Summer is just around the corner, bringing with it a season brimming with opportunities for networking, learning, and growing your business. Trade shows are an invaluable resource for trade specialists, offering the chance to connect with industry leaders, discover new trends, and showcase your own products and services. In this blog post, we’ll highlight 20 upcoming summer trade shows you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re looking to gain insights, forge partnerships, or simply stay ahead of the curve, there’s something here for everyone.
1. Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo (FRSA 2024)
June 5-7, 2024 – Kissimmee, Florida • Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
The FRSA Expo is the largest regional roofing show in the country, featuring over 220 exhibiting companies and more than 3,600 attendees. This event offers educational sessions, networking opportunities, and a trade show floor showcasing the latest products and services in the roofing industry.
2. National Fire Protection Association Conference & Expo (NFPA 2024)
June 17-19, 2024 – Orlando, Florida • Orange County Convention Center
The NFPA Conference & Expo brings together fire and life safety professionals from around the world to learn about current codes and standards, new technologies, and best practices. Attendees can also explore the expo hall featuring over 350 exhibitors showcasing their products and services.
3. RESTORE Annual Conference & Expo (RESTORE 2024)
June 17-19, 2024 – Anaheim, California • Anaheim Convention Center
RESTORE is an annual conference that brings together disaster restoration professionals for education, networking, and business development opportunities. The expo features over 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest equipment, products, and services in the restoration industry.
4. Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC 2024)
June 19 & 20 – Anaheim, California • Anaheim Convention Center
PCBC is a premier homebuilding trade show on the West Coast that attracts thousands of builders, developers, architects, contractors, and other industry professionals. The event features educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking events, and an exhibit floor with over 350 top manufacturers showcasing their products.
5. North American Tunneling Conference (NAT 2024)
June 23-26 – Nashville, Tennessee • Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
The NAT Conference is dedicated to advancing tunneling technology through education and knowledge sharing among engineers, contractors, suppliers, and owners involved in underground construction projects. The conference includes technical sessions, panel discussions, workshops, short courses, networking events, and an exhibit hall with over 200 companies displaying their products.
6. Snow & Ice Symposium (SIMA 2024)
June 25-28 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • David L. Lawrence Convention Center
SIMA is a premier event for snow removal professionals offering educational sessions on topics such as business management strategies, snow operations techniques, safety protocols, and more. The expo floor features over 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest equipment, technology, and services in the snow and ice industry.
7. Dredging Summit & Expo (WEDA 2024)
June 24-27 – Tampa, Florida • JW Mariott Tampa
WEDA is a leading conference and trade show for professionals in the dredging industry. The event includes technical sessions, panel discussions, networking events, and a trade show floor with over 100 exhibitors showcasing their products and services related to dredging, navigation, marine engineering, and construction.
8. Sunbelt Builders Show (SBS 2024)
July 11-12 – Fort Worth, Texas • Fort Worth Convention Center
SBS is one of the largest building industry events in North America featuring educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall with over 200 companies showcasing their products and services related to residential homebuilding.
9. Railway Expo (REMSA + RSSI 2024)
July 9-10 – Louisville, Kentucky • Kentucky International Convention Center
This joint conference brings together railway maintenance professionals from around the world for educational sessions, networking opportunities, and a trade show floor featuring over 250 exhibiting companies showcasing their products and services.
10. Southeast Building Conference (SEBC 2024)
July 24-25 – Orlando, Florida • Orange County Convention Center
SEBC is one of the largest building industry conferences in the Southeast United States, featuring educational sessions on topics such as design trends, construction techniques, and sales strategies. The expo hall features over 300 exhibitors displaying their products and services related to residential homebuilding.
11. Nursery Landscape Expo (TNLA 2024)
August 14-16 – San Antonio, Texas • Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
TNLA is a premier trade show for green industry professionals offering educational sessions, hands-on workshops, and an exhibit hall with over 400 vendors showcasing their products and services related to nursery plants, trees, lawn care, fertilizers, and more.
12. The Landscape Show (FNGLA 2024)
August 21-23 – Orlando, Florida • Orange County Convention Center
The Landscape Show is Florida’s premier horticulture conference, featuring educational sessions on landscape design, trends, and business management. The trade show floor showcases over 800 exhibitors displaying plants, trees, shrubs, landscape equipment, and services.
13. The Water Expo (TWE 2024)
August 21-22 – Miami, Florida • MACC Convention Center
The Water Expo is a leading trade show for water and wastewater treatment professionals featuring educational sessions, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall with over 200 companies showcasing their products and services related to water management, conservation, and sustainability.
14. The Huge Convention for Home Service (THC 2024)
August 22-24 – Nashville, Tennessee • Gaylord Opryland Convention Center
THC is the largest trade show dedicated to the home service industry featuring educational sessions on topics such as marketing strategies, customer service techniques, and more. The expo floor features over 400 exhibitors showcasing their products and services related to plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and other home services.
15. Los Angeles Build Expo (LAB 2024)
August 28-29, 2024 – Los Angeles, California • Los Angeles Convention Center
LAB is one of the largest construction trade shows in California. It offers educational sessions on topics such as project management, green building practices, and technology innovations. The expo floor features over 300 exhibitors showcasing innovative products and services. Meet thousands of buyers from the industry ranging from architects, general contractors, property managers, municipalities, and more!
16. West Coast Fence Show (WCFS 2024)
September 5-7, 2024 – Reno, Nevada • Peppermill Resort, Spa & Casino
The West Coast Fence Show, also known as WCFS, is a premier trade show for the fencing industry. It brings together manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and other fence industry professionals to showcase the latest products and services. The event features educational seminars such as Gate Automation and AFA Certification, networking opportunities, and live demonstrations of new fence products.
17. Renewable Energy Expo (RE+ 2024)
September 9-12, 2024 – Anaheim, California • Anaheim Convention Center
RE+ is an annual trade show that focuses on renewable energy technologies and solutions. It provides a platform for companies to showcase their latest innovations in solar power, wind energy, and biofuels. Attendees can also attend seminars and workshops on topics such as sustainability and clean energy policies. The Expo Hall will feature over 1,300 exhibitors and show floor sessions.
18. The Fence Show (FS 2024)
September 10-13, 2024 – Las Vegas, Nevada • South Point Expo Center
The Fence Show is one of the largest trade shows in the fencing industry. It features exhibitors from all aspects of the fence business, including manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and contractors. The event also offers educational sessions on the latest trends and techniques in fence installation and maintenance.
19. Texas Roofing Conference (RCAT 2024)
September 11-13, 2024 – Irving, Texas • Irving Convention Center at Los Colinas
The Texas Roofing Conference is a must-attend event for roofing professionals looking to stay updated on industry trends and network with colleagues. The conference includes educational sessions on topics such as safety regulations, new roofing materials, and marketing strategies for roofing businesses.
20. American Railway Engineering and Maintenance Association (AREMA 2024)
September 15-18, 2024 – Louisville, Kentucky • Kentucky International Convention Center
AREMA is a leading trade association for railway engineers and maintenance professionals. Their annual conference features technical presentations on railway engineering projects around the world, as well as networking opportunities with industry experts. Attendees can also visit the exhibit hall to see the latest products and services for railway maintenance and construction.
Conclusion
This summer is packed with opportunities for trade specialists and business owners to grow and thrive. By attending these trade shows, you’ll gain invaluable insights, forge meaningful connections, and stay ahead of industry trends. So mark your calendars, prepare your business cards, and get ready to make the most out of your summer trade show experience.
Whether you’re looking to generate leads, find new vendors, or simply learn more about your industry, there’s a trade show out there for you. Don’t miss out on these incredible opportunities to elevate your business and make lasting connections.
For more information on how to prepare for these trade shows and maximize your experience, stay tuned to our blog for additional tips and resources. See you at the shows!
