Last updated: September 1, 2026
Las Vegas hosts major trade shows across technology, construction, automotive, fashion, beauty, media, packaging and other business sectors. This guide separates upcoming 2026 events from announced 2027 shows, then organizes them by industry and venue so you can compare the shows themselves before considering exhibit costs or booth planning.
Upcoming Las Vegas B2B Trade Shows in 2026
The following events were still upcoming on September 1, 2026. “Event dates” may include education, conferences or networking, while “expo dates” identify the days when the show floor is open. That difference matters when you schedule demonstrations, booth staff and customer meetings.
| Trade show | What the show covers | Event dates | Expo dates | Venue | Access note | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GlassBuild America | Flat glass, windows, doors and fenestration systems | Sep 23–25 | Sep 23–25 | LVCC West Building | Registration or exhibitor participation required | GlassBuild America |
| PRINTING United Expo | Printing equipment, graphics and production technology | Sep 23–25 | Sep 23–25 | LVCC North & Central Halls | Registration required | PRINTING United |
| G2E | Casino gaming, iGaming and hospitality technology | Sep 28–Oct 1 | Sep 29–Oct 1 | The Venetian Expo | Registration required | G2E |
| IMEX America | Meetings, events and incentive travel | Smart Monday Oct 12; show Oct 13–15 | Oct 13–15 | Mandalay Bay | Intended for the meetings and events industry | IMEX America |
| Money20/20 USA | Fintech, banking, payments and financial technology | Oct 18–21 | Check the current agenda for show-floor programming | The Venetian | A valid event pass is required | Money20/20 USA |
| SupplySide Global | Ingredients, supplements and finished food and beverage products | Education Oct 26–30 | Oct 28–30 | Mandalay Bay | Business-category and pass requirements apply | SupplySide Global |
| SEMA Show | Automotive specialty products | Nov 3–6 | Nov 3–6 | LVCC | Trade-only except the official public Friday program | SEMA Show |
| AAPEX | Automotive aftermarket | Nov 3–5 | Nov 3–5 | The Venetian Expo + AAPEX Forum | Open to registered attendees | AAPEX |
| RE+ | Solar, energy storage, grid and clean-energy technology | Nov 16–19 | Nov 17–19 | LVCC | Registration required; age and access rules apply | RE+ |
| AWS re:Invent | Cloud infrastructure, AI and enterprise technology | Nov 30–Dec 4; kickoff activities Nov 29 | Welcome reception Nov 30; Expo Dec 1–3 | Multi-venue campus; Expo at The Venetian | Event registration required | AWS re:Invent |
| MJBizCon | Cannabis products, operations and business supply chains | Dec 1–4 | Dec 2–4 | LVCC Central Hall | Pass type controls conference and expo access | MJBizCon |
Several dates overlap. GlassBuild America and PRINTING United Expo use different parts of the LVCC during the same three days. SEMA Show and AAPEX also overlap, but SEMA focuses on automotive specialty products while AAPEX covers the aftermarket service and parts community. A team attending both events must account for different halls or venue campuses.
Event dates do not always equal expo-floor dates. G2E starts its education program before the expo opens, SupplySide Global begins education before its three exhibit days, and AWS re:Invent spreads sessions across several properties while placing its Expo at The Venetian. Check the organizer's daily schedule and pass rules before treating every listed day as a full exhibit day.
If one of these events matches your market, King Exhibits can use the confirmed show, venue, booth size and display requirements to define the booth design and delivery scope.
Las Vegas Trade Shows Announced for 2027
The 2027 calendar is already useful for annual budgeting and multi-show planning, but some organizers have not yet published every floor plan, service manual or expo hour. Treat “not yet published” as an open planning item rather than filling the gap with a third-party estimate.
| Trade show | What the show covers | Event dates | Expo dates | Venue | Access/status note | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CES | Consumer electronics, mobility and enterprise technology | Jan 6–9 | Jan 6–9 | Multi-venue Las Vegas campus | Check 2027 registration requirements | CES |
| SHOT Show | Shooting, hunting, outdoor, law-enforcement and tactical products | Jan 19–22 | Jan 19–22 | The Venetian Expo + Caesars Forum | Qualified trade professionals only; not open to the general public | SHOT Show |
| World of Concrete | Concrete, masonry, construction equipment and materials | Education Jan 18–21 | Jan 19–21 | LVCC | Registration required | World of Concrete |
| MAGIC Las Vegas | Trend and young contemporary apparel, footwear and accessories | Feb 16–18 | Feb 16–18 | LVCC | Registration or exhibitor application required | MAGIC Las Vegas |
| SOURCING by Informa | Apparel and footwear supply chain | Feb 16–18 | Feb 16–18 | LVCC | Qualified attendee registration or exhibitor application required | SOURCING by Informa |
| NAB Show | Broadcast, media production, entertainment and creator technology | Apr 3–7 | Apr 4–7 | LVCC | Registration or exhibitor application required | NAB Show |
| Licensing Expo | Brand licensing and consumer products | May 25–27 | May 25–27 | Mandalay Bay | Industry registration required | Licensing Expo |
| JCK | Jewelry and watches | Jun 4–7 | Jun 4–7; check current hours for selected areas | The Venetian Expo | Qualified jewelry trade professionals only | JCK |
| Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas | Beauty brands, manufacturing, packaging and distribution | Jul 13–15 | Jul 13–15 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center | B2B beauty event; registration opens later | Cosmoprof North America |
| PRINTING United Expo | Printing and graphics | Sep 14–16 | Sep 14–16 | LVCC | Future dates published; detailed program to follow | PRINTING United |
| G2E | Gaming, iGaming and hospitality technology | Sep 27–30 | Not yet published on the reviewed page | The Venetian Expo | Registration details to follow | G2E |
| PACK EXPO Las Vegas | Packaging machinery, materials and processing systems | Sep 27–29 | Sep 27–29 | LVCC | Attendee registration is scheduled to open in April 2027 | PACK EXPO Las Vegas |
| IMEX America | Meetings, events and incentive travel | Smart Monday Sep 27; show Sep 28–30 | Sep 28–30 | Mandalay Bay | Intended for the meetings and events industry | IMEX America |
MAGIC and SOURCING share dates and the LVCC campus, but MAGIC centers on finished fashion collections while SOURCING covers apparel and footwear supply chains. G2E, PACK EXPO and IMEX also overlap in late September across three venues and three distinct sectors. Confirm the organizer's current program before assuming that an announced event date includes the final expo hours or hall assignment.
Find the Right Las Vegas Trade Show by Industry
The Las Vegas calendar covers several different business communities. Use the groups below to identify the shows closest to your products, technology or services, then compare the current organizer program before choosing one.
Technology, Gaming, Media and Business Events
CES spans consumer and enterprise technology, while AWS re:Invent concentrates on cloud and AI. NAB Show and InfoComm cover media production and professional AV. G2E focuses on gaming technology, Money20/20 on financial technology, and MJBizCon on the cannabis business ecosystem. These events may all be described as technology shows, but their attendees and exhibit programs are not interchangeable.
Automotive, Construction and Industrial Trade Shows
SEMA presents automotive specialty products, modifications and performance categories. AAPEX serves the automotive aftermarket and service industry. World of Concrete centers on concrete and masonry construction, while GlassBuild America covers flat glass, windows, doors and fenestration. These shows are strong candidates for companies presenting physical products, equipment or materials.
Retail, Fashion, Home, Beauty and Jewelry Trade Shows
MAGIC presents apparel, footwear and accessories, while SOURCING focuses on the supply chain behind those products. Las Vegas Market covers furniture, home décor and gifts. Licensing Expo is built around brands and licensed consumer products, JCK around jewelry and watches, and Cosmoprof around beauty products, manufacturing, packaging and distribution.
Printing, Packaging and Manufacturing Trade Shows
PRINTING United covers printing equipment, graphics and production workflows. PACK EXPO Las Vegas focuses on packaging machinery, materials and processing systems. Both can include equipment and automation demonstrations, but they address different stages of manufacturing and product delivery.
Food, Beverage, Wellness and Hospitality Trade Shows
SupplySide Global covers ingredients, supplements and finished food and beverage products. IMEX America serves meetings, events and incentive travel, while G2E includes casino and hospitality technology. The three shows may touch hospitality, but their exhibit content and professional audiences are substantially different.
Energy, Finance and Business Events
RE+ focuses on solar, energy storage, grid infrastructure and clean-energy technology. Money20/20 covers banking, payments and fintech, while IMEX centers on the business of meetings and events. Their conference sessions and scheduled meetings can be as important as their exhibit areas, so compare the full program rather than the show name alone.
Las Vegas Trade Show Venues and What They Mean for Your Booth
Las Vegas does not have one universal trade show campus. The venue determines freight routing, service ordering, crew movement and sometimes the entire exhibit format.
| Venue or campus | Examples in this guide | What to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Convention Center | GlassBuild, PRINTING United, SEMA, RE+, CES, World of Concrete, NAB, PACK EXPO | Exact hall, dock or target time, floor plan, utilities, EAC rules and official service forms |
| The Venetian Expo | G2E, AAPEX, SHOT Show, JCK, AWS Expo | Level and hall, hotel/expo access, freight route, service desks and meeting-room separation |
| Mandalay Bay Convention Center | IMEX America, SupplySide Global, Licensing Expo, Cosmoprof | Exhibit-hall location, conference movement, loading plan and hotel-to-hall staffing time |
| Caesars Forum | AAPEX and SHOT Show programs | Whether your booth or meetings are at Caesars Forum or the neighboring Venetian campus |
| World Market Center Las Vegas | Las Vegas Market | Permanent showroom versus temporary exhibit dates, hours and access |
| Multi-venue campus | CES and AWS re:Invent | Team assignments, travel time, duplicate equipment needs and where the actual expo is located |
The official LVCC page describes a large campus with multiple halls. “LVCC” alone is therefore not a complete location for comparing show access, freight routes or hall assignments. Multi-venue events such as CES and AWS re:Invent require an additional check because the expo, conference sessions and meetings may take place at different properties.
Why Las Vegas Works for Large Trade Shows?
Las Vegas combines large convention facilities, hotel meeting space, transportation and an established event-services network. The official Vegas Means Business site shows the breadth of facilities, but that concentration also means several large events can compete for crews, carriers and hotel inventory in the same week.
Use the LVCVA event calendar to discover candidates, not to make final commitments. LVCVA describes it as a changeable snapshot rather than a complete list. You still need the organizer’s current page, hall assignment and exhibitor manual before you reserve services or approve a booth schedule.
How Much Does It Cost to Exhibit at a Las Vegas Trade Show?
There is no reliable citywide average for exhibiting in Las Vegas. The event, booth size, exhibit scope, official services, freight and labor schedule all change the total. A booth quote is therefore only one part of the event budget.
| Cost group | What it includes | What to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Space and registration | Exhibit-space fee, deposits and required passes | Booth type, included rights and payment schedule |
| Booth and display | Structure, graphics, flooring, furniture, AV and hanging signs | Rental or purchase scope, revisions and exclusive-service limits |
| Official services | Electricity, internet, cleaning, rigging and venue orders | Advance deadline, service location and on-site rate |
| Freight and show-site handling | Carrier, advance warehouse, material handling and return routing | Weight basis, target date, special handling and overtime |
| Labor and operations | Installation, dismantling, supervision, travel and contingency | Crew hours, responsibility, release procedure and change budget |
The official SEMA Show 2026 frequently rented items sheet illustrates the deadline effect: its listed material-handling rate changes from $1.11 per pound before the cutoff to $1.39 afterward. Electrical, installation and dismantling, carpet and furniture remain separate items. This is a SEMA 2026 example, not a Las Vegas-wide rate.
Mark each proposal item as included, excluded, estimated or show-site billed. Keep organizer, venue and general-contractor charges visible as separate budget lines.
How to Choose and Plan Your Las Vegas Trade Show?
After comparing the dates and show content, confirm that the event, exhibit format and operating requirements fit what you need to present.
Confirm the Show Fit and Exhibit Opportunity
Review the organizer's attendee profile, exhibitor list and agenda. Confirm whether the event offers a full expo hall, sponsor area, meeting program or permanent showroom. Remove it from your shortlist if the audience, display rights or current date cannot be verified.
Build the Brief From the Current Exhibitor Manual
Record the show, expo dates, venue, hall, booth number, dimensions and booth type. Add the products, demonstrations, meetings, storage, graphics and budget range. Then work backward from drawing approvals, insurance or EAC submissions, utility deadlines, freight receiving and target move-in.
Lock the Booth, Budget and Delivery Responsibilities
Choose rental, purchase or a modular system after defining the footprint and reuse plan. Keep freight, material handling, installation labor and official show services as separate scopes. Confirm who orders, pays, approves and supervises each item, including dismantling and return shipping.
Before final approval, verify:
- Show dates, expo hours, venue, hall and booth number
- Products, demonstrations, meetings and storage requirements
- Current manual, approvals and early-order deadlines
- Booth approach, drawings, graphics, AV and utilities
- Freight, material handling, labor and on-site contacts
- Dismantling, return destination and reuse plan
King Exhibits can turn these confirmed inputs into a clear booth design and delivery scope from quotation through on-site installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What trade shows are happening in Las Vegas now?
As of September 1, 2026, the next shows in this guide are GlassBuild America and PRINTING United Expo on September 23–25, followed by G2E from September 28 to October 1. Confirm the organizer's current schedule before booking.
Are Las Vegas trade shows open to the public?
There is no citywide rule. SHOT Show and JCK restrict attendance to qualified industry professionals, while SEMA is primarily trade-only with an official public-Friday program. Check the current qualification and age rules for each event.
Is there one complete official Las Vegas trade show calendar?
No. The LVCVA calendar is useful for discovering larger events, but it is a changeable snapshot rather than a complete list. Use the organizer's current event page and exhibitor materials as the final source.
How can I confirm that a Las Vegas trade show date has not changed?
Check the organizer's current show-information page, registration page, exhibitor manual and latest notices. Cross-check the venue or LVCVA calendar, but do not rely on an old blog post or previous year's manual.
How far in advance should I start planning for a Las Vegas trade show?
There is no universal lead time. Work backward from the earliest binding deadline in the current exhibitor manual, including approvals, advance-rate services and freight receiving. Start earlier for custom builds, rigging, live equipment or weeks when several major Las Vegas events overlap.
Final Thoughts: Plan Your Las Vegas Exhibit
Start with the current dates and show content, then compare the audience, venue and exhibit format. Once you have selected the event, send King Exhibits the booth size, current manual, products and display requirements. We can define the design and delivery scope before show-site costs or responsibilities become difficult to change.
