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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Fresh Summit Convention & Expo Fresh Summit is the largest fresh fruit, vegetable and floral show in the Americas. It brings over 18,000 industry leaders from across the supply chain and around the world together to share ideas, create connections, cultivate industry talent and experience the latest industry innovations.
Organizer: Produce Marketing Association
# Exhibitors:1,060
# Attendees:11,735
10/23/2015 to 10/25/2015
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 267,400
82
AAOS Annual Meeting The AAOS Annual Meeting is the largest yearly gathering of orthopaedic surgeons and health care professionals. The AAOS Annual Meeting provides attendees with the opportunity to see, touch, and compare all of the latest surgical, diagnostic, practice productivity, and technology related products and services.
Organizer: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
# Exhibitors:716
# Attendees:17,849
03/25/2015 to 03/27/2015
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 261,620
83
IFT15: Where Science Feeds Innovation Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is a nonprofit professional academic society with approximately 18,000 members working in food science, technology, and related professions in academia, industry and government. IFT exists to advance the science of food and the long-range vision is to ensure a safe and abundant food supply contributing to healthier people everywhere. The Annual Meeting brings together professionals involved in both the science and the business of food — experts from industry, academia and government. Our meeting features the latest food products, the hottest food trends, and the most important developments in the science of food.
Organizer: Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
# Exhibitors:1,225
# Attendees:12,240
07/12/2015 to 07/14/2015
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 261,200
84
AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition AUSA's Annual Meeting consists of informative presentations, panel discussions on pertinent military and national security subjects, workshops and important AUSA business meetings. The three day event also includes over 600 industry and military exhibits occupying 500,000 gross square feet of exhibit space. Up-to-date presentations on the state of the Army, by the Army Chief of Staff and other senior Army and Department of Defense representatives makes AUSA's Annual Meeting an event not to be missed.
Organizer: Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
# Exhibitors:616
# Attendees:17,618
10/12/2015 to 10/14/2015
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC
NSF: 260,411
85
Cosmoprof North America Manufacturers of beauty products, such as hair, nail, equipment and tools, packaging, cosmetics, fragrances, personal care items and salon and spa products exhibit at Cosmoprof North America. Buyers consists of wholesaler distributors, OTC's, high end department and specialty stores. importers and exporters who deal with beauty and fragrance products, both in the professional sector and retail.
Organizer: North American Beauty Events, LLC
# Exhibitors:1,015
# Attendees:22,750
07/12/2015 to 07/14/2015
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 252,908
86
Surf Expo - Winter Surf Expo is the global watersports and beach lifestyle tradeshow featuring manufacturers and distributors of boardsports, hardgoods and lifestyle accessories, resortwear and fashion accessories, beach products and souvenirs.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:1,135
# Attendees:9,202
01/08/2015 to 01/10/2015
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 252,200
87
HD Expo Established in 1992, HD Expo is the premier trade show for the hospitality design industry. Presented by Hospitality Design magazine, the show is at the forefront of offering the newest and most innovative products and services, encouraging and sharing ideas, providing inspiration and connecting the industry.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:764
# Attendees:7,816
05/13/2015 to 05/15/2015
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 250,720
88
FASHION COTERIE - Feb. Coterie is a premier global marketplace that bridges apparel and accessories designers to the international Who’s Who of retailers. Coterie builds exclusive, shopping experiences from the ground up so that designers and buyers can create a synergy that fuels their businesses. Coterie is a platform for generating revenue and inspiring trends.
Organizer: UBM Advanstar
# Exhibitors:1,479
# Attendees:16,257
02/23/2015 to 02/25/2015
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 249,825
89
FASHION COTERIE - Sept. Coterie is a premier global marketplace that bridges apparel and accessories designers to the international Who’s Who of retailers. Coterie builds exclusive, shopping experiences from the ground up so that designers and buyers can create a synergy that fuels their businesses. Coterie is a platform for generating revenue and inspiring trends.
Organizer: UBM Advanstar
# Exhibitors:1,174
# Attendees:16,874
09/19/2015 to 09/21/2015
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 243,474
90
AWFS®Fair AWFS® is the largest association within the industry based in the US with memberships of US & International manufacturers, distributors and suppliers of machinery, hardware, wood products, plastics, and other non-wood materials and accessories and materials to manufacturers.
Organizer: Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS)
# Exhibitors:592
# Attendees:10,557
07/22/2015 to 07/25/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 242,640
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