Las Vegas Conventions Calendar: Your 2025 Guide to Trade Shows, Expos, and Industry Events

Hey there, convention enthusiasts and industry pros! Welcome to your go-to Las Vegas Conventions Calendar for 2025—a lively, insider’s take on the trade shows, expos, and industry events about to take over Sin City. Forget the stiff, corporate vibes; this is your boots-on-the-ground scoop, packed with dates, venues, crowd sizes, and a bit of Vegas flair. I’ve wandered these convention floors myself—once scored a slick gadget at a tech expo and a handshake that landed me a sweet deal—so I know there’s gold here. Vegas isn’t just for gamblers; it’s a convention juggernaut, drawing millions to spots like the Las Vegas Convention Center and beyond. Let’s dive into the top 50 conventions hitting Vegas this year and get you ready to network, learn, and snag some swag!

Why Vegas is the Convention Capital

Let’s cut to the chase: Vegas dominates the convention scene, and it’s not even close. With over 11 million square feet of meeting space, it’s got the room, the energy, and the infrastructure to handle everything from cozy niche gatherings to massive global showdowns. The Las Vegas Convention Center (3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Google Maps, (702) 892-0711, vegasconventioncenter.com)—a sprawling 4.6-million-square-foot titan—sets the stage for the biggest players. Whether you’re hunting tech breakthroughs, business leads, or just some freebies to brag about, Vegas has it all. Here’s a hot tip from someone who’s been there: Book your stay early with hotel deals (guaranteed lowest prices)—rooms disappear faster than a magician’s rabbit during convention season!

Top 50 Las Vegas Conventions in 2025

Alright, here’s the meat of it—the top 50 conventions rocking Vegas in 2025. These are the heavyweights, pulling in huge crowds, sparking big ideas, and opening doors to killer opportunities. I’ve got the lowdown on each, plus links to dive deeper. Buckle up—this is gonna be a wild ride!

• CES 2025 – January 7-10
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 138,000+
  The tech world’s Super Bowl—think gadgets, startups, and innovations that’ll blow your mind. ces.tech
• World of Concrete – January 21-23
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 60,000+
  Concrete and masonry pros geek out over cutting-edge tools and live demos—bring your hard hat! worldofconcrete.com
• SHOT Show – January 21-24
  Where: Venetian Expo (201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169, Google Maps, (702) 733-5556, venetianlasvegas.com/expo)—a sleek 1.2-million-square-foot gem on the Strip.
  Attendance: 61,000+
  Firearms and outdoor gear galore—perfect for hunters and law enforcement buffs. shotshow.org
• MAGIC Las Vegas – February 10-12
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 78,000+
  Fashion’s biggest marketplace—apparel, shoes, and trends that’ll have you strutting. magicfashionevents.com
• Project Las Vegas – February 10-12
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 50,000+
  Contemporary fashion for the stylish set—trendy and trade-ready. projectfashionevents.com
• CHAMPS Trade Show – February 12-15
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 15,000+
  Counterculture B2B—smoke shops and alternative vibes in one smoky package. champstradeshows.com
• ToyFest – February 19-21
  Where: World Market Center Las Vegas (475 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106, Google Maps, (702) 486-5200, worldmarketcenter.com)—a 300,000-square-foot downtown hotspot.
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Toys for days—retailers and creators unite! toyfest.us
• NGA Show – February 23-25
  Where: Caesars Forum (3910 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Google Maps, (702) 733-5000, caesars.com/caesars-forum)—a modern 550,000-square-foot stunner.
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Grocers get innovative—networking and next-level ideas. thenationalgrocersshow.com
• RE/MAX R4 – February 24-27
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center (3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, Google Maps, (702) 632-7777, mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com)—330,000 square feet of tropical luxe.
  Attendance: 40,000+
  Real estate pros level up with education and connections. remax.com/r4
• NAHB International Builders’ Show – February 25-27
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 68,000+
  Builders’ paradise—the world’s biggest light construction show. buildersshow.com
• WPPI Conference + Expo – March 16-20
  Where: The Rio (3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103, Google Maps, (702) 777-7777, riolasvegas.com)—a vibrant off-Strip vibe.
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Wedding photographers snap up creativity and business tips. wppiexpo.com
• IWCE – March 17-20
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 5,000+
  Wireless comms pros dive into the latest tech. iwceexpo.com
• Adobe Summit – March 18-20
  Where: Venetian Expo
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Digital experience gurus get the Adobe treatment—top-tier insights! summit.adobe.com
• National Hardware Show – March 18-20
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Hardware and home improvement—tools and outdoor living shine. nationalhardwareshow.com
• Bar & Restaurant Expo – March 24-26
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 10,400+
  Bar and restaurant pros mix it up with industry trends. barandrestaurantexpo.com
• World Tea Expo – March 24-26
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 50,000+
  Tea lovers and pros steep in premium blends and ideas. worldteaexpo.com
• ICCFA Annual Convention & Exposition – April 30-May 3
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center
  Attendance: 2,000-2,500
  Funeral industry pros tackle tech and support—serious business. iccfa.com/convention
• The Franchise Show Las Vegas – May 2-3
  Where: World Market Center Las Vegas
  Attendance: 2,500-3,500
  Franchise dreams start here—opportunity knocks! franchiseshowinfo.com/las-vegas
• 2025 Cooperator Expo – May 1, 10:00 AM-3:30 PM
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 1,500-2,000
  Property managers get the scoop on tech and legal updates. thecooperatorexpo.com/las-vegas
• ICSC Las Vegas – May 18-20
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 30,000+
  Retail real estate’s big marketplace—deals everywhere! icsc.com/events
• Bitcoin 2025 – May 27-29
  Where: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas (3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Google Maps, (702) 414-1000, venetianlasvegas.com)—a luxe Strip icon.
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Crypto and blockchain fans cash in on the future. bitcoinconference.com
• NAA Apartmentalize – June 11-14
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Multifamily housing pros unpack trends and tech. naahq.org/apartmentalize
• JCK Las Vegas – June 6-9
  Where: Venetian Expo
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Jewelry industry sparkles—buyers and designers connect. jckonline.com
• AWFS Fair – July 22-25
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center
  Attendance: 15,000+
  Woodworking pros saw through tools and trends. awfsfair.org
• Cosmoprof North America – July 15-17
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center
  Attendance: 45,000+
  Beauty industry’s B2B blockbuster—skincare and haircare reign. cosmoprofnorthamerica.com
• RE+ – September 8-11
  Where: Venetian Expo
  Attendance: 40,000+
  Renewable energy’s North American titan—green power rules! re-plus.com
• SuperZoo – August 13-15
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Pet industry unleashed—products and pets galore! superzoo.org
• The Experience – September 3-5
  Where: Caesars Forum
  Attendance: 30,000+
  Cleaning and restoration pros scrub up new tricks. theexperienceevents.com
• Blackhat USA – August 3-8
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center
  Attendance: 18,000+
  Cybersecurity’s elite hack it out—nerd heaven! blackhat.com
• DEFCON 33 – August 7-10
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 30,000+
  Hackers’ global showdown—tech rebels assemble! defcon.org
• BICSI Fall Conference – August 17-21
  Where: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Info and comms tech pros wire up innovation. bicsi.org
• International Pool Spa Patio Expo – October 22-24
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Outdoor living pros dive into pools and patios. poolspapatio.com
• The NAMA Show – April 15-17
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Vending and micro markets—convenience pros shine! namashow.com
• SEMA Show – November 4-7
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 160,000+
  Auto aftermarket’s wildest ride—cars and parts overload! semashow.com
• AWS re:Invent – December 1-5
  Where: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
  Attendance: 65,000+
  Cloud computing’s brain fest—Amazon’s finest! reinvent.awsevents.com
• Performance Marketing Expo – April 7-9
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 6,000+
  Digital marketers strategize—trends and tactics galore! pmexpo.com
• AIMExpo – February 5-7
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 10,000+
  Powersports rev up—motorcycles and more! aimexpousa.com
• LeTip National Convention – October 15-17
  Where: Westgate Las Vegas (3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Google Maps, (702) 732-5111, westgateresorts.com/las-vegas)—a classic Vegas retreat.
  Attendance: 5,000+
  Business networking with a Vegas twist. letip.com/convention
• Customer Connect Expo – April 16-18
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 8,000+
  Customer experience pros solve the future. customerconnectexpo.com
• ACWConnect Live! – March 24-26
  Where: Venetian Expo
  Attendance: 5,000+
  Women in tech channel—empowerment central! acwconnectlive.com
• Foundations Entertainment University – April 22-24
  Where: The Orleans (4500 W Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89103, Google Maps, (702) 365-7111, orleanscasino.com)—a lively off-Strip spot.
  Attendance: 2,000+
  Entertainment facility blueprint—fun meets profit! foundationsuniversity.com
• Outdoor Christmas Expo – November 12-14
  Where: Caesars Forum
  Attendance: 5,000+
  Holiday décor pros light up the season. outdoorchristmasexpo.com
• Vegas Shoot – February 6-8
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 4,000+
  Archery’s indoor world champ—bullseye! vegasshoot.com
• Billiard & Home Leisure Expo – March 25-27
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 3,000+
  Billiards and leisure gear—cue the fun! billiardexpo.com
• Altitude Intimates – April 8-10
  Where: Paris Las Vegas (3655 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, Google Maps, (702) 946-7000, caesars.com/paris-las-vegas)—a chic Strip gem.
  Attendance: 5,000+
  Lingerie and intimates trade—steamy business! altitudeintimates.com
• Amusement Expo International – March 18-20
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 5,000+
  Coin-op and amusement pros play hard! amusementexpo.org
• Metalcon International – October 21-23
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 8,000+
  Metal construction pros forge solutions. metalcon.com
• NAB Show – April 5-9
  Where: Las Vegas Convention Center
  Attendance: 103,000+
  Media, entertainment, and tech collide—100 years strong! nabshow.com
• International Surface Event – January 28-30
  Where: Mandalay Bay Convention Center
  Attendance: 20,000+
  Flooring, stone, and tile—surface pros unite! tiseflooring.com
• Off Price Las Vegas – February 9-12
  Where: Venetian Expo
  Attendance: 7,700+
  Wholesale fashion steals—deals on deals! offpriceshow.com

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Top 10 Ongoing Shows to Catch Nightly or Select Nights

Las Vegas Tickets: Where to Buy!

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Note: These are guaranteed lowest prices on show tickets! Between convention sessions, unwind with Vegas’s iconic ongoing shows—here’s my top 10:

• Absinthe @ Caesars Palace
  A wild, adults-only circus—hilarious chaos under the big top! Times: 8:00 PM & 10:00 PM Sun-Thu, 7:00 PM, 9:00 PM & 11:00 PM Fri-Sat. View Available Tickets 🎪
• Blue Man Group @ Luxor
  Weird, blue, and totally Vegas—drums and paint fly! Times: 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM Thu-Tue. View Available Tickets 🎨
• David Copperfield @ MGM Grand
  Magic legend bends reality—mind-blowing every time! Times: 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM nightly, 4:00 PM Saturdays. View Available Tickets 🎩
• KÀ by Cirque du Soleil @ MGM Grand
  Epic stunts and storytelling—Cirque’s boldest! Times: 4:30 PM Sat & Sun, 7:00 PM Sat-Wed, 9:30 PM Mon-Wed. View Available Tickets 🤸
• Mad Apple by Cirque du Soleil @ New York-New York
  NYC grit meets Vegas dazzle—quirky and cool! Times: 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM Tue-Sat. View Available Tickets 🍎
• Mat Franco – Magic Reinvented Nightly @ The LINQ
  Sleight-of-hand wizardry—magic with swagger! Times: 7:00 PM Fri-Wed. View Available Tickets 🃏
• Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil @ Mandalay Bay
  MJ’s legacy in dazzling glory—moonwalk vibes! Times: 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM Thu-Mon. View Available Tickets 🕺
• Mystère by Cirque du Soleil @ Treasure Island
  Classic Cirque magic—timeless and strange! Times: 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM Fri-Tue. View Available Tickets ✨
• O by Cirque du Soleil @ Bellagio
  Watery wonderland—stunning and surreal! Times: 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM Wed-Sun. View Available Tickets 💦
• Penn & Teller @ Rio Hotel & Casino
  Magic meets comedy—quirky genius at its best! Times: 8:00 PM Thu-Sun. View Available Tickets 🎭

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Wrap-Up: Your 2025 Vegas Convention Adventure

From CES’s tech frenzy to SEMA’s car chaos, the top 50 conventions in 2025 make Vegas the place to be. Whether you’re networking at the Mandalay Bay Las Vegas Conventions Calendar or unwinding with a show, this city delivers. So, grab your badge, book your stay with hotel deals (guaranteed lowest prices), and dive into the action—Vegas is waiting to make your 2025 epic! Check out the Las Vegas Conventions Calendar for the latest updates!