Event Details
Jun 2 - 5, 2024 (UTC-04:00 EDT)
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Convention Plaza 701
St. Louis, Missouri
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Why Attend?
Marketplace & Academy: - More Than a Toy Show
It's Our STAR EVENT!
ASTRA's Marketplace & Academy brings the specialty toy industry together for a big toy family reunion featuring the best and brightest in products, ideas and connections.
Gain new insights during education sessions, make valuable connections at networking and social events, and explore the trade show floor to discover the makers and their products that will delight your customers.
Marketplace & Academy is more than a toy show - and while we could take up lots of internet space listing all of the reasons why you should attend, here are a few:
Connect and Have Fun with Your Peers!
Make memories with your specialty toy industry colleagues. You'll have plenty of opportunities to share stories, collaborate and overcome challenges with the best in the industry – all while having fun. You especially won't want to miss out on the Welcome Reception!
Be the First to See the Newest Products and Meet the Makers!
With our Amazing vendors bringing their newest products, you'll be sure to find the perfect selection of toys and children's products to fill your fourth-quarter shelves – and save big dollars with show-only specials. Meet the makers behind the toys and gain insights on how to sell-through their products.
Remember Your Why!
It's easy to get stuck in the day-to-day of doing what you do. Sometimes you need to step away from your day-to-day to remember your why. Marketplace & Academy is the perfect place to do just that. Whether you're new to the industry or have seen it all, you'll find numerous opportunities that remind you why you do what you do – and keep you inspired as you head into the fourth quarter.
Schedule
CLICK BELOW FOR SCHEDULE
Travel
HOTEL RESERVATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
There is so much to do at Marketplace & Academy, we know you'll want to stay for the whole event.
ASTRA understands that the more nights you stay, the more costs are incurred, so we are EXCITED to announce we have put together a special deal for EVERYONE!
If you book a stay for 3 or more nights by February 29, 2024, at any of our 3 hotels listed below, ASTRA will pay part of your cost.
Marriott Grand - $20 per night.
Courtyard Marriott - $10 per night.
Embassy Suites - $10 per night.
Special rates will be applied at hotel checkout in St. Louis.
Marriott St. Louis Grand
(HOST HOTEL)
800 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI, USA, 63101
Courtyard St. Louis
Downtown Convention Center
823-827 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI, USA, 63101
Tickets Register
PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING TICKETS
- Payment is due at time of registration.
- These tickets are for ATTENDEES ONLY
- In order to purchase Member Full Conference Tickets, all registrants must be on your company profile in Glue Up. The primary member on the company account can add people to the company roster by going to their "My ASTRA" account. Your membership tier dictates how many people you can have on your roster. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to Ashlee Cammack or Michael Foldeak
- If you are purchasing a full conference ticket for someone who is not on your roster, you will need to choose the "Non-Member full conference" Ticket.
- Your membership tier may include the benefit of a complimentary registration. If so, please contact Michael Foldeak to submit that registration.
- Everyone attending Marketplace must complete this registration, regardless of membership tier.
- When registering multiple people, each registrant must have their own name and email. Emails cannot be used more than once.
- Child Waiver forms must be downloaded, filled out, and returned for all children under the age of 16. Download form HERE
- MEMBER - FC
Tickets include access to tradeshow floor and all events, education and parties except the Awards Gala.
Awards Gala tickets can be purchased separately.
$149 - Before April 1
$199 - Between April 1 - May 24
$249 - Between May 25 - June 5- Member Early Bird Price $149
$199
$249
- NON-MEMBER - FC
Tickets include access to tradeshow floor and all events, education and parties except the Awards Gala.
Awards Gala tickets can be purchased separately.
$219 - Before April 1
$269 - Between April 1 - May 24
$369 - Between May 25 - June 5- Early Bird Price $249
$299
$369
- AWARDS GALA
Engage in this night of celebration as we support the achievements of our peers! This is a dinner event where the 2024 Excellence Award Winners will be announced, ASTRA Play Award Finalists will be highlighted, and the Play Award Winners will be revealed.
Dress to the nines or come as you are, this gala is designed for our ASTRA community to lift each other up and celebrate the year’s accomplishments!- $50
- DAY PASS - MONDAY
Trade Show Floor Access Only
If purchasing more than 1 ticket, EACH ticket must have a different name and email address.- $49
- DAY PASS - TUESDAY
Trade Show Floor Access Only
If purchasing more than 1 ticket, EACH ticket must have a different name and email address.- $49
- DAY PASS - WEDNESDAY
Trade Show Floor Access Only
If purchasing more than 1 ticket, EACH ticket must have a different name and email address.- $49
- 3 DAY - DAY PASS - Mon/Tues/Wed
Trade Show Floor Access Only - Valid all 3 days of show.
If purchasing more than 1 ticket, EACH ticket must have a different name and email address.- $147
- 16 or Younger - FC
Tickets include access to tradeshow floor and all events, education and parties except the Awards Gala.
Awards Gala tickets can be purchased separately.- $149
- 16 or Younger - TSO
Free
Show Floor Only
No Food or Events- Complimentary
- STUDENT Day Pass
Trade Show Floor Only
MUST have current Student ID- Complimentary
- Non-Exhibiting Manufacturer
Tickets include access to tradeshow floor and all events, education and parties except the Awards Celebration.
Awards Celebration tickets can be purchased separately.- $499
- DO NOT USE
- Complimentary
Explore St. Louis
Whether you're a foodie, music-lover, craft beer enthusiast or just in search of a fun night out, you're sure to find what you're looking for in the STL.
Discover a delicious variety of St. Louis restaurants, bars, music venues and hot spots around town that are sure to satisfy any appetite.
City Museum/Opening Party
The ASTRA Opening Party & our Lip Sync Battle will be held at the famous St. Louis City Museum.
Click the drone to take a "fly through" of the Museum.
For Exhibitors
Exhibitor Badge registration and booth services will open in March 2024
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
More than 1,200 specialty toy retailers attend ASTRA's Marketplace & Academy making it the largest gathering of the specialty toy industry. It's the one time a year the specialty toy industry meets to network, exchange ideas, and see what's hot for the 4th quarter.
Whether you're looking to increase brand attachment, network with retailers, build booth traffic or support the specialty toy industry, ASTRA's Marketplace & Academy provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to reach buyers who make decisions.
Meet your conference goals and experience measurable ROI with face-to-face interaction with passionate industry leaders.
We know that everyone is watching dollars – and questioning ROI on every dollar spent. We have a variety of opportunities that help you become more than just another booth on the floor.
With five days of sponsorship opportunities, we can help design a custom-tailored package based on your unique needs and budgets.
These options can help you get your name out there so your name sticks and gets on the list of booths that need to be stopped at.
Please click the link below to view the available sponsorships, and then contact Daniel Guzman dguzman@astratoy.org to secure your choices!
Floor Plan
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