Orlando show season
The 2026–2027 Orlando show season
The biggest conventions, trade shows and festivals coming to Orlando, with dates and the crew they usually need. If you're producing any of them, book crew early: the market gets tight when big shows overlap.
| Event | Dates | Venue | Production work |
|---|---|---|---|
| IAAPA Expo | Nov 16–20, 2026 | Orange County Convention Center | Attractions industry: immersive tech, exhibits, booth AV |
| I/ITSEC | Nov 30–Dec 4, 2026 | Orange County Convention Center | Defense simulation and training: exhibits, general sessions |
| ASI Show Orlando | Jan 5–7, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center | Promotional products: exhibits, education |
| Surf Expo | Jan 6–8, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center | Watersports and coastal retail: exhibits, fashion shows |
| VMX (Veterinary Meeting & Expo) | Jan 16–20, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center | Medical education: general sessions, many breakout rooms |
| PGA Show | Jan 26–29, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center + Orange County National | Golf industry: exhibits, Demo Day outdoor production |
| Global Pet Expo | Mar 17–19, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center | Pet retail: exhibits, product launches |
| Miami Music Week: Winter Music Conference & Ultra | Mar 22–28, 2027 | Miami (travel) | Conference AV, festival stages, LED and audio |
| NPE: The Plastics Show | May 3–7, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center | Industrial exhibits, large booths, education (every 3 years) |
| InfoComm, RESIDE & Lightapalooza | Jun 12–18, 2027 | Orange County Convention Center | Pro AV's biggest show: exhibits, demos, education |
| EDC Orlando | Nov 5–7, 2027 | Tinker Field | Festival stages: audio, lighting, LED, stagehands |
| IAAPA Expo 2027 | November 2027 (dates TBA) | Orange County Convention Center | Attractions industry: exhibits and booth AV |
Book crew before the season tightens
January is Orlando's busiest stretch: ASI, Surf Expo, VMX and the PGA Show run back to back, and experienced V1s, A1s and breakout operators get booked weeks ahead. Send us your dates now and we'll hold crew for your load-in.