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
209
Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting The TRB Annual Meeting program covers all transportation modes, with more than 5,000 presentations in nearly 750 sessions and workshops addressing topics of interest to all attendees—policy makers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions.
Organizer: Transportation Research Board (TRB)/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 216
# Attendees: 13,981
01/13/2019 to 01/17/2019
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
NSF: 40,300
210
NSBA: National Conference for Public Educators Leaders The NSBA National Conference for Public Education Leaders is the one national event that brings together education leaders to learn about best governance practices, gain insight into child development and learn about new programs and technology that can help enrich student learning. NSBA 2020 is one of the few—if not the only—places where school board members from around the country can receive the training necessary to address the instructional needs of students and to improve the efficiency of district operations.
Organizer: National School Boards Association
# Exhibitors: 227
# Attendees: 7,000
03/30/2019 to 04/01/2019
Pennsylvania Convention Center
NSF: 40,000
211
BIOMEDevice / ESC / Design & Manufacturing Boston / ESC Boston Conference BIOMEDevice Boston is the region’s largest event for engineers and executives working within New England’s innovative manufacturing sectors — medical device OEMs, aerospace/defense contractors, and robotics. Showcasing materials, components, and technologies enabling advanced products and services, BIOMEDevice facilitates valuable connections between buyers and suppliers and provides educational and networking opportunities to advance the community’s professional development and improve medical devices.
Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 351
# Attendees: 2,766
05/15/2019 to 05/16/2019
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
NSF: 39,950
212
AFCEA TechNet Cyber TechNet Cyber, formerly the Defensive Cyber Operations Symposium, will be the staging area for military, industry and academia to discuss and plan how to achieve persistent engagement, persistent presence and innovation. It is the opportunity to devise a new strategy to build resilience and defend networks.
Organizer: AFCEA/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 233
# Attendees: 3,203
05/14/2019 to 05/16/2019
Baltimore Convention Center
NSF: 39,065
213
Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo is the annual event providing restaurateurs, foodservice operators, caterers and commercial foodservice personnel with access to the hottest menu trends, state of the art design and decor, the best in business education and 450 of the leading vendors and purveyors dedicated to serving the restaurant & foodservice community — all under one roof. Energize your business through live culinary demonstrations, competitions, award ceremonies, new products, education and emerging trends. The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo is co-located with Healthy Food Expo West and Coffee Fest.
Organizer: Clarion Events
# Exhibitors: 328
# Attendees: 5,024
08/25/2019 to 08/27/2019
Los Angeles Convention Center
NSF: 38,793
214
Microscopy & Microanalysis Microscopy & Microanalysis (M&M) is the annual meeting of the Microscopy Society of America and Microanalysis Society bringing together over 1900 scientists and technologists for education, networking and the largest annual microscopy exhibition.
Organizer: Corcoran Expositions, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 134
# Attendees: 2,074
08/05/2019 to 08/08/2019
Oregon Convention Center
NSF: 38,200
215
North American Snow Conference APWA’s North American Snow Conference, also known as The Show for Snow, is an annual conference and trade show, bringing together more than 2,000 public works professionals and exhibitors dedicated to serving and protecting their communities. It’s four days of education sessions, technical tours and networking, and features an exhibit floor with the newest equipment, products and services available in snow & ice control and winter road maintenance.
Organizer: American Public Works Association (APWA)
# Exhibitors: 172
# Attendees: 1,312
05/19/2019 to 05/21/2019
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center
NSF: 38,000
216
ALUMINUM USA ALUMINUM USA is a leading industry event covering the entire value chain from upstream (mining, smelting) via midstream (casting, rolling, extrusions) to downstream (finishing, fabrication). Every two years, ALUMINUM USA offers a forum leading suppliers and industry professionals to come together for face to face meetings, exhibition, cutting-edge conference and educational programming and technology-based networking opportunities. ALUMINUM USA is the ideal event for end-users from application industries such as automotive, aerospace, construction, packaging and electrical & electronics.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors: 258
# Attendees: 1,078
09/12/2019 to 09/13/2019
Music City Center
NSF: 37,810
217
ABX | ArchitectureBoston Expo

ABX | ArchitectureBoston Expo is the largest architecture, building and design event in the Northeast. Attracting professionals across all AEC disciplines, the industry comes together at this annual event to conduct face-to-face meetings, experience the newest innovations, participate in cutting-edge educational workshops, and build relationships at networking events. The educational program offers 100+ accredited workshops divided into 13 specialized tracks addressing the hottest topics across the industry.

Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 217
# Attendees: 6,945
11/06/2019 to 11/07/2019
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 37,300
218
SupplySide East The best products start with the best ingredients. Join us at the East Coast’s leading ingredient and solutions trade show. Join 250+ exhibitors featuring the most innovative ingredients and formulation techniques to drive your brand forward. Gain insight and network with the leading health and nutrition industry professionals from across the globe.
Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 280
# Attendees: 2,031
04/09/2019 to 04/10/2019
Meadowlands Exposition Center
NSF: 34,040
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