2012 Top 250 Cdn Trade Shows

For a complete 2011 TSNN Top 50 Canadian Trade Show List please contact Joyce Crisp at jcrisp@tarsus.com 262-782-1900.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
138
AIA National Convention and Design Exposition Each year thousands of architects and design professionals convene for the AIA National Convention and Design Exposition, the industry's most comprehensive national event. By sharing insights and information, AIA advances each person's creativity, knowledge, resources, and relevance.
Organizer: American Institute of Architects (AIA)
# Exhibitors:770
# Attendees:18,248
05/17/2012 to 05/19/2012
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington
NSF: 165,000
140
INTERPHEX INTERPHEX is the leading annual pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical trade show. Key decision makers find the networking opportunities, products, services and information they need to ensure quality and maximize efficiency,agility, and flexibility that solve manufacturing and supply chain problems. INTERPHEX is where intelligence and passion intersect with the full spectrum of industry products and services to create new insights and innovation.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors:617
# Attendees:7,166
05/01/2012 to 05/03/2012
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 159,229
141
SuperZoo The national show for pet retailers. Attendees come from all segments - mass market, large specialty, independent retailers, groomers, veterinarians, farm and feed, hardware and distributors.
Organizer: World Pet Association
# Exhibitors:885
# Attendees:13,538
09/11/2012 to 09/13/2012
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 158,707
142
CHA 2012 Winter Convention & Trade Show The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) is an international not-for-profit Association. CHA holds two annual award winning trade events in January and July. These are the oldest and largest craft and hobby trade shows in the world with our CHA 2012 Winter show being our 71st annual trade show.
Organizer: Craft & Hobby Association
# Exhibitors:444
# Attendees:5,439
01/28/2012 to 02/01/2012
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 158,356
143
American Film Market The business of independent motion picture production and distribution - a truly collaborative process - reaches its peak every year at the American Film Market. Over 8,000 industry leaders converge in Santa Monica for eight days of deal-making, screenings, seminars, networking and parties. Participants come from over 70 countries and include acquisition and development executives, agents, attorneys, directors, distributors, festival directors, financiers, film commissioners, producers, writers, the world's press all those who provide services to the motion picture industry.
Organizer: Independent Film & Television Alliance
# Exhibitors:355
# Attendees:4,680
10/31/2012 to 11/07/2012
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel Santa Monica
NSF: 155,900
144
International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo The Int�l Pool | Spa | Patio Expo brings together builders, retailers, service companies, designers and landscape architects for face-to-face interaction, product review, vital knowledge and powerful connections. 500+ exhibiting companies will fill 1,200+ booths with the latest industry products, materials, equipment and services, including a wide variety of pools, spas, hot tubs, water features, casual furniture, pumps and heaters, lighting, landscape d�cor, hearth, grills and much more.
Organizer: Hanley Wood Exhibitions
# Exhibitors:548
# Attendees:10,202
11/06/2012 to 11/08/2012
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 155,000
145
BookExpo America - BEA BookExpo America (BEA) is the premier event for the North American publishing industry and the number one place for content creators. BEA offers the largest selection of English language titles on the planet with special industry and author events along with unparalleled educational content delivering a dynamic environment for networking, sourcing, and relationship building. BEA is four event packed days, more than 500 authors, hundreds of new titles, 1,300+ exhibitors, three author stages, Digital Discovery Zone (D2Z), and the BEA Conference Program that addresses critical industry issues.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors:939
# Attendees:11,844
05/23/2012 to 05/26/2012
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 154,780
146
Natural Products Expo East The largest natural, organic and healthy products trade show on the East Coast, Natural Products Expo East features thousands of the newest and best-selling products and branded ingredients from up to 1,300 companies. This show draws a growing international cliental by delivering the best in organic at All Things Organic-BioFach America and the Organic Summit, while also offering an extensive training program for retailers and acting as a platform for advocacy through a strategic partnership with Natural Products Association East. Natural Products Expo East has been ranked as one of the top 200 shows in the US.
Organizer: New Hope Natural Media, a div. of Penton Media, Inc.
# Exhibitors:1,112
# Attendees:14,627
09/20/2012 to 09/22/2012
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 154,040
147
OFA Short Course See the latest innovations in plant material, equipment, products, and services.
Organizer: OFA
# Exhibitors:568
# Attendees:9,100
07/14/2012 to 07/17/2012
SMG Greater Columbus Convention Center Columbus
NSF: 154,000
148
Dallas Temp Show - Jan. (part of the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market) Temporary exhibits showcasing the newest, most innovative products on the market in 21 different product categories in distinctive, easy-to-shop sections.
Organizer: Dallas Market Center
# Exhibitors:842
# Attendees:50,000
01/20/2012 to 01/23/2012
Dallas Market Center Dallas
NSF: 152,510
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