Steel City Con ( a.k.a. Pittsburgh Toy, Comic and Childhood Collectibles Show)

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Steel City Con Q & A

Dealer Questions:

As a dealer, is the $75 per table 1 day or for the whole weekend?

The $75 per table includes the entire weekend! For a show this size and a facility this big only $75 per table is very cheap. Many of our dealers purchase 4-8 tables.

How big are the dealer tables?

The tables used at the Expomart are standard 6 ft tables (6' x 30") which are used for all of their conventions.

How much space do I have behind my tables?

The space behind your table is approximately 3 ft. We ask that every dealer be respectful of each others' space.

As a dealer, what should I do to guarantee tables for the next show?

Just go to www.steelcitycon.com and download a copy of the Dealer Form (PDF). Print out the downloaded copy of the Dealer Form and fill it out completely, sign it and include your check or money order. If you have a problem downloading the Dealer Form send us an e-mail or call us and we will send you the form in the mail.

What type of payment do you accept for dealer tables?

We only accept checks, money orders and online paypal orders.

Where do I send my payment to for dealer tables?

Send your payment to:
Orangestone Promotions, Inc.
P.O. Box 101324
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Do you have a special rate with a hotel for Steel City Con attendees and Dealers?

Yes. The Radisson Hotel in Monroeville is attached to the Expomart and offer a great price for your stay.
Please click on the Hotel button on our website for all the details. Only a certain number of rooms are blocked off at the special rates so please make your arrangements as early as possible. Don't forget to mention that you want the Special Rate for the Steel City Con!

As a dealer, can I set-up at the show for only 1 day?

No. In fact we only offer tables to dealers who can do the show for the entire weekend.

If I want to be a dealer at your show how soon do you need to know?

Every show we promoted has been a dealer sell-out. Each show has sold out faster than the one before. Our recommendation is that you buy your tables as soon as possible.

Can I reserve a table now and pay for it later?

We don't guarantee or reserve tables unless we receive payment first.

When is dealer set-up for the show?

Dealer set-up is Friday night between 4-9pm. We sometimes allow dealers with a large number of tables to start set-up at 2pm. Dealer set-up is only Friday night.

Can I set-up on Saturday morning?

No. Dealers are given plenty of time to set-up on Friday night. Dealers are allowed 1 hour before the show opens on Saturday morning to touch up their displays. After the doors open to the public no carts of any kind are allowed in the aisles and set-up is over.

Since I also do other shows can you send me flyers so that I can help promote the Pittsburgh Toy Show?

Yes. We greatly appreciate dealers who distribute flyers at other shows around the country! Simply request and we'll get them to you.

Customer Questions:

What are the show times?

General admission Saturday is 10am- 6pm and Sunday 10am- 4pm. The Early Buyer Event is only Saturday morning 8-10am.

How much is general admission?

Adults - $7, Kids under 12 - $5, Early Buyer Event - $10

What is the Early Buyer Event?

The Early Buyer Event takes place only on Saturday morning 8-10am. It allows you the opportunity to buy a full 2 hours before the general public is admitted. No special pass required - just show up and pay Early Buyer Admission. The first 1,000 attendees get a FREE Toy or Collectibles item(s)!

As a Customer, does the Early Buyer Event also give me all day admission?

Yes. The Early Buyer Admission allows you to buy before the general public and lets you in the show the entire day!

If I'm a customer who arrives on Sunday in the late afternoon will your dealers still be set up?

Yes. Our Dealers sign a contract which is strictly enforced. They must remain set-up during all advertised hours of the show.

How can I make sure I get a postcard before each of the Steel City Cons?

Simply join our mailing list on our website and we'll send you a postcard before each show.

If I belong to a collectors club how can I help get the word out about the Steel City Con?

If you belong to a collector group, club, or know people who would be interested in coming to the Pittsburgh Toy Show please let us send you flyers for our next show for you to distribute at your next meeting or let your members know that they can go to www.steeelcitycon.com and join the mailing list so that we can send them a postcard before each show.

Where do your dealers travel from?

We have dealers that come from as close as Pittsburgh or as far away as Texas, California and Canada.

Do you raise money for charity?

At every show we raise some money for the American Cancer Society. At this past show we did a prize drawing for an entire table of toys - chances were only $1 each. (Located at the Show entrance - look for the American Cancer Society Banner) This is a great cause and we ask you to give generously. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society

As a customer, what kind of items will I find at the Steel City Con?

You will be able to find both New and Vintage Toys, Comic Books, Action Figures, Manga, Anime, Gaming, Minitures, Diecast, Hotwheels, Matchbox, Corgi, Dolls, Barbie, G.I. Joe, NASCAR, Model Kits, Star Wars, Star Trek, Sci-Fi/Horror, Johnny Lightning, Transformers, Disney, McFarland Toys, TV/Movie, DVD's, Planet of the Apes and much, much more. The best thing about the show is that you never know what you're going to find and each show is different than the one before!