2025 Exhibitor information
The booth application process for Origins Game Fair 2025 is completely online using Map Your Show and online registration platform.
In addition to applying and paying for your booth on this platform, you will have the opportunity to purchase sponsorship and marketing items (signage, coupon book page, event sponsorships, etc.) when those items are available, through the Sponsorship & Marketing Guide (coming this fall).
QUESTIONS?: Contact the Exhibitor Services Team at exhibitors@gama.org.
Remember - Voting Members of GAMA receive a discount on the Origins Booth Rate!
Why Exhibit?
Showcase your products!
Make connections with players, retailers, publishers, distributors, artists, designers, influencers, and more!
Engage directly with your fans/customers!
Test new designs, launch new games, and sell existing products!
IMPORTANT DATES
NEW! Booth Application Deadline Extended: February 7, 2025
Payment Deadline: February 7, 2025
Booth Selection/Placement: March 24-28, 2025
Exhibitors with unpaid invoices will NOT receive a booth placement invitation.
Late Event Submission Closes: April 4, 2025
Deadline to purchase Marketing & Sponsorship Assets: April 11, 2025
Event Registration Opens to Attendees: April 26, 2025
Marketing Assets Deadline: May 2, 2025
Certificates of Insurance Deadline: May 23, 2025
2025 TENTATIVE Exhibit Hall/Gaming Hall Schedule
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Sponsor-Only Exhibit Hall Booth Set-Up (includes Trade Day Sponsors) - 8am-8pm
Supported Play Exhibitor Booth Set-Up - 8am-8pm
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
All Exhibitors - Exhibit Hall Booth Set-Up - 8am-8pm
Supported Play Booth Set-up - 8-11am
Supported Play & Gaming Hall Open: 12pm-1am
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Exhibit Hall Open: 9am-6pm
Premier Badge holders, Media, and GAMA Members enter at 9am, one hour before general attendees.
Supported Play & Gaming Hall Open: 8am-1am
Friday/Saturday, June 20/21, 2025
Exhibit Hall Open: 10am-6pm
Supported Play & Gaming Hall Open: 8am-1am
Sunday June 22, 2024
Exhibit Hall Open: 10am-4pm
Supported Play & Gaming Hall Open: 8am-4pm
All Show Tear-Down: 4-10pm
Exhibitors can enter the Exhibit Hall one hour before the opening time and must exit the hall no later than one hour after the Exhibit Hall closing time
Artist alleY - SOLD OUT for 2025
Artist Alley booth space for Origins 2025 is sold out! If you’re interested in being put on a waiting list for a booth, please email exhibitors@gama.org.
Origins has always been proud of its artists, showcasing the talents of established professionals and fledgling creatives alike. We would love to see our Artist Alley continue to grow and encourage creative minds to get involved with Origins Game Fair.
Artist booths are for creators who produce handmade, one-of-a-kind artwork. This includes (but is not limited to) items such as paintings, prints, jewelry, sculptures, game/comic art, etc.
If you are interested in being an exhibitor at Origins Game Fair 2025 with a booth in the Artist Alley section of the Exhibit Hall, please review the exhibitor information above and complete the Booth Application linked below (Space is Limited).
We are always looking for passionate presenters to hold seminars and workshops for our attendees. If you have questions about seminars and workshops, please email events@gama.org.
Origins brings pin trading back to Ohio in June 2025!
Pin Bazaar is a marketing and sales program that offers exhibitors and artists the ability to produce awesome collectible enamel pins that you can sell, give away, or use as a promotional item with purchase.
Best of all, as a collectible, they'll help drive sales to your booth! All pins have a unique Origins backing card and are laster engraved with Origins 2025 and a collector's number.
For more information, review the document linked below that includes benefits, design specifications, pricing, deadlines, and a helpful FAQ.
Origins 2025 Pin Bazaar Info Flyer
DEADLINE: Pin Bazaar sign ups are first come, first served and will remain open until March 7th or when they all sell out. All artwork is due March 14th. Invoices are due within 7 days of signing up.
For questions, email: kara@foambrain.com
Sign up today!
Exhibitor Insurance for Origins GAME FAIR 2025
All exhibitors/sponsors (contractors, vendors, or service providers) coming on to the convention premises to do work or provide services are required to have insurance. Insurance is necessary to cover any claims or losses for which the contractor/vendor may be responsible for. Exhibitors should request a Certificate of Insurance prior to the beginning of work and/or start of the contract. A Certificate of Insurance is a standard form issued by an insurance company evidencing the insurance information (including policy limits and types of insurance) of its policyholder.
Exhibitors must carry insurance for their individual booths. Please email your insurance certificate(s) to exhibitors@gama.org with subject. “Company Name, Exhibitor Insurance.”
Read the Certificate of Liability Instructions Here
Rainprotection Insurance Program: If you do not have insurance, or you would rather not use your own insurance, (similar to when you rent a car – so that claims would not be filed against your policy), we are working with Rainprotection Insurance to offer Exhibitor Liability Insurance at an affordable rate. The program is set up with Rainprotection Insurance where, you can purchase compliant insurance instantly online for $99.
Certificate of Insurance Deadline: May 23, 2025
NEW! If you have not submitted your Certificate(s) of Insurance (listing GAMA and the GCCC as additionally insured) by Friday, May 23 - you will be billed $105 for insurance coverage through Rainprotection. This change is happening to ensure the proper insurance coverage is in place for all exhibitors prior to arriving in Columbus.
Registering for an Ohio Vendor's License or Seller's Use Tax Account
Reminder - if you are selling something in your booth, you need to register with the State of Ohio. As stated in the Exhibitor Rules & Regulations document... you, as the Exhibitor are solely responsible for paying all applicable city, county, state and federal taxes on sales and promotional activities at Origins.
Person or Business with Physical Presence in Ohio - Ohio law requires any person or business making retail sales of tangible personal property or taxable services to register for sales tax by obtaining a vendor’s license.
Out-of-State Seller - Ohio law requires any out-of-state person or business making retail sales of tangible personal property or taxable services into Ohio to register for a seller’s use tax account once substantial nexus is met.
Here is a link to the Ohio Department of Taxation with more details on how to Register for a Vendor's License or Seller's Use Tax Account.
Origins Game Fair 2025 Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be in writing and this policy applies to Booth, Sponsorship, and Marketing Asset Purchases.
Exhibit cancellations prior to 100 days (March 10, 2025) from the first official day of Origins shall incur no penalty.
Cancellations 99-59 days (March 11, 2025 to April 18, 2025) from the first official day of Origins are subject to a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds for cancellations made within 60 days (April 19, 2025) of the first official day of Origins due to committed funds and space.