2014 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2014 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
179
International Roofing Expo

The International Roofing Expo brings all segments of the roofing construction and maintenance industry together for three days of face-to-face interaction, product review, education and networking.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:426
# Attendees:9,568
02/26/2014 to 02/28/2014
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 104,500
180
New England Grows!

New England Grows will be held during new dates, beginning this year on December 2-4, 2015. An annual event in Boston, to be held the week after Thanksgiving, New England Grows in renowned for its world-class education offering and innovative trend spotting. Founded in 1993, for the professional horticulturalist, the educational conference and exposition gives participants unique access to targeted, industry-specific products, information, education and connections. Attendees are primarily made up of landscape professionals, wholesale nursery growers, garden center owners, landscape designers and architects, lawn care professionals, arborists, groundskeepers, suppliers, students, and educators.

Organizer: New England Grows
# Exhibitors:515
# Attendees:8,983
02/05/2014 to 02/07/2014
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 103,400
181
Nursery/Landscape EXPO

Tradeshow for the horticulture industry serving all aspects of the industry including all plant materials from greenhouse to trees of all sizes. Also includes all hardline/hardscape products that assist in the beautification of the outdoors.

Organizer: Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA)
# Exhibitors:500
# Attendees:3,670
08/14/2014 to 08/16/2014
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center San Antonio
NSF: 103,300
182
Internet Retailer Conference & Exhibition (IRCE)

Going into its 11th year, the Internet Retailer Conference & Exhibition (IRCE) is the main event in e-commerce, delivering the largest and highest quality conference, exhibition and networking opportunity in the industry. Retail and technology experts and industry trailblazers share their strategies and expertise on the most relevant and timely topics in the only agenda crafted by editorial experts at Internet Retailer Magazine including more than 220 speakers across 130 sessions and workshops. The concurrent exhibition boasts the largest display of services and technologyunder one roof - representing nearly 90% of the e-commerce solutions market with more than 600 exhibiting companies.

Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:618
# Attendees:6,769
06/10/2014 to 06/13/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 98,200
183
The ASI Show Chicago

As the largest ad specialty show of the summer - and last big industry event of the year - ASI Show Chicago attracts industry professionals from coast to coast. Ranked as the #3 top trade show location in the country, Chicago is a great city to visit during the summer months to accomplish what you need to fill your sales pipeline through the 4th quarter. Valuable connections are made during daily receptions and special events, include the Gala Celebration and the prestigious Counselor Top 40 awards.

Organizer: The ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors:709
# Attendees:4,318
07/15/2014 to 07/17/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 97,300
184
International Powder & Bulk Solids

Face-to-face community where manufacturers find products and services to accelerate projects, and advance their careers by networking with industry peers and thought leaders.

Organizer: UBM Canon
# Exhibitors:381
# Attendees:3,347
05/06/2014 to 05/08/2014
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont
NSF: 97,225
185
Medtrade

Medtrade is theᅠlargest Home Medical Equipment Expoᅠand Conference in the US. Connecting the HME industry for over 35 years, Medtrade features aᅠlarge expo floorᅠfilled with the leading home medical equipment manufacturers and their DME products. Thousands of durable medical equipment companies (providers) come to Medtrade to find everything from the basics to the latest innovations in mobility, respiratory, sleep, rehab, and aids to daily living.

Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:463
# Attendees:3,212
10/21/2014 to 10/23/2014
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 96,911
186
Imprinted Sportswear Show Long Beach

ISS is the largest trade show dedicated to the decorated apparel industry. Located nationwide, attendees that primarily screen print or embroider on t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, baby apparel and bags, will find the best selection of vendors for supplies and screen printing equipment. You'll see live demonstrations of apparel screen printing, embroidery and digital printing directly to the garment (DTG) equipment and specialty products such as performance stretch inks and glitter threads at ISS apparel trade shows. The various locations in Long Beach, Atlantic City, Nashville, Orlando and Fort Worth allow easy driving access to many of the independent t-shirt companies.

Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:348
# Attendees:10,685
01/17/2014 to 01/19/2014
Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center Long Beach
NSF: 95,704
187
National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition

The National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition is the annual conference and exhibition for high acuity and critical care nurses. NTI is produced each May by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses and attracts more than 6,000 skilled nurses each year. The Critical Care Exposition attracts 350-400 companies which display healthcare equipment, devices, supplies, technology and pharmaceuticals as well as educational tools and resources, nursing apparel and lifestyle products, market research activities, non-profit association and society services, government and public healthcare information plus nurse recruiting career opportunities in a large job fair section.

Organizer: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
# Exhibitors:354
# Attendees:6,019
05/20/2014 to 05/22/2014
Colorado Convention Center Denver
NSF: 95,600
188
San Francisco International Gift Fair - August

We've concentrated all the gift industry resource inside the Moscone Center, and so there's no more powerful market for buyers and sellers in the entire Western region. Top name manufacturers and innovative newcomers with quality products and cutting edge designs have returned in full force because of the show's ability to attract more and more buyers from throughout the entire state of California, the Western region and across the nation.

Organizer: Urban Expositions
# Exhibitors:700
# Attendees:11,000
08/02/2014 to 08/05/2014
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 95,000
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