2016 Top 250 US Trade Shows

The 2016 TSNN Top 250 List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2016 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
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The International Surface Event: SURFACES | StonExpo/Marmomac | TileExpo The International Surface Event (TISE) is the largest North American event serving the floor covering, stone & tile industries. The International Surface Event is comprised of SURFACES, StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas and TileExpo. TISE brings together buyers and sellers from all over the world to see the newest products and technologies, hands-on demos, inspiring trends, key manufacturers, industry suppliers, along with unmatched education and networking.
Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:698
# Attendees:25,123
01/19/2016 to 01/22/2016
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 369,125
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PGA Merchandise Show The worldwide gathering place for the golf industry. The PGA Merchandise Show is the most meaningful rallying point of the year for golf and is the world’s doorway to the game’s future. PGA professionals and industry leaders form a dynamic community come to network and test the newest products, programs and ideas to build business and passion for the game.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors:929
# Attendees:27,737
01/26/2016 to 01/29/2016
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 365,600
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Summer Fancy Food Show Summer Fancy Food Show is the largest specialty food trade event in North America and the leading showcase of industry innovation, bringing specialty food's top manufacturers, buyers, and thought leaders together under one roof for three days of delectable discovery. The show feature more than 180,000 products, 25,000 buyers, and 2,500 exhibitors.
Organizer: Specialty Food Association
# Exhibitors:2,686
# Attendees:23,553
06/26/2016 to 06/28/2016
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 363,790
54
NADA/ATD Convention & Expo The NADA Convention & Expo is considered to be the Automotive Industry Event of the Year - bringing the entire automotive industry together including Automotive Manufacturers, Franchised New Car Dealers and their Managers, Allied Industry Representatives, and Industry Vendors for peer-to-peer networking, top-rated Educational Sessions and the Premier Marketplace of products, services, technologies and trends.
Organizer: National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)
# Exhibitors:633
# Attendees:15,557
03/31/2016 to 04/03/2016
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 353,250
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Performance Racing Industry Trade Show Over 1,200 companies will display the latest advances in racing products and race engineering. Engine parts, suspension components, data acquisition, safety gear, new metal alloys and coatings, machining equipment, race electronics—it’s all part of the world’s largest racing trade show.
Organizer: Performance Racing Industry
# Exhibitors:1,189
# Attendees:51,233
12/08/2016 to 12/10/2016
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 345,200
56
Premiere Orlando Premiere Orlando International Beauty Event is the beauty industry’s most important show delivering the education you need to succeed. With over 57,000 attendees representing all 50 states and 44 countries, Premiere Orlando is the hub of the beauty industry allowing professionals to connect, learn and network. Premiere Orlando advances beauty professionals’ careers offering complimentary classes showcasing premium education in hair, nails, dayspa and business.
Organizer: Premiere Show Group
# Exhibitors:847
# Attendees:57,551
06/05/2016 to 06/06/2016
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 327,500
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Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport Show (WWETT) The Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport Show (WWETT) is the world's largest annual trade show for wastewater and environmental service professionals. The event offers a 325,000sf expo floor that has come to be known as 'The Industry Marketplace', an unmatched educational program with onsite certification classes and CEUs offered from 38 state licensing organizations, an array of networking events, and live-action demonstrations on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:599
# Attendees:10,031
02/17/2016 to 02/20/2016
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 324,800
58
ASCO Annual Meeting

The ASCO Annual Meeting attracts over 5,000 abstract submissions representing the latest in clinical and translational science in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. This cutting-edge research helps set the standard for cancer care in the United States and around the world.

Organizer: American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)/Spargo, Inc.
# Exhibitors:446
# Attendees:31,900
06/03/2016 to 06/07/2016
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 323,670
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Global Pet Expo Global Pet Expo, ​the pet industry’s largest annual trade show, is presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA). The 201​6​ Show featured 1,0​87 exhibiting companies, 3,​218 booths and ​over 3,000 new product launches.​ ​Additionally, 6,​170 ​of the most qualified ​pet product buyers ​in the industry attended the Show, including an impressive number of international retailers. Global Pet Expo is open to independent retailers, distributors, mass-market buyers, a​s well as other qualified​ ​media and ​professionals.
Organizer: American Pet Products Association
# Exhibitors:1,087
# Attendees:6,170
03/16/2016 to 03/18/2016
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 321,800
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PPAI Expo Suppliers of promotional products, retail brand products, and decorating equipment exhibit to distributors and resellers of promotional products, incentive programs, and decorators.
Organizer: Promotional Products Association International (PPAI)
# Exhibitors:1,324
# Attendees:11,762
01/12/2016 to 01/14/2016
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 318,600
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