Convention software
Software for hobby conventions.
Quilt shows, photography expos, coin and stamp shows, gem and mineral shows, model train shows, knitting fairs — specialty hobby conventions have run for decades on paper. Tentpole brings them into the modern era without forcing the change. Vendor applications, exhibit hall layout, judging flow, attendee passes, all in one place.
Built for 300 to 8,000+ attendees · 30 to 200+ vendors
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7 days free · Flat $150 or $300/mo · Migration free.
Real convention features, flat pricing. Enterprise convention platforms charge $15-50k per event. Tentpole gives you the same dealer hall + artist alley + multi-day badges + panel schedule for $150 or $300 a month.
What Tentpole handles
- Specialty vendor applications by hobby category
- Exhibit hall layout with display table tiers
- Judging flow for quilt / photography / model competitions
- Multi-day attendee passes
- Workshops + demonstrations scheduling
- Award category management
- Sponsor + magazine / publication partner coordination
- Show-and-tell or non-competitive display tracks
Why organizers pick Tentpole for this
- Built for traditional hobby organizers transitioning from paper
- Judging flow native (quilt categories, photography categories, etc.)
- Vendor history persists across decades
- Cash collection still supported at the door
- Founder available by phone for organizers who prefer it
FAQ
Will my older vendors and members be able to use this?
Vendors apply via a web link — no account required to start. Members buy badges in 60 seconds online or in person.
Can I run quilt show judging through Tentpole?
Yes. Quilts register, categories assign, judges score via tablet, awards generate. Same flow works for photography, models, and other competitions.
Does this handle workshop registration?
Yes. Workshops with capacity caps, waitlists, and separate workshop fees alongside the convention badge.