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
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HIMSS19 Health information and technology event of the year, where professionals throughout the global health ecosystem connect for the education, innovation and collaboration they need to re-imagine health and wellness for everyone, everywhere.
Organizer: Healthcare Information & Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
# Exhibitors: 1,328
# Attendees: 17,655
02/11/2019 to 02/15/2019
Orange County Convention Center
NSF: 606,750
22
International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE)

The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is an integrated tradeshow sponsored by U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, North American Meat Institute and American Feed Industry Association. Held annually in Atlanta, Ga, IPPE attracts attendees from across the globe involved in the production and processing of meat, poultry, egg and animal feed products. Exhibitors showcase their latest technology in equipment, services and supplies to supply protein products that feeds the world. 25% of the attendees are International and represent industries from more than 130 countries. 2019 IPPE set records in # exhibitors, net square footage, overall attendance and international attendees.

Organizer: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, American Feed Industry Association and North American Meat Institute
# Exhibitors: 1,426
# Attendees: 32,655*
02/12/2019 to 02/14/2019
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 594,052
23
IAAPA Expo

IAAPA Expo is the premier conference and trade show for the global attractions industry, including amusement and theme parks, where visitors spend $45.2 billion around the world. International leaders, decision makers, and visionaries within the global attractions industry come to Expo to see the latest innovations, learn from each other, network, and plan for the future.

Organizer: International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions (IAAPA)
# Exhibitors: 1,144
# Attendees: 27,900
11/18/2019 to 11/22/2019
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 589,600
24
Natural Products Expo West Natural Products Expo West/Engredea is the premier trade show for the healthy products and ingredients industry. Co-located with Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace, these combined events showcase the entire value chain of healthy products from start to finish, identifying the bestsellers of today and the trends of tomorrow. Natural Products Expo West/Engredea is ranked as one of the top 50 shows in the US and one of the fastest 50 growing tradeshows in the US and Canada.
Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 3,697
# Attendees: 52,120
03/06/2019 to 03/10/2019
Anaheim Convention Center
NSF: 583,696
25
Offshore Technology Conference The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters. Celebrating 50 years since 1969, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually at NRG Park (formerly Reliant Park) in Houston. OTC has expanded technically and globally with the Arctic Technology Conference, OTC Brasil, and OTC Asia.OTC is sponsored by 13 industry organizations and societies, who work cooperatively to develop the technical program. OTC also has endorsing and supporting organizations.
Organizer: Offshore Technology Conference
# Exhibitors: 2,325
# Attendees: 35,968
05/06/2019 to 05/09/2019
NRG Park
NSF: 564,840
26
National Hardware Show The National Hardware Show® (NHS) celebrates a rich history spanning 75 years of serving the home improvement marketplace. From its early beginnings in New York during the post-World War 2 housing boom and eventual move to Chicago in the 1970s, to today's current location in Las Vegas, NHS continually evolves through the industry's involvement, commitment and passion to improving quality of life through their homes and beyond. Today, NHS is the place for global manufacturers, associations, organizations and the media to get an unfiltered view of the industry, hands-on experiences, and access to the latest innovations and retail trends to enhance their business.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors: 2,654
# Attendees: 11,125
05/07/2019 to 05/09/2019
Las Vegas Convention Center
NSF: 556,000
27
AAPEX AAPEX represents the $356 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. Exhibitors are represented by the manufacturers and suppliers of automotive parts, including products and services purchased for light- and heavy-duty vehicles after the original sale, such as replacement parts, accessories, lubricants, appearance products and service repairs, as well as the tools and equipment necessary to make the repair. Attendees are represented by wholesalers, warehouse distributors, jobbers, retailers, independent service providers, technicians, parts stores, manufacturers representatives, exporters, importers and packagers from the U.S. and 149 countries.
Organizer: William T. Glasgow Inc.
# Exhibitors: 2,545
# Attendees: 70,256
11/05/2019 to 11/07/2019
Sands Expo & Convention Center
NSF: 542,800
28
InfoComm InfoComm is the largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America, with thousands of products for audio, unified communications and collaboration, display, video, control, digital signage, home automation, security, VR, and live events.
Organizer: AVIXA - The Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association
# Exhibitors: 927
# Attendees: 43,230*
06/12/2019 to 06/14/2019
Orange County Convention Center
NSF: 524,339
29
FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) FDIC International offers 35,000+ Fire & Rescue professionals from 65+ countries around the world, quality world-class instructors, classrooms, workshops, H.O.T. evolutions and the most innovative products and services available to the industry displayed by over 800 exhibiting companies. The FDIC Experience is more than your traditional trade show it’s about the learning and sharing with your peers formally and informally through hallway conversations, developing life-long friendships and recharging your passion for the industry.
Organizer: Clarion Events
# Exhibitors: 784
# Attendees: 29,741
04/08/2019 to 04/13/2019
Indiana Convention Center
NSF: 499,175
30
International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Expo - AHR Expo As the largest and most comprehensive HVACR exposition in the world, the AHR Expo attracts tens of thousands of attendees from all facets of the industry, including contractors, engineers, dealers, distributors, wholesalers, OEMs, architects, builders, industrial plant operators, facility owners and managers, agents and reps.
Organizer: International Exposition Company (IEC)
# Exhibitors: 1,824
# Attendees: 27,047
01/14/2019 to 01/16/2019
Georgia World Congress Center
NSF: 493,120
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