Tradeshow & expo merchandise

Buy Tradeshow Merchandise in Bulk

Lanyards, banners, keyrings and expo lollies that pull people to your stand — printed with your logo, priced at wholesale volumes and dispatched in 1 to 7 days.

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Branded tradeshow merchandise including a printed mug, lanyard and sweets on a blue background
Dispatch
1–7 days
From artwork approval · rush lines available
Order quantities
Bulk pricing from 50 units
Dispatch
Between 1 and 7 days
Delivery
Australia-wide, express available
Range
850+ tradeshow lines

Merchandise that earns its place on your stand

Every item on this page has one job: start a conversation at your booth and keep working after the doors close. We supply tradeshow merchandise in bulk to Australian exhibitors — printed lanyards and name badges for delegates, pull-up banners and table cloths for the stand, keyrings and expo lollies for the giveaway bowl. Buying in bulk simply means a larger volume at a lower per-unit price, so a 1,000-unit run of lanyards costs noticeably less each than 250.

Artwork is proofed before anything goes to print, and stock dispatches between 1 and 7 days depending on the line and decoration. Pair your giveaways with branded polos for the stand team, or add tote bags so attendees can carry the rest of the show home. Planning the show itself? Use our event planning tools.

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Printed navy lanyard with a swivel clip Top seller
Lanyards | badges

Printed polyester lanyard

Prices from $1.85
From 100 units · dispatch 5–7 days
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Printed pull-up banner on an X-frame stand Rush available
Print | signage

Pull-up banners and flags

Prices from $89.00
From 1 unit · dispatch 3–5 days
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Branded bag of jelly beans
Chocolates & lollies

Expo jelly bean bags

Prices from $1.20
From 250 units · dispatch 5–7 days
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Metal keyring tags with printed logos on split rings
Keyrings

Metal keyring

Prices from $2.35
From 100 units · dispatch 5–7 days
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Custom fortune cookie in a printed gold wrapper
Chocolates & lollies

Custom fortune cookies

Prices from $1.65
From 250 units · dispatch 5–7 days
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Before you order

Expert buying tips

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    Split your budget into hand-out and hero. A cheap volume item keeps the bowl full all day, while a small number of quality pieces go to the leads worth following up. One tier of merch for everyone rarely works.

  2. 02

    Pick items that travel. Delegates fly home with hand luggage, so flat and light beats bulky. Lanyards, stickers and confectionery make the trip; heavy items get left in the hotel bin.

  3. 03

    Check your artwork is print-ready early. Vector files with outlined fonts proof first time; a low-resolution logo pulled off a website needs redrawing, which adds days you may not have. See our artwork guide.

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    Expect colour to shift between substrates. The same Pantone reads differently on a woven lanyard, a lolly wrapper and a vinyl banner. Ask for a proof on each format if colour accuracy matters to your brand team.

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    Buy to the next quantity break. Bulk means a larger volume at a lower per-unit price — 1,000 lanyards often costs little more than 750, and the spares cover next year's show.

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    Work backwards from bump-in, not the show date. Stock dispatches between 1 and 7 days depending on the line, then add transit. Order signage first — it takes the longest and you cannot run the stand without it.

Decoration methods

Screen print, dye sublimation or digital label

Three methods cover nearly every tradeshow order. Compare them here, or read the full branding methods guide if your artwork sits in between.

Screen print
Ink through a screen
Best for
Simple logos on lanyards, bags and pens
Minimum quantity
100 units, plus a screen setup per colour
Colour handling
Spot colours, priced per colour in the design
Durability
Hard-wearing; can crack on heavy flexing
Typical cost position
Cheapest at high volume, one or two colours
Dispatch
5–7 days from artwork approval
Dye sublimation
Dye fused into fabric
Best for
Banners, table cloths and full-colour lanyards
Minimum quantity
1 unit on signage, 100 on lanyards
Colour handling
Full colour and photographic, edge to edge
Durability
Best — the dye becomes part of the fabric
Typical cost position
Mid to high, flat rate regardless of colours
Dispatch
3–5 days on stocked signage
Digital label print
Printed wrappers and stickers
Best for
Confectionery wrappers, stickers and magnets
Minimum quantity
250 units, no screen charge
Colour handling
Full colour with gradients at no extra cost
Durability
Single-use by nature; keep out of direct sun
Typical cost position
Lowest cost per impression
Dispatch
1–3 days on rush lines
Where this merch ends up

Ideal use cases in Australia

  • Industry expos such as Australian Manufacturing Week and CeMAT Australia, where trade visitors collect all day and volume matters.
  • Healthcare and education conferences like Australian Healthcare Week and EduTECH, where delegates use materials during sessions.
  • Tourism and hospitality shows including ATE and NoVacancy, where giveaways travel home in luggage with frequent flyers.
  • Technology and startup conferences such as Pause Fest, where minimal, useful items beat novelty every time.
  • Government and council conferences, where lanyards and notebooks go back to the office and keep working quietly.
  • Public events with big foot traffic — the Sydney Royal Easter Show and Floriade in Canberra reach thousands in a weekend.
  • Multi-stand exhibitors at ICC Sydney or the Melbourne Convention Centre needing consistent signage across every booth.
  • Career fairs and university open days, where a branded tote bag carries every other exhibitor's flyer for you.

Clients we service

Trusted by 2,900+ organisations yearly, from universities to government departments, since 2005.

CO EX CONTAINER EXCHANGE
Container Exchange (COEX)
KBR
Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR)
KAPLANBUSINESS SCHOOL
Kaplan Business School
NOKIA
Nokia
APPA Most Creative Supplier Awards Finalist 2026 Carbon measured, reduced and offset ISO 9001:2015 Sedex member Majority female-owned
Questions we get daily

Tradeshow ordering FAQs

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What is the minimum order for tradeshow merchandise?

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It varies by line. Signage such as banners and table cloths starts at a single unit, lanyards and keyrings usually start at 100, and printed confectionery at 250. Every product page lists its own quantity breaks, and the per-unit price drops as the volume rises.

How quickly can you dispatch an order?

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Dispatch runs between 1 and 7 days from artwork approval, depending on the product and decoration method. Rush lines can leave in 1 to 3 days. Add transit on top — one to four days depending on your state. Tell us your bump-in date and we will confirm what is achievable before you order. Full detail sits on our lead times page.

Are there setup or print fees?

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Screen printing carries a one-off screen setup per colour, quoted with your first order and stored for reorders. Dye sublimation and digital label printing have no screen charge. We explain what these cover in this article on print setup fees.

Can I get a sample before ordering?

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Yes. Blank samples let you check quality and size before committing, and on larger runs we can produce a branded pre-production sample. Request one through our class="tsc-34" href="https://www.cubicpromote.com.au/product-samples">product samples page or ask when you request a quote.

What artwork format should I send?

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Vector is best — AI, EPS or PDF with fonts outlined. Large-format signage needs artwork supplied at the finished size with bleed. If all you have is a website JPG, send it through and our studio will quote a redraw.

Will my brand colours match exactly?

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We match as closely as each process allows. Screen printing hits Pantone references accurately; dye sublimation and digital printing convert to CMYK, so strong corporate blues and oranges can shift slightly. The proof is your sign-off point, and we will flag anything we expect to move.

How much merch should I bring to a show?

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Work from the organiser's published attendance rather than a guess, then plan for roughly one hand-out item per ten attendees and ration a set number per day so you do not run dry before the last session. Our event planning tools include a quantity calculator.

How do reorders and returns work on branded stock?

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Reorders skip setup because we keep your artwork and screens on file, which usually shortens dispatch too. Branded goods are made to order, so they cannot be returned for change of mind; anything faulty or off-spec we replace. See our returns policy for the detail.

Client cases: Tradeshow products

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Tell us the show, the quantity and the bump-in date

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Typical first response
2,900+
Organisations served yearly
Studio open — Sydney, 9am–5pm AEST

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What Can You Use Them For

Trade show merchandise is a powerful tool for turning quick booth interactions into lasting brand visibility. A good trade show merch is held, carried, and reused — creating multiple touchpoints long after the event ends. Products like tote bags, notebooks, drink bottles, pens, and tech accessories work because they’re practical. People use them during the event, walk around with them, and often take them home. That simple act extends your branding beyond the expo floor and into daily life.

Buying Tips From Our Experts

  • Spark conversations: Choose items that are easy to hand out while talking, like pens, notebooks, or small tech. Keep a few within reach at all times — these act as natural icebreakers and keep people at your booth longer.
  • Boost visibility: Prioritise products that move around the venue, like tote bags or bottles. When attendees carry your merch through the aisles, your logo reaches hundreds of extra eyes without extra effort.
  • Add real value: Pick one or two high-quality giveaways instead of many cheap ones. A well-made product — like a sturdy tote or a sleek notebook — is more likely to be kept, used, and remembered.
  • Match the audience: Align the item with the event theme and demographic. For example, tech crowds respond to USBs and chargers, while tourism and lifestyle events favour drinkware, travel pouches, or sun hats.
  • Keep it light: Pick compact items that fit easily in bags or hand luggage. Heavy or bulky merch often gets left behind, while lightweight products travel home and continue promoting your brand.
  • Plan smart: Estimate booth traffic based on event size, not guesswork. Bring enough stock to last the whole event, but avoid over-ordering. If footfall is high, reserve a set number per day to stay consistent.

Ideal Use Cases in Australia

Here are some events these merch work best:

  • Business & Industry Expos: Major expos such as Australian Manufacturing Week and CeMAT Australia attract large volumes of trade visitors who actively network and collect materials throughout the day.
  • Healthcare & Education Conferences: At events like Australian Healthcare Week and EduTECH Australia, delegates often use conference materials during sessions or take them back to their workplaces.
  • Tourism & Hospitality Events: Events such as ATE – Australian Tourism Exchange and NoVacancy Hotel + Accommodation Expo attract industry professionals who travel frequently. Merchandise here often ends up in luggage, workplaces, or shared spaces.
  • Technology & Startup Conferences: Tech-forward shows like Pause Fest and Cebit Australia draw audiences that value utility and minimalism. Giveaways used during work, travel, or meetings ensure ongoing brand impressions in day-to-day settings.
  • Government & Council Conferences: Merchandise distributed at events like these are often used during meetings and then taken back to offices, giving your brand quiet, long-term visibility.
  • Festivals & Public Events: Large-scale events such as Sydney Royal Easter Show and Floriade offer unmatched foot traffic. When attendees use or wear merchandise throughout the venue, your branding reaches thousands organically.