Changes from Dream Con 2024: With the new location change to Houston's George R. Brown Convention Center, there will be changes to the shipment and load-in process that may incur additional pass through fees due to 3rd party policies. Additionally, insurance may be required. We will communicate these changes to APPROVED applicants as soon as the Exhibit Hall team receives finalized expectations. Dream Con 2025 Exhibitor badges are not upgradable to premium. Persons that are interested in a fan experience are heavily encouraged to acquire/retain weekend badges.

EXHIBIT HALL OVERVIEW
As the one-stop bazaar of anime goods and wares, the Exhibit Hall is the centralized spot to find official merchandise alongside fan creations for sale. Exhibitors include the following:‍VendorsVendors generally sell merchandise that is manufactured by a third-party company other than the respective exhibitor. Typically, these exhibitors offer official product lines.‍ArtistsArtists sell merchandise self-produced and created by the respective exhibitor. These exhibitors usually sell products that are original ideas/IP or fan-derivative (think fan art and fan fiction). Artists have personally made or designed 80% or more of their stock and do not sell third-party items.

Changes from Dream Con 2024: With the new location change to Houston's George R. Brown Convention Center, there will be changes to the shipment and load-in process that may incur additional pass through fees due to 3rd party policies. Additionally, insurance may be required. We will communicate these changes to APPROVED applicants as soon as the Exhibit Hall team receives finalized expectations.

The Exhibit Hall team will not be offering Vendor Booth spaces greater than 20' x 20' for purchase. If you are interested in securing a space that is greater than 20' x 20', complete and submit the 2025 Dream Con Partner Inquiry Form at https://dreamconvention.com/partnership-form with a note that you were redirected by the Exhibit Hall team. Dream Con 2025 Exhibitor badges are not upgradable to premium. Persons that are interested in a fan experience are heavily encouraged to acquire/retain weekend badges.

EXHIBIT HALL OVERVIEW
As the one-stop bazaar of anime goods and wares, the Exhibit Hall is the centralized spot to find official merchandise alongside fan creations for sale. Exhibitors include the following:‍VendorsVendors generally sell merchandise that is manufactured by a third-party company other than the respective exhibitor. Typically, these exhibitors offer official product lines.‍ArtistsArtists sell merchandise self-produced and created by the respective exhibitor. These exhibitors usually sell products that are original ideas/IP or fan-derivative (think fan art and fan fiction). Artists have personally made or designed 80% or more of their stock and do not sell third-party items.

All applicants will undergo a careful screening process, which may require additional information from the respective outlet. Applicants are not guaranteed a press badge.

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Dream Con reserves the right to approve or reject any applications without reason at any time. All decisions are final. Approval and rejection status of application will be sent to the provided email address at least 1- 2 months after applications have closed.

• PROGRAM DESCRIPTION • Priority Applicant Deadline: Friday, February 28th at 11:59pm CST. Waitlist Deadline: TBD. CONTACT EMAIL: creators@dreamconvention.com NOTE: This invitation-only program is curated by Dream Con Staff. In support of a dynamic community committed to bringing visibility of the convention to the world at large through the promulgation of their synergy and shared experiences, Dream Con is proud to introduce The Creator Program. A new initiative engineered to unify and elevate voices dedicated to awareness, inclusivity, and positivity surrounding RDCWorld's flagship event in Texas.This program will empower rising and renowned creators with an intersectional passion for both Dream Con's legacy (e.g. programming, history, impact, outreach, etc.) and the modern landscape of multimedia entertainment (e.g. film, television, music, sports etc.) Members of the creator program will work with each other and event staff to curate experiences and tell stories that enrich the attendee journey to Dream Con.

• PROGRAM DESCRIPTION • Priority Applicant Deadline: Friday, February 28th at 11:59pm CST. Waitlist Deadline: TBD. CONTACT EMAIL: industry@dreamconvention.com This invitation-only program is curated by Dream Con Staff and reserved for leaders across the anime, manga, sports, licensing, publishing, streaming, media, marketing, and merchandising worlds. Dream Con is proud to offer one (1) discounted three-day admission badge ($40) to select persons with an active CORPORATE or ADMINISTRATIVE rol in the production or development of creative and consumer industries such as television, film, books, music, gaming, animation, comics, content creation and more. If a group would like to experience the rewards/benefits of this program together, each person must submit their own individual application for review AND be approved by Dream Con’s executive leadership. No exceptions. Each member of your group/organization should submit an application for their own eligibility/consideration regardless of their position and affiliation: executive, managers, supervisors, hosts/talent, assistants, hair/makeup specialist, security, valet, personal chef, friend/family, videographer, photographer etc. Thanks for being a valued member of the Dream Con community