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ABASTUR is a leading B2B trade show for the hospitality and foodservice industries, bringing together professionals from hotels, restaurants, catering companies and cafeterias across Mexico and Latin America. <cite index="6-1">The event stands out as the leading gathering for the professionals of hotels, restaurants, catering and cafeterias in Latin America.</cite> The 2026 edition marks the show's 40th anniversary and runs as a hybrid experience combining an on-site event, a digital event and the year-round Conexión ABASTUR platform. Attendees are buyers, operators, chefs, purchasing managers and decision-makers looking to source equipment, food and beverage products, technology, furnishings and services for the HORECA channel. <cite index="10-1,10-2">ABASTUR gathers manufacturers and distributors of products and equipment for the HORECA channel of Mexico and Latin America to showcase their innovations and services, including furnishings for the kitchen and dining room, equipment for restaurants and hotels, and technology for the sector.</cite> Organized by Informa Markets, the world's #1 B2B event organizer, ABASTUR is worth attending for its scale, its national and international exhibitor base, and its robust educational programming — making it a key annual meeting point for anyone growing a hospitality business in the region.

The **Farwest Show** is the Pacific Northwest's premier trade show for the nursery and greenhouse industry, billed as the biggest and greenest event of its kind in the West. <cite index="1-52,1-53">Held at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, it is where the nursery and greenhouse industry comes together to connect face-to-face, source new plants, products and services, and strengthen the partnerships that move their businesses forward.</cite> <cite index="1-63,1-64">The show draws a diverse audience of growers, retailers, buyers, and landscape professionals from across the country, with more than 4,000 attendees and 300-plus exhibitors from around the globe.</cite> Beyond the exhibit floor, attendees can take part in educational seminars, nursery tours, product showcases, and networking events. <cite index="1-56,1-57">The Farwest Show is worth attending for its exceptional education from the industry's brightest minds, with a lineup of speakers covering the latest ideas and opportunities for growers, retailers, landscapers and business professionals.</cite> <cite index="1-91">It reflects the strength of a state where Oregon's greenhouse and nursery industry earns more than $1.3 billion in annual sales.</cite>

MEDevice Boston is a two-day medical technology trade show and conference organized by Informa Markets, serving New England's MedTech community. <cite index="1-79">MEDevice Boston brings together leading medical device OEMs, startups, and suppliers from New England and beyond into a MedTech event engineered to advance the industry.</cite> <cite index="1-80">Intentionally designed for partner connections and supplier evaluation, this two-day experience creates a focused environment where high-intent buyers and solution providers connect through curated networking, hands-on learning, and dynamic on-site features.</cite> The event draws engineers, C-suite executives, purchasing and procurement professionals, R&D teams, and regulatory and compliance specialists. Attendees come to source and evaluate suppliers efficiently. <cite index="4-89">In just two days, you'll evaluate new technologies, discover qualified suppliers, and gain practical insights that support faster, smarter decisions, all in the #3 MedTech hub in the U.S.</cite> With curated exhibitors, keynotes, hands-on workshops, and networking events, the show is built to help medical device professionals advance their projects and build strategic partnerships close to home.

The **NE Materials Show** is a business-to-business sourcing event that connects materials and components suppliers with apparel and footwear manufacturers on the U.S. East Coast. Produced by **American Events, Inc.**, the show is part of The Materials Show family, which the company describes as one of the nation's leading platforms for materials and component sourcing in the sewn products industry. The show draws footwear and apparel product developers, designers, materials managers, and sourcing professionals who come to discover new textiles, leathers, synthetics, components, and related technologies directly from suppliers around the world. Exhibitors typically showcase advanced materials, textiles, synthetic and natural leather, and footwear components alongside seasonal color and material trends. Beyond the exhibit floor, the NE Materials Show emphasizes community and connection. The two-day format includes morning coffee service, lunch, and an evening networking reception with food and drinks, giving buyers and suppliers relaxed settings to build relationships. For manufacturers in the greater Boston area and throughout the Northeast, it is a convenient, focused marketplace for sourcing the newest materials and meeting key vendors face to face.

Fetch, a dvm360 conference (Fetch Kansas City) is a multi-day veterinary continuing education (CE) conference produced by dvm360. Held at the Kansas City Convention Center, it gathers veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers and their teams for mentor-led, practice-ready medical education. The 2026 edition carries the theme "The Music That Moves You," celebrating the people and passions that keep veterinary professionals in motion. The conference is designed to be "just the right size"—intimate enough for one-on-one conversations with world-class faculty, yet broad enough to cover the full range of clinical depth and practice-management topics. Attendees can earn up to 20 CE credits from 80-plus sessions across a wide variety of learning tracks, including new 30-minute, half-credit sessions and hands-on surgical and analgesia labs. It is worth attending for the combination of high-quality, applicable CE and a supportive, energizing community. Faculty are practicing clinicians and scientists who understand attendees' day-to-day realities, and the experience blends serious learning with networking, an exhibit hall of veterinary innovators, and social events—making it valuable for both individual professionals and whole practice teams.

The Lucky Leaf Expo Richmond is a business-to-business cannabis industry trade show and conference held at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Virginia's capital. <cite index="30-1,30-2,30-3">The event brings together cannabis industry professionals, entrepreneurs, consumers, and advocates for a weekend of education, networking, and product discovery, with an expo floor featuring leading brands, dispensaries, cultivators, ancillary service providers, and innovative product showcases.</cite> The show arrives at a pivotal moment: <cite index="1-1">Virginia's cannabis industry is on the brink of major change, with the state preparing to issue up to roughly 400 retail licenses, 450 cultivation licenses, and 60 manufacturing licenses once a regulated adult-use framework is enacted.</cite> The event is predominantly aimed at professionals. <cite index="4-1">Lucky Leaf Expo is predominantly a business-to-business cannabis convention, attended by professionals looking to make valuable connections, business owners seeking service solutions, retail locations looking for new brands and products, and professionals with a desire to learn from experts.</cite> <cite index="4-2">Attendees can expect growers, processors, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, accountants, attorneys, marketers, journalists, and executives to be in attendance.</cite> Why attend? <cite index="1-3,1-4,1-5">The show lets you explore 100+ exhibitors, hear from top-tier speakers, and position your company at the front of Virginia's cannabis market launch — making it the Virginia cannabis event to attend.</cite> As the state capital and home to key decision-makers, Richmond is a strategic venue for those preparing to enter the market.

The **NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition** is the annual gathering of the National Guard Association of the United States, the nation's oldest military association. The 2026 edition marks the **148th General Conference & Exhibition** and takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana. <cite index="1-1">The conference brings more than 4,000 professionals, including defense leaders, from the 50 states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.</cite> The event combines a legislative workshop, professional development, and a large exhibition floor. <cite index="1-1">Exhibitors come to generate leads, meet industry experts, and showcase their products at this three-day event.</cite> Attendees include Army and Air National Guard officers, adjutants general, senior enlisted and warrant officers, spouses, and corporate partners from across the defense industry. Beyond the exhibit hall and business sessions, the conference features a full slate of social and networking events, tours, caucuses, and receptions hosted by the state association. For anyone connected to the National Guard community — from uniformed leaders to defense-industry suppliers — it is the premier annual forum for advocacy, networking, and showcasing new capabilities.

The American Legion National Convention is the annual gathering of the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization. The 2026 edition, the organization's 107th, takes place in Louisville, Kentucky, from August 28 to September 3, 2026, at the Kentucky International Convention Center in the heart of downtown. It is the organization's largest yearly event, uniting the wider American Legion Family — including the American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion. The convention is where the Legion conducts its most important business. Delegates approve changes to the constitution and bylaws, pass programs that guide the organization, set membership dues, and elect a national commander and national vice commanders. Alongside governance, attendees take part in commission meetings, workshops, training sessions, award presentations, and hear from distinguished guests and speakers. Beyond formal business, the week features parades, band and color guard contests, banquets, and community service events, plus attractions unique to Louisville such as bourbon distillery tours, the Louisville Slugger Museum, and Belle of Louisville riverboat outings. It is worth attending for Legion members, veterans, and their families who want to shape the organization's future while networking with fellow members from across the country.

The **HR Florida Conference & Expo** (HRFL26) is the annual flagship event of **SHRM Florida** (the HR Florida State Council), the state affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Held over four days at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center near Orlando, it is one of the largest human resources gatherings in the southeastern United States. The event draws HR professionals, people leaders, and workforce practitioners along with industry-leading vendors. Attendees represent organizations of every size and nearly every industry, from small businesses to global enterprises, coming together for education, networking, and professional development. A key draw is the opportunity to earn continuing education credits toward both HR Certification Institute (HRCI) and SHRM (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) recertification. The conference pairs a robust program of educational sessions and keynotes with a large expo hall of workforce-management, HR technology, and benefits vendors. For practitioners it is a chance to stay current on trends, tools, and strategies shaping the future of work; for suppliers it offers direct access to an active audience of HR buyers and decision-makers from across Florida and beyond.

The **International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (IECSC) Florida** has rebranded as **Be+Well | Beauty and Wellness Show Florida**, and it bills itself as the largest beauty, spa, and wellness show in the South. For decades, spa, wellness, and beauty professionals have attended IECSC to perfect their craft, discover innovations, learn from masters, and connect with their community; the event has now evolved into Be+Well to expand its cross-category offerings. Held **August 30-31, 2026** at a new location in Fort Lauderdale, the show combines a large exhibit hall with an extensive education program. Attendees explore specialized "neighborhoods" featuring **160+ exhibiting brands** showcasing the newest trends, tools, products, and equipment, plus hands-on demonstrations and exclusive previews. The show is built for estheticians, spa professionals, and wellness practitioners—whether they customize facials, curate spa journeys, or own a spa. With paid conference sessions, free product-focused education, and a community of thousands of professionals, Be+Well Florida is designed to help attendees refine their technique, grow their businesses, and deliver the holistic experiences their clients want.

The **North East Toy Show (NETS)** is a business-to-business specialty toy, gift and game trade show held at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. <cite index="4-19,4-20">Created by a group of specialty toy veterans, NETS was launched in 2024 as an economical way for specialty retailers to review full lines of products and interact directly with vendors, without the expense of traveling to New York or Atlanta.</cite> The show is built around three principles — **Convenience, Community and Commerce**. <cite index="1-140">It features national brands across all toy categories, including games, dolls, puzzles, arts and crafts, construction, novelty and books, giving buyers a chance to unbox new items, review new products and network with fellow retailers.</cite> <cite index="4-21">Because of the central location in Springfield, retailers can also bring their staff, and a more knowledgeable staff relates to higher sales in stores.</cite> <cite index="4-24">NETS is the largest specialty toy and gift trade show in New England and sits a short drive from more retailers than any other specialty show in the country.</cite> <cite index="4-22">Timed at the start of the 4th quarter, the show is scheduled so that retailers are ready to buy and vendors are ready to ship.</cite>

The **PVA Healthcare Summit + Expo** is the annual clinical education conference presented by **Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA)**. <cite index="1-53">It is an intensive, four-day learning and sharing experience focused on spinal cord injury and disease (SCI/D), multiple sclerosis (MS), and ALS.</cite> The program is built around presentations from leading research and clinical experts and emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to delivering optimal patient outcomes. The event draws physicians, nurses, therapists, researchers, and other health professionals who work in SCI/D, MS, and ALS care. <cite index="1-58">The Summit brings together roughly 800 attendees over four days, all focused on care for those with spinal cord injury and disease.</cite> Alongside the education program, an exhibit hall showcases the latest medical innovations in the field. <cite index="1-52">With 100+ speakers, 50+ sessions, and participation from 100+ agencies, interdisciplinary attendees and exhibitors from around the nation gather to share knowledge and best practices.</cite> The 2026 edition takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada, making it a worthwhile destination for clinicians seeking continuing education, peer networking, and exposure to advances in rehabilitation and neurological care.

Premiere San Antonio presented by SalonCentric is a professional beauty trade show and education event serving the Southwest region. <cite index="1-24">Now in its fourth year, this growing show brings the full Premiere experience to a vibrant, creative city—connecting passionate professionals and students with the industry's top brands, educators, and influencers.</cite> The show spans the full spectrum of the beauty industry. <cite index="1-24">From hair, barbering, and nails to skincare, spa, wellness, and makeup, Premiere San Antonio delivers top-tier education, meaningful connections, and fresh inspiration for every beauty artist looking to thrive.</cite> Attendees can discover trend-setting techniques, get hands-on with the latest tools, and unlock exclusive show-only deals. The event is strictly a professional gathering. <cite index="1-46,1-47">Premiere San Antonio welcomes beauty industry professionals and students enrolled in beauty schools. The event is not open to the general public.</cite> For 2026, the show marks a first-ever partnership, as <cite index="1-36">Premiere Shows has partnered with SalonCentric as the presenting sponsor of Premiere San Antonio.</cite>

The VPPPA Safety+ Symposium, hosted by the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association (VPPPA), is a leading environmental, health, safety and sustainability (EHS&S) event. According to the organizer, it is the only EHS&S event that provides the tools and resources needed to bring safety and health programs beyond compliance to excellence. The symposium draws a broad cross-section of the safety profession. Attendees range from frontline workers to C-Suite executives, giving the community a unique opportunity to see safety from all angles and better understand its role in the modern workplace. Designed around continuous improvement, the event serves workers from all industries and at all levels who want to strengthen both themselves and their workplaces. Over three days of workshops, keynotes and an exhibit hall, participants can attend educational sessions, tour peer worksites, earn OSHA training, and connect with solution providers and safety leaders. The 2026 edition features a keynote by Ryan Campbell, an all-star CEO panel, live safety demonstrations and innovation stations, plus signature networking events including the Expo Hall Grand Opening Reception and an all-attendee party in downtown Nashville.

The **Water Infrastructure Conference & Exposition (WIC)**, presented by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), is an intimate, focused event for water professionals working on the infrastructure challenges facing today's water sector. <cite index="2-19,2-20">AWWA describes WIC as an intimate, hyper-focused event for water professionals seeking in-depth, personal conversations with experts, covering critical topics including water loss, pipe rehabilitation, plant operations, distribution system improvements, intelligent water technology, and cybersecurity.</cite> The audience is deliberately practitioner-focused. Attendees include utility process and facility managers; engineering, planning, and construction directors; emergency-response and SCADA engineers; capital-project and systems decision-makers; consultants; operators and maintenance personnel; project managers; security specialists; and young professionals. Because of its smaller scale, WIC is prized for genuine networking. <cite index="2-21">AWWA invites attendees to connect with peers, learn from experts, and bring new insights back to their community.</cite> Conference lunches, breaks, and networking receptions all take place inside the exhibition, keeping conversations flowing between sessions and the exhibit floor.

CEDIA Expo/CIX is the annual gathering for professionals who design, install, and integrate technology in residential and light commercial environments. Held in Denver, Colorado, the show brings together systems integrators, smart home and AV manufacturers, design and build professionals, IT and networking specialists, security installers, architects, and interior designers under one roof. Education is curated by CEDIA, The Association for Smart Home Professionals, and the event is supported by leading industry publications **CE Pro** and **Commercial Integrator**. Attendees come to discover new product launches, experience live demos, build relationships with manufacturers and dealers, and sharpen their skills through expert-led sessions on design/build, AI, networking, lighting, and more. The 2026 edition expects more than **15,000 industry professionals**, with three full days of exhibits and a multi-day education conference. Whether you are sourcing the gear you will deploy next year, launching new technology to the market, or exploring how connected systems transform modern homes and workplaces, CEDIA Expo/CIX is positioned as the central marketplace and learning hub for the custom and light commercial integration community.