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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North American International Toy Fair North American International Toy Fair is an annual gathering of manufacturers, distributors and marketers of toys and youth entertainment products ranging from start-ups to the biggest names in the industry. Attendees include diverse retail channels from international mass merchandisers to independent specialty retailers; trade guests include licensors, inventors and product development professionals.
Organizer: Toy Industry Association Inc.
# Exhibitors:1,055
# Attendees:13,594
02/14/2015 to 02/17/2015
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 422,797
42
RSNA Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting RSNA features both the presentation of high-quality science and education, as well as the opportunity for medical imaging technology companies to exhibit their products and servcies to generate sales. As such, the convention requires approximately 2.5 milion gross square feet of exhibit and meeting room space.
Organizer: Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
# Exhibitors:659
# Attendees:26,778
11/29/2015 to 12/04/2015
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 419,300
43
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Outdoor Retailer is the leading outdoor industry business-to-business trade event, bringing together top manufacturers, retailers, industry advocates and media to conduct the business of the recreational outdoors. We provide manufacturers of outdoor lifestyle products and opportunity to meet directly with decision makers from outdoor specialty retailers and others allied to the field.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:868
# Attendees:9,000
01/21/2015 to 01/24/2015
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center Salt Lake City
NSF: 415,724
44
E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) E3 is the world's premier trade show for computer, video and mobile games and related products. At E3, the video game industry's top talent pack the Los Angeles Convention Center, connecting tens of thousands of the best, brightest, and most innovative professionals in the interactive entertainment industry. For three exciting days, leading-edge companies, groundbreaking new technologies and never-before-seen products will be showcased. E3 connects you with both new and existing partners and provides unprecedented exposure to emerging markets.
Organizer: IDG World Expo
# Exhibitors:300
# Attendees:42,200
06/16/2015 to 06/18/2015
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 415,406
45
NACS Show The top show for the convenience and fuel retailing industry, including merchandise, candy and snacks, technology, foodservice, facility operations, and petroleum equipment and services. Attendee Profile - Convenience retailers, wholesalers and jobbers.
Organizer: National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS)
# Exhibitors:1,264
# Attendees:10,396
10/12/2015 to 10/24/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 412,600
46
FDIC - Fire Department Instructors Conference FDIC has proven year after year that it is the premier conference and exhibition for the fire industry. With the largest gathering of decision-makers, trainers and experts – as well as manufacturers and suppliers, FDIC serves as a spearhead for networking, relationship development and future revenue growth.
Organizer: PennWell Corp.
# Exhibitors:829
# Attendees:29,290
04/23/2015 to 04/26/2015
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 387,755
47
Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West, WestPack, and Various Other Co-located Shows Face-to-face community where advanced technology manufacturers find products and services to accelerate projects, and advance their careers by networking with industry peers and thought leaders.
Organizer: UBM Canon
# Exhibitors:2,014
# Attendees:21,305
02/10/2015 to 02/12/2015
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 363,090
48
PGA Merchandise Show The worldwide gathering place for the golf industry. The PGA Merchandise Show is the most meaningful rallying point of the year for golf and is the world’s doorway to the game’s future. PGA professionals and industry leaders form a dynamic community come to network and test the newest products, programs and ideas to build business and passion for the game.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors:908
# Attendees:27,328
01/20/2015 to 01/23/2015
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 362,000
49
POWER-GEN International Covering every aspect of the power generation industry, POWER-GEN International, NUCLEAR POWER International, Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America, POWER-GEN Financial Forum and GenForum converge to form Power Generation Week. Benefit from five days packed with pre-conference workshops, technical tours, more than 70 conference sessions, panel discussions, three exhibition days and multiple networking events. Gain access to nearly every facet of the market – all under one roof.
Organizer: PennWell Corp. USA
# Exhibitors:1,293
# Attendees:11,565
12/08/2015 to 12/10/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 360,000
50
Summer Fancy Food Show Summer Fancy Food Show is the largest specialty food trade event in North America and the leading showcase of industry innovation, bringing specialty food's top manufacturers, buyers, and thought leaders together under one roof for three days of delectable discovery. The show feature more than 180,000 products, 25,000 buyers, and 2,500 exhibitors.
Organizer: Specialty Food Association
# Exhibitors:2,600
# Attendees:23,200
06/28/2015 to 06/30/2015
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 360,000
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