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
211
NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference

Designed for business aircraft schedulers, dispatchers, and flight operations personnel, this premier professional development event offers top-level education sessions, critical peer-to-peer networking with industry professionals, and an exhibit hall with hundreds of vendors and suppliers featuring products and services that will optimize your work.

Organizer: National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
# Exhibitors: 504
# Attendees: 903
02/06/2018 to 02/09/2018
Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center Long Beach
NSF: 58,600
212
JLC LIVE New England

JLC LIVE attracts thousands of residential construction professionals from across New England to perfect their skills and build their businesses by networking with exhibiting companies, getting up-to-date practical information in conference sessions, and attending hands-on training at live building clinics.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 247
# Attendees: 9,253
03/23/2018 to 03/24/2018
Rhode Island Convention Center Providence
NSF: 57,800
213
Air, Space & Cyber Conference

As the nation's premier event for defense and aerospace professionals around the world, the Air Force Association's Air, Space & Cyber Conference brings together Air Force senior leaders and experts from government, industry, and academia. From engaging speakers and panels focused on airpower, space, and cyber developments to the technology exposition featuring the latest technology, equipment, and solutions for tomorrow’s problems, the conference has something for everyone.

Organizer: NTP Events
# Exhibitors: 142
# Attendees: 10,337
09/17/2018 to 09/19/2018
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center National Harbor, MD
NSF: 56,690
214
NGASU General Conference and Exhibition

The NGAUS General Conference and Exhibition brings together over 4,000 professionals. This conference allows members to gather and vote on top legislative priorities for NGAUS, share information, and celebrate the camaraderie of being National Guard and NGAUS members. The conference is a four-day event packed with keynote speakers, special events and access to the largest defense industry trade show of the National Guard.

Organizer: NGAUS/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 304
# Attendees: 3,305
08/25/2018 to 08/27/2018
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 54,800
215
ANCC National Magnet Conference

The mission of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA), is to promote excellence in nursing and health care globally through credentialing programs.

Organizer: American Nurses Credentialing Center/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 330
# Attendees: 8,735
10/24/2018 to 10/26/2018
Colorado Convention Center Denver
NSF: 54,500
216
Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week

HDAW is a four-day, multi-faceted, executive business conference specifically tailored for the independent HD Distributors and their suppliers. HDAW uniquely incorporates several beneficial elements for business development by combining expert presentations, discussions, educational sessions, over 1,600 pre-arranged supplier/distributor one-on-one meetings and a world-class product expo, over 24 hours of open networking time during meals, breaks and receptions, all roll in to one, power-packed program.

Organizer: William T. Glasgow Inc.
# Exhibitors: 245
# Attendees: 589
01/22/2018 to 01/25/2018
Mirage Casino-Hotel Las Vegas
NSF: 53,000
217
Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo

The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo is the only event in California exclusively serving the restaurant and foodservice industry. Keep your customers happy and your bottom line healthy with foodservice and restaurant strategies from our education program, the latest foodservice products and equipment from restaurant suppliers. And attend exciting special events including the Center Stage, FoodservCulinary Demonstration Theater, Solutions Center and ACF Culinary Competition. This event is sponsored by the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association and produced and managed by Urban Expositions.

Organizer: Clarion UX
# Exhibitors: 408
# Attendees: 8,523
08/19/2018 to 08/21/2018
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 52,837
218
ADA 2018 - America's Dental Meeting

American Dental Association annual meeting.

Organizer: American Dental Association/Corcoran Expositions, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 300
# Attendees: 11,660
10/18/2018 to 10/20/2018
Hawaii Convention Center Honolulu
NSF: 52,200
219
ONS 43rd Annual Conference

Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Annual Congress joins more than 3,400 oncology nurses for four days of learning, networking, and advancing the oncology nursing profession. Attendees influence cancer care in all practice settings. They come to Congress for education and to research products and services that can help improve cancer care. Exhibiting companies range from commercial and hospital nurse recruitment to patient advocacy groups. Congress exhibitors introduce new therapies, products, and services, promote patient advocacy initiatives, and share career opportunities.

Organizer: SmithBucklin/Oncology Nursing Society
# Exhibitors: 241
# Attendees: 3,513
05/17/2018 to 05/20/2018
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Wasington, DC
NSF: 51,600
220
2018 Duty Free Show of the Americas

The Duty Free Show of the Americas is a forum intended to bring together IAADFS supplier members with operators of duty free stores worldwide and to facilitate business dealings between these two vital segments of the duty free industry. Meeting attendees include the operators of duty free stores in North America, South America, and the Caribbean, in addition to their suppliers from all over the world.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 130
# Attendees: 947
03/18/2018 to 03/21/2018
Orlando World Center Marriott Orlando
NSF: 50,527
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