The #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo
is SA’s flagship disability and ageing event.

BUMP IN:
THU 12OCT

Friday 13 &
Saturday 14 October
10am to 3:30pm

Have a ?
Call the Expo Office

08 8168 8702
expo@catalystfoundation.com.au

Interactive Floor Plan

The floor plan shows you what booths are available.
Select your preferred booth type and location on the floor plan.
Call the Expo Office (08)81688702 or email : expo@catalystfoundation.com.au

Bump in brief

The Exhibitors Bump In is Thursday 12 October – Exhibits with vehicles : 12.30-2pm
Walk in exhibitors : 2-5pm
Download the Bump In/out brief information in the link below.

2023 Exhibitors Handbook

The handbook serves as a valuable resource, offering insights and guidelines to enhance participation in the expo. It provides valuable information and best practices that can help promote products and services effectively, while also ensuring that booths are accessible and inclusive for all attendees.

This page is progressively being updated as the DAL Expo event logistics are confirmed. If you have any particular question you need information for, please contact the Catalyst Foundation Expo Project Office on (08) 8168 8702

Be part of it!

South Australia’s iconic #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo (DAL Expo) is the biggest disability and ageing sector event of the year.  Planning is well underway for the 2023 DAL Expo and we will be updating this website as logistics are put in place.

In its 10th year under the Catalyst Foundation umbrella, the DAL Expo is now recognised as South Australia’s flagship disability, ageing and lifestyle event of the year. With more than 230 exhibitors and 4700+ visitors in 2022 – the DAL Expo is the event to showcase products and service directly to the public searching for lifestyle solutions.

The DAL Expo offers your business a unique opportunity to engage face to face with not only the South Australian public but with the largest gathering of businesses in the disability and ageing sector.

With the considerable growth in this sector over recent years, business owners are challenged to find the time to connect with the sector to research the market and make valuable new connections. The DAL Expo offers a 2 day event and the opportunity to participate in networking sessions that introduce you to other operators within the disability and ageing sector.
  

Friday 13 and Saturday 14 October
at
Wayville Showgrounds

This iconic South Australian event offers a unique opportunity for product, service and information providers to the ageing and disability sector to:

  • Engage face to face with more than 4500 end users/visitors to the event and their supporters/family looking for lifestyle solutions.

  • Networking with over 250 exhibitors – professional healthcare providers showcasing their latest products, information and services.

  • Strengthen your presence in the expanding this expanding market

  • Gain customer recognition of your product/service and keep your brand at the forefront  of the sector. 

SPC Food Solutions – Exhibitors Lounge Sponsor

SPC Food Solutions invites Exhibitors to the SPC Exhibitor’s Lounge over the 2 days of the Expo – to take a break and sample the range of SPC products that they offer.

SPC Food Solutions are a proud Australian food manufacturer with a rich history of inspiring taste creations across Australia for over 100 years. SPC Food Solutions strive to deliver on their promise for quality and superior service, whilst focusing on developing products that serve the needs of the hospitality, healthcare, education, leisure and convenience markets.

Exhibiting Options

We will be launching the 2024 DAL Expo soon … register you interest here.

The floor plan for the event is available for you to view live, it will show you what booths are available for you to make a selection. Make a note of the booth number and call the Expo Office (08)81688702  to discuss options, or email:  expo@catalystfoundation.com.au. If you select a standard booth, please advise whether you would like electricity/lighting.

Standard
$900+gst
  • Walling: 3mX3mX2.4m(H)
  • Furniture Package* 
  • Power & Lighting : +$150
  • Programme guide Listing
  • Expo floorplan listing
  • Networking Breakfast: 1 Ticket
  • Car Park Passes: 1
  • #MyLifeChoices listing
Premium
PREMIUM
$1900+gst
  • Walling: 3mX3mX2.4m(H)
  • Furniture Package* 
  • Power & Lighting
  • Programme guide Listing
  • Expo floorplan listing
  • Networking Breakfast: 1 Ticket
  • Car Park Passes: 1
  • #MyLifeChoices listing
Premium
premium
Corner
$2200+gst
  • Walling: 3mX3mX2.4m(H)
  • Furniture Package* 
  • Power & Lighting
  • Programme guide Listing
  • Expo floorplan listing
  • Networking Breakfast: 1 Ticket
  • Car Park Passes: 1
  • #MyLifeChoices listing
Hurry! – Limited availability
EXPO
PARTNER
$5000+gst
  • Walling: 6mX3mX2.4m(H)
  • Furniture Package* 
  • Power & Lighting
  • Programme guide Listing
  • Expo floorplan listing
  • Networking Breakfast: 4 Tickets
  • Car Park Passes: 4
  • #MyLifeChoices listing



Vehicle Booths

* Furniture packages : for inclusions refer to the Exhibitors Handbook P11

If you have a vehicle as part of your display – please book a red vehicle booth indicated on the floorplan – this allows up to 7m in length. The Vehicle package is $1900+GST – inclusions as per Standard package, limited number available.

How to book : 

The floor plan for the event is available for you to view live, it will show you what booths are available for you to make a selection.    Make a note of the booth number and call the Expo Office (08)81688702  to discuss options, or email:  expo@catalystfoundation.com.au. If you select a standard booth, please advise whether you would like electricity/lighting.

Looking for more presence?

If you would like to stand out amongst the crowd, we have a variety of sponsorship packages available that will put your business at the forefront of the event, and we can customise a package to suit your requirements.

Call the DAL Expo Project office to discuss these options and more …. (08) 8168 8702

Event Partner

Put your brand at the forefront of the 2 day Expo as the Expo Event Partner, providing the most brand promotion of all our packages at the event.   

In a rapidly expanding sector, this sponsorship package provides a prime opportunity to elevate your brand to an audience of thousands of potential customers seeking out to connect with service providers to the ageing and disability sector.   The Event Partner puts our brand will be at the forefront of the 2-day event, with your business name appearing alongside the event name in all advertising in the months leading up to the event.

As the Event Partner, your brand will be the first thing visitors see upon arrival, with a prominent display located within the Main Entrance of the Expo.    After entering the event, visitors will arrive at your exhibition space,  a 36sqm display area for you to prepare to engage with attendees to promote your business.      Walking around the event, visitors will see your brand on the  600 lanyards of every exhibitor at the event.   

As the Expo Event partner, you’ll have the opportunity to use your own branded event bag handed out at the entrance, ensuring that your brand is front and center throughout the entire event.     With nearly 5000 visitors in 2022 and 260 Exhibitors of this years event, your brand will be seen by every person attending the biggest disability, ageing and lifestye expo in SA.

Exhibitors Networking Breakfast Sponsor

A unique opportunity to reach a highly targeted audience in the disability and ageing sector. The Exhibitors Networking Breakfast effectively serves to officially open the 2023 #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo.  

As the sponsor of this important event, you’ll have the opportunity to join the Chief Executive and keynote speaker on the breakfast venue stage, addressing the biggest gathering of disability and ageing sector representatives in the region.This is a powerful opportunity to showcase your brand to 400 sector providers in a relaxed and engaging environment.   
As the only sponsor of this event, your brand will be prominently featured at the venue – from the Entrance to Ridley Pavilion,  on each of the 400 table settings, in all digital, print, and social media advertising related to the event, ensuring maximum exposure to a wide range of potential customers.    As the opening event of the exhibition, the Exhibitors Networking Breakfast sets the tone for the entire event, making it the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impression on attendees.

This is the single biggest gathering of sector providers in SA, a unique opportunity to connect with key players in the disability and ageing sector and elevate your brand to new heights.     Contact us today to learn more about this exciting sponsorship package and secure your spot as the exclusive sponsor of the Exhibitors Networking Breakfast.

Exhibitor Advertising Option

The DAL Expo Programme Guide will be published in 2 print publications :

The Senior” newspaper /September edition.

“Link” magazine – July/August edition

Both above publications offer valuable Exhibitor advertising options, please click on this image to view details and info on how to book.

Expo Partner – Activation zones

Sensory Zone

Accommodate the sensory needs of visitors to the expo, and connect with new and existing clients via the Sensory Zone. Host this specially designed area 12m x 4m that offers a space for visitors living with sensory processing impairments and those looking for a place to retreat to relax, unwind and adjust to the sights and sounds of the DAL Expo within Jubilee Pavilion.

DanceAbility

Benefit from the immense popularity of the “DanceAbilty” stage and support capacity building for our talented performing artists living with a disability. The zone will be promoted as ”DanceAbility” presented by ‘your name’. This event in 2022 was a hit with visitors to the event, provided valuable exposure to the talents of the performers and by far the most popular feature of the event.

Technology Zone

This is a unique exhibition space, the perfect opportunity to display equipment or prepare as a consultation suite. An area 28sqm that extends from booth #82 within Jubilee Pavilion, will suit an Exhibitor that is looking for specific display needs and a closer connection with potential clients.

Adaptive Sports Zone

If your business is involved with providing sporting options to those living with a disability, this activation zone is a sports arena prepared to showcase the various adaptive sports options that are available in SA. Supported by the team at One Culture Support Services, visitors are encouraged to come along and give each sports option a try. Providing opportunities for community engagement, capacity building and life long friendships.

Coffee Cart

Your brand will be held in the hands of thousands of visitors and exhibitors on the coffee cups served from Baristas wearing aprons bearing your logo, at the 4 Cafe locations over the 2 days of the event. A unique opportunity to engage with attendees and sector providers in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your brand and make a lasting impression at this important disability and ageing sector exhibition

The 2022 #MyLifeChoices DAL Expo was the biggest ever day out … but
its going to get even BIGGER  in 2023!

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Pre-register your interest in exhibiting for the 2024 DAL Expo

To register as an exhibitor, simply complete the registration process and select the booth space that best fits your needs and budget. Exhibitors can also take advantage of sponsorship opportunities to further increase their visibility and impact at the expo.

Register here to be included in the mail out announcing this event.

Expo office enquiries: (08) 8168 8702

2022 DAL Expo
Event Report

The Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo 2022 was a resounding success, drawing attendees and exhibitors from across the industry. The event offered a wide range of products, services, and technologies designed to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities and older adults. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the latest innovations and connect with industry leaders, while exhibitors gained valuable exposure and made meaningful connections with potential customers. The expo provided a valuable platform for showcasing the best of the disability and aging industries, promoting collaboration and innovation, and driving progress towards a more inclusive and accessible society.

2022 DAL Expo
Event Report

The Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo 2022 was a resounding success, drawing attendees and exhibitors from across the industry. The event offered a wide range of products, services, and technologies designed to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities and older adults. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the latest innovations and connect with industry leaders, while exhibitors gained valuable exposure and made meaningful connections with potential customers. The expo provided a valuable platform for showcasing the best of the disability and aging industries, promoting collaboration and innovation, and driving progress towards a more inclusive and accessible society.

Exhibitor and visitor feedback from the 2023 expo ……

The disney characters visiting our booth were amazing.

 

S.Saidi

Fantastic two days and lots of great connections with the community.

 

C.Coggins

Thank you for another successful event.

 

K.Dryburgh

Stage performances were great, lots of interactive stall holders and petting zoo.

 

T.Watson

This expo has been a great first time experience for us and we are looking forward to doing it next year.

 

J.Datson

Variety of exhibitors which attracts a broad spectrum of the community.

M.Smith

Great Expo, the staff were so lovely and wonderful to work with.

M.Massey

Great vibe, good range of exhibitors and lots of attendees.

J.Erlandsen

Very good support from Catalyst staff, they really took an interest in exhibitors.

N.Rossi

Great expo and very well organised, will definitely come again next year.

L.Pitts

#MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing and Lifestyle Expo is a social initiative by Catalyst Foundation.