If you’re looking to showcase your products and services in the United States, trade shows in New York City should be at the top of your list.
According to New York City’s Department of City Planning, the New York metropolitan area’s economy accounts for an impressive 10% of the total GDP in the United States. It’s the best place to connect with the top tier of nearly any industry.
Here are the top trade shows in New York to choose from over the next year. Once you’ve scheduled your selections, don’t forget to start planning your custom trade show exhibit to make the most of your trip!
American Historical Association (AHA) Annual Meeting
When: January 8 – 11, 2026
At Chicago
AHA 2026 will be held in downtown New York. It is one of the largest gatherings for historians and related exhibitions on new products and services for the industry, including new research displays by top scholars. The AHA is one of the oldest trade organizations in the United States, hosting trade shows since 1884. Last year’s annual meeting in San Francisco greeted 2,000+ scholars.
National Retail Federation – Retail’s BIG Show – NRF
When: Jan. 11-13, 2026
At the New York City
The brightest and biggest retail solution providers attend these events, which highlight the top trends in the ever-changing retail industry. Attendees from across a wide range of industries in different retail sectors are in attendance, from food service to general goods. In New York, exhibitors and attendees are invited to tour innovative retail spaces and meet some of the biggest giants in the field.
Texworld NYC
When: July 29-31, 2026
At the Javits Center, NYC.
Texworld NYC has hosted an annual show in New York every year since 2006. It is one of the largest events on the East Coast for textiles, targeting fabric purchasers for apparel, sourcing agents, product development personnel, and designers. It is international in scope and of interest for a range of fabric interests, from the most luxurious fibers to the most functional and inexpensive. It is one of the top apparel trade shows to think about attending this year!
New York Travel & Adventure Show
When: January 24–25, 2026
At the Javits Convention Center,New York
At this unique and innovative trade show, attendees are invited to discover new vacation options and destinations from all over the world. Four theaters are located on the show floor. Attendees can meet famous travel celebrities, including Rick Steves, Phil Rosenthal, and Peter Greenberg. A big draw is the promise of tens of thousands of dollars in travel savings for attendees.
The Cooperator Expo
When: November 17, 2026
New York Hilton Midtown
This show is unique in that it hosts multiple events throughout the year at different venues in the New York region, along with Florida, Chicago, New England, and Las Vegas. Each show is only a day long. The fall show at the Javits Center expects over 200 exhibitors from a wide range of different building services – attorneys, pest control, HVAC, elevators, insurance, and energy efficiency, amongst others. The events are well attended by property managers, apartment building owners, and shareholders from a wide range of business interests.
VEITHsymposium
When: November 2026(expected)
At the New York
VEITHsymposium is in its 52st year as the leading conference and trade show for anyone associated with vascular health. It specializes in educational sessions for vascular surgeons, radiologists, cardiologists, and others who lead the field of vascular medicine. The latest trends in diagnosis, care management, and new technologies are discussed and are on display by exhibitors.
Home Textiles Sourcing Expo
When: July 29–31, 2026
At the Javits Center
The Home Textiles Sourcing Expo is the only North American event that focuses entirely on fabrics and finished “soft” accessories for the home. It is one of the best places for manufacturers, retail agents, and designers to connect to review new fabrics for furnishings and home fittings. It runs simultaneously with the Texworld event, building some of the best fabric synergy in New York City.
Affiliate Summit East
When: July 27 – 28, 2026
At the Javits Center
Affiliate Summit East (ASE) has over 3,500 attendees across advertising, publishing, marketing, and other “affiliate” industries. There will be six content tracks and dozens of sessions from experts on the top trends in affiliate industry niches. Event coordinators boast that its outcomes of an over 80% success rate in building networking opportunities and sales outlets are unparalleled by all but the top 5% of all global trade shows.
NY NOW – New York International Gift Fair
When: August 2–4, 2026
NY Now is one of the best events for gift products to connect with new retail outlets and learn about new trends in the industry. The event coordinators claim that 51% of attendees do not attend any other wholesale events. Purchasers in attendance range from Anthropologie and Bloomingdales to Target, Walmart, and Party City. Over 400 press outlets attend. They have two annual events, in the summer and the winter, depending on your schedule.
Plant-Based World Conference & Expo
When: June 16-17, 2026
At the Europe(expected)
Plant-Based World Expo is the only B2B trade show in New York, or globally, 100% dedicated to plant-based products and services. The event brings together over 4,000 stakeholders committed to supporting exponential growth in plant-based foods and products. Buyers and chefs from dozens of industry niches, from restaurants to airline cuisine suppliers, come to experience the new products and foods in the industry and discuss market trends.
National Association of Broadcasters – NAB Show New York
When: October 21–22, 2026
At the Javits Center, New York
NAB Show hosts the best industry specialists across the broadcasting, journalism, advertising, and sports industries. There are fantastic educational sessions and keynote presentations by industry leaders. At the same time, exhibitors display the latest trends and innovations relevant to the industry and communication creation and distribution.
The New York City Jewelry and Watch Show
When: October 22–25, 2026
At the Metropolitan Pavilion
This year’s show will be the ninth annual event showcasing the finest jewelry from a wide, global selection. Exhibitors include antique, estate, modern, and contemporary jewelry products and retailers. The show aims to connect traders with product sources and create new global networking and sales channels for the industry.
New York Vet Show
When: October 29-30, 2026
At the York City
This is one of the largest gatherings of veterinary professionals and related businesses, products, and services to the industry. More than 850 exhibitors attend to connect with 8000+ potential purchasers and decision-makers from throughout the value chain. Leading veterinary practitioners and specialists also offer educational sessions and insights.
BDNY – Boutique Design New York
When: November 8-9, 2026
At the Javits Center,NY
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is a lead event for the hospitality industry, showcasing new furnishing, lighting, textiles, and other design elements relevant to hotels and boutique guest houses. Purchasing agents, architects, and designers alike attend to peruse new offerings and stay abreast of the latest trends. It is a great place to make connections for specialty products and wholesale merchandise aimed at larger chains.
AI Summit New York
When: November 7, 2026
At the Javits Center
One of the largest conferences and trade shows for AI in the world, the AI Summit in New York hands out VIP passes for the top thought leaders to attend for free, and encourages speakership and collaboration in educational program development. 15000 practitioners are expected to attend. Headline partners are IBM, EY, and Workday. The Summit is part of a series with London, Singapore, and Las Vegas. Together the events draw over 5,000 start-ups and exhibitors.
In Summary – Celebrate the Best of Trade Shows in New York with a Great Plan and Exhibit
There are hundreds of types of trade shows, most of which can be found at some point during the year in New York City.
Once you pick the best trade shows in New York for your company and brand, you’ll want to make sure that your event strategy and exhibit are on par, to attract the right attention. Blazer can help you design that plan and help you take your trade show exhibits to the next level, to stand out even amongst the best in New York and beyond.