Frantic Music Project Presents:
Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet
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$10 - General Admission –
$10 ONLINE ONLY - $20 Cash at door.
Entry from 11 AM - 2:45 PM
$25 - Early Bird –
Available ONLINE Only in advance.
Limited tickets available. Entry at 10 AM
* VIP Cocktail Reception SOLD OUT ONLINE! Please call if you are looking for tickets: 302-402-3055. Light fare by Harbour at Canal Square, libations by Beach Time Distilling, Dewey Beer Company, and Paul Cullen Wines
Saturday, March 23:
There will be a 50/50 drawing
Tickets are CASH ONLY:
1 ticket for $5
10 tickets for $20
Drawing at 2:30 PM
Food and beverages will be sold by, Bethany Blues, Beach Time Distilling, Dewey Beer Company, and Paul Cullen Wines.
Cash and credit cards accepted.
FAQ
Q: May I bring my stuff to sell/trade?
A: Ticket holders may bring 1 item to sell or trade with the dealers. All items must be checked in and you must furnish a receipt to the buyer. All purchases must have a receipt to leave the building. Also, be respectful of the dealers who have paid to be at the show. If an individual attending the show is interested in your item, please do not "conduct business" at an exhibitor's space. There are various locations throughout the venue for you to do that. Frantic Music Project, Mid Atlantic Guitar Show organizers or assigns are not responsible for any deals made. No transactions shall take place outside of the exhibit hall.
Q: Can I just keep going out to my car for more items to try and trade?
A: Each time you enter, you will receive a stamp. You may leave and return once. If you have more than 2 items, we recommend you get a table, and or get a friend and share a table.
Q: Do you have T-shirts for sale?
A: T-shirts are ONLY available for purchase online: Mid Atlantic Guitar Show T-Shirts - they will be shipped right to your door. It is suggested to order by March 5, to ensure delivery before the show. These shirts are so cool, you can even grab one after the show is just a memory.
Q: May I bring my dog/pet?
A: We love our dogs and wish we could bring them everywhere, but unfortunately, no animals, other than Service Dogs are allowed.
Schedule - Subject to change
Friday, March 22, 2024
10 AM-4 PM Exhibitor/Consignment Load-in
5:30-6:30 Doors open for VIP Ticket holders only
5:30-7 PM VIP *Cocktail Reception
7-9 PM Show Preview & Meet & Greet with exhibitors
Saturday, March 23, 2024
9-9:30 AM - Exhibitor Entry
10-11 AM - **Early Bird Entry (Limited Tix Available)
11-3 PM - ***General Admission Doors Open
2:45 - Doors Close
3:30-6 PM Exhibitor Load-out
Sneak Peek of what to expect -
NO SALES/PURCHASES/TRADES shall occur anywhere except for inside the Exhibit Hall during show hours.
No trades/deals are to be conducted outside or on the grounds of the Convention Center Hall, or adjacent street/parking lot.
* VIP Tickets- $125 includes Cocktail Reception with light fare by Harbour at Canal Square, libations by Beach Time Distilling, Dewey Beer Company, and Paul Cullen Wines
Available ONLINE Only in advance.
Limited tickets available. Entry at 10 AM
*** General Admission - $10 ONLINE ONLY - $20 Cash at door.
Entry from 11 AM - 2:45 PM
Saturday, March 23:
Food from Bethany Blues will be available for purchase from 11- 2.
Food tickets will be sold by Frantic Music Project and will be $10 each. Choose one of the following items: hotdog, bratwurst, pulled chicken or pulled pork sandwich. Bag of chips and bottle of water included.
Libations, will be sold at the individual vendor stations from 10 - 2:45.
All forms of payment will be accepted.
The following hotels are offering special pricing for the event. Please refer to the terms and conditions set forth by each hotel. Rooms are limited, so reserve yours today!
The Breakers - Discounted rooms are available: $99 plus taxes & fees for standard rooms with 2 double beds or a king bed. $139 plus tax for a suite with 2 queens or a king with a separate living area with a full-size pull-out sofa bed.
To book: you must call the hotel directly at 302-227-6688 and mention Mid Atlantic Guitar Show to secure these rates.
Bookings made online cannot be modified to reflect these special rates.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rehoboth Beach - Discounted rooms are available - you must follow the link above to receive the special rate: $129 plus taxes & fees for King Bed Standard standard room. Includes Buffet Breakfast PLUS a welcome amenity. Located just 4 miles from the Convention Center, it is within walking distance of over 4 bars/restaurants.
Coast Rehoboth Beach - Discounted rooms are available - you must follow the link above or enter promo code FRAN under "Special Rates" Tab in Booking window to receive the special rate: $149 plus taxes & fees for standard room with a 2-night minimum Friday & Saturday ONLY. Not valid for a 1-night stay.
The cut-off date to book rooms is February 23, 2024. After that date, there is no guarantee for rate/availability.
Want to bring a single item to sell or trade? All ticket holders may bring one item with them to sell/trade with the exhibitors.
For details and to save some time at registration, fill out this brief form no later than March 20, 2024
Or download the below form and bring it with you.
Want to bring a single item to sell or trade? All ticket holders may bring one item with them to sell/trade with the exhibitors. Typically, you visit various dealer tables and "shop" your item. If you sell your item to someone, you must issue a receipt.
For details and to save some time at registration, fill out this brief form no later than March 20, 2024
You will still need to check-in your item upon entry.
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Ticket holders may bring in ONE item to Sell or Trade - no additional fee.
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You must have a ticket to enter and are only permitted to enter at or after the entry time on your ticket.
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All items must be registered and tagged at check-in.
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All items sold must be issued a receipt which must be presented upon exiting the building, or the dealer/owner must accompany the purchaser to the door. Blank receipt forms will be available at Instrument Check-in.
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All deals are strictly between the parties involved.
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The organizers/promoters – Mid Atlantic Guitar Show, Frantic Music Project, Frantic Frets Music & Antiques, The Rehoboth Beach Convention/City of Rehoboth, or any volunteers, employees, or assigns are not responsible for items lost/damaged, injury or any sales, trades, or purchases.
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NO SALES/PURCHASES/TRADES shall occur anywhere except for inside the Exhibit Hall.
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No trades/deals are to be conducted inside or outside or on the grounds of the Convention Center Hall, or adjacent street/parking lot. Any Exhibitor or Attendee participating in these outside deals will be asked to leave immediately and no refund, full or partial, will be issued.
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You may have a note on the case of what's inside - if an individual show attendee is interested (not an exhibitor), please conduct business in an area away from the dealer tables, such as one of the demo rooms.
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There are two rooms available for the demonstration of guitars, pedals, amps. Demo amps are available and we will have volunteers on standby to help you.
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No bootleg, illegal, knockoff, or unlicensed items are permitted for sale. NO EXCEPTIONS
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NO SMOKING ON PREMISES
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NO Outdoor Food or Alcohol. Anyone found with outside food or alcohol will be asked to leave - no refunds.
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NO Early Entry. You may only begin entry during the assigned time based on your ticket purchase.
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Maximize your sale. Make sure your item is clean and setup.
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While we cannot enforce this, if you have a number of items you are trying to sell, please BE RESPECTFUL of our show organizers and the exhibitors who paid to be at the show, and purchase a table. Advertising other items for sale other than the one you may carry in, is kind of uncool. We would like to make this an annual event, enjoyable and a profitable experience for everyone.
Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet Rehoboth Beach Convention Center March 22-23, 2024 Frantic Music Project 26374 Broadkill Road Milton, DE 19968 Contact: Mary Knight – 302-402-3055 Email: admin@franticmusic.org Frantic Music Project Announces 2024 Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet – March 22-23, 2024 Frantic Music Project is pleased to announce the 2024 Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, on March 22-23, 2024. The event will have over 25 exhibitors with new, used, and vintage guitars, amplifiers, equipment, and accessories. The two-day event begins on Friday, March 22, with an exclusive VIP Cocktail Reception from 5:30-7 PM, that will feature light fare by Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square, beverages by Beach Time Distilling and Dewey Beer Company, as well as live music by The Williams Brothers. Immediately following the cocktail hour, VIP ticket holders can preview the show and meet the exhibitors. A cash bar will be open from 7-9 PM. A limited number of VIP tickets are available. VIP tickets are $125 each and include the Friday evening event plus early entry to Saturday’s show. The show officially opens on Saturday, March 23, at 11 AM and runs until 3 PM. General Admission tickets are $10 each and can be purchased online in advance or on the day of the event until sold out. Pay at the door General Admission tickets are $20 and cash only until sold out. A limited number of Early Bird tickets are available online only and are $25 each. Early Bird ticket holders can enter the show one hour before General Admission attendees. There will be food and beverages for purchase during show hours, door prizes, a guitar raffle, and a cash only 50/50 raffle drawing to benefit Frantic Music Project. More details, vendor registration, and tickets can be found online by visiting Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet. The event is expected to draw a great number of guitar enthusiasts to the Delaware Beaches for the weekend, who will be patronizing local hotels, restaurants, and shops. An Event Guide will be distributed to event attendees both in print and electronically and businesses are invited to place an ad in the Event Guide Booklet. The deadline for Advertisers, Exhibitors, and Sponsors is January 15, 2024. If you would like more information about advertising opportunities or to become an event sponsor, please contact Mary Knight at 302-402-3055, or email admin@franticmusic.org ### Frantic Music Project is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with a mission to provide subsidized equipment, services, and financial aid to economically challenged performing musicians, regardless of age, who currently have or are pursuing a career in music within the State of Delaware.
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Frantic Music Project, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, in cooperation with Frantic Frets Music Store of Milton, Delaware, presents the Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet.
Your hosts for the event are Al and Mary Frantic, owners of Frantic Frets Music & Antiques in Milton, DE. In 2022, they formed Frantic Music Project, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, to be able to give back to the community that has been so supportive of them since opening in 2018. The mission is to help provide subsidies to Delaware's working musicians.
Al has been around music most of his life. By day he is an experienced and talented luthier, and by night he can be found performing in and around the Delaware Beaches.
Mary also plays music for fun and has a diverse background in business, marketing, and nonprofit management, she is well-versed in planning events from intimate music concerts to festivals.
A guitar show seems like a perfect fit and with connections throughout the East Coast, and with targeted marketing efforts, this inaugural event is expected to draw a very good crowd.
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