2017 TOP US TRADE SHOWS

The 2017 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2017 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
41
E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo)

E3 is the world's premier event for computer and video 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 in the interactive entertainment industry. For three exciting days, leading-edge companies, groundbreaking new technologies and never-before-seen products will be showcased.

Organizer: IRL Events
# Exhibitors: 293
# Attendees: 36,200
06/13/2017 to 06/15/2017
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 412,400
42
The International Surface Event: SURFACES | StonExpo/Marmomac | TileExpo

The International Surface Event (TISE) is the industry marketplace for floor covering, stone and tile industry professionals to source products, equipment and services needed for their businesses. Comprised of three world-class tradeshows: SURFACES, StonExpo/Marmomac and Tile Expo events, TISE features four impressive days of the newest products, hands-on demos, inspiring trends, key manufacturers, industry suppliers, along with unmatched education and networking. Held annually in Las Vegas, TISE brings together buyers and sellers from all over the world.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 736
# Attendees: 26,258
01/17/2017 to 01/20/2017
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 403,364
43
North American Commercial Vehicle Show

The premiere trade show focused on the needs of large commercial vehicle fleets in North America. NACV includes the opportunity for major commercial vehicle manufacturers and suppliers to the industry to meet the top fleets of vehicles in North America.

Organizer: NACV Partnership, Hannover Fairs USA, NEWCOM MEDIA USA
# Exhibitors: 411
# Attendees: 8,650
09/25/2017 to 09/28/2017
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 402,000
44
ProMat 2017

ProMat 2017 is the largest exhibition in North and south America for material handling and logistics. ProMat is 37 years old and 2017 was the largest event in its history . Attendees are senior level individuals from with responsibility for warehousing and distribution, manufacturing and assembly operations from over 110 different countries.

Organizer: Material Handling Industry of America
# Exhibitors: 901
# Attendees: 33,897
04/03/2017 to 04/06/2017
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 393,645
45
Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West

MD&M West connects you with thousands of advanced design and manufacturing professionals for three days of industry immersion. Source from the world's largest collection of medtech suppliers. Connect with over 20,000 engineers and executives who are ready to forge business partnerships. Learn from industry luminaries presenting their insights. This is your chance to find answers to your current medtech challenges — from prototyping to full-scale manufacturing — while keeping up with the latest innovations reshaping the industry.

Organizer: UBM, plc
# Exhibitors: 2,000
# Attendees: 20,702
02/07/2017 to 02/09/2017
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 389,311
46
POWER-GEN International

As the World's Largest Power Generation Event, POWER-GEN International is the industry leader in providing comprehensive coverage of the trends, technologies and issues facing the generation sector. More than 1,200 companies from all sectors of the industry exhibit each year to benefit from the exposure to more than 15,000 attendees. Displaying a wide variety of products and services, POWER-GEN International represents a horizontal look at the industry with key emphasis on new solutions and innovations for the future.

Organizer: PennWell Corp.
# Exhibitors: 953
# Attendees: 8,894
12/05/2017 to 12/07/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 382,487
47
The NAFEM Show

The NAFEM Show features over 500+ foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturers providing products for food preparation, cooking, storage and table service. The show attracts foodservice professionals including operators, dealers/distributors, consultants and service agents.

Organizer: North American Assn. of Food Equipment Manufacturers/SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 598
# Attendees: 10,218
02/09/2017 to 02/11/2017
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 374,530
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: 943
# Attendees: 27,411
01/25/2017 to 01/27/2017
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 365,900
49
Summer Fancy Food Show

The 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. This show is owned and produced by the Specialty Food Association (SFA). It is a membership-based trade association founded in 1952 and currently representing 3,500+ businesses.

Organizer: Specialty Food Association
# Exhibitors: 2,678
# Attendees: 0
06/25/2017 to 06/27/2017
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 363,310
50
Performance Racing Industry Trade Show

Over 1,200 companies will display the latest advances in racing products and race engineering. Engine parts, suspension components, data acquisition, safety gear, new metal alloys and coatings, machining equipment, race electronics—it’s all part of the world’s largest racing trade show.

Organizer: Performance Racing Industry
# Exhibitors: 1,176
# Attendees: 53,561
12/07/2017 to 12/09/2017
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 354,900
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