9 Unique Trade Show Giveaways
Here’s a curated selection of top trade show giveaways based on industry trends, recent data, and insights gathered from our customers' orders. The following items will help increase booth traffic and deliver a memorable brand experience.
1. Slim Fit UpCycle rPET Bottles
Custom water bottles have long been a popular choice for trade show giveaways – offering a budget-friendly way to increase brand exposure while helping recipients stay hydrated during long expo days.
Opting for sustainable alternatives, such as this one, made entirely from recycled materials, can significantly enhance their effectiveness and leave a lasting impression on eco-conscious attendees.
2. Santorini Shopping Tote Bag
Forty-three percent of recipients will keep and use a promo bag for two years or longer, according to the 2023 ASI Ad Impressions Study. So consider handing out this durable, reusable shopping tote they can use again and again. Attendees will appreciate having a lightweight tote that neatly stores pamphlets, brochures, souvenirs, and other marketing materials received throughout the event.
3. Spot Bluetooth Finder
Attach this unique tech gadget to keys or bags and use the intuitive app on iOS or Android to locate items quickly. Ideal for tradeshows, the Spot doubles as a digital leash for valuables, keeping your brand visible wherever it goes.
4. iFold Phone Stand
This versatile folding phone and tablet stand with six adjustable positions is perfect for travel and trade shows. It’s a hassle-free giveaway that can easily slip into a pocket, purse, briefcase, or backpack, making it the perfect travel companion for all attendees.
5. Custom Backs Playing Cards
Sometimes, the best trade show swag is simple. Think about timeless, classic products that you can put a fresh spin on with your branding like a deck of cards. Printed in full color on premium casino-grade linen playing card stock, these custom playing cards will vibrantly display your logo every time they’re opened for game night.
6. Chocolate-Filled Greeting Cards
Express appreciation to booth visitors by presenting them with a custom greeting card filled with ethically sourced gourmet chocolate. It’s a unique, fully customizable, two-in-one gift from a woman-owned company that values sustainability, inclusivity, and deliciousness. Now that's a winning combo.
7. Organic Cotton Bound Notebook with Pen
Custom notebooks are popular trade show giveaways every year, but in 2024, consider a sustainable option that gives back to charitable causes for greater impact. This notebook features an organic cotton hardcover, uses cream recycled paper, and donates 1% of product sales to environmental nonprofits.
8. Dual-Sided Microfiber Cloth
Constant use of our devices means always having phones, tablets, and computer screens smudged with fingerprints and dust. Give your booth visitors a solution to this problem with a dual-sided microfiber cloth branded with your logo. It’s a functional gift for exhibitions that provides practical use and frequent brand exposure.
9. Dual Port USB Wall Plug Charger
Get your logo laser engraved on this sleek and affordable 20W wall charger that can charge two devices simultaneously. Attendees will love the modern, sophisticated look and will appreciate having a convenient way to charge their devices during the event.
Attract Visitors to Your Booth with Memorable Trade Show Swag
Remember, trade show giveaways are no longer cheap, throw-away items. The key is to choose high-quality products if you want to maximize brand exposure and truly delight your audience. No matter what format your event takes - in-person or virtual - if you keep quality, functionality, and your audience’s preferences in mind, you’ll be sure to make an impact.
Finding unique and useful event gifts is challenging, but it's an important part of making sure attendees engage with and remember your brand. Get in touch if you’re looking for more hands-on support. We’ll work closely with you to select and design items that resonate with attendees and leave a lasting impression.
Editor's Note: This post was originally published on July 17, 2014, and has been updated for accuracy and current best practices.
