2017 TOP US TRADE SHOWS

The 2017 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2017 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
141
Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo

The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo is North America’s largest indoor-outdoor living showcase. Every year, over 350 leading hearth, patio and barbecue manufacturers and suppliers exhibit and demonstrate their latest home heating solutions; grills, grilling accessories and fully-equipped outdoor kitchens; casual patio furniture and outdoor accents; water and landscape features; all-weather entertainment products and more. It’s also a one-stop-shop for retailers nationwide to find not only the latest products for their showrooms, but also the latest services and technologies for their companies.

Organizer: Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association
# Exhibitors: 411
# Attendees: 3,689
03/02/2017 to 03/04/2017
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 129,200
142
American Urological Association Annual Meeting

For more than a century, the American Urological Association has stood at the forefront in developing innovative, evidence-based quality education for urologists and urologic health care professionals worldwide. Now in its 113th year, the AUA Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of urologists in the world, providing unparalleled access to groundbreaking research, new guidelines and the latest advances in urologic medicine. Through its Annual Meeting—and other year-round educational offerings—the AUA sets the highest standards for urologic education worldwide.

Organizer: American Urological Association (AUA)
# Exhibitors: 388
# Attendees: 11,277
05/12/2017 to 05/16/2017
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 128,800
143
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. The buzz is contagious. Greenbuild brings together industry leaders, experts and frontline professionals dedicated to sustainable building in their everyday work, and a unique energy is sparked. Participants are invigorated. Inspired. They find themselves equipped to return to their jobs with a renewed passion and purpose.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 483
# Attendees: 16,893
11/08/2017 to 11/10/2017
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 128,278
144
AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2017

The AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo is the largest gathering of perioperative professionals in the world and the largest surgical products trade show in the U.S.

Organizer: Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 502
# Attendees: 5,868
04/01/2017 to 04/05/2017
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 126,100
145
Boutique Design New York (BDNY)

BDNY showcases unique and innovative exhibitors of furniture, lighting, wall coverings, fabrics, seating, accessories, artwork, carpeting and flooring, materials and bath and spa products for the hospitality industry.

Organizer: Hospitality Media Group, LLC (HMG)
# Exhibitors: 681
# Attendees: 8,926
11/12/2017 to 11/13/2017
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 123,570
146
IBEX, The International Boatbuilders' Exhibition & Conference

IBEX is the largest technical marine event in North America, and the three most valuable days of the year for all marine professionals.Our exhibitors are industry manufacturers and suppliers, and our attendees are boatbuilders, designers, repairers and other marine industry professionals. IBEX is where marine industry innovation and technology is showcased to the recreational marine industry.

Organizer: IBEX, LLC
# Exhibitors: 605
# Attendees: 3,475
09/19/2017 to 09/21/2017
Tampa Convention Center Tampa
NSF: 123,435
147
Creativation (formerly CHA MEGA Conference & Trade Show)

AFCI (formerly the Craft & Hobby Association) is the premier trade association for the global creative arts products industries. Creativation, AFCI's Annual Conference & Trade Show, is the industry's heart of creativity . A place for leading industry education, networking, buying/selling on the Show floor, and an overall unique creative experience, Creativation is the place to be for all creative industry professionals.

Organizer: Association For Creative Industries (AFCI)
# Exhibitors: 338
# Attendees: 3,524
01/19/2017 to 01/23/2017
Phoenix Convention Center Phoenix
NSF: 119,215
148
ASTRO Annual Meeting

As the largest radiation oncology society in the world, the ASTRO Annual Meeting is the primary opportunity for attendees to receive state-of-the-art continuing medical education and learn about the latest products and services in cancer treatment and care.

Organizer: American Society for Radiation Oncology/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 219
# Attendees: 7,442
09/24/2017 to 09/27/2017
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 119,215
149
AmericasMart® August Atlanta Apparel®

The Southeast’s top resource for women’s and children’s apparel, accessories and shoes gave retailers first look at Holiday, Winter, European Resort and Fall/Winter Immediates at the August 2017 Atlanta Apparel Market. AmericasMart® Atlanta’s fashion collection showcased trendsetting merchandise in showrooms. The celebrated temporary collection featured a larger offering of trend-driven merchandise in across its Premiere, Ready, NOW, JFA, Impulse, Shoes, LUXE, Social Occasion, and Children's categories with more than 500 lines. The lively Daily Strut schedule included sponsored shows from HYFVE, Oddi and Skies are Blue, as well as collection shows including contemporary trends from new exhibitors, Young Contemporary and Resort. AmericasMart’s Children’s collection featured new looks for Spring/Summer 2018 for babies and kids. New to the collection were Bailey’s Blossoms, Zuccini Kids, Rachel Riley, Bows Arts, Leslie Lewis and PPLA. Elizabeth Everly and Little English expanded their spaces for the Market. Top looks from the collection were showcased in the Children's World Fashion Show.

Organizer: AmericasMart® Atlanta
# Exhibitors: 389
# Attendees: 16,911
08/04/2017 to 08/08/2017
AmericasMart Atlanta Atlanta
NSF: 118,998
150
International Salon & Spa Exposition

The International Salon and Spa Expo Long Beach (ISSE) is the largest professional cash-and-carry, educational beauty event on the West Coast! Open to licensed professionals only, ISSE offers classes in Hair, Nails, Skin & Wellness and Business, including a line-up of Hands-On Hair and Nails and CIDESCO Section USA Skin classes. Global manufacturers on the ISSE Long Beach expo floor showcase the hottest professional-use tools and products. The Center Stage and NAHA stage provide inspiring creative presentations and runway events by beauty icons from across the globe.

Organizer: Professional Beauty Association
# Exhibitors: 355
# Attendees: 28,953
01/28/2017 to 01/30/2017
Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center Long Beach
NSF: 118,221
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