Since 2013, the Buying Show has featured industry exhibitors showcasing an array of products, including equipment, apparel, carts, accessories, golf balls, footwear, training aids, software, sunglasses, signage, and storage solutions, to name a few. The Buying Show serves as a one-stop-shop for all golf retailers throughout the province.
The PGA of BC Buying Show will return on Oct. 13-14, 2021, conducted once again in a virtual format. Although we were hopeful to return to our traditional, in-person setting at Richmond Olympic Oval this year, with continued uncertainty around overall public-health circumstances, as well as what sizes and types of gatherings will be permissible by the fall, the Association has opted to host the Buying Show virtually to ensure the health and safety of all exhibitors and attendees.
In 2020, the PGA of BC was the only zone within the PGA of Canada to conduct a Buying Show. Although a virtual Buying Show was a new experience for all involved, the 2020 event was extremely well received by attendees and exhibitors alike. With a number of enhancements to the online platform used to conduct the Buying Show, we are confident that this year’s gathering will build upon the successes of our inaugural virtual event. To gain a better sense of the functionality of a virtual Buying Show, please view the platform tour video created in advance of the 2020 event at the bottom of this page, which provides a basic outline of the amenities available.
Traditionally, this event is attended by the majority of the PGA of BC membership, representing over 150 golf facilities throughout the province, making it the Industry's largest buying show in British Columbia.
Exhibitor registration is available until Sept. 30, with booths priced at $350 plus GST.
CLICK HERE to access the Buying Show exhibitor registration form.
Further details on the 2021 Buying Show will be shared here as they become available. Please direct any registration-related inquiries to PGA of BC Executive Director Donald Miyazaki at donald@pgabc.org. Questions regarding the event format and virtual platform may be directed to PGA of BC Communications & Marketing Manager Eric MacKenzie at eric@pgabc.org.
We look forward to having you join us at the event this fall.
**Please note that the virtual Buying Show platform tour below was created in advance of the 2020 event, prior to a complete build-out of the platform. Further enhancements and amenities will be included with the 2021 event platform.