Vision Expo 2027
Event Date
March 10–13, 2027
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Expected Exhibitors
300
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryVision Expo is North America's leading trade event for the eyecare and eyewear industry. Vision Expo is North America's leading event for eyecare and eyewear, bringing the entire vision community together to learn, connect and grow, with education, innovation, trends and connections shaping what's next for the industry. It combines a large exhibition floor with an extensive accredited education program.
The show draws a broad professional audience. Business visitors include optometrists, retail and optical buyers, opticians, corporate management, practice managers, laboratory managers and technicians, ophthalmologists, students and others in the eyecare industry. On the exhibition side, attendees explore frames and fashion eyewear, contact lenses, diagnostic and imaging equipment, lenses and coatings, and emerging technology.
Why attend: it is the premier annual gathering for the optical community in the Americas. Vision Expo provides a global stage to discover the latest innovations, cultivate strong industry relationships, and explore the latest trends in eyewear and eyecare. Attendees can earn continuing education credits, preview new product launches, and network across every sector of the industry under one roof.
Show Highlights
Vision Expo pairs a major exhibition with a deep education program and signature experiences. Key content areas include:
- Eyewear & Fashion — frames, independent design, trends and merchandising
- Clinical Care & Patient Outcomes — diagnosis, treatment and patient care
- Contact Lenses & Anterior Segment — advances in contact lenses, dry eye and ocular surface disease
- Myopia & Vision Management — research and solutions for myopia management
- Medical & Diagnostic Technology — imaging, diagnostics and equipment
- Business & Practice Growth — leadership, operations, profitability and staffing
- Technology & Innovation — AI, digital health and smart eyewear
- Optical Skills & Professional Development — hands-on learning for opticians
Leading experts across optometry, opticianry, and business share their professional experience with real-world examples and accredited courses. The show also features the Now Awards, which celebrate forward-thinking eyewear design and the creative talent shaping the global optical industry.
Attendance
According to the organizer's 2026 key figures, Vision Expo drew 8,000+ industry professionals and 300+ exhibiting companies, with 80+ countries represented and an audience of whom 66% held decision-making power.
Registration
Registration for the 2027 edition is handled through the official Vision Expo website. Prospective attendees can submit a registration inquiry via the site's pre-registration page (visionexpo.com/en-us/pre-registration.html) to receive details when registration opens. Companies interested in exhibiting can submit a separate exhibit inquiry through the Become an Exhibitor page. Specific pass types, pricing tiers and deadlines for 2027 had not been published on the official site at the time of writing.
History
Vision Expo is produced by RX (Reed Exhibitions) and presented by The Vision Council. In 2026 the event reached a major milestone: celebrating its 40th anniversary, the show marked the debut of a single, unified annual Vision Expo, bringing together the global optical community for four days of business, education and innovation. Previously the brand ran as two separate shows (Vision Expo East and Vision Expo West); it has since consolidated into one annual event. The Venetian Expo is a large convention center located in Las Vegas, Nevada, owned and operated by the Venetian Resort.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 7, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Vision Expo 2027?
Vision Expo 2027 takes place March 10–13, 2027 at The Venetian Expo, located at 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169.
Who should attend Vision Expo?
The show is designed for the entire eyecare and eyewear community, including optometrists, opticians, ophthalmologists, retail and optical buyers, practice managers, lab technicians, corporate management and students in the eyecare industry.
What can I see and do at Vision Expo?
Attendees can explore an exhibition of frames, lenses, contact lenses, diagnostic equipment and technology, plus accredited continuing education courses, product launches, networking events and the Now Awards for eyewear design.
How do I register for Vision Expo 2027?
Registration is handled through the official website. Attendees can submit a registration inquiry via the pre-registration page, and companies can submit an exhibit inquiry through the Become an Exhibitor page.
How big is Vision Expo?
According to the organizer's 2026 key figures, the event welcomed more than 8,000 industry professionals and over 300 exhibiting companies, with 80-plus countries represented.
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