H&P Expo 2019 opens today

The doors have opened today for the Halloween & Party Expo 2019, as the world’s leading party trade show gets underway in New Orleans’ Earnest N. Morial Convention Center.

There’s plenty going on for the party retailers and buyers who have made the trip out to New Orleans, with packed entertainment and targeted education schedules running throughout the three-day event, in addition to more than 300 exhibitors on the show floor.

Click here to see the exhibitor list in full.

Visitors can also download the first-ever official show app to plan their visit using the interactive floorplan, clever search facilities and more. The app can be downloaded here.

The first ever fashion show will be taking place after the close of the show today, at 5:30pm. More than 50 exhibitors will be showing off their newest and most exciting pieces alongside live entertainment, cocktails, networking and giveaways worth $5,000!

Today will also see the return of the popular face-painting competition Artist Battleground, with participants including Alcone Company Professional MakeUp Supplies, Moon Creations and Woochie by Cinema Secrets PRO Cosmetics. The competition will begin at 12:30 pm on the Haunted Trends Main Stage.

The Brewing Boos and Booze Costume Party will be taking place on Saturday night at 8pm, where the industry will gather for a fun-filled night of music, dancing, snacks and drinks.

For more information, take a look at PartyWorldwide.net’s coverage of the show over the past few weeks.

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