Building Rental Event Services
Not only can you rent building space, but we also have the following equipment available for rental to ensure that your event looks its best.
To receive Advance rates, the order must be placed five (5) business days prior to show move in. All pricing is per each unless otherwise noted. Any order placed after that time will be charged floor rates.
All rates are per event for rental.
| Equipment | Advance | Floor |
|---|---|---|
| 110 Outlet Drop | $25 | $35 |
| 220 Outlet Drop | $75 | $105 |
| Barricades, Large (8' section) |
$15 | $25 |
| Barricades, Small (3' section) |
$5 | $10 |
| Bleachers (seats 45 adults) |
$150 | $200 |
| Carpet | Per Quote | Per Quote |
| Chairs | $1.50 | $2.50 |
| Cones | $5 | $7.50 |
| Loading Carts | $25 dep NC | Same |
| Microphone (corded) | $45 | $60 |
| Mic - Lavaliere (cordless clip on) |
$90 | $110 |
| Pipe and Drape (panel) | $18 | $25 |
| Pipe and Drape (booth) | $35 | $50 |
| Podium | $25 | $35 |
| Staging (per 3'x8' section) |
$20 | $40 |
| Tables, Rectangle | $8 | $12 |
| Tables, Clothed/Skirted (Rectangle) |
$20 | $35 |
| Tables, Round | $15 | $25 |
| Banquet Chairs | $2 | $3 |
| Ticket Booths | $150 | $200 |
| Ticket Drums | $15 | $25 |
| Turnstiles | $75 | $100 |
| Miscellaneous Items | Per Quote | Per Quote |
Miscellaneous Services
| Equipment | Advance | Floor |
|---|---|---|
| Copies | $0.50 | per page |
| Laminate paper | $3.00 | per page |
| Fax - Local call | $1.50 | per page |
| Fax - Long distance | $2.50 | per page |
| Front End Loander | $65 per hr. | $90 per hr. |
| Forklift | $65 per hr. | $90 per hr. |
Sign Policy
The approval and placement of all banners and signage will be at the sole discretion of the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. In addition, the Tennessee State Fairgrounds must approve all verbiage, in writing. All banners will be brought or delivered to the Tennessee State Fairgrounds no later than two (2) weeks prior to the show/event and will be hung by our staff. Banners may not exceed an overall size of 8’ x 4’.
Additionally, no pins, tacks, nails, tapes, glues or adhesives of any sort are permitted on Tennessee State Fairgrounds structure including, but not limited to walls, doors and outdoor poles. Failure to adhere to these requirements will result in fees for damages. There will be a minimum fee of $250.00 for such damages.
Parking
Complimentary parking provided, however, parking is not allowed adjacent to buildings except for loading and unloading.
Insurance
The Licensee agrees to furnish broad form comprehensive general liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000.00 and $25,000.00 property damage coverage.
The Licensee must provide liquor liability insurance when serving alcoholic beverages.
Security
Each event is required to have proper security in order to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for its patrons at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds and Expo Center.
Building Layout
The Licensee must submit to the Tennessee State Fairgrounds office a complete building diagram prior to the event in order to receive
Fire Marshal approval.
Vacating Of Premises
All occupied premises must be vacant of all people by midnight, local time.
Audio - Visual
Renaissance Event Technology is the exclusive audio visual supplier to the Fairgrounds providing the most advanced audio visual technologies for any size meeting or event production. Contact our sales representative
at 615-493-4052.
Data Access
Data Port T-1 access is available in some buildings.

