All food/beverage items to be distributed from an exhibitor's booth must be approved by ASTRO Show Management in advance of the meeting. To request approval, exhibitor must submit the Giveaway Request Form via the online submission process in the Exhibitor Resource Center.
All booth catering must be purchased through the exclusive San Diego Convention Center caterer, Centerplate Catering. The distribution of popcorn, peanuts or any type of nuts is not permitted in the Exhibit Hall. Any exhibitor distributing food and/or beverage from their booth is responsible for the proper maintenance of their booth and surrounding area and must order porter service through the General Services Contractor. Trash left in the aisles as a result of an exhibitor giveaway will result in the removal of the trash at the exhibitor’s expense.
The dispensing, distribution or use of alcoholic beverages in the Exhibit Hall by the exhibitor, and/or their employees, and/or designated representatives (“designated representatives” to include but is not limited to directors, officers, contractors, volunteers and agents) is prohibited, except for the hours of 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 1, 2023, and Monday, October 2, 2023.
