What are the: Names, dates & locations of the 25 largest trade shows
in the US in 2006 (e.g., CES, HIMMS, etc.)

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Request for Question Clarification by pafalafa-ga on 10 Jan 2006 19:04 PST

mimig-ga,

I found a terrific resource that lists virtually all the major trade
shows coming up, although they are not ranked by size.

Have a look, and let me know if it meets your needs.  The easiest link
to access is this one:


http://64.233.161.104/search?q=cache:LVsMmHaJMFoJ:www.thetradeshownetwork.com/TTNMG2006ShowCalendar.xls+conexpo+fose+jck+&hl=en


although you can download an actual spreadsheet file at the primary
link (but it's a long download):


http://www.thetradeshownetwork.com/TTNMG2006ShowCalendar.xls



Look them over, and you'll see that the top shows listed in the
comment (below) all seem to be listed here as well.


Let me know what you think.


pafalafa-ga

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Clarification of Question by mimig-ga on 10 Jan 2006 22:34 PST

Thank you, however, this is answer lacks the critical "size/ranking"
aspect - 25 largest.  However, I suspect the same resource might have
that info, too, as the name, date and locations are excellent.  But
I'm trying to zero in on the largest trade shows, not all 243.  Many
thanks.

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Request for Question Clarification by pafalafa-ga on 11 Jan 2006 08:26 PST

Getting a *wee* bit closer.

Here's a list of the Top 50 trade shows in the US:



http://www.absoluteexhibits.com/aboutae/calendar.asp



but they're not in ranked order.  Still, that narrows things down a bit.


Are we getting there?

paf

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Clarification of Question by mimig-ga on 11 Jan 2006 12:48 PST

Well, it's not exactly what I wanted, but it is close.  So I will
consider it a "3 star" answer, as is; and "four star" if the list of
243 only included these top 50 (so I don't have to deal w/the other
193); then you can "collect" your bounty.  Many thanks for all your
searching! Mimi

From http://www.tradeshowweek.com/info/CA6262423.html:

"Tradeshow Week® 200 - 31st Anniversary Edition (2005)
The Tradeshow Week® 200 is the elite of the tradeshow industry. The
directory features a listing and analysis of the 200 largest
tradeshows in the U.S. and the 50 largest in Canada. Shows are ranked
by net square feet of paid exhibit space. Includes information on each
show's final attendance, number of exhibiting companies, dates and
location. Published annually in April.
Included with a subscription to Tradeshow Week® magazine, or can be
purchased separately for... $150.00

Partial Listings From The Top 10 U.S. Shows in 2004
Rank Show Name Net Sq. Ft. Ex. Space Exhibit. Firms 
1. 2004 International CES 1,390,618
 2,525
 
2. PACK EXPO/International Food Processing Machinery Expo 1,233,130
 2,042
 
3. International Manufacturing Technology Show 1,151,100
 1,819
 
4. SEMA Show 1,074,596
 1,978
 
5. WSA Show (World Shoe Association)/Aug. 961,305
 1,676
 
6. MAGIC Marketplace (MAGIC/WWD-MAGIC/MAGIC kids/the edge)/Aug. 928,640
 3,328
 
7. The WSA Show (World Shoe Association)/Feb. 875,449
 1,475
 
8. MAGIC Marketplace (MAGIC/WWD-MAGIC/MAGIC kids/the edge)/Feb. 864,827
 3,038
 
9. Pennsylvania RV & Camping Show 859,610
 284
 
10. International Woodworking Machinery & Furniture Supply Fair - USA® 832,813
 1,372"
 
Have a good day.

Thanks this is a good start; but not the 2006 answer.