Please be aware of and heed the following important dates to ensure a smooth experience from beginning to end.
June 26–July 9, 2017
Category 1 Exhibitor booth selection
July 10–23, 2017
Category 2 Exhibitor booth selection
July 24–Aug. 6, 2017
Category 3 Exhibitor booth selection
Aug. 7–20, 2017
Category 4 Exhibitor booth selection
Aug. 21, 2017
General exposition reservation opens
Not sure what category you're in? Contact Exhibits Manager Cindi Rains to find out.
Jan. 23, 2018
Discount price deadline for custom Shepard rentals
Jan. 25, 2018
First day for warehouse deliveries without an additional surcharge
Feb. 1, 2018
Discount price deadline for standard Shepard orders
Feb. 7, 2018
Deadline to order lead retrieval at discounted rates
Feb. 14, 2018
•Last day for advance warehouse deliveries without additional surcharge
•Last day to place online order for lead retrieval
Feb. 20 2018 (8 a.m.)
First day freight can arrive at GCCC; before this date, all deliveries will be refused
Learn more about shipping
Visit Shepard Exhibitor Service Center
Learn more about lead retreival
Dec. 1, 2017
Deadline to cancel booth reservation and receive refund less 25% cancellation fee
Dec. 11, 2017
Booth staff registration opens
Jan. 26, 2018
Reserved Booth Fees Due
Feb. 1, 2018
Exhibitor Certificates of Insurance due
Feb. 15, 2018
Pre-Registration Deadline for Exhibitor Badges
Oct. 1, 2017
Registration Program Advertising Submission Deadline
Dec. 15, 2017
Submit mobile app banner art by this date for maximum exposure opportunities (The app is now available for download.)
Jan. 15, 2018
On-Site Program Advertising Submission Deadline
Feb. 9, 2018
• Final deadline to submit mobile app banner art, attendee game, and passport challenges
• Descriptions for New Product Showcase must be submitted by this date
Feb. 20, 2018
Exhibitor Setup: 2 – 8 p.m. (Island Booths only)
Feb. 21, 2018
Exhibitor Setup: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Feb. 22, 2018
Exhibitor Setup: 7 – 10 a.m.
Exhibit Hall Open: 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
*Exclusive Exhibit Hall hours: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 5 – 6 p.m.
Feb. 23, 2018
Exhibit Hall Open: 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
*Exclusive Exhibit Hall hours: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 5 – 6 p.m.
Feb. 24, 2018
Exhibit Hall Open: 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
*Exclusive Exhibit Hall hours: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 5 – 6 p.m.
Exhibitor Move Out: 6 — 10 p.m.
Feb. 25, 2018
Exhibit Hall Closed
Exhibitor Move Out: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Feb. 22 - 25, 2018 | Columbus, Ohio
The Midwest Veterinary Conference, hosted by the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, is a growing, regional veterinary conference packed with educational, networking and social opportunities for every member of the veterinary team.