How to Book the Best Vendor Booths in Chicago for 2025

Want to make 2025 your breakout year in Chicago’s vendor scene? Booking the right booth at the right event can be the difference between a weekend of crickets or lines of eager buyers. Here’s your insider guide on how to secure the most coveted vendor booths in Chicago — and make sure your business wins.

📍 Why Booth Selection Matters

✅ Prime placement drives up to 3x more foot traffic compared to back-row spots.
✅ Events like the Chicago Small Business Expo and Cannabis-Friendly Vendor Events sell out their premium booths weeks in advance.
✅ A high-traffic booth can net vendors 5-7x their investment in a single day.

🎯 How to Lock in a Great Booth

🔹 Apply Early: Priority goes to vendors who apply 30+ days before the event date.
🔹 Know Your Audience: Match your product with event themes (e.g., wellness, cannabis, creatives).
🔹 Build Relationships: Return vendors often get first pick on prime spots.
🔹 Ask About Layout: Always request a floor map — then pick a booth near entrances, bar areas, or entertainment.
🔹 Use the CLVR Vendor Application Portal: Our system fast-tracks your placement and helps you skip the waitlists.

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🔥 Upcoming Chicago Events You Can Still Book

• Chi’Tiva Pop-Ups — July & August dates available. Explore cannabis-friendly vending.
• Replay Arcade Bar Markets — Limited Sunday slots left. Learn why creatives are switching to CLVR.
• CLVR Yacht Networking Day — August 9, perfect for upscale exposure. Book your seat.
• See full calendar and apply instantly on our Events Page.

👉 Apply Now to secure your vendor booth before it sells out! Or Book Your Yacht Seat for the most exclusive networking opportunity this summer.

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