12 Most Popular Las Vegas Trade Shows
Las Vegas has it all and then some. Visitors have every delight at their fingertips in the town that never sleeps.
Hot-ticket shows from Celine Dion, David Copperfield, and Cirque du Soleil delight and amaze audience goers. See the Bellagio Fountains where thousands of fountains shoot 500 feet in the air with Frank Sinatra crooning in the background. Ride the High Roller Ferris Wheel 550 feet in the air to have views of the airport, the Vegas strip or the surrounding valley while enjoying their open bar.
Of course, you can hit the casinos for slots, poker, craps, and more. Las Vegas does everything in a big way. The trade shows that visit Las Vegas and draw thousands of visitors annually are no exception.
Las Vegas trade shows go big too. Check out this list of ten of the biggest trade shows to bring their act to town each year. Attendees can delight not only in the offerings of Las Vegas but also in the newest and best ideas from their industry.
Consumer Electronic Show
This is the granddaddy of Las Vegas trade shows. 180,000 consumer electronics industry professionals from 160 countries converge on the Las Vegas Convention Center to get a look at what's up and coming in electronics for the next year.
The 2.7 million square feet of exhibit space is broken into 24 categories of electronics. This Las Vegas technology show has more than you can imagine for the tech geek in you.
Some inspired finds might include:
- Smart luggage that has the ability to follow you
- Underwater drones
- 5G options galore for our phones
- Self-driving cars
- 3-D printing
- Augmented reality and virtual reality galore
Over 1,000 technology inspired start-up companies will be vying to be the next trend in electronics. One trend to watch is Smart technology going from phones to your home, office, car and the world all around you.
Those in the $398 billion tech industry will leave the Consumer Electronics Show with the newest and greatest in technology finds for the upcoming year.
NAB Show
The NAB Show is billed as the world's largest digital media and entertainment event. The show runs during spring at the Las Vegas Convention Center. It brings in 1,700+ exhibitors in the media and broadcasting industry.
The show features six days of learning from industry leaders. It gives visitors in the industry the opportunity to try out, and to purchase the newest in digital media technology.
Over the last eight decades, this show has been instrumental in helping those in the industry to keep up with the fast-moving evolution of technology in the industry. While NAB meets in other cities at other points in the year, this trade show in Las Vegas is its biggest gathering.
ToyFest West
Touted as the second largest and second oldest show of its kind, the annual show usually meets in late February/March at the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa.
Toy stores representing 40 states and six countries converge to see the exhibitors and their toys. The trade show includes a gala reception, the Annual Hall of Fame Awards Gala, and seminars.
The signature event of the show is the fun-filled Toyfest Game Night. Participants play a round-table of games over three hours where they get introduced to new board games. The event offers food and drinks and lots of industry excitement as players rotate every 15 minutes to experience a new game.
Magic Las Vegas
This is the largest American Las Vegas trade show and expo for clothing, footwear, and fashion accessories for men, women, and children.
Hosted by UBM Fashion, this organization offers shows in New York, Japan, and its headline show in Las Vegas. It brings together the $1 trillion dollar fashion industry to see what's new and exciting for the new year in fashion.
This trade show in Las Vegas meets at the Las Vegas Convention Center in August. 40 countries representing the entire global industry sourcing will be together under one roof for industry insiders.
Motor Trend International Auto Show
In September the auto industry comes together to show off their new releases. The Las Vegas Convention Center is the home to this west coast auto extravaganza.
Over 350 cars, trucks, and SUVs will be shown from the U.S. and foreign car makers. This year's show offers attendees the chance to even test drive vehicles on the spot.
This Las Vegas trade show is open to those in the industry first, then general public following. If you want your chance to sit in your dream car, or really shop for your next car purchase, this is the show to visit.
Every flavor Ford, Chevy, and Chrysler, to Toyota and Honda, will showcase their fleet. Then you can do some car dreaming in the luxury lines like Mercedes, Lamborghini, Ferrari and more and the Motor Trend International Auto Show.
Money 20/20 USA
If it's about money, it will be at the Money 20/20 show in Las Vegas. Held at the Venetian Hotel and Resort, this show runs in the fall.
500+ speakers are featured over the four-day show. They highlight the trends and industry insight related to banks, payments, financial and big technology. Learn how to take your business to the next level.
The show will feature big-name leaders as well as startups sharing their stories, ideas, and innovations. Each year this show gathers together 100 of newest innovators connected to money and hosts the Money 20/20 StartUp Academy.
Being a part of the group means many perks including:
- One complimentary all-access pass to the show
- Exclusive meetings with industry insiders
- Academy cocktail event
- Website branding
- Money 20/20 merchandise and swag
- Potential invitation to Startup Pitch
The Academy group gets the opportunity to learn and grow from the wisdom of those leaders in the financial world.
SHOT Show
60,000 passionate sportsmen, hunters, outdoorsmen attended this year's SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show). Held each year in January, this year's show was at the Sands Expo & Convention Center.
For the gun enthusiast, this is the place to visit. There were acres of guns on display. Visitors can look at, try out and purchase a plethora of gun and gun related items.
With big-name politicians and celebrities like WWE wrestlers featured, the show is a menagerie of everything related to hunting, shooting, and the outdoors. A total of over 2,000 exhibits shows the newest trends in:
- Air Gun/Air Soft products
- Ammunition
- Cutlery, sharpeners, and knives
- Firearms
- Firearms cabinets, safes, and locks
- Firearms maintenance and cleaning equipment
- Fishing gear and equipment
- Holsters and leather goods
- Hunting gear and accessories
The SHOT Show has something for everyone who considers themselves an outdoorsman.
CosmoProf North America
This show is all-encompassing everything beauty related. For those in the beauty industry in any way, this show has it:
- Packaging
- Products
- Spa and wellness
- Nails
- Beauty tools
- Personal Care
Visit Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the largest B2B beauty trade show. The show is open only to those who are part of the industry; the general public will have to wait to see what you find while there.
The 40,000+ attendees will have the opportunity to see over 1,400 exhibitors from 56 different countries. There will be brand launches and the newest in beauty product innovations. Meeting with industry leaders and developing well-known business contacts in the industry is an added bonus.
Las Vegas Souvenir and Gift Show
The largest show for those in the souvenir and resort business. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, this is a must-see for those hoping to present the hottest in souvenir purchases.
The 1,300 exhibitors will offer a look into the top brands for the industry. Offering a selection in:
- Destination, resort, and tourist merchandise
- Souvenirs
- T-shirts
- Beach items
- Jewelry and fashion accessories
- Toys and games
The same souvenirs and trinkets you bring home from your next vacation will once have been a part of this show.
Las Vegas Jewelry and Antique Show
This show open only to those in the trade is the largest of its kind. Meeting at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the show brings in industry specialist in fine antique jewelry.
Over 400 dealers showcase their antique and estate jewelry and vintage watches to buyers at this Las Vegas trade show. Top designer pieces will be shown from the likes of Cartier, Tiffany’s, Harry Winston, Van Cleef & Arpels, and others. Jewelry trends from all eras will be represented in the show from Renaissance to modern.
Antique jewelry dealers from over 20 countries bring in serious collectors and those leaders in the industry.
International Sign Expo
The International Sign Expo is the largest sign and Visual aid show. The show is held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The show brings together the newest and most innovative sign and visual aid designs. The show hosts over 583 exhibiting companies and 20,000 attendees.
Major attendees include local sign companies, Nonprofits, Printers, Direct Sign Companies and Design Firms. The Sign Show also allows vendors and clients to meet face to face. For all your signage needs check out the International Sign Show.
National Hardware Show
The National Hardware Show is the largest hardware show in the US. The show is held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The show is hosted annually and brings in the largest number of tools and hardware suppliers. Some companies include Black and Decker, Cross Master, Adams USA, Pressure Bro, and many others.
With around 30,000 attendees per year, this is the largest hardware show in the nation. The show also boasts international companies and over 500 vendors. For all your hardware needs check out the National Hardware Show.
Must See Las Vegas Trade Shows
The saying what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas couldn't be further from the truth when you visit a Las Vegas trade show. It provides the opportunity for industry experts and leaders to share and inspire others in the industry. Whether that means the newest curling irons, rifles, resort gear, automobiles or toys, Las Vegas runs the gambit in industry trade shows.
Trade shows also offer the chance to showcase the newest line-up of products and trends connected to their industry. And don't forget it all happens in the spotlight of Las Vegas and all it has to offer its visitors.
If you are coming as an exhibitor to one of these Las Vegas trade shows contact us to help with all your show needs. We'll help you create an exhibit that visitors will flock to see.
