2018 TOP 250 US TRADE SHOWS

The 2018 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2018 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

* Professional attendee figure includes exhibit personnel

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
181
The ASSEMBLY Show

ASSEMBLY Magazine is proud to produce The ASSEMBLY Show, the only event to focus exclusively on assembly technology, equipment and products. At The ASSEMBLY Show, manufacturing suppliers, buyers and users of assembly equipment will come together to connect, learn, share and explore all things “assembly”. Covering the latest technological advances in custom automated assembly systems, robotics, screwdriving, adhesives, dispensing, plastics assembly, presses, conveyors, fasteners, packaging, workstations, welding, vision systems, and much more this is the event to see fully functioning equipment hands-on and find solutions to current work challenges.

Organizer: BNP Media
# Exhibitors: 309
# Attendees: 6,651
10/23/2018 to 10/25/2018
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont
NSF: 84,600
182
IWCE (International Wireless Communications Expo)

Since 1977, the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has been the authoritative annual event for communications technology professionals in the working world. IWCE features over 350 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and trends in the industry. Over 7,000 technology buyers attend from a diverse group of industry professionals including government/military; public safety (law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical & 911); utility; transportation and business enterprise.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 410
# Attendees: 3,937
03/05/2018 to 03/09/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 84,250
183
Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention

Entering its 35th year, the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention is the premier event for the Indian Gaming industry as well as the figurative heartbeat of Native American success. This is the largest gathering of tribal leaders and casino executives in the country - the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention is both the meeting place where the community gathers to learn, network and exchange industry-specific ideas and a cultural celebration of success, strength and self-reliance.

Organizer: National Indian Gaming Association
# Exhibitors: 387
# Attendees: 4,750
04/17/2018 to 04/20/2018
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 82,100
184
PACK EXPO East 2018

PACK EXPO East delivers cutting-edge packaging innovations to the doorstep of consumer packaged goods manufacturers located in the eastern United States. This biennial event unites suppliers with manufacturers and provides a valuable opportunity to address changing market demands and build business connections in a key region, home to one third of the nation’s CPGcompanies.

Organizer: PMMI: The Association for Packing and Processing Technologies
# Exhibitors: 373
# Attendees: 6,063
04/14/2018 to 04/18/2018
Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia
NSF: 80,159
185
ASI Show Dallas

Show for the promotional product industry - the first opportunity in the Southwest to make connections and grow their business. The ASI Show incorporates one full day of education along with two exhibit days, and a host of networking events, including the ever popular ASI Show Bash.

Organizer: ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors: 387
# Attendees: 2,955
01/24/2018 to 01/26/2018
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 78,400
186
DIA Annual Meeting

The DIA Annual Meeting is the largest multidisciplinary event that brings together a community of life sciences professionals at all levels and across all disciplines involved in the discovery, development, and life cycle management of medical products all with a common goal to foster innovation that will lead to the development of safe and effective medical products and therapies to patients.

Organizer: DIA/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 434
# Attendees: 4,702
06/24/2018 to 06/28/2018
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 77,880
187
ICSC Western Conference & Deal Making

ICSC's Western Conference & Deal Making unites owners, developers, retailers, brokers, lenders, municipalities, property asset managers, and product/service providers to exhibit and make deals while forming productive, profitable business partnerships.

Organizer: International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
# Exhibitors: 241
# Attendees: 3,900
10/08/2018 to 10/10/2018
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 75,000
188
Pacific Marine Expo

Pacific Marine Expo offers unparalleled access to the largest number of buyers and sellers for the diverse commercial marine industries of the entire North American Pacific Coast. PME maintains its position as the largest commercial marine event on the West Coast.

Organizer: Diversified Communications
# Exhibitors: 440
# Attendees: 5,467
11/18/2018 to 11/20/2018
CenturyLink Field Event Center Seattle
NSF: 74,924
189
Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) Minneapolis, Embedded Systems Conference (ESC) Minneapolis, MinnPack, Automation Technology Expo (ATX) Minneapolis, Design & Manufacturing Minneapolis, PLASTEC Minneapolis

Home to some of the largest medical device companies in the world, Minneapolis is among the nation’s premier hubs for medical device innovation and manufacturing. MD&M Minneapolis is the largest event serving this thriving industry, providing the region’s most comprehensive environment for industry leaders, decision makers and buyers to discover new products, services and technologies. Co-located with MD&M are four additional events which together represent the upper Midwest’s only annual event for suppliers and solutions across the breadth of the design, manufacturing and packaging value chain.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions
# Exhibitors: 515
# Attendees: 4,882
10/31/2018 to 11/01/2018
Minneapolis Convention Center Minneapolis
NSF: 72,900
190
KeHE Holiday Show

KeHE Distributors is an employee-owned sales and marketing specialty and ethnic foods distributor, servicing retail customers in all 50 states (except Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and parts of Central and South America. As proven leaders in market development, category management and trend setting innovations, KeHE delivers sales professionalism to customers both big and small, by providing extraordinary merchandising and distribution services that comprise of state-of-the-art warehousing and multi-temperature deliveries. The show is a trade show for companies who distribute their product through KeHE Distributors. This show focuses on selling products for the winter and holiday seasons with all product categories represented—including ethnic and multicultural, specialty and gourmet natural and organic, VMS and personal care, fresh, bulk, household cleaning supplies, and general merchandise. As always, the show encompasses new items, seasonal shippers, and other exciting offers. Attendees are retailers who purchase through KeHE Distributors.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 687
# Attendees: 1,085
06/13/2018 to 06/14/2018
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 72,600
Partner Voices
One of the most iconic names on the Las Vegas Strip just got an upgrade. Mandalay Bay has everything that your business needs from a refreshed convention space designed to inspire productivity and creativity, to an impressive selection of world-class restaurants and amenities. If you're looking for a venue that's both inviting and innovative, you have to be here. New Wave Experiences Mandalay Bay continues to invest in a new wave of enhancements both in the convention space and within the resort as a whole. New restaurant openings including Orla by Michael Mina, drawing inspiration from the award-winning chef’s childhood in Egypt and with flavors and décor inspired by the spices found in markets common to coastal Mediterranean towns, as well as Caramá by Wolfgang Puck, bringing the essence of Italy and spirit of Wolfgang into one concept, are recent additions. The Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas also experienced a recent remodel of all 424 rooms. Swingers, a high-end, adults-only golf and entertainment concept will debut in Fall 2024. Enhanced Technology Creating a truly effective conference venue requires careful thought into what a business needs: the right technology, capacity, and inspiration to bring ideas to the next level. As part of the resort’s refresh, Mandalay Bay implemented state-of-the-art technology upgrades, installing cutting-edge Cat6A Ethernet cabling throughout the convention center. This advancement doubles the frequency of data transmission, enabling lightning-fast speeds up to 9400% faster. The convention center now boasts 11 dynamic digital walls, spanning up to 24' x 13', strategically positioned for brand placements, sponsorships and targeted event messaging. Additionally, attendees can benefit from 20 double-sided 55" mobile flexible display units, facilitating effortless navigation to meeting rooms and events. RFID locks were installed on all meeting room doors, and over 200 motion detection cameras have been placed throughout the space. Refreshing New Design & Fine Art The newly remodeled convention space provides a bright and vibrant atmosphere that complements Mandalay Bay's tropical-inspired brand. Featuring white-washed walls and ceilings adorned with bold floral patterns in cerulean and coral tones, the space is complemented by warm walnut accent walls. In addition to the redesign of all pre-function spaces, meeting rooms and ballrooms, Mandalay Bay's 1 million square feet of exhibit space has undergone a rejuvenation, including new paint, covered pillars and relocated strobe lights. Sustainable Spectacles Mandalay Bay is committed to Focused on What Matters and creating more responsible meetings. Refillable water stations all available around the resort, cutting unnecessary plastic usage from single-use bottles. The Mandalay Bay campus’ recent upgrades represent a bold step forward in redefining the Las Vegas experience. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and unparalleled service, Mandalay Bay sets a new standard for excellence in business hospitality. Whether you're seeking cutting-edge conference facilities, world-class dining options, or simply a luxurious retreat, an unparalleled meeting experience awaits.