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The annual three day GREAT AMERICAN ANTIQUEFEST routinely attracts 200 dealers from across the United States and Canada and 8,000 to 10,000 customers.
Held in a beautiful lake shore park eight miles west of Syracuse, the Antiquefest occurs in the geographic center of Upstate New York - still one of the most productive regions for good quality antiques anywhere in the country.
With acres of quality antiques, abundant and delectable foods, amenities that make shopping easy including bulky item pickup services and free directories, anticipate delightful antiquing at the Great American Antiquefest.
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| About The Antiquefest
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DATE
24th Annual Great American Antiquefest - July 18,19,20, 2008
Location
Onondaga Lake Park
Longbranch Rd., Liverpool, Ny
8 miles west of Syracuse
TIME/COST
FRI 9am-12pm $20
Set-up Shopper While dealers unpack; includes
re-entry on Saturday & Sunday
General Admission from 12pm-4pm $6
SATURDAY 9am-5pm $6
SUNDAY 9am-4pm $6
Saturday & Sunday Weekend Pass $7
Under 12 Free
FREE Parking
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The Antiquefest offers an uncommonly beautiful site, a
tradition of innovative promotion and exposure to thousands of eager
customers from across the U.S. and Canada.
BOOTHS: 340 open air booths (20'x20' - $185), 40 booths in two
enclosed tents (19'x14' - $290). All sites preassigned. After July 1 add $20
late fee.
BOOTH ASSIGNMENT: Previous year dealers may retain their same booth
location or request preference on a new location, provided their contract is
received by March 31. After March 31 all booths are assigned on a "first
come-as available" basis. Exhibitors who request a new location and first
time exhibitors will receive notification of their new booth approximately
two weeks after March 31.
TWO DEALER REGISTRATION PERIODS: Thursday, 9am-5pm and Friday, 7am
-8am.
THE SHOW IS OPEN: to the general public Saturday, 9am-5pm and
Sunday, 9am-4pm and to "Set-up Shoppers" on Friday 9am-12am. Friday morning
dealers ma still be setting up and shoppers are allowed to buy while
unpacking occurs.
CAMPING: permitted in exhibitor's assigned booth (no water or
electric hookups available).
PERSONAL NEEDS: Breakfast is available from certain vendors daily;
drinking fountains, restrooms, pay phone, ice on-site
are located at nearby park building.
STAFF ASSISTANCE: Exhibitors may retain Antiquefest Inc. staff to
assist with loading or unloading and understand and agree that they are
hiring these porters at the exhibitor's own risk. Remuneration for services
is negotiated directly with porter.
REPRODUCTIONS/COLLECTIBLES: The promoter reserves the right to
have any items removed from sale that are not, in the opinion of the
promoter, in the best interest of the show.
To request a dealer invitation call: 315-686-5789
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Expect these amenities at the show...
- A free mobile pickup system for bulky purchases,
- Free "Dealer-Directory" for customers
And at the Antiquefest, it's not only possible to enjoy a break from the
rigors of antique treasure hunting - it's part of the fun! Tempting food
booths, plenty of tree shaded rest areas and waterfront ambiance refresh
visitors for another round of shopping.
SET UP SHOPPER TICKETS: Friday morning shopping occurs while the
dealers are unpacking. Admission on Friday is $20 from 9am-12pm which
includes re entry on Saturday and Sunday during regular show hours. General
admission on Friday is from 12pm-4pm, tickets are $6.
PETS: For a more enjoyable visit to the show, please leave your pet
at home.
Advance ticket sales before July 1: Send check payable to Antiquefest Inc.
for exact amount of ticket price along with name, address and phone number
to: Antiquefest Inc., P.O. Box 470, Clayton, NY 13624. Advance sale tickets
will be sent to you by mail and are non refundable. No advance sale tickets
processed after July 1.
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| Lodging Info |
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Host Hotels - Ask for "Antiquefest Rate":
- Renaissance Syracuse, E. Genesee St., Syracuse 1-315-479-7000 -$109 -
Website
- Microtel, Baldwinsville, 315-635-9556 -
Website
- Holiday Inn, Electronics Parkway, 315-457-1122 -
Website
Syracuse Convention and Visitors Bureau -
Website
Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce -
Website
Other nearby lodging: (315) area code-
Ancestor's Inn B&B Liverpool 461-1226,
LeMoyne Manor 457-1240,
Comfort Inn 453-0045,
Doubletree 457-4000,
Days Inn 457-8670.
Super 8 Motel 451-8550 & 451-8888,
Best Western 455-7362,
Marriott 432-0200,
Holiday Inn 457-1122,
Ramada 457-8670 & 463-0202,
Red Roof 437-3309,
Quality Inn 451-1212,
The Bed & Breakfast Network of CNY 1-800-333-1604.
Camping facilities in the area include Green Lakes State Park 637-6111,
Oneida Shores Park 676-7366. |
| How To Get Here |
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FROM THE NORTH OR SOUTH: Interstate 81 to Exit 25A NYS
Thruway Interstate 90. West two miles to Exit 39.
FROM THE EAST OR WEST: NYS Thruway Interstate 90 to Exit 39. Through
toll booths bear right onto I 690 E 3/4 mile to Exit 4 - John Glenn Blvd.
First light turn right on Longbranch Rd.

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