2018 TOP 250 US TRADE SHOWS

The 2018 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2018 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
141
AUA Annual Meeting

The American Urological Association (AUA) continues to be a leader in developing innovative, evidence-based quality education for urologists and urologic health care professionals worldwide. Through the Annual Meeting—and other year-round educational offerings—the AUA sets the highest standards for urologic education. The Annual Meeting, in its 114th year, is the largest gathering of urologists in the world, providing unparalleled access to groundbreaking research, new guidelines and the latest advances in urologic medicine.

Organizer: American Urological Association (AUA)
# Exhibitors: 385
# Attendees: 11,307
05/18/2018 to 05/21/2018
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 122,300
142
World of Asphalt Show & Conference

North America's leading international exposition and education resource for the asphalt, pavement maintenance and traffic safety industries. World of Asphalt features in-depth, industry focused educational programming and comprehensive exhibits showcasing the latest technologies and innovations in asphalt-related equipment, products and services.

Organizer: Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
# Exhibitors: 308
# Attendees: 8,362
03/06/2018 to 03/08/2018
George R. Brown Convention Center Houston
NSF: 121,915
143
AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo

The AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo is the largest gathering of perioperative professionals in the world and the largest surgical products trade show in the U.S.

Organizer: Association of periOperative Registered Nurses
# Exhibitors: 469
# Attendees: 5,692
03/24/2018 to 03/28/2018
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 118,900
144
Apartmentalize

NAA’s Apartmentalize is the largest event in the rental housing industry attracting 10,000 attendees. The event offers three days of education, networking and an exposition featuring more than 500 exhibiting companies.

Organizer: National Apartment Association
# Exhibitors: 514
# Attendees: 5,825
06/13/2018 to 06/16/2018
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 117,600
145
National Black MBA Association Annual Conference & Expo

The National Black MBA Association, Inc. Annual Conference & Exposition hosts the largest career fair in the country. Dedicated to serving it's members, NBMBAA partners with Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 Companies as well as top business schools to recruit talent for open positions and to fill their pipeline for future opportunities.

Organizer: National Black MBA Association, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 262
# Attendees: 5,380
09/25/2018 to 09/29/2018
Cobo Center Detroit
NSF: 115,600
146
Halloween & Party Expo (co-located with HAuNTcon)

Halloween & Party Expo, co-located with HAuNTcon, is North America’s only event for the Halloween, Haunt, Party and Celebration industries. Featuring a comprehensive product selection from over 350 exhibitors plus hours of retailer education and networking. The co-location of the two events brings the entire Halloween industry of retailers and haunted attractions together under one roof.

Organizer: Clarion UX
# Exhibitors: 242
# Attendees: 4,026
01/12/2018 to 01/15/2018
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 115,498
147
Atlanta Apparel® October

Trendsetting looks in apparel, accessories and shoes were in debut at the October 2018 Atlanta Apparel Market. The permanent showroom experience was highlighted by new brands joining the collection and established exhibitors expanding their spaces. The temporary collection was again its largest to-date. The new Atlanta Apparel App launched at the Market.

Organizer: IMC, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 392
# Attendees: 12,832*
10/17/2018 to 10/20/2018
AmericasMart Atlanta Atlanta
NSF: 113,761
148
ACC.18

The ACC Expo is the global marketplace for cardiovascular innovation. Physicians, scientists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other key leaders in the cardiovascular field visit the Expo to see the latest advances and solutions in CV care.

Organizer: American College of Cardiology (ACC)/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 273
# Attendees: 11,927
03/10/2018 to 03/12/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 112,918
149
NJ State League of Municipalities Annual Conference (NJLM)

Held each November in Atlantic City at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the conference is an invaluable learning experience which yields benefits throughout the year. Delegates have the opportunity to learn at approximately 125 panels, clinics, workshops, and other sessions conducted by the League and the 21 allied associations of technical and professional employees. Commercial, government and association exhibits display the latest products and services for municipal government in over 1,000 exhibit booths.

Organizer: NJ State League of Municipalities
# Exhibitors: 725
# Attendees: 16,000*
11/13/2018 to 11/15/2018
Atlantic City Convention Center Altantic City
NSF: 110,400
150
ASI Show Orlando

ASI Show Orlando – in time for the start of the sales year – gives suppliers and distributors in the promotional product industry the first opportunity on the East coast to make connections and grow their business. The ASI Show incorporates one full day of education along with two exhibit days, and a host of networking events, including the ever popular ASI Show Bash.

Organizer: ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors: 629
# Attendees: 5,613
01/02/2018 to 01/04/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 110,100
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