Trade Show News

Jennifer Cosans of Hilton Hotels & Resorts shares insights on Gen Z preferences and the increasing focus on 'return on experience' in meetings and trade shows, impacting the hospitality industry.

Framingham State University's Entrepreneur Innovation Center (EIC) will host 'The Hospitality Journey,' a hospitality innovation gathering, on November 13, 2026, at the Warren Conference Center and Inn in Ashland, MA. The event will feature industry leaders and entrepreneurs sharing insights on ideas, innovations, and opportunities in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

After an eight-and-a-half-week strike, over 1,300 workers at Encore Boston Harbor, represented by Teamsters Local 25 and UNITE HERE Local 26, ratified a five-and-a-half-year collective bargaining agreement. The contract includes significant wage increases, enhanced benefits, and improved working conditions, demonstrating the power of a united workforce in the gaming industry.

After an eight-and-a-half-week strike, over 1,300 workers at Encore Boston Harbor, represented by Teamsters Local 25 and UNITE HERE Local 26, ratified a new collective bargaining agreement. The strike, which involved the Teamsters Convention, Trade Show, and Casino Division, significantly impacted the casino's September 2026 gross gaming revenue.

During its Q3 2026 earnings call, Wynn Resorts reported on Encore Boston Harbor's performance, noting that 2027 group and convention bookings are pacing ahead of prior years, despite a recent labor strike.

IAEE and Zenus have expanded their AI partnership for Expo! Expo! 2026, focusing on ethical AI sensors to measure attendee behavior and optimize event layouts for maximum exhibitor ROI.

Lisha Baer, Associate Director of Trade Show Operations at NAMM, is featured by Trade Show Executive as a 2026 Woman to Watch for her contributions to efficient planning and seamless experiences.

Monique Abed, CMP, is recognized by Trade Show Executive as one of its 2026 Women to Watch, highlighting her significant achievements and impact within the events industry.

AttendeeMatch is set to introduce wearable networking technology at Expo! Expo! 2026, aiming to enhance attendee connections and engagement at trade shows.

TSNN News examines the growing trend of late event registration and its implications for trade show organizers, offering strategies to adapt to evolving attendee behaviors.

The Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents (MAIA) hosted its 2026 'Big Event' at the Sheraton Boston Hotel, welcoming over 1,500 agency leaders, team members, and industry partners. The four-day schedule included continuing education classes, seminars, networking events, and an exhibitor trade show. MAIA's 2027 Big Event is scheduled for September 23–26, 2027, at the same venue.

10times details several upcoming trade shows in Boston for November 2026, including the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair and the Snowbound Expo.

ExpoSignal highlights several upcoming trade fairs in Boston for November and December 2026, such as the Microbiome Movement USA Summit and the MRS Fall Meeting & Exhibit at the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center.

Fairs.com lists several upcoming trade shows in Boston for November and December 2026, including the AMP Annual Meeting & Expo at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

The World Drug Safety Congress Americas is expected to be held in Boston in November 2026. This event is included in the overview of trade fairs for the region.

The William and Charlotte Bloomberg Public Science Common, a 10,000-square-foot expansion of the Museum of Science, opened last month in Boston. Designed by William Rawn Associates, the new space is highly adaptable for a wide range of events. This addition aims to foster participation and spark imaginations with a flexible, inspiring, and immersive environment.

The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) has issued a Request For Response (RFR) seeking qualified firms for Master Planning and Feasibility Services for its facilities. The Authority aims to establish a contractual relationship with firms capable of delivering a comprehensive master planning exercise to position its facilities at the industry's leading edge and support ongoing operations and strategic initiatives.

The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) has issued a Request For Response (RFR) for Master Planning and Feasibility Services. The Authority aims to establish a contractual relationship with firms capable of comprehensive master planning to keep its facilities at the industry's forefront and support strategic initiatives.

The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) has issued a Request For Response (RFR) for Master Planning and Feasibility Services. The MCCA aims to establish a contractual relationship with firms capable of delivering a comprehensive master planning exercise to enhance its facilities and support strategic initiatives.

In a comparative overview of U.S. convention centers, the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center is highlighted for its 516,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space and its proximity to Logan Airport.