2011 Top 250 Cdn Trade Shows

For a complete 2011 TSNN Top 50 Canadian Trade Show List please contact Joyce Crisp at jcrisp@tarsus.com 262-782-1900.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
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Pack Expo Las Vegas/CPP Expo Innovations for more than 40 vertical markets. Integrated solutions-processing and packaging-for foods, beverages and confectionery, plus pharmaceutical, personal care and consumer packaged goods of all kinds.
Organizer: Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute
# Exhibitors:1,663
# Attendees:26,084
09/26/2011 to 09/28/2011
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 627,853
25
High Point Market - Apr. Each Spring and Fall, more than 70,000 industry professionals flock to Market Week to experience a feast of form, function and fashion for the home; plug in to the latest consumer trends; see tens of thousands of new product debuts; network with colleagues and peers; and find innovative ideas for building their businesses.
Organizer: High Point Market Authority
# Exhibitors:2,000
# Attendees:76,321
04/02/2011 to 04/07/2011
High Point Market High Point
NSF: 582,784
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High Point Market - Oct. Each Spring and Fall, more than 70,000 industry professionals flock to Market Week to experience a feast of form, function and fashion for the home; plug in to the latest consumer trends; see tens of thousands of new product debuts; network with colleagues and peers; and find innovative ideas for building their businesses.
Organizer: High Point Market Authority
# Exhibitors:2,000
# Attendees:76,321
10/22/2011 to 10/27/2011
High Point Market High Point
NSF: 582,784
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FASHION COTERIE/SOLE COMMERCE - Feb. Fashion Coterie, known for its handpicked designers comprised of both established names and the young avant garde of fashion is a culmination of fashion RTW and accessories. Collections shown are priced from better to designer.
Organizer: ENK International Inc.
# Exhibitors:1,423
# Attendees:21,523
02/20/2011 to 02/22/2011
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 550,000
28
FASHION COTERIE/SOLE COMMERCE - Sept. Fashion Coterie, known for its handpicked designers comprised of both established names and the young avant garde of fashion is a culmination of fashion RTW and accessories. Collections shown are priced from better to designer.
Organizer: ENK International Inc.
# Exhibitors:1,400
# Attendees:22,000
09/19/2011 to 09/20/2011
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 550,000
30
New York International Gift Fair - Summer 2011 NYIGF is the nation's premier gift, home and lifestyle marketplace, with 2,800+ exhibiting companies featuring an extraordinary breadth and depth of design-driven home fashion products and complementary giftware.
Organizer: George Little Management - White Plains
# Exhibitors:2,800
# Attendees:33,000
08/13/2011 to 08/18/2011
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 544,300
31
New York International Gift Fair - Winter 2011 NYIGF is the nation's premier gift, home and lifestyle marketplace, with 2,800+ exhibiting companies featuring an extraordinary breadth and depth of design-driven home fashion products and complementary giftware.
Organizer: George Little Management - White Plains
# Exhibitors:2,800
# Attendees:35,000
01/29/2011 to 02/03/2011
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 534,125
41
IAAPA Attractions Expo 2011 IAAPA Attractions Expo is the largest conference and trade show in the world for the attractions industry. Participants buy and sell the latest products and services for the attractions market, access more than 100 education sessions led by the industry's leading experts, build a valuable network of industry professionals, and take part in behind-the-scenes tours and events at world-class facilities. Owners, executives, managers, and young professionals from nearly 6,500 attractions including theme and amusement parks, waterparks, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, museums, science centers, resorts, and casinos participate in the show. More than 1,100 exhibitors showcase innovative products and services for the attractions industry including theme park rides, show and event production services, food and beverage products and services, consultancy services, design services, ticketing systems and services, information technology systems, and more than 90 additional product categories. More than 100 education sessions and unique daily networking opportunities.
Organizer: International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions (IAAPA)
# Exhibitors:1,106
# Attendees:16,463
11/14/2011 to 11/18/2011
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 477,424
45
HIMSS Annual Conference & Exhibition HIMSS is a cause-based, not-for-profit organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare.
Organizer: Healthcare Information & Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
# Exhibitors:1,032
# Attendees:14,715
02/20/2011 to 02/24/2011
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 441,500
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Oregon Logging Conference & Equipment Show With several millions of dollars in equipment displayed by more than 300 exhibitors, the Oregon Logging Conference continues as one of the largest static equipment exhibition North America.
Organizer: Oregon Logging Conference (OLC)
# Exhibitors:230
# Attendees:4,000
02/25/2011 to 02/27/2011
Lane County Events Center Eugene
NSF: 390,000
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact