2019 TOP Trade Shows List

The 2019 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2019 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
101
Golf Industry Show The Golf Industry Show is an innovative trade show designed for the owners/operators of golf facilities and the professional members of the golf course industry. The event combines education, networking and solutions for golf course superintendents, owners, operators, architects, builders, equipment managers, appraisers and others.
Organizer: Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
# Exhibitors: 511
# Attendees: 6,200
02/02/2019 to 02/07/2019
San Diego Convention Center
NSF: 172,200
102
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: 371
# Attendees: 5,354
01/30/2019 to 02/01/2019
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
NSF: 171,551
103
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: 662
# Attendees: 21,322
02/21/2019 to 02/23/2019
McCormick Place
NSF: 170,780
104
The Car Wash Show The Car Wash Show brings together leaders, innovators and decision makers of the professional car wash and fast lube industries. The show helps build businesses by connecting operators and vendors, highlighting new products and innovations in the industry and providing impactful education for all levels in the carwash industry.
Organizer: International Carwash Association
# Exhibitors: 402
# Attendees: 6,946
03/13/2019 to 03/15/2019
Music City Center
NSF: 167,900
105
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 50th year and our 40th consecutive in Baltimore in January 2020. 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: 968
# Attendees: 8,094
01/09/2019 to 01/11/2019
Baltimore Convention Center
NSF: 166,000
106
BIO International Convention As the largest global event for the biotechnology industry, the BIO International Contention attracts the biggest names in biotech, offers key networking and partnering opportunities, and provides insights and inspiration on the major trends affecting the industry. The event features keynotes and sessions from key policymakers, scientists, CEOs, and celebrities. The Convention also features the BIO Business Forum (One-on-One Partnering) and the world's largest biotechnology exhibition - the BIO Exhibition.
Organizer: Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO)
# Exhibitors: 1,800
# Attendees: 13,241
06/03/2019 to 06/06/2019
Pennsylvania Convention Center
NSF: 160,000
107
Vision Expo West Vision Expo West in Las Vegas is a trade-only conference and exhibition for eyecare and eyewear presented by co-owners Reed Exhibitions and The Vision Council. Vision Expo is the complete event for ophthalmic professionals, where eyecare meets eyewear, and education, fashion and innovation mingle. In the Vision Expo Exhibit Hall, eyecare providers can discover trends, interact with new technologies and access innovative products and services. The Vision Expo education program is driven by the profession, offering content of the highest quality and relevance to enhance overall patient care.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors: 415
# Attendees: 12,030
09/18/2019 to 09/21/2019
Sands Expo & Convention Center
NSF: 159,682
108
AIA Conference on Architecture 2019 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)/Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 599
# Attendees: 12,824*
06/06/2019 to 06/08/2019
Las Vegas Convention Center
NSF: 159,150
109
POWERGEN International POWERGEN International exhibition and summit serves as a business and networking hub for electricity generators, utilities and solution-providers engaged in any or all of the multiple cross-sections of power generation. The exhibit hall provides an interactive experience that can be personalized to connect attendees with the latest technology and innovations in the conventional and renewable electricity generation markets from around the world. The summit and knowledge hubs deliver transformative content including disruption caused by the emergence of renewable and decentralized power, niche technologies and the latest in policy and economic trends.
Organizer: Clarion Events
# Exhibitors: 737
# Attendees: 5,410
11/19/2019 to 11/21/2019
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
NSF: 159,057
110
SC: High Performance Computing The SC: High Performance exhibit hall showcases the latest high performance computing, networking, storage and analysis products and innovations.
Organizer: Hall-Erickson, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 371
# Attendees: 13,922
11/16/2019 to 11/19/2019
Georgia World Congress Center
NSF: 154,000
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