2017 TOP US TRADE SHOWS

The 2017 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2017 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
111
Vision Expo West

Vision Expo West is the complete eyecare event – where what’s new and trends in fashion, education and innovation come together. Shop more than 5,000 fashion and luxury brands for an unforgettable buying experience. Enhance your skillset with more than 320 hours of education and 23 specialty tracks to deliver improved patient care and grow your business. Experience the latest industry advances in contact lenses, solutions, therapeutics and leading edge medical and diagnostic equipment. Finally, engage in essential learning and networking that extends past the classroom onto the show floor and beyond.

Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors: 458
# Attendees: 11,790
09/13/2017 to 09/16/2017
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 174,000
112
AIA Conference on Architecture 2017

The AIA Conference on Architecture is the nation’s premier event in the architecture and design industry. Architects and design professionals come from all over the US and abroad to network with fellow industry professionals, to receive the continuing education that is required for state licensure and association membership, and to see the latest product and service innovations.

Organizer: American Institute of Architects (AIA)
# Exhibitors: 680
# Attendees: 10,240
04/27/2017 to 04/29/2017
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 173,250
113
Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting

The Midwinter Meeting offers a comprehensive three day scientific program and commercial exhibition. The meeting is open to the profession which draws from over 65 countries. The exhibition is exclusive to companies which offer products directly related to the practice of dentistry as either clinical medicine or as a small business.

Organizer: Chicago Dental Society
# Exhibitors: 667
# Attendees: 21,149
02/23/2017 to 02/25/2017
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 171,000
114
IFPE

IFPE is the largest show in North America focused on new equipment and product innovations for the fluid power, motion control, and power transmission industry sectors. Held every three years in Las Vegas USA, IFPE is co-located with the CONEXPO-CON/AGG international construction industries show. IFPE is industry-run and supported, and the show floor features international and related-industry exhibit pavilions. 2017 was record-breaker for both exhibit space and number of exhibitors.

Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers
# Exhibitors: 494
# Attendees: 92,836
03/07/2017 to 03/11/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 169,850
115
IACP Annual Conference and Exposition

Every year, the IACP Annual Conference and Exposition delivers powerful advantages to law enforcement professionals, bringing together an unmatched educational program, renowned keynote speakers, community-building special events and the largest collection of tactical equipment and technology solutions available. Thousands of dedicated professionals from federal, state, county, local and tribal agencies converge at IACP to gain the intelligence, strategies and solutions for a safer society.

Organizer: International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
# Exhibitors: 618
# Attendees: 11,207
10/21/2017 to 10/24/2017
Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia
NSF: 168,750
116
AmericasMart® VOW | New World of Bridal

Bridal was bigger than ever in Atlanta with AmericasMart Apparel which presented the largest VOW | New World of Bridal® Market to date. Bolstered by an additional 70,000 square feet of exhibition space, the Market featured an expansive collection of trendsetting bridal gowns, shoes and accessories, plus styles for bridesmaids, mothers of the bride, flower girls, grooms, groomsmen and other social occasions. The September 2017 VOW Market was the first bridal Market for Atlanta Apparel’s new Floor 14 social occasion collection. As it opened to rave reviews at the 2017 WORLD OF PROM Market, the collection featured a must-see showcase of new showrooms and expanded spaces for longtime Market exhibitors. Across Atlanta Apparel’s three dedicated floors of social occasion product, leading lines took new spaces and expanded their footprints to accommodate the top bridal retailers the VOW Market attracts. Trend-driven temporary showcase THE COLLECTIVE featured more than 50 exhibitors showing a range of product including bridal gowns, shoes and accessories, social occasion looks and children’s formal attire, plus services and products for bridal retailers. Nearly 50 percent of the collection was new to the VOW Market. VOW also featured an unmatched bridal retail education series.

Organizer: AmericasMart® Atlanta
# Exhibitors: 123
# Attendees: 3,477
09/12/2017 to 09/14/2017
AmericasMart Atlanta Atlanta
NSF: 167,693
117
Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS)

MANTS, "The Masterpiece of Trade Shows" is a horticulture trade show serving all segments of the green industry, including landscape contractors, retailers, growers, arborists, architects, industry suppliers and more. We celebrate our 48th year and our 37th consecutive in Baltimore in January 2017. MANTS' focus is on commerce and is "just" a trade show; there are no educational sessions. Our attendees and exhibitors come annually because "MANTS means business....your business."

Organizer: Quercus Management
# Exhibitors: 952
# Attendees: 7,568
01/11/2017 to 01/13/2017
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 166,000
118
ABC Kids Expo

Largest juvenile products trade show in the Western Hemisphere dedicated to providing a forum for buyers and sellers of juvenile products to conduct profitable business.

Organizer: Schur Management & Consulting
# Exhibitors: 648
# Attendees: 3,007
10/17/2017 to 10/19/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 161,000
119
Aviation Week Network's MRO Americas Conference & Exhibition

MRO Americas is the premier event for the commercial air transport maintenance, repair and overhaul industry, designed for you by thought leaders and innovators from the leading and trusted brand in the aviation/aerospace industry – Aviation Week. MRO Americas provides a world class venue for all those involved in the MRO sector to exchange ideas and best practices, share experiences, debate issues and challenges and gather knowledge.

Organizer: Aviation Week Network
# Exhibitors: 850
# Attendees: 11,000
04/25/2017 to 04/27/2017
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 160,600
120
Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show

The Cattle Industry Convention is the oldest and largest convention for the cattle business.

Organizer: National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA)
# Exhibitors: 335
# Attendees: 7,049
02/01/2017 to 02/03/2017
Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center Nashville
NSF: 158,000
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