Global Retailers Making Early Plans to Attend Fall Toy Preview

April 17, 2018 | Toy companies interested in exhibiting at Fall Toy Preview are encouraged to submit an exhibit space application  for the event, taking place October 2 to 4 in Dallas, TX.

Fall Toy Preview is expected to welcome more than 300 toymakers and hundreds of buyers from around the world. The show has a global reputation for being the place to see new innovations in toys and play. More than 100 exhibitors have already submitted space applications to showcase their newest toys and games for holiday ’19.

Despite the fact that buyer registration officially opens in June, early buyer participation is already strong for this year’s marketplace. The Toy Association has confirmed that dozens of buyers have said they will attend the show – including representatives from nine of the top 25 retailers in the country – all looking to scout developmental and educational toys, tech playthings, arts & crafts, books, puzzles & games, dolls, and more, all of which will drive toy sales for holiday `19. Retailers attending include: Aldi, Amazon, Bed, Bath & Beyond, BJ’s Wholesale, Burlington Stores, Family Dollar, GameStop, J.C. Penney, Jo-Ann Stores, Learning Express, Michaels Stores, Spencer’s, Target, TJ Maxx/Marshalls, Walmart, and more.

“Toy companies are encouraged to secure their exhibit space for Fall Toy Preview and begin making appointments with these influential retailers,” said Marian Bossard, The Toy Association’s executive vice president of global market events. “Strong early interest from powerful global retailers proves that this is an important marketplace for them.”

Companies can sign up for exhibit space online . Special events and activities taking place at the show will be announced in the coming months. For more information about Fall Toy Preview 2018, visit www.FallToyPreview.org.