Date & Location: January 6-9, 2026 in Las Vegas.
Overview: CES is widely regarded as the biggest tech-trade show globally, bringing together consumer electronics, hardware manufacturers, startups, and tech media.
Why it matters for exhibitors:
Massive international attendance and media coverage.
A platform to showcase cutting-edge technology, innovations and trendsetting design.
High competition, but high reward in terms of exposure.
Exhibitor tip: Make sure your booth design is futuristic and interactive to stand out in the large sea of competitors; plan for heavy foot traffic and media interest.
Date & Location: March 3-7, 2026 in Las Vegas.
Overview: This is North America’s major trade show for construction equipment, materials, and technologies.
Why it matters for exhibitors:
Thousands of exhibitors and a vast show floor (equipment, demo zones, outdoor exhibits).
Excellent for booth design firms (like you), modular exhibits, large-scale builds, and logistical planning.
Exhibitor tip: If you are constructing large exhibits or outdoor demo spaces, coordinate early for rigging, outdoor permits, and ensure your booth material logistics are robust.
Date & Location: May 18-20, 2026 in Las Vegas.
Overview: ICSC brings together retail real-estate, brand and retail operations, technology and property professionals. This edition introduces “ICSC+PROPTECH” focusing on property technology.
Why it matters for exhibitors:
Great cross-industry show: retail + property technology + store design.
Opportunity for booth designers to show how physical retail spaces integrate with tech and brand experience.
Exhibitor tip: Emphasize interactive experiences and modular solutions that address retail/brand needs, e.g., digital signage, modular retail fixtures.
Date & Location: July 13-15, 2026 at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas.
Overview: This is the premier North American trade show for the beauty industry — covering cosmetics, packaging, manufacturing, new brand launches.
Why it matters for exhibitors:
Excellent for brands wanting to stand out in an experience-driven market.
Booths tend to be highly stylised, immersive and visually driven — perfect for design-led exhibition companies.
Exhibitor tip: Focus on lighting, product presentation, brand storytelling and immersive elements (e.g., digital walls, social photo zones) to maximize impact.
Date & Location: February 17-19, 2026, Las Vegas Convention Center.
Overview: MAGIC is a major B2B event for apparel, footwear, accessories — known for trend-spotting and brand/retailer networking.
Why it matters for exhibitors:
Opens doors to retail buyers, distributors, and international markets.
Showcases require attention to design, merchandising and traveler traffic.
Exhibitor tip: Use your booth space to tell a compelling brand story, incorporate product displays, and design for easy navigation by retail buyers.