Demo Schedule:
Most demos are scheduled from 11 AM to at least 2 PM, but vendors are welcome to arrive earlier or stay later to offer breakfast or other morning demonstrations. With enough notice, we’ll promote these events in-store, on social media, and through email to help maximize exposure and foot traffic.
Last year, Jabo’s Ace Hardware and The Cove Gifts were honored as the winner in the Multiple Locations category at the 2025 Retailer Excellence Awards, presented by the REA. Being recognized on a national level for our customer experience, merchandising, and community engagement reinforces the value of showcasing your brand in our stores. Hosting demos with us puts your products in front of a loyal, engaged, and growing customer base.
Vendors will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis for initial dates. We will follow up with those interested in multiple appearances throughout the season. Later this year, we’ll release a second form to schedule fall grilling events and additional high-traffic weekends.
In-store demos have consistently proven to be one of the most effective ways to build product awareness in our stores. Vendors who participate more frequently receive priority placement at our larger events and are often included in staff-led grilling demonstrations and product highlights.
Please only select dates you are certain you can attend. Once a location and date are assigned, it will be removed from the form to avoid overbooking.
Thank you for supporting Jabo’s Ace and The Cove Gifts—we look forward to helping grow your brand through impactful, in-store demonstrations!