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
91
ICSC New York National Deal Making Conference

New York Deal Making is a one-stop for education, networking and deal making. This two-day event provides opportunities to gain information about the most current industry issues, and meet and make deals with colleagues doing business around the world.

Organizer: International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
# Exhibitors: 530
# Attendees: 9,450
12/04/2018 to 12/06/2018
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 211,800
92
Labelexpo Americas 2018

Launched in 1989, Labelexpo Americas is held biennially in Chicago, USA. Run by Tarsus’ Labelexpo Global Series team and Labelexpo’s second largest show, it is North America’s largest dedicated label and package printing industry event and known as a ‘buying show’. Exhibitors are machinery/material manufacturers/suppliers; visitors are printers who produce labels and packaging primarily for FMCGs (food, pharmaceuticals).

Organizer: Tarsus Group
# Exhibitors: 487
# Attendees: 16,413
09/25/2018 to 09/27/2018
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont
NSF: 203,642
93
American International Motorcycle Expo

The American International Motorcycle Expo’s purpose is to serve as the catalyst to bring together industry, press, dealers and consumers in a single arena that creates a grand stage for motorcycling and powersports in the U.S. and North America, and delivers an efficient and energetic market-timed expo platform for B2B and B2C in the greater powersports industry.

Organizer: Motorcycle Industry Council
# Exhibitors: 505
# Attendees: 3,502
10/10/2018 to 10/14/2018
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 203,000
94
The International WorkBoat Show

The International WorkBoat Show is the largest North American event serving the commercial vessel market. With nearly 1000 exhibitors the show offers a diversity that attracts vessel owner/operators from every commercial market sector as well as the boat builders/shipyards and support companies that service the vessel owners.

Organizer: Diversified Communications
# Exhibitors: 946
# Attendees: 6,678
11/28/2018 to 11/30/2018
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 197,995
95
Natural Products Expo East

Natural Products Expo East is the largest natural, organic, and healthy products trade show on the East Coast.  Natural Products Expo East is ranked as one of the top 150 tradeshows in the U.S.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 1,476
# Attendees: 7,870
09/13/2018 to 09/15/2018
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 197,800
96
AIA Conference on Architecture 2018

The AIA Conference on Architecture is the nation’s premier event in the architecture and design industry. Architects and design professionals come from all over the US and abroad to network with fellow industry professionals, to receive the continuing education that is required for state licensure and association membership, and to see the latest product and service innovations.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions
# Exhibitors: 784
# Attendees: 14,925
06/21/2018 to 06/23/2018
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 196,910
97
POWERGEN International

POWERGEN International exhibition and summit serves as a business and networking hub for generators, utilities and solution-providers engaged in multiple cross-sections of power generation. The exhibit hall provides an interactive experience personalized to connect attendees with the latest technology and innovations in the conventional and renewable markets from around the world. The summit and knowledge hubs deliver transformative content including disruption from conventional and emerging, clean and sustained energy sources, niche technologies and the fluctuation of economics and policy.

Organizer: Clarion Events
# Exhibitors: 841
# Attendees: 8,908
12/04/2018 to 12/06/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 195,400
98
I/ITSEC (Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation & Education Conference)

The annual Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) showcases simulation, education, modeling and training technology for the exchange of information among industry, the military, and the educational communities.

Organizer: National Training & Simulation Association (NTSA)
# Exhibitors: 491
# Attendees: 9,800
11/26/2018 to 11/30/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 190,000
99
America's Beauty Show

America’s Beauty Show (ABS) is owned and produced by Cosmetologists Chicago® (CC). Professional cosmetologists, nail technicians, stylists and colorists from all over the world attend ABS every year to experience superior education and innovation in all aspects of beauty, as well as gain inspiration to take back to their salons. With more than 90,000 salon professionals and owners, aspiring students and teachers, headliners and educators, leading product manufacturers and distributor personnel showing their latest products and distributors, plus International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference attendees and exhibitors, America’s Beauty Show is a great destination for serious beauty professionals.

Organizer: Cosmetologists Chicago
# Exhibitors: 482
# Attendees: 77,193
04/28/2018 to 04/30/2018
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 189,800
100
Commodity Classic

Commodity Classic is America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade show focused on row crop commodity grains. Each year, thousands of the nation’s best farmers come to Commodity Classic to discover what’s new in agriculture. Established in 1996, Commodity Classic is presented by the American Soybean Association, National Corn Growers Association, Association of Equipment Manufacturers, National Association of Wheat Growers, and National Sorghum Producers.

Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers/American Soybean Association/ National Corn Growers Association
# Exhibitors: 367
# Attendees: 8,055
02/27/2018 to 03/01/2018
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 189,400
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