2026 SPRING SHOW
We can't wait to see you again at the 2026 Spring Show - April 9-12, 2026! Below you can find some of the basic details of registering to participate this year.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is included in the cost of a booth?
Regardless of the size of your booth, when you sign your contract for your booth, your participation will include the following:
- Contracted booth space to show and sell your work
- 6 exhibitor badges for you and your staff (unless otherwise noted).
- 10 complimentary tickets, plus discount codes and incentives, to help you bring fans and followers to the show.
- A dedicated One Of A Kind Online Artisan Profile with links to your website and social channels.
- Access to show-specific and year-round marketing and PR opportunities.
- Pre-show resources, including Facebook Groups, newsletters, workshops, videos, show experts, and a digital Exhibitor Kit.
- Onsite services, including a lounge with free tea and coffee and other onsite perks throughout the show.
- Exposure to loyal shoppers and craft enthusiasts—including wholesalers, bloggers, media, galleries--and insight from face-to-face feedback and large-scale market research.
- The opportunity to show your work among top-quality makers who share your belief in creativity and small-batch production.
- Expansion of your community—learn from show mentors and small business pros, connect with fellow makers to swap tips and create opportunities for collaborations, and more!
What is the price to participate?
Are there two parts to the New Application?
Yes, the Spring 2026 New Application has two parts.
After you submit Part One, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a link to complete Part Two. Both parts must be submitted by the application deadline to be considered for the show.
Be sure to use the same contact information and exhibiting name for both parts of the application so the Selection Committee can easily match and review your submission with confidence.
Do you provide utilities (power/parking/shipping) for exhibitors?
No. If accepted into the show you will need to arrange utilities like power, shipping, or decorator services directly with the venue or show decorator at your expense.
Please review the various helpful guides and request forms in the Exhibitor Kit once available.
When will I hear back about my application?
Applications received by the first round deadline of June 27, 2025 can expect to hear back about the status of their application by mid-to-late July, 2025.
After June 27, we’ll continue accepting applications until the show sells out. The Selection Committee meets bi-weekly, and applicants can typically expect a response 2–3 weeks after applying.
We strongly encourage early submissions to maximize your chances of being accepted.
Am I eligible to submit a VIP application?
We’re incredibly grateful for our loyal maker community — your creativity, passion, and craftsmanship are what make One Of A Kind the flagship destination for Canadian-made goods. Your voices tell the story of Canadian craft, and we’d love for you to be part of it again this Spring.
Returning exhibitor? We’ve made reapplying even easier.
Just update your contact info, booth preferences, and let us know of any changes to your business since we last saw you. We’ll use your existing application materials on file, follow up only if needed, and submit your profile for jurying. If accepted, we’ll do our best to match you with available booth space.
Unsure if you should fill out the VIP or New application, use this guide linked below:
Should I Submit a New or VIP Application?
Contracted Items and New Products
FOR REBOOK and VIP APPLICATIONS ONLY: In order to sign up using our Spring Re-Sign or VIP Form, you agree to participate with the same business and product as you did when you last exhibited at your last show. This means that your Spring Show contract will include only those items which you have already been approved to sell.
If you would like to add new products to your contract for the Spring Show, you can do so through our New Products Form, which will be available to registered exhibitors early in the fall. Please be advised that new product submissions are reviewed based on a number of criteria and are not guaranteed to be accepted. Before you fill out your Re-Sign or VIP form, please ensure you are prepared to participate with your current contracted products.
If you would rather wait and reapply with your new business or new product line(s), you can submit a full application.
Can I choose what booth space I get?
Curation and booth placement on the floor plan is at the discretion of One Of A Kind.
In your application, you indicate what booth sizes you are interested in and have the opportunity to submit medical/accessibility concerns that affect booth placement and any special requests.
There are no guarantees these requests can or will be accommodated.
What are the the dimensions of a booth?
Your booth space is a blank space for you to set the stage for your audience and showcase your brand and work. Unless otherwise stated, your booth space includes 8' high pipe and white drape, and booth number signage.
Due to the pipe-and-drape construction (1.5” diameter) of the booth, internal dimensions are slightly reduced (as noted below). Consider your actual booth size when making your booth display plans.
Contracted Size Actual Size
- 5 x 10 - 4'-8" deep x 9'-8" wide
- 5 x 20 - 4'-8" deep x 19'-8" wide
- 10 x 10 - 9'-8" deep x 9'-8" wide
- 10 x 20 - 9'-8" deep x 19'-8" wide
NOTE: If you exceed your booth size, you will be asked to adjust. Also, chairs must be placed INSIDE your booth, or you will be asked to move them (stools in the Risings Stars Section excluded from the above note).
You can see examples of past booths on our Pinterest page. Your display must stay within your rented space, and your booth must not be configured in such a way that you must stand in the aisle in front of the booth to conduct business.
How does booth share work?
The Booth Share option is only available to applicants applying with a specific partner. Both individuals must submit separate, complete applications and include each other’s names in the appropriate section.
You’ll also need to provide a shared booth layout that shows how you plan to divide the 10’x10’ space. View examples of past Booth Shares here.
Still looking for a partner?
Join our Facebook group On My Way to OOAK—a community of applicants, exhibitors, and supporters. It’s a great place to network, ask questions, and potentially connect with someone interested in sharing a booth. You can make a post or reach out directly to other members.
What am I required to provide for my booth display?
Exhibitors must provide lighting, signage, and POS equipment. Electrical, hard walls and other services are available for purchase or rental. You are encouraged to add hard walls, a floor, great lighting, and so much more.
We highly recommend you do NOT use the white drape as your background. You may bring fabric to add to the drape (using Velcro, "s" hooks, or pins, or additional pipe ordered from our suppliers) or you may install (or rent) a hard wall system as a backdrop. Note: There is no pipe and drape in the Rising Stars section. Artists in this area must bring or rent their own structures.
What booth sizes are available for Spring 2026?
We’ve streamlined our booth options to make planning simpler and more efficient. While 15' booths are no longer available, you can now choose from 5'x10' and 10'x10' spaces, in 10' increments (e.g., 5'x20', 10'x20', 10'x30', etc.).
This new structure comes with built-in savings — the more space you book, the more you save.
Best of all, if you usually book a 15' booth, you can now upgrade to a 20' space for just a little more and enjoy the extra room to grow your presence.
What happens to my deposit if I’m not accepted or don’t receive any of my preferred booth choices?
If your application is not accepted, your deposit will be fully refunded within 3–5 business days of the decision.
If your application is accepted but we’re unable to offer one of your booth choices and you opted out of alternative booth sizes, your deposit will be refunded within 3-5 business days of confirmation.
If I am accepted, what is the payment schedule?
Your payment schedule will vary based on your application date and will be clearly outlined in the application form.
Why is the 2026 Spring Show scheduled later than usual?
To accommodate the FIFA schedule, we’ve shifted our dates slightly — and we’re using this as a chance to try something exciting. This later timing gives us the opportunity to create a more focused and energetic show experience. Our goal is to deliver the same great turnout in four action-packed days, supported by enhanced marketing, dynamic programming, and an elevated show atmosphere.
Cultural Awareness Policy
Creating Cultural Awareness
Inspiration comes from many sources, but it’s important to create in ways that respect and uplift cultures rather than stereotype or exploit them. If your work includes cultural elements beyond your own background, consider the origin and meaning of the material, and their impacts on members of that culture so you can best avoid cultural appropriation.
Your Heritage & Your Craft
If your heritage influences your work, we encourage you to share your story proudly. Let us know so we can help highlight your journey!
Questions/Comments?
Feel free to let us know! Email us at apply@oneofakindshow.com.
My question is not listed here. Who can I contact?
For all exhibitor-related enquires please contact our team at apply@oneofakindshow.com.
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Still Have Questions?
We can't promise we will be able to answer all of your questions at this time, but you can reach out to our team to discuss further.
2025 Spring Application Information
Read more about the 2025 One Of A Kind Spring Show Here
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application to join us at the 2026 One Of A Kind Spring Show