2018 TOP 250 US TRADE SHOWS

The 2018 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2018 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
191
AFCEA/US Naval Institute Western Conference & Exposition

The premier naval conference and exposition on the West Coast, WEST is now in its 27th year of bringing military and industry leaders together. Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, WEST is the foremost event in which the makers of platforms and the designers of technologies can network, discuss and demonstrate their solutions in a single locale. To complete their missions successfully, more than 150,000 professionals in the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard who live in the San Diego area depend on the open discussions and valuable networking WEST provides. More than the operators benefit from participating in WEST. The event enables senior military and government officials to gain valuable feedback directly from sea service warfighters. Industry leaders learn about military requirements and connect with decision makers as well as operators in a professional environment away from the office.

Organizer: AFCEA/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 367
# Attendees: 5,650
02/06/2018 to 02/08/2018
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 72,200
192
International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York

The International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of NY is the only event in the NY region exclusively serving the restaurant and foodservice community. We provide everything needed to master the emerging trends, source the latest product options, power up profits and engage your customers – all under one roof. We are the only and largest dedicated event serving all aspects of the restaurant and foodservice industry in the NY Market; and the only sponsored and endorsed event by the New York State Restaurant Association. We annually host the US Pastry Competition, the TASTE NY & Craft Beverage Showcase and the Farm to City Expo. We have the largest gathering of Restaurant and Foodservice professionals in one venue every year.

Organizer: Clarion UX
# Exhibitors: 520
# Attendees: 14,105
03/04/2018 to 03/06/2018
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 71,700
193
ANESTHESIOLOGY®

This five-day, everything anesthesiology event, attracts upwards of 15,000 attendees from around the world to grow, share and network. Learn about specialty’s latest science and technologies by participating in this year’s scientific program offering more than 500 sessions, special lectures and hands-on workshops.

Organizer: American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 305
# Attendees: 10,435
10/13/2018 to 10/17/2018
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 71,600
194
ATS 2018 International Conference

The ATS International Conference is the home of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep professionals, from those in the earliest stages of their careers to those whose research or strides in clinical care has gained them international recognition. Each year, nearly 14,000 of these professionals choose to attend, present, and learn about the latest advances, meet with colleagues from around the world, and strike new collaborations.

Organizer: American Thoracic Society (ACS)
# Exhibitors: 234
# Attendees: 13,268
05/18/2018 to 05/23/2018
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 71,427
195
KeHE Summer Show

KeHE Distributors is an employee-owned sales and marketing specialty and ethnic foods distributor, servicing retail customers in all 50 states (except Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and parts of Central and South America. As proven leaders in market development, category management and trend setting innovations, KeHE delivers sales professionalism to customers both big and small, by providing extraordinary merchandising and distribution services that comprise of state-of-the-art warehousing and multi-temperature deliveries. The Summer Show is a hosted buyer show that allows over 650 exhibitors to connect with retailers and place orders within the exhibit hall. Retailers purchase products from exhibitors to stock their shelves for the summer season.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 695
# Attendees: 834
02/06/2018 to 02/07/2018
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 70,900
196
SEG Annual Meeting

The SEG International Exposition brings together more than 400 leading companies, government agencies, research and educational institutions involved in global oil, gas and mineral exploration, and new areas of civil engineering, environmental and archaeology. These organizations take advantage of the vast exhibition spaces offered by SEG to create the most impressive display of the latest technology and services within the Geoscience industry

Organizer: Society of Exploration Geophysicists
# Exhibitors: 216
# Attendees: 4,456
10/14/2018 to 10/19/2018
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 70,600
197
WE Annual Conference

The primer conference and career fair for women in engineering and technology. SWE's Annual WE Conference offers attendees access to industry-leading professional development and access to one of the best-represented engineering and technology career fairs in the world. WE's attendees make up is about 60% collegiate engineering students and 40% professional working engineers.

Organizer: Society of Women Engineers
# Exhibitors: 366
# Attendees: 3,483
10/17/2018 to 10/19/2018
Minneapolis Convention Center Minneapolis
NSF: 70,600
198
Texprocess Americas

Texprocess Americas, co-produced by SPESA, creates an opportunity for retail, brand, manufacturing executives, and professionals involved in the sewn products industry to meet with leading international manufacturers and distributors of machinery, equipment, parts, supplies, systems, technology, supply chain solutions, and other products and services used for the development of sewn products.

Organizer: Messe Frankfurt Inc.
# Exhibitors: 181
# Attendees: 2,113
05/22/2018 to 05/24/2018
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 68,755
199
American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition

Attendees are members of the American Academy of Pediatrics which consists of about 60,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical sub-specialists and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. The members are physicians who devote their practice to treating children.

Organizer: American Academy of Pediatrics
# Exhibitors: 367
# Attendees: 10,415
11/02/2018 to 11/06/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 68,700
200
Summer NAMM

NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), established in 1901, is the not-for-profit association that strengthens the $17 billion global music, sound and event technology products industry. Our association and our trade shows serve as the crossroads for professionals wanting to seek out the newest innovations in music, recording technology, sound, stage and lighting products. The show gives the industry a first-look at new innovations offered from the global music product industry and serves as a hub to network, learn and enjoy live music.

Organizer: NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants
# Exhibitors: 508
# Attendees: 15,023*
06/28/2018 to 06/30/2018
Music City Center Nashville
NSF: 67,321
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