Hemp Beverage Pavilion

Unleash the Potential of Hemp Beverages!

As demand for functional, plant-based beverages grows, hemp beverages are poised to carve out a distinctive niche in the market. Tap into hemp’s rising popularity and connect with thousands of trend-hungry operators in our new Hemp Pavilion, located in The Beverage Room. Meet decision-makers from restaurants, hotels, grocery stores and retail, along with top beverage wholesalers and distributors, all in one of the most high-traffic areas of the Show floor. This is your chance to make a name for yourself at the premier event in foodservice—don’t miss it!

Included Package for Alcohol Producers:

Size: 5’ x 10’ Booth (5’ wide x 10’ deep)
July 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024: $3,025
January 1, 2025 – May 16, 2025: $3,125
*Pricing Includes Basic Branding Package

5’x10’ Booths include turnkey furniture package:

5’ x 10’ Carpet
1-4’ Draped Counter-Height Table
1-Wastebasket
3 Exhibitor Badges

Please note: Only one 5’ x 10’ booth can be purchased. Booths with exposed corners are an additional $325.00.

10’ x 10’ Booth
July 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024: $5,025
January 1, 2025 – May 16, 2025: $5,225
*Pricing Includes Basic Branding Package

To make this option turnkey, purchase the Freeman Exhibitor Package from the Service Kit starting in January 2025. It includes:

2-Limerick® Chairs by Herman Miller
1-Corrugated Wastebasket
1–5-amp Electric outlet
10’ x 10’ Carpet
1-6’L x 30”H Draped Table

Please note: More than 1 - 10’ x 10’ booths can be purchased. Booths with exposed corners are an additional $325.00.

Hemp Beverage Sampling Regulations:

Sampling Regulations:

Must be located in the Beverage Room.
All THC must be hemp-derived per regulations in the 2018 Farm Bill.
Max THC allowed is 10mg
Restaurant Show will supply a bartender that will monitor serving in The Beverage Room. This bartender is in charge of monitoring several booths in the area and will not be assigned to your booth. They will be monitoring to ensure all laws and regulations are being followed.
Exhibitor employees who are 21 years or older are allowed to distribute their own samples.
The Maximum Sampling Portions (per person) are:
There are no restraints on sample vessel as long as the sampling size outlined above is followed.
You MUST submit proof of having $1,000,000.00 liability insurance naming OVG Hospitality, and the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority as additional insured located at 2301 S Lakeshore Dr., Chicago IL and are responsible for State and Local laws pertaining to the distribution of alcohol.
You will be required to check ID’s and follow all Illinois Liquor Laws. Those under the age of 21 are not allowed to sample beverages with THC.
Hemp Beverages cannot be served prior to 11:00 a.m. on Sundays, per City of Chicago ordinance.

Storage Regulations:

Exhibitor must ship their alcohol to arrive in the Secured Storage Area (shipping labels will be provided).
Exhibitors must store their alcohol in the provided Secured Storage Area (located near The Beverage Room) overnight. There will be off duty police officers who you will be able to check in/out your product with. You are able to hand carry your product to/from Secured Storage at no cost.
Exhibitor are responsible for removal of all product from the Show. Hemp Beverages cannot be given out to attendees or exhibitors at the end of the Show.
All other Hemp Beverages associated costs not listed within the included package are the responsibility of the exhibitor.

To learn more, call us at 312-853-2542 or email us at [email protected] to find out what we can do to help your company today!