Free Trade Show Budget Checklist Template

Trade Show Budget Checklist


Prepared by: [Your Name]

Date: [Date]


I. Booth Costs

Task

Description

Checklist

Booth Rental

  • Cost of booth space rental

  • Additional fees for premium locations

Booth Setup & Design

  • Design and construction of the booth

  • Customizations (e.g., furniture, lighting, signage)

  • Electrical and internet connections

Booth Materials

  • Branded backdrops and banners

  • Display racks and stands

  • Flooring (if required)

II. Travel and Accommodation

Task

Description

Checklist

Transportation

  • Flights for staff

  • Ground transportation (e.g., taxis, car rentals, parking)

Accommodation

  • Hotel rooms for staff

  • Accommodation for additional team members

Meals

  • Per diem for staff

  • Meal expenses for networking events or client meetings

III. Marketing and Promotional Materials

Task

Description

Checklist

Printed Materials

  • Brochures, flyers, and handouts

  • Business cards and promotional giveaways

Digital Marketing

  • Email campaigns

  • Online ads or social media promotions related to the event

Branded Items

  • Giveaways such as T-shirts, pens, or bags

  • Promotional product customization costs

IV. Staffing

Task

Description

Checklist

Staff Salaries

  • Wages for employees attending the event

  • Overtime or extra compensation (if applicable)

Per Diems

  • Daily allowance for meals and incidentals

Training or Preparation Costs

  • Staff training or briefings before the event

  • Costs for rehearsals or demos

V. Shipping and Handling

Task

Description

Checklist

Shipping Materials to Event

  • Shipping of booth materials, signage, and promotional items

  • Freight costs for larger items

Shipping Materials from the Event

  • Return shipping of leftover materials or products

  • Packaging and shipping supplies

VI. Miscellaneous Expenses

Task

Description

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Insurance

  • Event insurance or liability coverage

Permits and Licenses

  • Fees for exhibition permits or required event registrations

Contingency Fund

  • Unforeseen or unexpected expenses not accounted for elsewhere.



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