Trade Show News

The Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas has introduced a fully transactional ChatGPT experience for guests, enhancing service and streamlining operations. The resort also emphasizes its 220,000 square feet of convention and meeting space, suitable for various events.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority will highlight new and updated hotels, including The Vanderpump Hotel, Caesars Palace, and The Venetian, at WTM London. These developments are expected to contribute to the city's momentum in the hospitality sector, supporting the meetings and events industry.

The Fontainebleau Las Vegas recently opened on the Las Vegas Strip, becoming the city's newest and tallest occupied casino resort at 67 stories. The property features 3,644 rooms and suites, a six-acre pool complex, and a 55,000-square-foot spa, significantly enhancing the city's hospitality offerings for visitors, including trade show attendees.

Helix Electric, LLC received an ENR Best Project Award for its electrical work on the Symphony Park Hotel & Conference Center in Las Vegas. This dual-branded hotel features 18,000 square feet of meeting space, including a 10,000-square-foot ballroom, contributing to the city's hospitality infrastructure for business events.

Helix Electric, LLC received an ENR Best Project Award for its electrical work on the Symphony Park Hotel & Conference Center in downtown Las Vegas. This dual-branded AC Hotel and Element property features 441 rooms and 18,000 square feet of meeting space, including a 10,000-square-foot ballroom, adding to the city's convention-supporting infrastructure.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is seeking a Manager of Event Design to oversee the planning and execution of special events and meetings, including trade show booths. This role involves managing logistics, budgeting, and vendor relations to ensure events achieve a 'Vegas WOW' factor.

The BEAM Award (Builders Engaging Associate Members) will be announced at the Associates' Committee Meeting on February 26th in the Las Vegas Convention Center. This award recognizes builders who exemplify doing business with member companies.

The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) has initiated a global research study to understand exhibitor spending and purchasing decisions. The survey, open through October, aims to provide a clearer international picture of exhibitor budgets and service priorities.

Aluvision, a global supplier of modular systems for trade show exhibits, has relocated its Las Vegas showroom and sales center to a new, larger facility just minutes from Harry Reid International Airport. This strategic move aims to enhance customer service and product availability for partners in the event industry's largest U.S. hub.

Encore will present its "Planner Pulse" research findings on intentional design, technology, and human connection at IMEX America, held October 13–15 in Las Vegas. These educational sessions aim to help event planners apply the research to create more impactful live experiences.

A comprehensive calendar for 2027 Las Vegas conventions highlights major events such as CES (Jan 6-9), World of Concrete (Jan 19-21), and SHOT Show (Jan 19-22). Other significant shows include MAGIC Las Vegas (Feb 16-18), NAB Show (Apr 4-7), and SEMA Show (Nov 2-5). The Las Vegas Convention Center's $600 million renovation fully debuted at CES 2026, enhancing the city's capacity for these large-scale events.

Housing is now available for The Clean Show 2027, scheduled to take place from July 15-18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees and exhibitors can secure accommodations through Connections Housing, the official housing program, with various designated hotel options and negotiated event rates.

MAGIC Las Vegas is set to return to the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 16–18, 2027, bringing together the fashion industry for a dynamic showcase of contemporary apparel, footwear, accessories, and emerging trends. The event offers retailers, brands, designers, and industry professionals an opportunity to explore curated collections, discover new business partnerships, and gain insight into the evolving direction of fashion.

The SEMA Show 2026 is scheduled to take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 3-6, bringing together manufacturers, restylers, and buyers in the automotive aftermarket. Organizers report the show floor is nearly sold out, with last year's event attracting over 130,000 attendees and 2,200 exhibitors.

The SEMA Show 2026 is scheduled to return to the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 3-6. Organized by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), this trade-only event is a primary marketplace for the automotive specialty equipment aftermarket.

The Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) introduced two new bomb-sniffing dogs, Olaf and Mufasa, to its K-9 security unit on September 30, 2026. These black and yellow Labrador retrievers will replace two retiring members, further enhancing security across the LVCC's 200-acre campus.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is soliciting bids for the construction of a warehouse and freight elevator in the South Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 15, 2026, with bids due by October 29, 2026.

The Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) has bolstered its security by adding two new explosive-detection K-9s, Olaf and Mufasa, to its K-9 unit. These new additions will replace two retiring members of the four-dog unit, ensuring a safe environment for the 45 trade shows and over 1.21 million attendees expected in 2026.

Security at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) was enhanced with the addition of two bomb-sniffing dogs, Olaf and Mufasa, replacing two retiring members of its K-9 unit. The K-9 unit, part of a larger security department, maintains a safe environment for show organizers and attendees across the LVCC's 200-acre campus.

EXHIBITOR Magazine has recognized a Las Vegas convention center as the Best Convention Center in North America within the 500,000 to 1 million square feet category, marking the inaugural year for Exhibitor Magazine's Centers of Excellence list.