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Orlando has maintained its position as the top North American meeting destination for the 11th consecutive year, according to Cvent's annual ranking. The Orange County Convention Center, spanning 7.1 million square feet, hosts nearly 200 events annually, attracting over 2 million attendees and generating approximately $4.6 billion in economic impact for Orange County.

Orlando has been ranked as Cvent's top North American meeting destination for the 11th consecutive year, largely due to the Orange County Convention Center's (OCCC) extensive infrastructure, including 2.1 million square feet of exhibit space and over 5,000 directly connected hotel rooms. The ongoing $560 million OCCC expansion further solidifies Orlando's position, offering a seamless and highly integrated experience for meeting planners and attendees.

For the 11th consecutive year, Orlando has been recognized as the top North American meeting destination by Cvent. The Orange County Convention Center hosts nearly 200 events annually, attracting over 2 million attendees and generating approximately $4.6 billion in economic impact, supported by more than 125,000 guest rooms in Orange County.

During fiscal year 2025–26, the Orange County Convention Center is projected to host 185 events, attract approximately 2.3 million attendees, and generate an estimated $5 billion in economic impact. Orlando's group meetings segment also experienced a 3.1% increase, strengthening the region's hospitality and convention sectors.

For the 11th consecutive year, Orlando claimed the top spot on Cvent's annual ranking of North American meeting destinations. The Orange County Convention Center is currently undergoing a $560 million expansion to further solidify Orlando's position as the number-one spot.

Pop Up Mob designed and produced nine distinct brand booth experiences for Ulta Beauty World 2026, held at the Orange County Convention Center on April 16, 2026. This marks their second consecutive year producing for the event, which featured 220 vendor brands and drew approximately 3,000 attendees, doubling the previous year's attendance.

InfoComm América Latina received the IAEE International Excellence Award 2026 at IMEX Frankfurt. AVIXA, the organizer, also produces InfoComm shows in other locations, including Orlando, as part of its global series of trade shows and conferences.

AVIXA's InfoComm América Latina 2025 received the 2026 IAEE International Excellence Award, recognizing its outstanding debut and contribution to the pro AV industry. InfoComm, a key event in AVIXA's global portfolio, continues to maintain its presence in Orlando, USA, alongside other international locations.

Exhibitus, an experiential marketing agency with an Orlando office, has been honored in the Find It Top 40 list by EXHIBITOR Magazine and received "Best of Show" awards for its exhibit productions. These accolades recognize Exhibitus' leadership in exhibit design, fabrication, and innovative brand experiences within the trade show industry.

Encore Global is seeking an Event Sales Manager for Venues at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort Orlando. This role involves cultivating relationships with hotel personnel and customers to drive event business and ensure world-class service.

AIMExpo, North America's premier powersports trade show produced by the Motorcycle Industry Council, will return to Orlando, Florida, from March 3-5, 2027. The event aims to gather the industry for three days of business, education, product launches, networking, and experiences. This marks a return to its original host city, following a successful 2026 event in Anaheim.

The Global Produce & Floral Show is set to return to Orlando from October 14-16, 2026, adopting a new Wednesday-through-Friday schedule. The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) announced that registration has opened for its flagship industry event, which aims to bring together produce and floral professionals worldwide. Organizers anticipate building on the strong attendance and buyer engagement from last year's gathering.

The Global Produce & Floral Show will return to Orlando in October 2026 with a new weekday schedule, taking place from Oct. 14-16. The International Fresh Produce Association announced that registration has opened for its flagship industry event. Organizers expect the event to build on strong attendance and buyer engagement recorded during last year's gathering.

The Card Syndicate Trade Show is coming to Orlando on July 11–12, 2026, at the Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa. This two-day event is designed for collectors, vendors, families, and hobby fans, featuring Pokémon, sports cards, slabs, sealed, singles, merch, pack battles, giveaways, and scavenger hunts.

Premiere Orlando, an international beauty show, is scheduled to take place from May 30 to June 1, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center. This event serves as a hub for beauty professionals to explore the latest trends and techniques in the industry.

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has completed its 2.2-Megawatt rooftop solar installation, making it one of Florida's largest and significantly advancing the facility's sustainability goals. Unveiled during the "Great Solar Celebration," the upgraded system doubles the OCCC's previous solar generation within the same footprint. This project, developed with SolarEdge and Advanced Green Technologies, reinforces the OCCC's commitment to environmental stewardship and serves as a model for other convention centers.

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has completed its 2.2-Megawatt (MW) rooftop solar installation, one of Florida's largest, more than doubling its previous solar generation. The project was unveiled during the OCCC's Great Solar Celebration on April 24, 2026, reinforcing the facility's sustainability strategy and complementing its LEED Gold-certified North-South Building renovation.

Orange County Commissioners approved a $22 million restroom renovation project at the Orange County Convention Center on May 19, 2026, following a debate over budget priorities. The project, funded by tourist-development tax receipts, is part of nearly $62 million allocated to convention-center capital improvements.

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has reached a clean energy milestone with the completion of its 2.2-Megawatt rooftop solar installation, one of Florida's largest. This upgraded system more than doubles the Convention Center's previous solar generation, reinforcing its long-term sustainability strategy.

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando completed a 2.2-Megawatt rooftop solar installation, more than doubling its previous solar generation on the same footprint. Unveiled during the OCCC's Great Solar Celebration on April 24, this project is a significant step in the facility's sustainability strategy.