WasteExpo 2027
Event Date
May 3–6, 2027
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Expected Exhibitors
600
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryWasteExpo is North America's largest solid waste, recycling, organics, food waste recovery, and sustainability tradeshow, serving both the private and public sectors. Produced by Informa Markets in partnership with Waste360, the event has served the industry for over 50 years and returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center in 2027.
The show brings together the full waste-and-recycling ecosystem — collection and hauling companies, municipal and public-sector professionals, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, and sustainability leaders. Attendees come to see innovations in carts, balers, containers, recycling equipment, truck bodies, and waste-to-energy services, and to attend one of the most comprehensive education programs in the industry. Recent editions drew over 14,000 professionals from more than 100 countries.
WasteExpo is worth attending for the combination of a large exhibit hall, expert-led conference sessions, and unmatched networking. Co-located events — including the Waste360 Food Recovery Forum & Organics Recycling, the Healthcare Waste Conference, the Waste360/Stifel Investors Summit, and Sustainability Talks — let visitors dive deep into specialized topics all under one roof. Whether you are sourcing equipment, benchmarking best practices, or building partnerships, WasteExpo is the essential annual gathering for the sector.
Show Highlights
- Large exhibit hall featuring 600+ exhibiting brands showcasing collection, recycling, organics, and waste-to-energy products and services.
- Comprehensive conference program covering recycling/landfill, fleet management and collection, organics, safety, food recovery, and more, with technology and innovation as underlying themes.
- Co-located events: Waste360 Food Recovery Forum & Organics Recycling, Waste360 Healthcare Waste Conference (sponsored by Stericycle), Waste360/Stifel Investors Summit (presented by Stifel), and Waste360 Sustainability Talks.
- SWANA certification courses and a dedicated Public Sector Hub with a scholarship program for municipal professionals.
- Networking opportunities with peers, experts, and top solution providers from across the U.S. and around the globe.
Attendance
According to the organizer, WasteExpo draws 14,500+ participants, 9,000+ motivated buyers, and represents 100+ countries, with 600+ exhibiting brands. WasteExpo 2025 brought together over 14,000 professionals from more than 100 countries in Las Vegas. The organizer also reports that 70% of WasteExpo 2023 attendees researched new products, suppliers, or vendors at the show.
Registration
As of the latest update, registration for WasteExpo 2027 had not yet opened; the official site invites prospective attendees to sign up to be notified when registration opens via the "Get Attendee Updates" / Attendee RSVP form. Companies interested in exhibiting can apply through the "Become an Exhibitor" page. Check the official WasteExpo website for pass types, pricing tiers, and deadlines once registration launches.
History
WasteExpo has served the solid waste and recycling industry for over 50 years, growing into North America's largest solid waste, recycling, organics, food waste recovery, and sustainability tradeshow. The event is produced by Informa Markets and run in partnership with Waste360, a leading news and information resource for the waste community. Over the decades it has expanded to include a broad conference program and multiple co-located events spanning organics, food recovery, healthcare waste, sustainability, and investment.
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 17, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is WasteExpo 2027?
WasteExpo 2027 takes place May 3-6, 2027, at the Las Vegas Convention Center (West Hall) in Las Vegas, Nevada. The conference runs May 3-6 and the expo hall is open May 4-6.
Who should attend WasteExpo?
WasteExpo is designed for professionals across the solid waste, recycling, organics, food waste recovery, and sustainability sectors, serving both private companies and public-sector agencies. Attendees include haulers, municipal officials, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, and sustainability leaders.
How many exhibitors and attendees does WasteExpo have?
The organizer reports 600+ exhibiting brands and 14,500+ participants, including 9,000+ motivated buyers from more than 100 countries. WasteExpo 2025 brought together over 14,000 professionals.
How do I register for WasteExpo 2027?
Registration information is published on the official WasteExpo website. As of the latest update, registration had not yet opened, so interested attendees can sign up through the Attendee Updates/RSVP form to be notified when it launches.
What co-located events are part of WasteExpo?
WasteExpo includes several co-located events such as the Waste360 Food Recovery Forum & Organics Recycling, the Healthcare Waste Conference, the Waste360/Stifel Investors Summit, and Sustainability Talks. SWANA certification courses are also offered during the show.
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