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
91
ICSC New York Deal Making

New York Deal Making is a one-stop for education, networking and deal making. This two-day event provides opportunities to gain information about the most current industry issues, and meet and make deals with colleagues doing business around the world.

Organizer: International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
# Exhibitors: 497
# Attendees: 9,500
12/10/2019 to 12/12/2019
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 197,500
92
I/ITSEC 2019 (Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation & Education Conference) The annual Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) showcases simulation, education, modeling and training technology for the exchange of information among industry, the military, and the educational communities.
Organizer: National Training & Simulation Association (NTSA)
# Exhibitors: 550
# Attendees: 10,500
12/02/2019 to 12/06/2019
Orange County Convention Center
NSF: 191,800
93
MRO Americas 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: 886
# Attendees: 15,049*
04/09/2019 to 04/11/2019
Georgia World Congress Center
NSF: 191,250
94
The International WorkBoat Show The International WorkBoat Show is the largest North American event serving the commercial vessel market. With nearly 1000 exhibitors the show offers a diversity that attracts vessel owner/operators from every commercial market sector as well as the boat builders/shipyards and support companies that service the vessel owners.
Organizer: Diversified Communications
# Exhibitors: 932
# Attendees: 6,820
12/04/2019 to 12/06/2019
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
NSF: 190,640
95
OFC (Optical Fiber Communications Conference & Exhibition) The Optical Fiber Conference and Exhibition (OFC) is the largest global conference and exhibition for optical communications and networking professionals. For more than 40 years, OFC has drawn attendees from all corners of the globe to meet and greet, teach and learn, make connections and move business forward.
Organizer: OSA, IEEE Photonics Society, IEEE Comsoc
# Exhibitors: 683
# Attendees: 9,541
03/03/2019 to 03/07/2019
San Diego Convention Center
NSF: 189,607
96
Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology The American Academy of Dermatology’s Annual Meeting features world-renowned leaders in the field of dermatology presenting the latest research in the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair and nail conditions.
Organizer: American Academy of Dermatology
# Exhibitors: 409
# Attendees: 18,436*
03/01/2019 to 03/05/2019
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
NSF: 189,300
97
GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo GlassBuild America is the gathering place for the entire glass, window and door industries in North America. Organized by the National Glass Association (NGA)/Window and Door Dealers Alliance (WDDA), which has produced meetings and trade shows for over 50 years, GlassBuild America offers a comprehensive and united audience. NGA has recently combined industry membership with Glass Association of North America, and has secured show partnerships with American Architectural Manufacturers Association and the Insulating Glass Manufactures Alliance to attract a variety of industry segments.
Organizer: National Glass Association (NGA)
# Exhibitors: 426
# Attendees: 8,277*
09/17/2019 to 09/19/2019
Georgia World Congress Center
NSF: 187,164
98
IACP Annual Conference and Exposition Since 1893, the IACP has been shaping the law enforcement profession. The IACP Annual Conference and Exposition has been the foundation, providing leaders with new strategies, techniques, and resources they need to successfully navigate the evolving policing environment.
Organizer: International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
# Exhibitors: 668
# Attendees: 12,980
10/26/2019 to 10/29/2019
McCormick Place
NSF: 185,400
99
Cultivate'19 Cultivate, presented by AmericanHort, is the largest horticultural trade show in North America. Hosted every July in Columbus, Ohio, it is recognized as the premier educational and trade show event for horticultural professionals around the world.
Organizer: AmericanHort
# Exhibitors: 674
# Attendees: 10,407
07/13/2019 to 07/16/2019
Greater Columbus Convention Center
NSF: 184,675
100
EDS EDS is for manufacturers of passive electro-mechanical components to meet with their distributors and representatives.
Organizer: Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA), Electronics Representatives Association (ERA), Global Electronics Distributors Association (GEDA)
# Exhibitors: 273
# Attendees: 1,565
05/07/2019 to 05/10/2019
Mirage Casino-Hotel
NSF: 175,000
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