2015 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2015 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
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Yankee Dental Congress Yankee Dental Congress is the annual conference and exposition for New England dental professionals. The conference features advanced programming presented by leading experts from across the country.
Organizer: Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS)
# Exhibitors:463
# Attendees:21,059
01/29/2015 to 01/31/2015
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 93,200
190
World of Asphalt Show & Conference North America's leading international exposition and education resource for the asphalt, pavement maintenance and traffic safety industries. World of Asphalt features in-depth, industry focused educational programming and comprehensive exhibits showcasing the latest technologies and innovations in asphalt-related equipment, products and services.
Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
# Exhibitors:295
# Attendees:7,623
03/17/2015 to 03/19/2015
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 92,665
191
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: Penton Media Inc.
# Exhibitors:369
# Attendees:7,387
03/16/2015 to 03/20/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 91,700
192
National Stationery Show The NSS draws more than 11,000 diverse buyers from all 50 states and 58 countries worldwide, attending to stock their shelves and assess the latest trends. They represent stationery card and gift shops; bookstores; bridal shops; party stores; gourmet grocers; toy stores; pharmacies; attractions, hotel, hospital and airport gift shops; department, chain and specialty stores; large chains and “big box” mass retailers; online retailers and mail-order catalogs. The show also attracts importers and distributors, licensors, special-event planners and corporate marketers.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:623
# Attendees:6,987
05/17/2015 to 05/20/2015
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 91,173
193
New England Grows! - Dec. An annual event in Boston, 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. After 23 years, New England Grows shifted to an earlier date in the trade show season, resulting in two shows for 2015. The show will now continue to be held once a year, during the week after Thanksgiving.
Organizer: New England Grows
# Exhibitors:369
# Attendees:7,957
12/02/2015 to 12/04/2015
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 90,300
194
ASI Show Chicago As the largest ad specialty show of the summer – and last big event of the year – ASI Show Chicago attracts industry professionals from coast to coast. Over 4,000 distributors and nearly 700 suppliers come together from across the country and beyond to prepare for the end-of-year sales season. The action-packed, three-day schedule includes educational sessions taught by industry experts, plenty of networking opportunities like ASI’s Minute to Win It and Ask the Experts Networking Lunch, and a Gala hosted at Chicago's premier blues club, Buddy Guy's Legends.
Organizer: ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors:641
# Attendees:4,422
07/14/2015 to 07/16/2015
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 89,950
195
ACEP Scientific Assembly The ACEP Scientific Assembly is the largest educational conference and exhibit program in the world for the specialty of Emergency Medicine. ACEP experienced a record-breaking exhibit program during the October 2014 meeting in Chicago, exceeding 400 exhibiting companies. This growth is a testament to the traffic on the show floor, improvements to the show floor and the dedication of ACEP's Show Management.
Organizer: American College of Emergency Physicians
# Exhibitors:414
# Attendees:7,550
10/26/2015 to 10/30/2015
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 89,000
196
Medtrade Medtrade is the largest Home Medical Equipment Expo and Conference in the US. Connecting the HME industry for over 36 years, Medtrade features a large expo floor filled 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:350
# Attendees:3,281
10/27/2015 to 10/29/2015
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 85,509
197
TRA Marketplace (formerly Southwest Foodservice Expo) The Texas Restaurant Association Marketplace is the largest foodservice tradeshow in the region. We bring hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of foodservice professionals to the table for two days of networking, education, selling, and buying. Its not just another tradeshow, it is the event for all segments of the foodservice and hospitality industry.
Organizer: Texas Restaurant Association
# Exhibitors:505
# Attendees:5,041
06/28/2015 to 06/29/2015
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 83,869
198
Digital Signage Expo Digital Signage Expo (DSE), is the world’s largest International Tradeshow and Conference dedicated to digital signage, interactive technology and digital out-of-home networks.
Organizer: Exponation, LLC
# Exhibitors:246
# Attendees:4,082
03/10/2015 to 03/13/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 83,290
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