OCFEC is purposely built as a place of commerce, sales, promotion, networking, etc. and it is simply the best "Bang for your Buck". The venue is very easy to get to, the parking is free, the building is air-conditioned, there are food vendors, ATM's, and many other amenities available.

Booth prices are extremely low compared to what you get in return. The Prices are reflective of a two-day event and inclusive of all amenities. Admission is $10 for adults and children under 12 are Free. You can spend more than this for lunch! Enough said.

Orange County, California is one of the most desirable locations in the world for business conventions, industry trade-shows, concerts, and festivals. Orange County, California is very centralized to the greater LA, Riverside, San Bernardo, and San Diego counties. OCFEC is very easily reached by freeway from any direction.

All booth rentals include Pipe-n-drape, Tables and table cloths, Chairs, 20-amp electrical service, Scripps saltwater, ID badges, etc. Free parking, ATM, Food/beverage vendors, Air-conditioned building, Clean restrooms, Seating area, Courtyard, OC Marketplace, etc.

Immediate Exposure to 3,000 direct hobbyists in the largest and most economically powerful market in the entire nation. Immediate Exposure to over 100 exhibitors, including manufacturers, wholesalers, retailer, and livestock sellers from all over the industry

Set-up starts a full 4-hours prior to opening to opening to the public. A public address system, professional audio/video system, etc. are utilized to enhance the general environment. We will have over one hundred exhibitors booths, 8 speakers, 2 Raffles, Multiple Workshops, Children’s petting pool, Educational exhibits, Charitable causes, etc. More items are being added weekly.

THOUSANDS of dollars are spent to get the word out for MAX via posters, postcards, flyers, advertisements, business cards, and other printed media. MAX is also officially sponsored by Reef Hobbyist Magazine. Look for MAX postcards and other printed materials at your favorite local fish store. Also pick up a copy of Reef Hobbyist Magazine at select locations near you. If you are out of state, please do us a favor and spread the word!

Marine Aquarium Expo is a consumer/trade show for the consumer, the hobbyist, and all the supporting businesses that cater to them. This annual event will grow exponentially larger with each passing year due in no small part to its popularity, buzz, and. MAX is already one of the largest shows of its kind on the North American Continent in terms of attendance records; we plan to continue this success and make it the largest marine aquarium show in the entire world!

"Marine Aquarium Expo" (MAX), is southern California’s premier indoor consumer-tradeshow. MAX is tailored specifically to bringing together enthusiasts in the saltwater aquarium hobby into one giant, central location. The event is held on April 5th and 6th (two full days!) at the Orange County Fair & Exposition Center (Building #12). The hours will be 12 Noon ­ 8:00 p.m. on Saturday; and 10:00 a.m. ­ 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Presented by Sunset Promotional Services (SPS), MAX will feature more than 100 exhibiting booths utilizing 22,000 net square feet of exhibit floor space plus another 7,000 sq. ft. of covered courtyard to accommodate speakers, raffle drawings, workshops, and a general seating area for the comfort of our guests.

The purpose of MAX is to provide a meaningful opportunity to educate, demonstrate and communicate both product and knowledge. As such, participating-vendors range from large manufacturers, to retailers, to participating hobbyists. MAX is the perfect venue to showcase new and innovative products in the marine aquarium industry as well as retail products for sale. MAX strives to attract the most diverse range of attendees so as to present the best value and interest to everyone involved. It is expected that there will be 2,500 ­ 3,000 attendees at this event!

Southern California is one of the most prolific areas in the world for the marine hobby in terms of retail, supply, and demographics. The density of marine aquarium hobbyists living within the greater LA and Orange County area is simply phenomenal! As such, we fully leverage this advantage by directing resources to promote MAX far in advance of the actual event. Significant effort is made to advertise the event effectively, such as posting abundant signs, distributing postcards, and providing other similar displays to various retail locations.

MAX is focused mainly to cater to the vendors needs and desires in addition to the attenedees. For that reason, there will be six speakers, two raffle drawings, workshops and other entertainment to ensure hobbyists stay at the event for most of the day, even after seeing all the booths. In addition, our promotional and marketing efforts are guaranteed to attract high participation and attendance rates creating heavy foot-traffic throughout the building. MAX will be colossal due to the popularity of its venue (Orange County Fair & Exposition Center, Building #12) as well as the number of sellers, vendors, and manufacturers involved. Marine Aquarium Expo will soon be recognized as the most progressive enterprise in the marine aquarium business!

Thank you,

K. T. Adams, Promoter
“Marine Aquarium Expo 2008”