Show Location
Cobb Convention Center
2 Galleria Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30339
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Hotels
AJS DOES NOT work with any third-party housing companies. Please beware of any hotel solicitation emails. You can always find the hotel information on this page or on the AJS website.
Renaissance Atlanta Waverly
Phone: (888) 391-8724
The Renaissance Waverly Hotel is the host hotel and is conveniently attached to the Cobb Convention Center
Click here to book your room for $189 per night
THE LAST DAY TO BOOK THIS DISCOUNTED RATE is
WEDNESDAY, August 5, 2026
Cancellations at the Waverly?
Alternate Hotels: If you are unable to book a room at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel, we encourage you to book rooms directly with the hotel of your choice in the Galleria area.
Tips: We do not recommend using a third-party travel site to book hotel reservations. There are multiple events happening in the Convention area, and rooms will become more difficult to secure in the weeks to come.
Airport (ATL)
Ground Transportation
- Ground Transportation
The most convenient transportation from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to the Cobb Convention Center and the surrounding area is by taxi or ride-share companies Uber and Lyft. - Ride Share Pickup Locations
- Hotel Shuttle Services
Directions
Cobb Convention Center Address:
2 Galleria Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30339
Cobb Convention Center is located in prestigious Northwest Atlanta at the intersection of I-75 and I-285, just 25 minutes from Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport, and minutes from downtown and Buckhead. With its unparalleled location, the Center offers direct interstate access, providing a smooth entrance for convention and tradeshow attendees.
If Traveling Northbound on I-75 (or coming from Atlanta Airport):
If traveling north or south on I-75 take Exit 258/Cumberland Boulevard. Go west on Cumberland Boulevard and proceed to Cobb Parkway/US 41. Turn right on Cobb Parkway and go 7/10ths of a mile to Galleria Drive. Turn right onto Galleria Drive and right again into the Cobb Galleria Centre parking deck.
North/East Directions from I-285:
If traveling north or east on I-285 take Exit 19/Cobb Parkway/US 41. Turn right onto Cobb Parkway and move into the left -hand turning lane. Turn left onto Galleria Drive and right into the Cobb Galleria Centre parking deck.
South/West Directions from I-285 (Stone Mountain/Athens):
If traveling south or west on I-285 take Exit 20/Cobb Parkway/US 41. Turn left onto Cobb Parkway and go under I-285. Make a left hand turn at the second traffic light onto Galleria Drive and turn right into the Cobb Galleria Centre parking deck.
Click here for an interactive map of the Cobb Convention Center.
Local Area & Happenings
Check the Cobb Travel & Tourism website for local resources for everything you need to plan your visit!
Parking
PARKING IS $10 PER DAY. Gate kiosks only accept credit or debit cards.
The Cobb Convention Center is dedicated to ensuring that our guests have accessible and safe parking. During construction at the convention center, only 2 decks are available, the Green Deck and Blue Deck. Parking is $10 daily.* No in-and-out privileges.
- Parking may be purchased in advance on most event days.
- We recommend the Blue Deck as it is located directly across Galleria Drive and easiest to navigate during construction. This parking deck has an underground tunnel on the 2nd level with direct access to the front entrance of convention center. Use this tunnel in order to avoid traffic while crossing the street and also to protect yourself from inclement weather.
- Payment is by debit or credit card only. NO CASH is accepted.
- Multi-day and in-and-out passes are available for select events and can only be purchased in advance online.
- Parking at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel (next to the convention center) and the Galleria Office Towers is a $15 daily rate for AJS buyers and exhibitors.
- Convention center parking is not permitted at Cumberland Mall or Akers Mill Square. Violators are subject to towing (and they mean it!)
- Overnight parking is ONLY permitted for guests of the Cobb Convention Center and Renaissance Waverly Hotel. All others are subject to towing.
- Parking is managed by Laz Parking. Questions or need assistance? Call 470.277.2495.
- *On Truist Park event days, special event rates will apply and will be posted on site. Customers attending events at Cobb Convention Center will receive a validation to reduce the parking fee to $10.
Move-in/Move-Out
If you will be hand-carrying material to your booth:
- Cobb Convention Center has five points of entry, which are restricted to certain types of move-in/move-out.
- Exhibitors must use the back loading dock via Galleria Parkway or Hall D roll-up doors at the east entrance.
Please note that off-loading in front of the doors in either location is prohibited (especially during construction.)
Loading Dock Check-in:
- On move-in day, Friday, August 21, there will be security at the top and bottom of the dock entrance to direct you on where to go. Please have your ID ready.
- You will be greeted by an AJS staff member on the docks and issued your exhibitor badge. You will then be able to enter the hall to drop material at your booth, then return to move your car to the parking lot. Dock access is limited to 15-minutes per car.
Advertising & Sponsorships
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Explore a diverse range
of print, digital, and social media opportunities tailored to your needs.
Additionally, we offer customized sponsorships for on-site and social events.
Contact Marketing for additional information.
You can now browse and pay for your marketing and sponsorships directly!
Click here to access our Member Site
Or download the PDF, and browse from there:
Click Here to Download the Advertising & Sponsorships Kit!
Reminder: Deadline for Print Ads & Shepard Graphics – July 20, 2026
On-Site "Show Place" Display
Show Place is Changing!
Place your product where retailers are actively seeking inspiration! Three featured pieces from your collection will be beautifully integrated into the window and floor displays of our new "Store of Tomorrow" exhibit—a fully realized model store showcasing the future of jewelry retail, from innovative merchandising and furnishings to cutting-edge technology. This immersive, high-traffic environment naturally draws buyers who are eager to discover new ideas for their own businesses. Each placement includes dedicated signage with your company name and booth number, turning inspired attendees into direct traffic for your booth.
3-Piece Product Display: $400
Gallery Booth Packages include this option as part of the booth package
Click Here to Reserve Your Show Place Spot!
Buyer Lunch and Drink Tickets
Treat your customers to a complimentary lunch at the ever-popular BUYER LUNCH in the show floor Cafe.
Buyer lunch tickets are a great opportunity for exhibitors to provide a meaningful giveaway to attendees. Inspire action, emotion, and loyalty for your brand - not just another trinket with a logo on it. The need for brands to form a personal connection with customers has never been higher, so purchase BUYER LUNCH TICKETS now and show your buyers you know what is important to them!
The price of the buffet lunch has increased to $20 per person. AJS is subsidizing $10 for each buyer who visits the lunch buffet. Be the HERO and make sure your best customers enjoy a delicious FREE lunch on you!
COST: $100 Per Package of 10 Buyer Lunch Tickets
*These tickets are only available for Buyers. Vendors will not be able to use these tickets to pay for vendor lunches. Badges will be checked and scanned at the lunch check-in desk. Tickets can be picked up at the AJS Hub booth on the show floor or at Registration.
ADDITIONAL PURCHASE OPTIONS:
Pre-Show Orders: Packages can be purchased by completing the Lunch Ticket Order form below. You will receive a separate invoice for your order.
Click Here to Buy Lunch Tickets!
NEW!
You can also buy 10-packs of drink tickets, good at the Plaza Bar. Providing a drink (soft drink or alcoholic) is a simple, personal way to build immediate goodwill, show appreciation, and strengthen your relationships with key buyers.
RetailFUSION
Friday, August 21
RetailFusion is designed for independent jewelers and teams who want practical, immediately usable skills that strengthen every part of the store. Sessions focus on merchandising, sales, customer experience, digital and traditional marketing, inventory management, pricing, leadership, and strategy. Each workshop is grounded in real store challenges and clear takeaways you can apply as soon as you return home. Whether you are an owner, manager, or key team member, RetailFusion helps you grow your store with confidence.
BenchFUSION
Saturday & Sunday, August 22-23
BenchFusion is the only event in the country built specifically for bench jewelers, CAD designers, trade shops, and small studios. It brings together respected makers and technical experts who share advanced techniques, updated approaches, and smart solutions for today’s bench. Silent headsets allow jewelers to tune in to the demonstrations they value most. The two-day format creates space for hands-on learning, meaningful conversations, and community building among people who share the same love for the craft. BenchFusion is where working jewelers refine their skills and strengthen their professional identity.
FutureFUSION
Saturday & Sunday, August 22-23
FutureFusion (formerly Kids Camp) introduces young people to the core skills and creative problem-solving that sit at the heart of jewelry making. This two-day program offers two tracks: Explorers (ages 7 to 11) and Makers (ages 12 to 17).
Both groups learn serious bench fundamentals through hands-on, age-appropriate instruction. Older participants also explore the business side of jewelry. Designed by jewelry educator Mindy Spritz and a team of expert instructors, FutureFusion gives the next generation a true understanding of the craft. We renamed this program to highlight its focus on skill building, creativity, and early professional discovery.