2016 Top 250 US Trade Shows

The 2016 TSNN Top 250 List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2016 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
101
National Safety Council Congress & Expo World's largest annual event dedicated to the environmental health and safety industry.
Organizer: National Safety Council (NSC)
# Exhibitors:1,102
# Attendees:8,085
10/15/2016 to 10/21/2016
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 231,200
102
Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America is the largest trade exposition in North America. In 2016, buyers, suppliers, media and other seafood-industry professionals from over 132 countries and over 1,250 exhibiting companies attended the exposition to meet face to face, discover new products and grow their businesses. Here buyers can find the newest fresh, frozen, and packaged seafood products and processing equipment, stay on top of emerging customer trends, meet suppliers, and build important relationships to grow their business and increase seafood sales.
Organizer: Diversified Communications
# Exhibitors:1,259
# Attendees:13,254
03/06/2016 to 03/08/2016
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 230,030
103
IACP Annual Conference and Exposition

Every year, the IACP Annual Conference and Exposition delivers powerful advantages to law enforcement professionals, bringing together an unmatched educational program, renowned keynote speakers, community-building special events and the largest collection of tactical equipment and technology solutions available. Thousands of dedicated professionals from federal, state, county, local and tribal agencies converge at IACP to gain the intelligence, strategies and solutions for a safer society.

Organizer: International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
# Exhibitors:715
# Attendees:11,453
10/15/2016 to 10/18/2016
Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia
NSF: 229,500
104
National Retail Federation’s Annual Convention & Expo – Retail’s BIG Show NRF is the world's largest retail trade show, with membership that comprises all retail formats and channels of distribution including department, specialty, discount, catalog, Internet, independent stores, chain restaurants, drug stores and grocery stores as well as the industry's key trading partners of retail goods and service.
Organizer: National Retail Federation (NRF)
# Exhibitors:579
# Attendees:18,500
01/17/2016 to 01/20/2016
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 229,000
105
SupplySide West SupplySide West brings together the suppliers and buyers that drive the dietary supplement, food, beverage, personal care and cosmetic marketplace. Leaders from the executive management, R&D, QA/QC and marketing teams will converge. Their goal To explore and discover innovation from around the globe to collaboratively develop the next product that will drive revenue, market share and consumer loyalty.
Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:1,222
# Attendees:6,369
10/04/2016 to 10/08/2016
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 226,100
106
National FFA Convention & Expo The National FFA Convention & Expo is the largest student gathering in the US. Exhibitors will be able to build awareness of their brand and interact with attendees with a vested interest in their operations. FFA members represent an audience vital to a company's future; by engaging with the thousands of students and advisors in attendance, exhibitors will have invaluable opportunities to significantly increase brand awareness for the next generation of employees, customers, and advocates.
Organizer: National FFA Organization
# Exhibitors:365
# Attendees:64,094
10/19/2016 to 10/22/2016
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 220,831
107
The International WorkBoat Show The International WorkBoat Show is the largest North American event serving the commercial vessel market. With nearly 1000 exhibitors the show offers a diversity that attracts vessel owner/operators from every commercial market sector as well as the boat builders/shipyards and support companies that service the vessel owners.
Organizer: Diversified Communications
# Exhibitors:900
# Attendees:7,034
11/30/2016 to 12/02/2016
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 219,600
108
Winter Fancy Food Show The Specialty Food Association is a thriving community of food artisans, purveyors, importers and entrepreneurs who bring craft, care and joy to the distinctive foods they sell. Established in 1952 in New York, the not-for-profit trade association provides its 3,000+ members in the U.S. and abroad the tools, knowledge and connections to champion and nurture their companies in an always-evolving marketplace. The Association (formerly the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, Inc.) owns and produces the Winter and Summer Fancy Food Shows, and presents the sofi Awards honoring excellence in specialty food.
Organizer: Specialty Food Association
# Exhibitors:1,392
# Attendees:19,872
01/17/2016 to 01/19/2016
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 215,550
109
DistribuTECH Conference & Exhibition DistribuTECH is the leading annual T&D 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. DistribuTECH offers two dynamic co-located events: Utility Products Conference and Exposition and Electric Light and Power Executive Conference.
Organizer: PennWell Corp.
# Exhibitors:462
# Attendees:7,442
02/09/2016 to 02/11/2016
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 209,100
110
GlobalShop GlobalShop is the world's largest annual trade show and conference dedicated to store design, visual merchandising and shopper marketing.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:651
# Attendees:4,454
03/23/2016 to 03/25/2016
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 202,103
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