Floor Map
See the exhibit layout and search vendor table assignments.
Explore the Floor MapEMPIRE STATE PEN SHOW · NOVEMBER 7–8, 2026
Plan Your Visit.
Your guide to arrival, admission, the show, and Midtown.
YOUR SHOW WEEKEND, AT A GLANCE
2026 Event Guide
Download the show booklet with the floor map, vendor table assignments, and seminar information.
Download Event Guide (PDF)
From the hotel lobby to the show
Go up to the second floor
We recommend either of the two escalators, one on each side of the hotel lobby. You can also take the elevator in the center of the lobby to floor 2.
Find Rhinelander Gallery & Gramercy
Walk toward the second-floor lobby and look for Rhinelander Gallery & Gramercy. Our check-in tables will be on both sides of the entrance.
Join the correct check-in line
Already bought online? Look for the one or two designated Online Ticket Holders lines. Have your Ticket Tailor ticket ready on your phone or as a printout. If you need to buy admission, ask the check-in team where to queue.
Put on your wristband
You will receive a wristband after checking in. Keep it on your wrist throughout your visit so our team can see that you have checked in. Your wristband allows you to leave and re-enter freely during that day’s show hours—for restroom breaks, meals, or a little fresh air.
If you need help finding the elevator, the show entrance, or the correct line, ask hotel staff or our check-in team. For access questions before your visit, email info@espenshow.com.
Buying tickets at the door
Total admission is limited. Same-day tickets will be sold at the door only if they have not sold out online. Pay by card or cash. Buying online is the best way to secure your admission before traveling.
Saturday · In person$40 / person
Online: $30 + booking fees
Sunday · In person$30 / person
Online: $20 + booking fees
Save $10 on admission by buying online, before online booking fees. Two-day passes and seminar tickets are available online only. Seminar tickets are separate from show admission.
Compare TicketsKeep the show at your fingertips
Exhibitor List
Discover featured brands, makers, and the full vendor list.
Meet the ExhibitorsSeminars
Plan a workshop or creative session. Show admission and seminar tickets are sold separately; neither includes the other.
View SeminarsShow Hours & Travel
Saturday 10 am–6 pm; Sunday 10 am–5 pm. All times are Eastern. Find hotel, transit, and parking details before setting out.
A bite between discoveries
Keep your wristband on when you step out for food so you can return during the same day’s show hours.
INSIDE THE HOTEL
Herb N’ Kitchen & Lobby Lounge
Herb N’ Kitchen offers coffee, sandwiches, salads, and other quick bites. The Lobby Lounge is another option for light fare and a seated break without leaving the hotel.
Check Hilton dining optionsABOUT 5–10 MINUTES ON FOOT
Urban Hawker
135 West 50th Street. A Singapore-inspired food hall with a range of Southeast Asian dishes, including Hainanese chicken rice and noodles. A useful choice when your group wants different meals.
Explore Urban HawkerMake time for Midtown
These nearby stops work well before or after your pen show visit. If you plan to return to the show, check the closing time before heading out.
ABOUT 5 MINUTES ON FOOT
MoMA
11 West 53rd Street. Add modern and contemporary art to your weekend. Allow enough time to enjoy the galleries and check current tickets and opening hours before visiting.
Plan a MoMA visitABOUT 5–10 MINUTES ON FOOT
Rockefeller Center & Top of the Rock
Explore Rockefeller Center or book a skyline view at Top of the Rock. The observation deck’s main entrance is on 50th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. It requires a separate ticket.
Check Top of the Rock ticketsABOUT 10–15 MINUTES ON FOOT
Central Park
Walk north toward 59th Street for a change of pace. The south end of Central Park is a convenient place for a short outdoor stroll; leave extra time if you want to explore farther into the park.
Find Central Park visitor informationWalking times are approximate estimates from the hotel and vary by route, pace, and crossings. Check each venue’s website for current hours, menus, accessibility information, and booking requirements.
A few things to have ready
- Save your ticket on your phone or bring a printout before leaving for the hotel.
- Check the Floor Map and Exhibitor List to find the tables you want to visit.
- Wear comfortable shoes and leave time for check-in before a booked seminar.
- Keep your wristband on through meal and restroom breaks.
For accommodation and travel details, visit our Hotel page. For workshops, see the Seminars page.