2019 TOP Trade Shows List

The 2019 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2019 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
111
International Roofing Expo The International Roofing Expo brings all segments of the roofing construction and maintenance industry together for three days of education, exhibits and engagement. At the IRE you will make connections with both residential and commercial contractors, remodelers, distributors, estimators, specifiers, architects, engineers, builders, and manufacturers. Explore thousands of products from over 500 brands, select from over 40 educational sessions, participate in the annual Community Service Day, take part in NRCA events, attend networking receptions and more.
Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 502
# Attendees: 15,894*
02/11/2019 to 02/13/2019
Music City Center
NSF: 152,000
112
IPC APEX EXPO IPC APEX EXPO is largest event in North America for the electronics manufacturing industry which represents the entire supply chain of PCB fabricators, designers, OEM’s and EMS companies for design, printed boards, electronics assembly and test.
Organizer: IPC - Assn. Connecting Electronics Industries
# Exhibitors: 440
# Attendees: 5,292
01/29/2019 to 01/31/2019
San Diego Convention Center
NSF: 150,400
113
DISTRIBUTECH DISTRIBUTECH International is the leading annual transmission and distribution event that addresses technologies used to move electricity from the power plant through the transmission and distribution systems to the meter and inside the home. The conference and exhibition offer information, products and services related to electricity delivery automation and control systems, energy efficiency, demand response, renewable energy integration, advanced metering, T&D system operation and reliability, communications technologies, cyber security, water utility technology and more.
Organizer: Clarion Events
# Exhibitors: 553
# Attendees: 6,625
02/07/2019 to 02/09/2019
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
NSF: 149,690
114
Seatrade Cruise Global The leading annual B2B event for the global cruise industry, Seatrade Cruise Global brings together more than 13,000 buyers and suppliers from 140 countries and 300 international journalists. The four-day conference explores the latest trends with industry influencers and high-level cruise executives and includes the annual State of the Global Cruise Industry Keynote with the chief executives of the world’s largest cruise organizations. The three-day exhibition is the largest gathering of the cruise industry hosting over 700 exhibiting companies from all sectors including Design & Ship Interiors; Entertainment, Environmental & Health, Hotel Operations and Concessions, Information Technology, Ports & Destinations, Safety & Security, Ship Equipment & Shipbuilding.
Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 753
# Attendees: 13,212
04/09/2019 to 04/11/2019
Miami Beach Convention Center
NSF: 148,390
115
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: 488
# Attendees: 16,000
08/22/2019 to 08/24/2019
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center
NSF: 148,000
116
INTERPHEX For 41 years, INTERPHEX has proven to be the place to find all of the State-of-the-Art Solutions you need to Cost Effectively Develop and Manufacture Quality Product. INTERPHEX is the premier pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and device development and manufacturing event to “Experience Science through Commercialization”. Based in New York, INTERPHEX brings over 10,000 global industry professionals and 625+ leading suppliers together to “Learn It, Experience It, Procure It” through a combination of no cost technical conference, exhibits, demonstrations and networking events to leverage quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness in today’s global market.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors: 531
# Attendees: 6,674
04/02/2019 to 04/04/2019
Javits Convention Center
NSF: 144,000
117
Apartmentalize NAA’s Apartmentalize is the largest event in the rental housing industry attracting 11,000 attendees. The event offers three days of education, networking and an exposition featuring more than 575 exhibiting companies.
Organizer: National Apartment Association
# Exhibitors: 585
# Attendees: 6,500
06/26/2019 to 06/28/2019
Colorado Convention Center
NSF: 140,300
118
DEMA Show (Diving Equipment & Marketing Association) The annual DEMA Show, the largest trade-only event in the world for companies doing business in the scuba diving, ocean water sports and adventure/dive travel industries, attracts hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of dive and travel industry professionals from around the world. In addition to providing an arena in which to conduct business and network, DEMA Show offers participants the most extensive education curriculum in the industry, including DEMA-Sponsored Seminars and Exhibitor-Sponsored Seminars from participating manufacturers, travel destinations and dive certification organizations.
Organizer: NTP Events
# Exhibitors: 633
# Attendees: 4,196
11/13/2019 to 11/16/2019
Orange County Convention Center
NSF: 138,700
119
Mid-West Truck & Trailor Show "The Biggest Little Truck Show" is the first show of the year highlighting the latest in trucks, trailers, equipment, supplies and services. Attendees come from 22 Midwest states and Canada. Also inside is the "Trucker's Pride" Truck Beauty Contest highlighting both custom and work trucks. Held in conjunction with the annual convention of Mid-West Truckers Association, over 6,000 attendees represent owners and operators of for-hire and private fleets.
Organizer: Mid-West Truckers Association
# Exhibitors: 188
# Attendees: 6,330
02/01/2019 to 02/02/2019
Peoria Civic Center
NSF: 138,650
120
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: 703
# Attendees: 4,258
10/01/2019 to 10/03/2019
Tampa Convention Center
NSF: 138,000
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