Las Vegas Trade Show Calendar 2026–2027

Market Update (May 2026): Las Vegas convention bookings surged 58% year-over-year in early 2026, with 480,000 hotel room nights projected from February-March bookings alone (LVCVA). Read our analysis of what this means for hotel availability.

Planning which show to attend? Check the Las Vegas Convention Price Index to see how Strip hotel rates rise and fall month by month—October is the priciest, summer the cheapest.

Planning around a busy week? See our Las Vegas convention compression calendar — the weeks when overlapping shows and citywide events sell out the closest hotels first.

🧭 How to Use This Calendar

This calendar is more than a list of dates — it’s your planning toolkit for a successful Las Vegas trade show trip. Here’s how to get the most out of it:

Getting to Las Vegas

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• Check your show’s dates and venue first. Hotels near the Las Vegas Convention Center sell out fast for major shows like CES, SEMA, and NAB, so check availability for your dates as early as you can. The earlier you know your dates, the better rates you’ll lock in.
• Click through to the dedicated hotel guide for your show. Each major trade show has its own guide below with curated hotel recommendations, walking distances, and insider tips — far more useful than a generic Vegas “top 10” list.
• Watch for overlapping shows. Some weeks host multiple conventions at once (AAPEX and SEMA overlap every November, for instance). Rates spike dramatically when this happens.
• Plan around your venue. LVCC, Venetian Expo, Mandalay Bay Convention Center, and Caesars Forum are miles apart from each other. Proximity to your specific hall matters more than you’d think.

Scroll down for the full 2026 and 2027 calendars, then jump to the hotel guides at the bottom of this page to start planning your stay.

Las Vegas is the trade show capital of the world. Whether you’re an exhibitor or an attendee, planning your trip around the right dates is essential. Here is the most complete calendar of Las Vegas trade shows and conventions for 2026 and 2027.

Las Vegas Trade Show Calendar 2026: Upcoming Shows (October–December)

Updated September 25, 2026. Every date and venue below was checked against the organizer’s official website. Attendance is the latest official figure, with the year and city it refers to; “Not published” means the organizer has not released a number. Always confirm dates on the official show site before booking non-refundable travel.

Las Vegas Trade Show Calendar 2027

All 2027 shows confirmed for Las Vegas so far, in date order. Watch the overlapping weeks: World of Concrete and SHOT Show share January 19–21, KBIS, IBS and TISE all run February 2–4, and G2E and IMEX America overlap in late September — hotel rates spike on those dates.

Shows Not in Las Vegas in 2027

These shows were in Las Vegas recently but are held elsewhere in 2027, or skip the year. Don’t book a Vegas hotel for them.

Past 2026 Las Vegas Trade Shows

Shows already held in 2026, kept for reference. Most return in 2027 — see the 2027 calendar above for next dates.

📌 Major Non-Trade-Show Events to Plan Around

Beyond trade shows, three annual Las Vegas events drive hotel rates up dramatically and book out months in advance. If your trade show overlaps these dates, expect higher rates and limited availability:

• F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix — mid-November. The biggest non-trade-show booking surge of the year.
• NFR & Cowboy Christmas — early-to-mid December. Wraps the year with packed hotels city-wide — NFR hotels near Thomas & Mack are among the first to sell out. The free Cowboy Christmas gift show fills the LVCC for the same ten days.
• PBR Teams Championship — mid-May. Major weekend impact during peak trade show season.

🏨 Where to Stay for Each Show

Hotels fill up fast during major trade shows — sometimes 6 to 12 months in advance. Here are the best options based on proximity to each venue:

For LVCC Shows (CES, NAB, SEMA, ConExpo…)

The Las Vegas Convention Center is located on Paradise Road. The closest hotels are the Westgate Las Vegas (connected by walkway), the Renaissance Las Vegas (pedestrian bridge to LVCC), and the Hilton Grand Vacations on Paradise Road. Check availability and rates for LVCC hotels →

For Venetian Expo Shows (SHOT Show, AAPEX…)

The Venetian Expo is connected directly to The Venetian Resort — staying here means zero commute. Alternatives include the Palazzo and the Wynn Las Vegas, both within walking distance. Check availability near Venetian Expo →

For Mandalay Bay Shows (Magic, Black Hat…)

Stay at Mandalay Bay itself for maximum convenience. Delano Las Vegas and Four Seasons are connected to the same complex. Check availability near Mandalay Bay →

💡 Pro Tips for Trade Show Planning

💡 Evening plans during your trade show — residency and headliner shows at Caesars Palace, Paris Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood and The Colosseum sell out fast during show weeks. Book early to lock in your preferred night. Book Las Vegas shows via Caesars Rewards →

• Book your hotel early for CES, SEMA and NAB — during show week, hotel prices run well above a quiet week (about 39% for CES and 22% for SEMA in our Price Watch readings of September 27, 2026)
• Use the Las Vegas Monorail to move between LVCC and Strip hotels
• Register early — most shows offer significant discounts for early bird registration
• Pack comfortable shoes — you’ll walk 15,000+ steps per day on concrete floors
• Book restaurants in advance — every good restaurant near the convention center is fully booked during major shows

This calendar is updated regularly. Dates for 2027 are provisional and subject to change. Always verify on the official show website before booking.

⏱️ Trade Show Planning Timeline

When should you start booking your Las Vegas trade show trip? For major conventions, the honest answer is: earlier than most first-time attendees expect. Here’s the timeline we recommend based on real attendee and exhibitor experience across CES, SEMA, NAB, and the other top Las Vegas shows.

9 Months Out — Secure Your Room Block

For the biggest shows (CES, SEMA, NAB Show, CONEXPO), official hotel blocks usually open several months before the event. Booking through the official block secures both the best rates and the closest hotels to your venue. Our detailed 9-month exhibitor booking timeline breaks this process down step by step.

6 Months Out — Flights and Budget

Lock in flights 4 to 6 months out for the best price-to-convenience ratio. This is also the right moment to finalize your budget, especially for exhibitors. Our Las Vegas trade show exhibitor budget guide covers every line item you need to plan for, from booth costs to hidden drayage fees.

3 Months Out — Logistics

Now is the time to plan airport transfers — our LVCC airport transport guide compares every option — book dinner reservations before the best business dinner spots fill up (see our restaurants near LVCC guide), and decide whether you need a rental car.

On a Tight Budget?

If you need to keep costs under control, our budget hotels near LVCC guide lists quality options under $150 per night during convention season, and our guide to saving money at Las Vegas trade shows covers every cost-cutting trick that actually works.

🏨 Hotel Guides by Trade Show

Planning to attend a specific show? Browse our complete library of hotel guides, booking tips, and transport advice, organized by trade show:

• Licensing Expo 2026 (May 19-21) — Mandalay Bay hotels + Sweets & Snacks Expo overlap warning
• SEMA Show 2026 — Best hotels near LVCC for automotive professionals
• AAPEX 2026 — Best hotels near The Venetian Expo
• CES 2027 — Book now before hotels sell out
• NAB Show 2026 — Complete guide for media professionals
• Best Hotels Near LVCC — General guide for all shows
• Cisco Live 2026 — Mandalay Bay hotels for 20k network engineers (May 31–Jun 4)
• CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 — LVCC hotels for construction pros (March)
• NBAA-BACE 2026 — Hotels near LVCC for aviation industry (October)
• SHOT Show 2027 — Complete guide for shooting, hunting and outdoor attendees
• HIMSS 2026 — Healthcare IT conference hotel guide
• MINExpo 2028 — Mining industry convention hotel guide (next edition Sept 26–28, 2028)
• G2E 2026 — Global Gaming Expo hotels
• ICSC Las Vegas 2026 — Retail real estate convention hotel guide
• Budget Hotels Near LVCC — Affordable trade show accommodation
• SuperZoo 2026 — Pet industry trade show hotels (August)
• NBAA-BACE Hotels (Aviation Professionals) — Alternative NBAA hotel guide
• ASD Market Week 2026 — Complete guide for wholesale retail merchandise buyers
• HIMSS Las Vegas hotels
• AWS re:Invent Las Vegas hotels
• Autodesk University Las Vegas hotels
• NACS Show Las Vegas hotels
• PACK EXPO Las Vegas hotels
• World of Concrete Las Vegas hotels
• Black Hat USA Las Vegas hotels
• ISC West Las Vegas hotels
• Money20/20 Las Vegas hotels
• CONEXPO Las Vegas hotels
• MAGIC Las Vegas hotels
• MJBizCon Las Vegas hotels
• SHOT Show Las Vegas hotels
• AWS re:Invent Las Vegas hotels
• NAB Show Las Vegas hotels

More Las Vegas Trade Show Resources

• JCK Las Vegas 2026 — Jewelry Trade Show Guide
• AAPEX Las Vegas 2026 — Automotive Aftermarket Guide
• Is attending a Las Vegas trade show worth it? ROI guide
• 15 ways to save money at Las Vegas trade shows
• Las Vegas trade show exhibitor budget guide
• Venetian Expo vs Mandalay Bay vs Caesars Forum comparison
• NAB Show Las Vegas complete guide
• CES 2027 Las Vegas complete guide
• Restaurants near the Las Vegas Convention Center
• Sahara vs Westgate — which is better for trade show attendees
• Off-Strip hotels for Las Vegas trade show attendees
• Quiet off-Strip hotels for convention work trips
• Best hotels when your family comes along to the show
• Navigating Las Vegas trade shows when walking is hard
• LVCC renovation 2026 — what changed for attendees
• Can you host a corporate event at the Sphere?
• VMware Explore 2027 — Resorts World hotel guide
• Rare Evo 2026 — crypto conference hotel guide
• AANP 2026 — nurse practitioners conference hotels
• ICSC Las Vegas 2026 — new PropTech and Women in CRE events
• Cvent 2026 ranks Las Vegas #2 — what it means for exhibitors
• Las Vegas named #1 meeting destination worldwide
• Why conventions held strong while tourism dropped
• 10 new trade shows coming to Las Vegas in 2026-2027

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is CES 2027 in Las Vegas?

CES 2027 runs January 6 to 9, 2027, at the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Venetian Expo. The 2026 edition drew 148,392 audited participants. For hotel recommendations and booking advice, see our CES 2027 hotel guide.

How far in advance should I book a hotel for a Las Vegas trade show?

Book as soon as your show dates are confirmed, with a refundable rate, then recheck prices as the show approaches. For large shows like CES, SEMA, NAB and CONEXPO, official hotel blocks usually open several months before the event.

What is the biggest trade show in Las Vegas?

By attendance, SEMA Show tops the list with 153,000+ attendees (2025). CES follows with 148,000+ audited participants each January. Both are held primarily at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Which hotels are closest to the Las Vegas Convention Center?

The closest hotels to LVCC are Westgate Las Vegas (connected by pedestrian bridge), Renaissance Las Vegas, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Elara, and Resorts World. Our complete best hotels near LVCC guide covers walking distances, amenities, and pricing for each option.

Are trade show hotels more expensive during convention weeks?

Yes, significantly. In LVT Price Watch readings from September 27, 2026, the average nightly rate for CES week was about 39% above a quiet week, and about 22% above for SEMA week. Booking 6 plus months in advance and comparing official show blocks against direct booking is the best defense against these spikes.

Which Las Vegas venue hosts the most trade shows?

The Las Vegas Convention Center hosts the largest number of major trade shows including CES, SEMA, NAB, CONEXPO, MJBizCon, NBAA-BACE, and dozens more. The Venetian Expo handles SHOT Show and AAPEX, while Mandalay Bay Convention Center hosts MAGIC, Black Hat, and IMEX America.

📍 Related: Looking for the complete picture? Check our complete LVCC hotel guide with all 25+ hotels ranked by walking distance to the LVCC, real trade show prices, and insider booking tips.

For maximum flexibility exploring Las Vegas between convention sessions, compare rental car rates with Carla. Having your own vehicle makes it easy to visit attractions off the Strip, grab dinner away from tourist areas, or make quick runs between your hotel and the convention center on your own schedule.

Budget-Conscious Alternatives Off the Strip

If you’re looking to save on accommodation without sacrificing quality, Station Casinos properties offer excellent value for trade show attendees. With convenient shuttle services, modern rooms, and significantly lower rates than Strip hotels, they’re a smart choice for budget-minded professionals.

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How We Research and Verify This Guide

LasVegasTrade.com is an independent resource. We are not owned by any hotel, casino, or booking platform, and no venue pays to be featured.

Show details. Dates, venues, and hours are verified against each event’s official website before publication, never copied from other blogs. When a detail can change, such as pricing, we say so and point to the official source.

Hotel rates. We run LVT Price Watch, our own tracker that records real advertised nightly rates from major booking platforms twice a week ahead of each major Las Vegas convention. This lets us show how prices actually move as a show approaches, instead of repeating generic estimates.

Distances and logistics. Walk times to the LVCC, Venetian Expo, and Mandalay Bay, plus Monorail and Vegas Loop access, are checked against mapping tools and official venue information.

How we make money. Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This never changes which hotels we recommend or the rate you pay. Our picks are based on location, value, and suitability for trade show attendees.

Last reviewed: September 27, 2026.