Back in the day that included a huge liquidation sale where you could get cheap skis, boots. goggles etc, but that was shut down years ago. Expect Alpin Haus and Potter Brothers and other local shops to be there with mostly clothes. It can be a good place to score kids' gear, and sometimes you can find some equipment deals.
The last time I was there they were giving away lift tickets, and I traded 2 Whiteface for Windham passes. That girl acted like she won the lottery. Lift ticket giveaways seem to be a thing of the past everywhere now.
There's still the craft beer thing, but the convention center is a government building, so the "no fun" rule applies.
I'll stop by just to run into old friends, but I have low expectations for scoring swag.
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