800โ1,200 passionate K-Pop fans. $145 average spend per buyer. 39 hand-picked vendors. Your booth. Their enthusiasm. Do the math.
โWe built this event for fans. We curated this hall for you.โ
$145 per buyer. 4 items per event.
K-Pop fans have the highest per-head spending of ANY music genre. Thatโs not marketing copy โ itโs data from 125,000+ events tracked by atVenu. At Knox Pop Con, youโre not selling to browsers. Youโre selling to buyers.
39 vendors. Zero flooding.
We donโt pack the hall โ we curate it. Each category has allocated slots. No five booths selling the same photocards. No competing with your neighbor for the same customer. A 10-year vendor veteran put it best: โDiversity helps all vendors sell their work.โ
501(c)(3). Every dollar builds futures.
Your booth fee directly supports free K-Pop dance workshops, youth leadership development, and cultural education for East Tennessee. This isnโt a transaction. Itโs a partnership with purpose.
Our Promise to You
If you donโt at least break even on your booth fee in gross sales, hit us up. Weโre that confident in our attendees. No asterisks. No fine print.
Five tiers. Your choice.
Every one includes our full vendor support package.
Headline Vendor
The Star ยท Prime Placement, Maximum Visibility
20ร10 Prime Location
1 slot only โ located at the main entrance
- Largest booth in the highest-traffic location by the main entrance
- Featured in pre-event marketing across social media, email campaigns, and website
- Dedicated vendor spotlight post on KPC social media (2,000+ combined followers)
- Logo included on event signage and digital stage screens
- Priority load-in window with first access to the venue
- Full vendor support package included
- The Headline Vendor is more than just a booth โ it is a statement. With prime placement at the main entrance, every attendee will see your brand first.
Gateway Drop Booth
5-Day Flash Release ยท Lounge Placement ยท High-Traffic Entrance Zone
Lounge Placement ยท Steps From Main Entrance
7 spots only โ gone April 20th
- ๐ Prime lounge position โ highest foot traffic in the venue
- ๐๏ธ Only 7 booths available
- ๐ฅ $195 โ 5 days only
- โณ Application deadline: April 20th
- Full vendor support package included
- For 5 days only, Knox Pop Con is releasing 7 Gateway Drop Booths โ lounge-area placement steps from the main entrance, at an exclusive flash price. This pricing disappears when the deadline hits. No extensions.
Gateway Drop pricing expires April 20th. Standard vendor rates apply to all remaining spots.
Premium Booth
The Finest Selection ยท Premium Placement
8ร8 Booth
11 slots available
- Premium placement in the Concert Hall
- Strong foot traffic
- Included in vendor spotlight rotation on social media
- Logo listed on the event website vendor page
- Priority load-in after Headline Vendor
- Full vendor support package included
- This is the ideal option for established vendors who want strong visibility without the headline price tag. Located in the first or second row for excellent traffic and exposure.
Standard Booth
The Proven Choice ยท A Strong Foundation
8ร8 Booth
12 slots available
- Standard hall placement
- Listed on the event website vendor page
- Full vendor support package included
- A dependable choice for vendors looking to connect with a highly engaged audience. With 1,000+ attendees expected, your cost per potential customer is just a fraction of traditional advertising โ and these are customers already excited to shop.
Artist Alley
The Creator's Table ยท Where Art Meets Fandom
6 ft Table (Outdoor Terrace)
Sold Out โ Join the Waitlist
- Placement in the Artist Alley section
- Listed on the event website vendor page
- Vendor support package included
- Artist Alley is full for KPC 2026! Join our waitlist to be first in line if a spot opens โ and get guaranteed early access to 2027 applications.
We donโt just fill booths โ
we compose a vendor hall.
Each category has allocated slots to ensure diversity and maximize every vendorโs sales. Curated. Not first-come-first-served. We select vendors that create the best mix.
Fan Merchandise & Art
ํฌ ๊ตฟ์ฆCustom fan-created merchandise โ the beating heart of Artist Alley and the largest vendor category at every K-Pop convention.
Custom photocards, Fan art prints, Keychains & enamel pins, Stickers & sticker books, Handmade jewelry, Phone grips & accessories
Album & Photocard Retail
์จ๋ฒ ํ๋งคOfficial K-Pop and J-Pop albums, photocards, lightsticks, and collectibles. These vendors drive serious foot traffic.
K-Pop albums (multiple versions), Photocard singles & sets, Official lightsticks, Collectible merchandise
Food & Beverage
์์Authentic Asian cuisine and drinks that generate massive foot traffic and cultural authenticity.
Korean corn dogs, Boba tea, Tteokbokki & ramen, Asian bakery items, Vietnamese snacks
K-Beauty & Skincare
์ผ์ด๋ทฐํฐKorean-inspired beauty products and skincare. Among the most photographed activations at KCON LA.
Sheet masks & skincare sets, K-Beauty curated boxes, Makeover stations, Nail art
Experiential & Photo
์ฒดํInteractive experiences that add fun dimensions beyond traditional retail.
Photo booths with K-Pop backdrops, Cupsleeve events, DIY photocard workshops, Polaroid stations
Fashion & Accessories
ํจ์ K-fashion, streetwear, accessories, and wearable fan merchandise.
K-fashion & streetwear, Cosplay accessories, Phone cases & tech accessories, Bags & totes
Flexible & Local
์ง์ญUnique, local, or uncategorized vendors that add diversity and surprise to the hall.
Local artisans, Unique cultural items, Gaming & collectibles, Community organizations
Donโt take our word for it.
Run your own numbers.
We donโt just give you a booth.
We set you up to win.
Exhibitor Packet
Sent 3 weeks before the event. Includes booth map, vendor neighbor list, load-in schedule, parking info, and staff contacts.
Drive-Up Load-In
Bridgewater Place has direct vehicle access. Pull up, unload, park. No dolly-across-a-convention-center nightmares.
Vendor Liaison
A dedicated KPC staff member checks in throughout the day. Need anything? Theyโre a text away.
Vendor Lounge
Water, snacks, and a quiet spot to take a break. Because youโre working hard and we appreciate it.
Private Vendor Community
Join the KPC vendor Discord before the event. Network, coordinate, share tips with your fellow vendors.
Post-Event Survey
We want your honest feedback. What worked. What didnโt. How we get better for 2027.
Returning Vendor Priority
Come back in 2027? You get first dibs on your preferred booth location.
8-Hour Event Window
11 AM to 7 PM. Thatโs double the selling time of most mini-cons. More hours, more sales.
Donโt just take our word for it.
The energy was unreal. K-Pop fans don't just browse โ they BUY. I wish I'd brought double the inventory.
โ Kelsey S., GGVinyls (Artist Alley), Knox Pop Con 2025
What made Knox Pop Con different was the curation. No five booths selling the same photocards. My products actually stood out.
โ Anna B., Shelookslikeelsa (Standard Booth), Knox Pop Con 2025
We sold out of Korean corn dogs by 4PM. The crowd was incredible โ passionate fans who came ready to eat, shop, and have fun.
โ Hsiaoman S., Happy Song Pocha (Food Vendor), Knox Pop Con 2025
As a first-time convention vendor, I was nervous. But the KPC staff made me feel like family from setup to teardown.
โ Lou L., blouside art (Artist Alley), Knox Pop Con 2025
Questions? Weโve got answers.
Want Even More Visibility?
Your booth is powerful โ but what if your logo was on the main stage, your brand on every lanyard, and your business featured in our email campaigns? Sponsorship tiers start at $500 and include booth placement, VIP passes, and marketing exposure that goes far beyond the vendor hall.
View Partnership Prospectus โAlready a sponsor at Sunbae level or above? Your tier includes complimentary booth placement. Contact us to coordinate.
39 Slots. Curated. Limited. Yours?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. When we hit 39, we close. No exceptions.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. When we hit 39, we close.
Let's start with the basics.
Whether you're a seasoned convention vendor or applying for the first time, we want to know you.