Trade Show News

San Antonio will host its first Silk Road Cultural Heritage District marketplace festival on March 28, 2026, featuring international cuisine, artisan vendors, and cultural performances. The event is designed to foster the modern-day exchange of global goods, ideas, and cultures, and highlights the district as a growing destination for cultural tourism, entrepreneurship, and small-business growth.

The San Antonio Convention Center is offering incentives for meetings and events booked through Visit San Antonio sales representatives. To qualify, events must have at least 50 rooms on peak with space at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center and be contracted by March 31, 2026.

FreedomPay has partnered with Cvent to enhance payment security, personalization, and efficiency for hospitality and group business, including in San Antonio. This integration will allow for direct tokenization of credit card numbers, aiming to deter fraud for hoteliers. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to innovation and data security in the future of hospitality and group business.

The 2026 River Walk Royal Court raised over $150,000 for the San Antonio Hospitality Foundation, surpassing previous fundraising totals. Proceeds support academic scholarships for tourism and hospitality students, strengthening the local hospitality workforce pipeline vital for the convention and trade show industry.

The 2026 River Walk Royal Court has raised over $150,000 for the San Antonio Hospitality Foundation, setting a new fundraising record. These proceeds are dedicated to supporting academic scholarships for tourism and hospitality students at St. Philip's College and The University of Texas at San Antonio, as well as funding programs that strengthen the local hospitality workforce pipeline.

Visit San Antonio is recognized as an Engage-level member of the U.S. Travel Association for 2026. This membership signifies Visit San Antonio's active role in shaping the travel industry's national agenda and its commitment to the broader tourism and convention sector.

Ward North American, a moving company, lists 'Trade Show Movers' as one of its specialized services in San Antonio. This indicates the availability of logistics and transportation services tailored for the trade show industry in the city. The company emphasizes professional strength and seamless relocations for various needs.

Janis Burke, who previously held leadership roles with Visit San Antonio, has been named chief sports officer for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). This personnel move highlights the mobility of leadership within the convention and tourism industry.

WiFiT offers temporary WiFi and internet solutions for high-density crowds at San Antonio convention center events, including the Henry B. González Convention Center and the Alamodome. Their services are designed to provide reliable connectivity for trade shows and outdoor activations.

Heavy Haulers successfully managed a last-minute transport of a custom sprayer trailer to a San Antonio trade show. This highlights the critical role of specialized logistics services in supporting the timely setup and execution of exhibitions.

The current schedule for 2026–2027 lists three exhibition events in San Antonio: APCO 2026 in August, the San Antonio Fall Home & Garden Show 2026 in October, and the TMEA Clinic/Convention 2027 in February. Most key events are hosted at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.

The Pan American Student Forum of Texas Annual Convention is scheduled for March 27-28, 2026, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. This vibrant event brings together students for educational and networking opportunities.

The Pan American Student Forum of Texas Annual Convention is scheduled to take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio from March 27-28, 2026. This vibrant event brings together students for various activities and discussions.

The 2026 Environmental Trade Fair & Conference (ETFC) is scheduled to take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center from May 19-20, 2026. This trade fair will focus on environmental topics and bring together industry professionals.

The ONS Congress is listed to be held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center from May 14-16, 2026. This event will bring together professionals for a multi-day congress.

Vivid Exhibits highlights the Henry B. González Convention Center's extensive exhibition space of 514,000 sq ft, the 54,000 sq ft Stars at Night Ballroom, and recent technology upgrades. The article emphasizes the center's capabilities for hosting large trade shows and offers custom booth solutions for exhibitors.

A planned 200,000-square-foot expansion of the Henry B. González Convention Center has been put on pause as San Antonio city officials assess the post-COVID convention market.

The planned 200,000-square-foot expansion to the Henry B. González Convention Center is currently on pause. City officials are re-evaluating the project due to a lack of funding and a need for a better understanding of the post-COVID convention market.

The Henry B. González Convention Center is advancing its investment in next-generation connectivity by expanding its Wi-Fi 7 network with Smart City Networks. This new phase includes adding over 100 Wi-Fi 7 access points to enhance coverage and density, particularly in high-traffic areas. The upgrade aims to further elevate performance and scalability for high-density events at the San Antonio venue.

The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio is expanding its Wi-Fi 7 investment with Smart City Networks, adding over 100 new access points. This upgrade aims to enhance next-generation wireless capacity to support high-density events at the venue.