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SELL YOUR PRODUCT AND GROW YOUR AUDIENCE

While our fans have a variety of interests in the geek-space, they tend to be more nostalgic, forward-thinking, racially diverse, and affluent than other markets. No matter what age or demographics your business targets, you will find your audience at Awesome Con.

WHY CHOOSE AWESOME CON?

  • Awesome Con is an established, homegrown event with a loyal fanbase
  • Awesome Con presents unique features like Science Fair—where science meets science fiction!
  • Washington D.C. is an affluent city and the most educated metropolitan region in the country
  • Washington D.C. is known for its intelligence, diversity, and its cherry blossoms, which will be in full bloom for Awesome Con

AWESOME CON STATS

    • Awesome Con sees over 62k fans coming from the US and internationally across 3 days
    • 63% of fans say the Exhibit Hall is one of their main reason for attending Awesome Con, with 97% of fans visiting the Exhibit Hall
    • 28% of our attendees are considered Gen X, who hold the largest share of global spending power
    • Awesome-Con.com sees 21k visitors each month
    • 9.5k+ fans downloaded the app with 71k+ fan engagements within the app
    • 172k+ social media followers and newsletter subscribers
    • 35% of fans have an average HHI of over $100,000

EXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS

Sell your products directly loyal fans of your brand in our Exhibit Hall and include a sponsorship to grow your audience by reaching new fans though physical ads (handouts, banners, signage) or digitally (though our newsletter, website, social media). Whatever combination you prefer, our sales team can put together an effective package for you!

Booth start at 10 x 10 and includes:

  • One (1) 8′ Skirted Table

  • Two (2) Chairs

  • Four (4) Exhibitor Badges

  • One (1) Wastebasket

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center provides complimentary Wi-Fi, but the signal may not be strong in the Exhibit Hall or when the convention is at its busiest. Personal internet connection can be purchased at the exhibitor’s expense.

Amenities such as electricity, additional chairs, tables, and/or pipe and drape are also not included but can be purchased at the exhibitor’s expense.

SPONSORSHIPS INCLUDE:

  • Registration Handouts
  • Video Ads
  • E-Newsletter Ads
  • Social Media Posts
  • Website Ads
  • Hanging Signs
  • Meterboards
  • And more!

CONTACT THE SALES TEAM

BEST PRACTICES FOR MAXIMUM SUCCESS

  • Offer a collectible Awesome Con Exclusive to entice collectors and enthusiasts

  • Offer free items, such as tote bags or mini-prints to attract fans to your booth

  • Add a photo and bio to your mobile app listing so fans know what you sell and where to find you

  • Ask your salesperson about sponsorship opportunities to attract more attention

  • Purchase your booth early so you can be among the first to be placed on the Exhibit Hall map

  • Rebook on the Sunday of Awesome Con to secure a discount on your booth for the following year