2016 Top 250 US Trade Shows

The 2016 TSNN Top 250 List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2016 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
141
DEMA Show (Diving Equipment & Marketing Association) The annual DEMA Show, the largest trade-only event in the world for companies doing business in the scuba diving, ocean water sports and adventure/dive travel industries, attracts hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of dive and travel industry professionals from around the world. In addition to providing an arena in which to conduct business and network, DEMA Show offers participants the most extensive education curriculum in the industry, including DEMA-sponsored seminars and exhibitor-sponsored seminars from participating manufacturers, travel destinations and dive certification organizations.
Organizer: National Trade Productions, Inc.
# Exhibitors:632
# Attendees:3,889
11/16/2016 to 11/19/2016
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 142,801
142
Couture COUTURE Las Vegas, held annually at the luxurious Wynn Resort, is an intimate destination for the luxury jewelry and timepiece market. Catering to an elite community of renowned heritage brands, emerging design talent, the finest retailers and award-winning media from around the globe, COUTURE is the premier event where the jewelry industry gathers to connect, collaborate and conduct business.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:266
# Attendees:3,984
06/02/2016 to 06/06/2016
Wynn Resort Las Vegas
NSF: 140,604
143
IPC APEX EXPO IPC APEX EXPO® is the largest event in North America dedicated to the entire electronics manufacturing supply chain from design to printed boards, to electronics assembly and test.
Organizer: IPC - Assn. Connecting Electronics Industries
# Exhibitors:434
# Attendees:4,048
03/15/2016 to 03/17/2016
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 139,300
144
Greenbuild International Conference & Expo Greenbuild is the world's largest conference and expo dedicated to green building. The ideals and passion of the green building community come alive at Greenbuild, and the buzz is contagious. Greenbuild brings together industry leaders, experts and frontline professionals dedicated to sustainable building in their everyday work and lives.
Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:531
# Attendees:18,079
10/05/2016 to 10/07/2016
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 138,960
145
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/WDDA has secured show partnerships with American Architectural Manufacturers Association, Glass Association of North America, and the Insulating Glass Manufactures Alliance to attract a variety of industry segments.
Organizer: National Glass Association (NGA)
# Exhibitors:438
# Attendees:8,725
10/19/2016 to 10/21/2016
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 138,290
146
International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo is the outdoor living industry's choice for face-to-face business, education, and networking. PSP Expo reaches both residential and commercial professionals who design, build, service, or sell pool, spa, and outdoor living products. Industry segments represented at the PSP Expo include pool builders, service technicians, landscape architects, retail buyers. With national and international reach, attendees travel from over 80 countries.
Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:500
# Attendees:9,566
11/02/2016 to 11/04/2016
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 138,000
147
OFFPRICE Show - Feb. The OFFPRICE Show serves the retail industry with dynamic order-writing trade shows that connect apparel retail buyers of all sizes with the leading off-price specialists in 20-70 percent below wholesale apparel, accessories, footwear and more. The show is an important piece of Fashion Week in Las Vegas every February and August. With nearly 500 exhibitors and more than 1,200 booths, it is the largest off-price show in the country. Over 10,000 industry professionals attended the OFFPRICE Show in February and August 2013.
Organizer: Tarsus Expositions Inc North American Office
# Exhibitors:506
# Attendees:11,664
02/14/2016 to 02/19/2016
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 137,000
148
The Car Wash Show The Car Wash Show™, presented by the International Carwash Association®, the American Oil Change Association, and the Western Carwash Association, is the world’s largest car wash convention and trade show. The Car Wash Show brings together car wash owners and operators, equipment and supply manufacturers, and potential investors from more than 30 countries.
Organizer: International Car Wash Association
# Exhibitors:397
# Attendees:5,528
05/07/2016 to 05/09/2016
Music City Center Nashville
NSF: 136,700
149
The American Coatings Show 2016 ACS exhibitors present coatings, paints, sealants, chemicals and adhesives as well as information on the latest developments in the areas of laboratory equipment, production equipment, test and measurement equipment and the latest services for the coatings industry.
Organizer: NürnbergMesse North America
# Exhibitors:552
# Attendees:9,552
04/02/2016 to 04/04/2016
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 134,400
150
Seatrade Cruise Global For over 30 years, Seatrade Cruise Global has been the world’s largest B2B cruise trade show, bringing together buyers and suppliers for a week of sourcing, networking and innovation. As the epicenter of the industry, Seatrade Cruise Global showcases a diverse range of products & services from navigation systems to golf simulators to interiors & furnishings and more.
Organizer: UBM
# Exhibitors:719
# Attendees:6,302
03/14/2016 to 03/17/2016
Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center Fort Lauderdale
NSF: 131,100
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