The USA trade show industry is vibrant, providing businesses opportunities to strengthen their brand. Participating in these trade shows helps develop valuable connections. Following the challenges associated with lockdowns, attending trade shows is especially appealing as an avenue of in-person networking. Here, we present a guide to 33 of the USA's most noteworthy trade shows for 2024. This guide offers exhibitors a detailed look into each event so that informed decisions can be made. Our thorough research for participants can bring tangible benefits regardless of their experience level.
February 6 – 8, 2024
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
MD&M West is an essential event for MedTech professionals from around the globe, with over 8,000 exhibitors from 76 different countries participating. The conference features expert panels discussing current research findings - making this event an essential opportunity for those working within medical manufacturing.
January 7 – 10, 2025
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
CES is the world's leading consumer technology trade show, hosting over 4,300 exhibitors and 135,000 attendees in CES 2025. As the platform for innovations to debut, this global trade fair is one of the most significant global tech trade shows.
May 6 – 9, 2024
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis
WINDPOWER 2024, hosted by AWEA, is set to become an extraordinary event in the wind energy sector, providing networking and learning opportunities from industry experts and showcasing new products and services.
November 19 – 22, 2024
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
IAAPA Expo, Orlando, is the premier trade show for theme park and amusement industry professionals, bringing together over 38,000 verified buyers from 90 countries. Held annually, the 2024 edition promises an immersive experience with the latest innovations, cutting-edge technologies, and unparalleled networking opportunities. The event features productive conferences, keynote sessions by global leaders, and panel discussions, making it the ultimate platform for industry insights and development.
November 5 – 8, 2024
Venetian Expo Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) is a pivotal event for the automotive aftermarket, providing opportunities for conversations, profitable deals, and expert insights from industry insiders. A distinctive trade show exhibit can make all the difference at AAPEX.
March 26 – 28, 2024
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
NHS is the go-to trade show for discovering new buying opportunities, merchandising solutions and networking within the hardware industry. Bringing together over 2,800 exhibitors and 20,000 attendees annually, NHS provides companies an invaluable chance to expand their clientele base and drive revenue growth.
May 6 – 9, 2024
NRG Park, Houston, Texas
Once every two years. OTC is the world's leading conference for offshore resources, providing C-suite leaders, 100+ speakers globally and over 300 journalists a platform to meet. Take advantage of this premier USA exhibition in 2024!
June 8 – 14, 2024
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
InfoComm 2024 is a premier trade show event dedicated to the professional audiovisual industry, with 700 exhibitors and 29,325 trade show visitors attending over four days. International exhibitors have an excellent opportunity to establish themselves within this AV sector.
May 31 – June 3, 2024
The Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, NV
JCK Las Vegas, held annually in Vegas, is an important trade event in the jewellery industry and attracts over 30,000 industry professionals and 1,800 global exhibitors annually. JCK Las Vegas allows exhibitors to make an impactful statement about themselves within this dynamic sector of commerce.
March 12 – 16, 2024
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
Attracting over 2,226 global exhibitors and 60,565 attendees annually, Natural Products Expo West 2024 promises to be one of the biggest trade shows for healthy, natural & organic product exhibitors and their industry. Exhibitors should invest in a trade show booth for maximum impact at this trade show.
March 26 – 28, 2024.
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells, CA
Process Expo is an annual trade show dedicated to food processing technology. Exhibitors display cutting-edge innovations at this annual show, while seminars and networking opportunities make this an indispensable event for industry professionals.
October 18 – 21, 2024
International Ophthalmic Conference, Chicago, US
McCormick Place in Chicago will host AAO 2024, an industry trade show with keynote lectures, instructional courses, and networking opportunities worldwide for eye care and healthcare providers. Over 9,000 physicians and healthcare professionals are expected to attend, providing an ideal platform for knowledge transfer.
June 3 – 6, 2024
San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA, US
At the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Bio 2024 is an event organized by BIO that draws thousands of biotech companies, academic institutions, and organizations together for over 500 education sessions and 17,306 attendees - Bio International Convention is an essential event in the biotech industry!
March 18 – 20, 2024
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA
Pack Expo 2024 will bring together over 25,000 industry professionals from 40 vertical markets at the Pennsylvania Convention Center to showcase consumer packaged goods and life sciences companies from all around the globe. Exhibitors should join this USA exhibition to expand their packaging business.
October 15 – 17, 2024
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
FABTECH is an event dedicated to finding world-class suppliers, engaging high-level decision-makers and gathering marketing insights. Exhibitors use this event as an invaluable platform to generate leads and promote their brands, making FABTECH an essential trade show event.
March 29 – April 7, 2024
Jacob Javits Convention Center, Manhattan, NY
The Auto Show offers exhibitors an opportunity to present innovative designs. Bringing together companies from around the world for this global showcase event in 2024 is sure to make this show noteworthy!
July 22 – 28, 2024
Wittman Regional and Pioneer Airport, Oshkosh, WI
About EAA Air Venture Oshkosh 2024: As a platform for aviation exhibitors, with indoor and outdoor exhibit options, EAA Air Venture Oshkosh 2024 draws a targeted audience of aviation professionals.
November 5 – 8, 2024
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
SEMA Show allows exhibitors to connect with buyers from the specialty equipment industry and market their brands directly. The exhibit attracts over 132,000 visitors from 140 nations annually and ranks among one of the most attended US shows annually.
September 17 – 19, 2024
Molly Caren Agricultural Center, London, Ohio
Farm Science Review is an annual event offering networking opportunities between manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and distributors of agricultural products and services. Over 500 companies participate yearly with over 20,000 attendees, making this an excellent event to showcase agricultural companies as exhibitors.
October 23 – 24, 2024
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
FLIBS is one of the largest boat shows globally, covering every facet of the marine and nautical industry. The event attracts over 100,000 attendees each year and 1,200+ exhibitors; this trade show stands as a premier trade event in 2024.
April 13 – 17, 2024
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
NAB Show is an annual broadcast technology event that draws over 99,000 attendees and 1,717 Las Vegas Convention Center exhibitors annually. Exhibitors should create an eye-catching trade show booth to maximize impact at this show.
April 13 – 17, 2024.
High Point, NC, US
High Point Market Spring is one of the largest trade shows for furnishings in 2024, drawing over 75,000 visitors and 2,000 exhibitors from across North America and offering brands participating in high visibility at this show.
April 17 – 19, 2024
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, Texas
NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits is an annual event with one of the world's largest collections of firearms and accessories on display, attracting over 80,000 Second Amendment supporters and 800+ companies every year. In 2024, it promises to become an even more impressive trade show than before!
October 1 – 4, 2024
Alliant Energy Center, Madison, WI
World Dairy Expo is an exclusive biennial international expo dedicated exclusively to dairy farmers from 100 different nations. Exhibitors can showcase their latest technologies and innovations for brand-building at this 60,000+ visitor event held every two years at Alliant Energy Center Madison.
June 1 – 3, 2024
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando
Premiere Orlando is an annual beauty and cosmetics trade show attended by more than 50,200 attendees each year. Exhibitors will display skin care products, beauty treatments, and haircare solutions during this three-day exhibition.
February 13 – 16, 2024.
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
MAGIC Las Vegas Trade Show is one of the largest fashion marketplaces in America, with more than 200,000 visitors and 5,000 exhibitors participating annually. It offers unique networking opportunities between retailers, buyers, and brands.
January 23 – 25, 2024
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
World of Concrete is an annual international event designed to connect professionals in the concrete and masonry industries with innovative equipment and products from over 1,500 companies, serving as an essential showcase. This gathering represents one of the biggest industry gatherings worldwide, with many companies attending each year.
August 3 – 8, 2024.
Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas
As one of the premier events for information security professionals, Black Hat USA offers unparalleled networking opportunities. The fourth Annual Black Hat USA Event provides professionals in this sector an ideal forum to form connections that lead to breakthroughs that benefit all.
December 1 – 6, 2024
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
RSNA is an annual event which brings together doctors, radiologists, and professionals in the medical imaging field. Exhibitors can display the latest CT, MRI, and AI solutions to key decision-makers.
May 6 – 8, 2024
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
CLEAN POWER is an exclusive event for utility-scale renewable companies in the West, providing networking opportunities and growth for utility-scale renewable companies. Over 5,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors attend annually, making it a truly exceptional event in 2024.
January 21 – 23, 2025
Miami Beach Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Cosmoprof North America is the premier beauty trade show for cosmetics and personal care industry professionals. Attracting over 704 exhibitors and 19,000 attendees this year, Cosmoprof North America 2025 is a platform to discover new products, trends and networking opportunities within this sector.
October 7 – 10, 2024
Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, Michigan
The Battery Show is an industry event dedicated to advanced battery technologies, featuring energy storage solutions, materials and manufacturing from over 800 exhibitors and 15,000 attendees from the battery industry. It is one of the primary trade shows for battery products and solutions.
September 9 – 12, 2024
San Francisco, California
Oracle OpenWorld is the go-to conference for IT and business professionals interested in Oracle cloud technology, applications, and software. From keynotes to hands-on labs and networking opportunities - Oracle OpenWorld should be noticed by those working in technology!
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