The Expo West, Expo East & 4H Building

By combining the newly renovated Expo West and Expo East venues with the 4H building, over 32,000 square feet are available. The Expo West and Expo East building are connected through an enclosed climate controlled link. The Expo East and 4H Building are connected with an enclosed link*. Together, the Expo West, Expo East and 4H Building will accommodate up to 212 booths.

The first question we are always asked is "how much". The Expo offers ala carte pricing so that you can customize your Non Profit Show or Fair to meet your budget. To assist you, we have estimated costs per booth based on the most frequently requested options.

The prices quoted below INCLUDE a 20% Non Profit Discount on room rental.

Economy Option

Approximately $14 Per Booth Based On 212 Booths.*
Booths spaces will be marked off with chalk. Vendors may rent tables and chairs directly from the Expo. 

Standard Option

Approximately $26 Per Booth Based On 212 Booths.*
Includes one table and two chairs for each booth. Booths spaces will be marked off with chalk.

Deluxe Option

Approximately $52 Per Booth Based On 212 Booths.*
Includes one table, two chairs, table skirting, table cloths and pipe and draping for each booth.


*Booth capacity is based on booth sizes of 8' x 10', and does not include space for concessions, concessions dining, staged areas, bar service or reception tables. Approximate price per booth will increase if number of booths is decreased. Electricity plug-ins for booths are not included above. Costs may vary based on any additional options that may be added. Set up days are 50% of the room rental rates. Non Profit Shows & Fairs will receive three hours of tear down in the pricing quoted above. Additional hours will be charged at the rate of $50 per hour. The enclosed link between the Expo East and 4H Building is only available during winter weather months.

Our Approved Concessionaires

Our approved concessionaires will sell snacks, food and non-alcoholic beverages for Non Profit Shows & Fairs. All of our concessionaires are experienced and licensed. Please contact them for their menus and pricing.

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Bar Service Options

The Porter County Expo offers a wide variety of choices of bar service packages for your event. Our event specialists will work with you to choose a bar package that fits your needs. These packages can be customized to suit the tastes of your guests and your budget.

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Ready To Start Planning?

Just click on the icon below to submit a request for proposal and tell us a little bit more about what your needs are. Our event planner will contact you within two business days to answer your questions and further discuss your plans so that we can determine venue availability and estimated cost.

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