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EXPO DATES / TIMES

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Friday, May 29th, 2pm – 10pm

Saturday, May 30th, 11am – 10pm

Sunday, May 31st, 11am – 6pm

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Location

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The Wilmington Convention Center

10 Convention Center Dr

 Wilmington, NC 28401

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ADMISSION PRICES

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ONLINE ADVANCE TICKETS:

$16 for a one-day pass

$30 for a two-day pass

$45 for a three-day pass

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AT THE DOOR PRICES:

$20 for a one-day pass

$35 for a two-day pass

$50 for a three-day pass

MILITARY DISCOUNT / First Responder: 

$5 OFF a 1-day, 2-day, OR Weekend Pass

****AT THE DOOR ONLY****

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Tickets purchased on-site can be obtained at the Box Office located in the lobby of the Wilmington Convention Center. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Kids under 14 get in FREE.

FAQ:

Q: How do I book an appointment with an Artist?

A: Check out the artist page on our website to see who is attending. You will have to reach out to each artist individually to see who has availability. Click on the individual photos to find out the best method of contact. 

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Q: Can we conceal/carry at this Expo?

A: All guns will be checked at the door with the Sheriff's Department. Guns chambers are required to be emptied and will be zip tied. 

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Q: How do I get an application to purchase a firearm in Greensboro?

A: Visit: 

https://newhanoverso.permitium.com/

for information on how to obtain a Handgun permit. 

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Q: Are animals allowed at the Expo?

A: Service animals will be allowed with proper identification.

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Q: Once you enter the expo, is re-entry allowed:

A: Yes, you will be wrist-banded when you enter the Expo. This will allow you to come and go as you please with in Festival hours. Wristbands must be worn at all times.

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Q: Are children allowed at the Expo?

A: Yes, children are allowed, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

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Q: Will there be food / beverage for purchase inside of the Expo?

A: Yes, the concessions at The Coliseum will be selling food and beverage options.

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SHOW RULES:

 

FIREARMS FOR SALE, TRADE, OR CUSTOM WORK MUST BE UNLOADED, TIED WITH A SECURING ZIP-TIE TO PREVENT IT FROM FIRING. ALL MAGAZINES REMOVED AND EMPTIED MUST PASS THROUGH THE FIREARMS CHECKPOINT.

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ALL SALES AND TRANSACTIONS MUST APPLY WITH CITY, STATE, AND FEDERAL GUN LAWS.

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ALL EXHIBITORS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PURCHASING THEIR OWN TABLES:

Failure to comply with registration will result in removal from the event. (AKA) all table holders must send in their own completed application form requests.

***NO PRIVATE P2P SALES PERMITTED WHATSOEVER.*** 

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Ink & Arms reserves the right to refuse space to anyone when in the opinion of Ink & Arms, such space would not be in the best interest of the show, other exhibitors, or the arms collecting fraternity. 

 

Furthermore, Ink & Arms reserves the right to request an exhibitor to change or remove a display that would be considered offensive to social, political and/or collecting ideals.

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All sales transactions must comply with North Carolina State and Federal gun laws.