2017 TOP US TRADE SHOWS

The 2017 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2017 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
1
CONEXPO-CON/AGG

CONEXPO-CON/AGG is North America’s largest construction trade show representing asphalt, aggregates, concrete, earthmoving, lifting, mining, utilities and more.

Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
# Exhibitors: 2,375
# Attendees: 92,836
03/07/2017 to 03/11/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 2,665,713
2
CES

CES 2017 was another record-breaking year as we celebrated 50 years as the global stage for innovation. We welcomed 184,498 executives to our 2.61 million net square feet of exhibit space, with 4,015 exhibiting companies and more than 7,000 media highlighting ground-breaking and life-changing technologies. And with technology debuts in 5G, vehicle technology, fashion, health care, sports, artificial intelligence and more, CES was proud to feature tech from all facets of the industry.

Organizer: Consumer Technology Association
# Exhibitors: 4,015
# Attendees: 116,958
01/05/2017 to 01/08/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center/Sands Expo & Convention Center/Various Hotels Las Vegas
NSF: 2,618,487
3
Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market - July

The Market delivered buyers from every U.S. state and more than 70 countries with 19 national and global buying groups attending. The premiere production of AmericasMart LIVE featured a cast of globally celebrated thought leaders in a new multimedia Market experience connecting today’s cultural icons and lifestyle experts with AmericasMart’s large and growing international community of buyers and sellers. ICON HONORS 2017 celebrated the professional achievements on the most important and anticipated night in the gift and home industry. Fast and furious order writing occurred throughout the Market across AmericasMart’s three buildings, 15 permanent collections and 32 temporary categories. There was an opening of nearly 60 new and expanded permanents showroom in all product centers.

Organizer: AmericasMart® Atlanta
# Exhibitors: 2,427
# Attendees: 86,871
07/11/2017 to 07/18/2017
AmericasMart Atlanta Atlanta
NSF: 1,334,549
4
Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market - January

The Atlanta January Market closed its eight-day run with an expansive global customer base, record-breaking new-buyer registrations and international attendance increases—all marking its 60th-anniversary staging. Atlanta’s January advances produced a climate of resurgent business optimism and vitality in the first and largest show of the U.S. winter market season and set the precedent for a radically redefined and reimagined AmericasMart July Market experience. The January Market registered the vast majority of America’s celebrated Top 100 retailers, together with designers, specifiers, online merchants, independent retailers, trend setters, tastemakers and high-profile buying groups from every U.S. state and 81 nations worldwide.

Organizer: AmericasMart® Atlanta
# Exhibitors: 2,748
# Attendees: 92,120
01/10/2017 to 01/17/2017
AmericasMart Atlanta Atlanta
NSF: 1,257,061
5
ICUEE - The Intl. Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition

The International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE), also known as The Demo Expo, is the premier event for utility professionals and construction contractors to gain comprehensive insight into the latest technologies, innovations, and trends affecting their industry.

Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
# Exhibitors: 1,009
# Attendees: 10,450
10/03/2017 to 10/05/2017
Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville
NSF: 1,236,135
6
SEMA 2017 Show (Specialty Equipment Market Association)

The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry's brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center. As part of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week, the SEMA Show attracts more than 160,000 industry leaders from over 130 countries for unlimited profit opportunities in the automotive, truck and SUV, powersports and RV markets.

Organizer: Specialty Equipment Market Association
# Exhibitors: 2,400
# Attendees: 162,756
10/31/2017 to 11/03/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 1,212,400
7
Florida RV SuperShow

The Florida RV SuperShow promotes the RV lifestyle and camping in the State of Florida.

Organizer: Florida RV Trade Association
# Exhibitors: 345
# Attendees: 1,000
01/17/2017 to 01/22/2017
Florida State Fairgrounds Tampa
NSF: 1,102,253
8
America's Largest RV Show

America's Largest RV Show - Hershey is a hybrid show that combines both industry and public events. The first two days are dedicated to the industry with education and training opportunities. Exhibits open on the second day for those interested in seeing the latest products in the market. The last 5 days are open to the public. It is the first show in the country to debut the new model year products.

Organizer: Pennsylvania RV & Camping Assn.
# Exhibitors: 201
# Attendees: 2,644
09/11/2017 to 09/17/2017
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Hershey, PA
NSF: 1,063,500
9
2017 NBAA-BACE Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition

NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) brings together more than 27,000 key aviation contacts from around the world, including current and prospective business aircraft owners, manufacturers and customers into one meeting place to get critical work accomplished.

Organizer: National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
# Exhibitors: 1,055
# Attendees: 25,630
10/10/2017 to 10/12/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center/Henderson Executive Airport Las Vegas
NSF: 1,059,000
10
NAB Show

NAB Show is the world's largest event encompassing The M.E.T. Effect, the convergence of media, entertainment and technology. With 103,000 attendees from 161 countries and 1,800+ exhibitors, NAB Show is the ultimate marketplace for solutions that transcend traditional broadcasting and embrace content delivery to new screens in new ways. From creation to consumption, across multiple platforms and countless nationalities, NAB Show is where global visionaries convene to bring content to life.

Organizer: National Association of Broadcasters
# Exhibitors: 1,806
# Attendees: 68,902
04/22/2017 to 04/27/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 1,019,792
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