2015 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2015 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
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Premiere Orlando Premiere Orlando International Beauty Event is the beauty industry’s most important show delivering the education you need to succeed. With over 55,000 attendees representing all 50 states and 35 countries, Premiere Orlando is the hub of the beauty industry allowing professionals to connect, learn and network. Aside from being the largest beauty show with an impressive 7.3-acre exhibit floor, Premiere Orlando advances beauty professionals’ careers offering over 430 complimentary classes showcasing premium education in hair, nails, dayspa and business.
Organizer: Premiere Show Group
# Exhibitors:814
# Attendees:57,281
05/31/2015 to 06/01/2015
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 319,024
62
PPAI Expo Suppliers of promotional products, retail brand products, and decorating equipment exhibit to distributors and resellers of promotional products, incentive programs, and decorators.
Organizer: Promotional Products Association International (PPAI)
# Exhibitors:1,339
# Attendees:11,314
01/13/2015 to 01/15/2015
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 318,300
63
HAI HELI-EXPO HAI HELI-EXPO is the world's largest trade show dedicated to the international helicopter community. Serving the providers of all goods and services, aircraft manufacturers and more, and attracting the international community of helicopter pilots, mechanics, students, operators, government officials, military and industry leaders. HAI HELI-EXPO also offers professional development courses and seminars along with networking, a job fair and a host of industry sponsored events.
Organizer: Helicopter Association International - HAI
# Exhibitors:735
# Attendees:18,272
03/03/2015 to 03/05/2015
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 313,100
64
WEFTEC - Water Environment Federation Annual Technical Exhibition and Conference WEFTEC is the flagship event of the Water Environment Federation. It includes over 150 sessions, a large exhibition floor, plus workshops and tours. Attendees are water and wastewater treatment professionals.
Organizer: Water Environment Federation - WEF
# Exhibitors:1,034
# Attendees:14,711
09/26/2015 to 09/30/2015
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 311,800
65
Global Pet Expo Global Pet Expo, the pet industry’s largest annual trade show, is presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA). The 2015 Show featured 1,051 exhibiting companies, 3,113 booths and more than 3,000 new product launches. Additionally, 6,061 pet product buyers from 82 countries attended. Global Pet Expo is open to independent retailers, distributors, mass-market buyers, and other qualified professionals.
Organizer: American Pet Products Association
# Exhibitors:1,051
# Attendees:6,061
03/04/2015 to 03/06/2015
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 311,300
66
ISC West - International Security Conference West For manufacturers and distributors of security products, there's no better way to reach the security market than by exhibiting at ISC West, the largest physical security tradeshow in North America which sets the pace for the entire industry. Physical security dealers, installers, integrators, specifiers, and end-users will make their purchasing decisions for the year at ISC West.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors:1,092
# Attendees:18,196
04/15/2015 to 04/17/2015
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 309,400
67
NADA/ATD Convention & Expo The NADA Convention & Expo is considered to be the Automotive Industry Event of the Year - bringing the entire automotive industry together including Automotive Manufacturers, Franchised New Car Dealers and their Managers, Allied Industry Representatives, and Industry Vendors for peer-to-peer networking, top-rated Educational Sessions and the Premier Marketplace of products, services, technologies and trends.
Organizer: National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)
# Exhibitors:570
# Attendees:15,350
01/22/2015 to 01/25/2015
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 302,250
68
ASCO Annual Meeting The ASCO Annual Meeting attracts over 5,000 abstract submissions representing the latest in clinical and translational science in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. This cutting-edge research helps set the standard for cancer care in the United States and around the world.
Organizer: Spargo, Inc./American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
# Exhibitors:407
# Attendees:30,400
05/29/2015 to 06/02/2015
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 297,859
69
ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America The award-winning ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America is the only trade show where executives come together from all segments of the commercial and industrical cleaning industry to do business and gather information to better manage distribution companies, buidling service companies, and facility management departments. ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association and its trade show partner, Amsterdam RAI, produce ISSA/INTERCLEAN shows around the world. ISSA also hosts more than 40 educational seminars and networking opportunities in conjuction with ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America.
Organizer: ISSA - The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association
# Exhibitors:729
# Attendees:10,525
10/21/2015 to 10/23/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 295,420
70
Graphics of the Americas Trade Show Celebrating its 41st year, Graphics of the Americas, produced annually by the Printing Association of Florida, USA. GOA is one of the graphic communications industry's largest, annual, combined expositions and conferences. GOA is a unique event attracting over 6,800 printers, designers and creative professionals from North America, Central America, South America, the Caribbean and all corners of the world.
Organizer: Printing Association of Florida, Inc.
# Exhibitors:230
# Attendees:6,800
02/18/2015 to 02/20/2015
Miami Beach Convention Center Miami Beach
NSF: 287,000
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