march 7-8, 2026

Sydney Showgrounds

Welcome to SGS'26!

 

It’s great to have you registered to exhibit with us at the upcoming Sydney Guitar Show, we are so excited to be bringing the winning format of MGS’25 to Sydney for the first time.

This is the landing page for the SGS26 Exhibitor Manual. Please save this page to your browser or desktop as it will be your first port of call for everything you need to do and know in order to make  your show a success.

**This a working document and will be updated continuously in the lead up to SGS26. You will be notified via email whenever key information is added**

Emails:

Our email communications will be concise and simple. All emails will contain SGS26 in the Subject line and there will be one email sent per key task and due date. 

General Information:

Show Dates: March 7-8, 2026

Location: Hall 5, Sydney Showgrounds

Show Open Hours: Sat 10am – 5pm, Sun 10am – 4pm

What Next?

You will receive emails from Shannon, Emma and Exponet in the lead up to the show to step you through all necessary steps, according to the Due Dates & Actionables as outlined in on this page.

Please feel free to reach out to Alex, Shannon and Emma at any stage over the next few months. We are here to help and make things as easy for you as we can.

 

Due Dates & Actionables

 
The below information will be updated (including relevant links) as the dates approach.
You will receive notification emails as the information goes live, as well as reminders 7 days before each step is due. 

 

 
Exhibitor Listing for Marketing and Publicity Launch
Due Date: ASAP – Website will be live and Tickets on Sale November 18th
 
View information HERE
 
 
 
Complete ExpoNet Stand Build Order form (OEK)
Due Date: 16/01/26
 
View information HERE
 
 
Confirm Bump In Requirements, Delivery and Storage 
Due Date: 16/01/26
 
 
Final Payment
Due Date: Refer to your ‘Balance’ Invoice
 
Contact Alex for assistance
 
 
Register staff for Exhibitor Passes (and Bump In Vehicle Permit)
Due Date: 13/02/26
 
 
 
Confirm Your Sales and Receipt Process 
Due Date: 27/02/26
 
 
Physical Receipts are requested for all sales. Printable receipt templates will be made available closer to Show Day.
 
 
RSVP for Marsh Happy Hour 
Due Date: 27/02/26
 
 
 
Order Additional Parking Passes for Staff
Due Date: 25/2/26
 
 
 
Promote your stand
Due Date: Anytime
 
View Promotional Material and Suggested Activities HERE.
 
 
Distribute Guest Tickets to your VIP’s
Due Date: Anytime
 
Details have been sent by email.