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IWSB Event hours are Mon., May 19 - Tues., May 20 from 11:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.


NRA Show hours are Sat., May 17 - Tues., May 20 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Level 3 will open at 9:30 a.m. each day.)


Attendee Frequently Asked Questions

What does IWSB mean?
How much does it cost to register?
Can anyone register to attend IWSB?
How do you register for IWSB?
Will there be onsite registration for IWSB?
What are the dates/hours of onsite registration?
What are the Event dates/hours?
Where will IWSB be located?
How many exhibitors will there be?
Can I also attend NRA Show 2008 with an IWSB event badge?
Do I have to pay an additional fee if I want to attend NRA Show 2008?
Can I use a credit card to register?
Are children allowed in IWSB?
How do I make hotel arrangements?
Do you have group rates?
Will there be educational sessions offered at IWSB?
Can I get a listing of the educational sessions being offered?
When will I receive my Show Guide?
Where can I get a wheel chair or mobile scooter for the IWSB Event?

What does IWSB mean?
IWSB is the acronym for the International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event (IWSB) which will be held at NRA Show 2008, May 19-20. It is the industry-first beverage alcohol trade event with vintner, distiller and brewer tastings and demonstrations.

How much does it cost to register?
$135 per person if registered before the Early bird deadline (April 11, 2008) and $195 per person thereafter.

Can anyone register to attend IWSB?
No, the following criteria must be met in order to register for IWSB:

1. You must be over 21 years or older. NO EXCEPTIONS.
2. You must be involved in the decision making process to purchase beverage alcohol in a foodservice operation.
3. You will be required to present a government issued photo ID to register for the event.

NOTE: This event is not open to the public.

How do you register for IWSB?
Registration for IWSB is available online only at www.winespiritsbeer.org.

Will there be onsite registration for IWSB?
Yes, onsite registration for IWSB will be located in North Bldg., Level 2 (Mezzanine) lobby.

What are the dates/hours of onsite registration?

• Monday, May 19, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, May 20, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

What are the Event dates/hours?

• Monday, May 19, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, May 20, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Where will IWSB be located?
The International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event will be located in the North Building of McCormick Place.

How many exhibitors will there be?
There will be between 50 – 75 exhibitors at the IWSB Event.

Can I also attend NRA Show 2008 with an IWSB event badge?
Yes, your badge for IWSB will provide you entrance to NRA Show 2008, but a NRA Show badge will not provide you entrance to IWSB.

Do I have to pay an additional fee if I want to attend NRA Show 2008?
No. If you have purchased a badge for the IWSB Event, you do not have to pay another registration fee to attend NRA Show 2008. Your IWSB badge will allow you entrance to NRA Show 2008. However if you have purchased a NRA Show 2008 badge only, you will have to pay an additional registration fee to attend the IWSB Event.

Can I use a credit card to register?
Yes, we accept all major credit cards (American Express, Diner's Club, Discover, MasterCard, VISA). You can use a credit card and register online or by completing a registration form and faxing it to 708-344-4444.

Are children allowed in IWSB?
No. You must be 21 years or older to attend IWSB. There are no exceptions to this policy. A government-issued photo ID will be required to gain entrance to IWSB.

How do I make hotel arrangements?
• Through our Web site via our online travel desk.
• Calling the NRA Travel Desk at 1-800-283-5543 (international callers must dial 1-312-527-7300).
• Complete a housing form and fax to 312-329-9513.
• Complete a housing form and mail to:

NRA Travel Desk/TTG
110 W. Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60610

Do you have group rates?
No. Everyone pays the same rate.

Will there be educational sessions offered at IWSB?
Yes, there will be educational sessions for IWSB. Two sessions will be held on Monday, May 19 and four sessions will be held on Tuesday, May 20.

Can I get a listing of the educational sessions being offered?
Yes. As the sessions are added, they will be available in the Events and Attractions section of this Web site.

When will I receive my Show Guide?
The Exhibit Guide & Program will be available for pickup when you arrive at McCormick Place.

Where can I get a wheel chair or mobile scooter for the IWSB Event?

Scootaround
888-441-7575
www.scootaround.com