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
161
AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition

Since 1974, the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) has advocated the development of wind energy as a reliable, environmentally superior energy alternative in the United States and around the world. The mission of the American Wind Energy Association is to promote wind power growth through advocacy, communication and education. The AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition is our annual event featuring 3 days of conference sessions, an exhibition hall with over 400 exhibiting companies, and nearly 8,000 anticipated participants.

Organizer: American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
# Exhibitors: 403
# Attendees: 4,474
05/07/2018 to 05/10/2018
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 103,090
162
International Powder & Bulk Solids

Powder & Bulk Solids is North America’s largest and longest-running powder show with its unrivaled conference and expo experience providing access to the brightest ideas from the sharpest minds.

Organizer: UBM Advanced Manufacturing
# Exhibitors: 425
# Attendees: 2,958
08/24/2018 to 08/26/2018
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont
NSF: 102,320
163
CAMEX 2018 (Campus Market Expo)

CAMEX is campus retailing’s largest educational conference and buying expo, attracting attendees from campus stores in the U.S., Canada, and beyond. Companies exhibit their exciting new products and services designed for students, alumni, parents, and the campus community. Produced and hosted by the National Association of College Stores (NACS).

Organizer: NACS, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 445
# Attendees: 1,200
03/04/2018 to 03/06/2018
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 102,200
164
ASI Show Chicago

ASI Show Chicago – centrally located and ideal for 4th quarter projects – gives suppliers and distributors in the promotional product industry the best opportunity before the end of the year to make connections and grow their business. The ASI Show incorporates one full day of education along with two exhibit days, and a host of networking events, including the ever popular ASI Show Bash.

Organizer: ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors: 408
# Attendees: 4,221
07/24/2018 to 07/26/2018
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 101,000
165
AACN's National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition

The National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition (NTI) is the annual conference and exhibition produced by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Held each May, the conference typically attracts 7,000-8,000 acute and critical care nurses with a four day educational program plus one day of preconference sessions. The Critical Care Expo typically attracts 400 healthcare companies exhibiting in 100,000 nsf of exhibit space. The three-day trade show also features 40-50 educational theaters offering 150 clinical topics in 500+ sessions with CERP points.

Organizer: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
# Exhibitors: 393
# Attendees: 8,705
05/22/2018 to 05/24/2018
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 100,300
166
REALTORS® Conference & Expo

The REALTORS® Conference & Expo is the largest annual gathering of real estate professionals in the country.

Organizer: Hall-Erickson, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 421
# Attendees:
11/02/2018 to 11/05/2018
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 100,019
167
Creativation

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: 299
# Attendees: 3,042
01/18/2018 to 01/22/2018
Phoenix Convention Center Phoenix
NSF: 99,100
168
The Battery Show, Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo, Critical Power Expo

The Battery Show is North America’s largest and most comprehensive annual trade event for the advanced battery manufacturing industry representing the entire supply chain from raw materials through end of life. Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo (EVT) is the only large-scale trade show exclusively dedicated to the drive train and power system in EVs and HEVs. The event presents the opportunity for automotive and battery manufacturing professionals to meet with over 600 suppliers to see and learn about the latest technology and industry innovations, gain high-quality education and to network with peers, leaders and visionaries.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions
# Exhibitors: 638
# Attendees: 5,586
09/11/2018 to 09/13/2018
Suburban Collection Showplace Novi, MI
NSF: 98,320
169
Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) East, EastPack, Automation Technology Expo (ATX) East, PLASTEC East, Atlantic Design & Manufacturing, Quality Expo

The most comprehensive showcase for advanced manufacturing professionals on the East Coast, the event provides design, manufacturing and production engineers and industry executives with access to hundreds of leading-edge manufacturing suppliers across the design, manufacturing, and packaging cycle. With an emphasis on smart manufacturing trends including 3D printing and robotics, the event enables valuable connections between buyers and suppliers, working demonstrations of new equipment, and educational hubs that advance this community’s professional development.

Organizer: UBM Advanced Manufacturing
# Exhibitors: 583
# Attendees: 7,705
06/12/2018 to 06/14/2018
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 97,387
170
Atlanta Apparel® June

Atlanta Apparel kicked off the summer with an expansive collection of must-have new fashions for fall/winter 2018 plus immediates, holiday and game-day styles. The market featured Atlanta’s largest young contemporary collection to date. Atlnata Apparel’s accessories collection posted double-digit growth in new lines.

Organizer: AMC, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 304
# Attendees: 10,884*
06/13/2018 to 06/16/2018
AmericasMart Atlanta Atlanta
NSF: 96,857
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