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About the New York American International Toy Fair 2006 From Toy Industry Association:
"American International TOY FAIR™ is the largest toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere. More than 1,500 manufacturers, distributors, importers and sales agents from 30 countries showcase their toy and entertainment products. From classic toys to interactive entertainment and everything in between, we have it all! Products include: action figures and dolls, games and puzzles, bicycles, tricycles and ride-ons, radio-controlled vehicles, infant and preschool toys, cars, trucks and trains, puppets and plush, audio and video cassettes, computer software and video games, playground and sporting equipment, Halloween, Christmas, books, stationery, party supplies, and much more!"
Venue and Timings: The show is on February 12-15, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m on Sunday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday and Tuesday and on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m at the New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
For More Details: The Toy Industry Association's website has the complete information about the Toy Fair 2006.
JACOB K. JAVITS CONVENTION CENTER
On-site registration opens Sunday, Feb. 12
Exhibits open Sunday, Feb. 12-Wednesday, Feb. 15
11th Avenue between W. 34th & W. 39th Streets
325,000 net square feet of exhibits! General exhibits, plus special feature sections:
Collectibles: One-of-a-kind doll artists, handmade teddy bears, collectible dolls, finely crafted miniatures.
e@play: Electronic, educational, edutainment toys, games & software. NEW!
Game Zone: Board games, card games, puzzles, and brainteasers.
HobbyTech: (formerly Model & Hobby Pavilion) Model and hobby products, diecast and radio-controlled vehicles, model trains, boats, planes, cars, etc.
International Pavilions: Discuss your import-export needs with exhibitors from China, Hong Kong, Spain, and Thailand. In addition to the International Pavilion, you'll find hundreds of individual exhibiting companies from over 30 countries throughout the TOY FAIR exhibit halls
Reading, Writing and Rhythm: Children’s books and music; instruments and recordings.
Specialty Source: Unique, high-quality product lines that promote healthy play and educational content. Supported by the American Specialty Retailing Association (ASTRA).
Sweet Spot: Candy-themed products; candy-related novelty items
Urban Bazaar: Indie Art Toys: Collectibles with a pop-culture/designer spin. NEW!
TOY DISTRICT SHOWROOMS
Some showroom exhibitors may require appointments. Please check with showroom exhibitors for their exact admission policies and schedules.
Locations include:
200 Fifth Avenue between 23rd & 24th Streets
1107 Broadway at 24th Street
230 Fifth Avenue between 26th & 27th Streets
1115 Broadway at 25th Street
Other showroom locations throughout New York City
The Toy Fair showcases a large number of Toy Manufacturers and Distributors. For information on some of them, you can look up the Toy Directory's Toy Fair Preview.
