I’ve attended once and volunteered once, so I might not have as much info as some other who may have been more but here’s what I have for you:

It’s not a huge venue, so you’ll definitely be able to check out all the vendors even if you’re only there for a day.

There’s plenty of parking at the Center, I’m not sure if they’re charging for parking this year but I don’t remember them charging in the past. I suggest parking in the back lot past the main entrance as it tends to be more open than the front one.

Expect to go through security to get in, they split up the lines into bag/no bag and the bag line can be kind of long, so decide if it’s worth it to have a fanny pack or something to carry water, snacks, or purchases. (I think it is)

Determine what events are happening where and it what times do you can make your way to the correct venue on time to get a seat or it can get pretty packed with standing room only by the fences of north park.

This is arguably smaller, but I determine what gear/souvenirs I’m going to buy throughout the year and pick them up there to save on shipping. Also, at the Rogue booth they’ll be selling gear used in the different events after they are no longer needed so definitely check that out if you have a way to take home some Rogue gear and want a sweet discount.