is the Fairground's Main Entrance, located at 4603 W. Colonial Drive Orlando Florida 32808.

Advance Tickets

  • Advanced ticket price is $15.00 ea. Envelope must be postmarked by December 31, 2017 to receive advance ticket pricing. Envelopes postmarked after December 31, 2017 will pay the “at the gate” price of $17.00 ea.
  • Ticket requests postmarked AFTER December 31, 2017 will be held at WILL CALL for you to pick up when you arrive (NO EXCEPTIONS). If you are unable to have tickets mailed to you because you are traveling, you may request that the tickets be held at the Will Call gate for you.
  • Will-Call tickets will be at the EAST ticket booth;this is near the handicap parking area.
  • Tickets are $17.00 at the gate for the entire three (3) days. Parking is FREE.

Additional Needs

  • If you require any additional needs while at HamCation, i.e. additional chairs or tables please contact your area Chairman for assistance. ALL REQUEST MUST GO THROUGH YOUR CHAIRMAN FOR ACCOUNTABILITY REASONS.
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  • We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally identifiable information. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also release your information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or other rights, property, or safety.

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