2014 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2014 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
129
EDS (Electronic Distribution Show)

EDS is for manufacturers of passive electro-mechanical components to meet with their distributors and representatives.

Organizer: Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA), Electronics Representatives Association (ERA)
# Exhibitors:271
# Attendees:1,626
05/05/2014 to 05/08/2014
Cosmopolitan Hotel Las Vegas
NSF: 175,000
130
Natural Products Expo East

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

Organizer: Penton Media Inc.
# Exhibitors:1,277
# Attendees:15,398
09/17/2014 to 09/20/2014
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 171,552
131
American Institute of Architects National Convention

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:814
# Attendees:12,284
06/26/2014 to 06/28/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 171,250
132
Great American Trucking Show

The Great American Trucking Show began in 1999, is an annual event held in Dallas and runs concurrently with and includes the Commercial Vehicle Outlook Conference, The Hard-Working Trucks Pavilion, Overdrive's Pride & Polish and SmartSessions. The event dedicated for the trucking industry brings together attendees including for-hire trucking companies, owner operators, private fleets and drivers.

Organizer: Randall-Reilly Events
# Exhibitors:512
# Attendees:54,197
08/21/2014 to 08/23/2014
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 171,200
133
Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting

The Midwinter Meeting is a scientific program with commercial exhibits. The exhibits must be directly related to the practice of dentistry and medicine.

Organizer: Chicago Dental Society
# Exhibitors:637
# Attendees:21,167
02/20/2014 to 02/22/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 168,760
134
Sweets & Snacks Expo

The largest confectionery and snack show in the world bringing together buyers and sellers of candy, chocolate, gum and snack foods.

Organizer: National Confectioners Association
# Exhibitors:650
# Attendees:10,051
05/20/2014 to 05/22/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 165,500
135
IFPE

IFPE is the largest show in North America focused on new equipment and product innovations for the fluid power/motion control/power transmission industry sectors, held every three years in Las Vegas USA, co-located with the CONEXPO-CON/AGG international construction industries show. Extensive education includes the National Conference on Fluid Power and an Innovations Theater on the show floor. IFPE is industry-run and supported; show floor features international and related-industry exhibit pavilions; 2011 was record-breaker for exhibit space.

Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers
# Exhibitors:481
# Attendees:97,091
03/04/2014 to 03/08/2014
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 161,550
136
Cultivate'14 (formerly OFA Short Course)

Cultivate is the annual gathering of the horticulture industry. Cultivate offers a premier educational and networking experience, and a trade show with exhibits including technology, new products and services, and new plant varieties. Thousands of horticulture from more than 20 countries attend each year, including breeders, greenhouse and nursery growers, garden retailers, distributors, interior and exterior landscape professionals, florists, students, educators, researchers, manufacturers, and all of those who are part of the industry market chain.

Organizer: AmericanHort
# Exhibitors:664
# Attendees:9,400
07/12/2014 to 07/15/2014
SMG Greater Columbus Convention Center Columbus
NSF: 161,406
137
ICSC New York National Conference

The New York event is a unique conference and exhibition dedicated to the retail real estate industry. It bring together retail and real estate leaders to explore the most innovative projects, discover new properties, forge partnerships, close deals and stay on top of trends and innovation in the industry.

Organizer: International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
# Exhibitors:484
# Attendees:9,500
12/08/2014 to 12/09/2014
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 161,000
138
CAMEX 2014

CAMEX has a long history of being the campus retailing industry's meeting place. For more than 90 years, volunteers and staff of the National Association of College Stores (NACS) have worked together to create and grow this leading industry event. Today CAMEX is the industry's largest trade show and educational event attracting more than 2,100 qualified buyers from more than 1,060 campus stores as well as 750+ exhibiting companies.

Organizer: National Association of College Stores
# Exhibitors:759
# Attendees:2,410
03/09/2014 to 03/11/2014
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 158,400
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