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Vision Expo 2025 Review

3/5/2025 2:32:00 PM|

With the first Vision Expo East in Orlando now in the rearview mirror, exhibitors and attendees are taking stock of the show’s inaugural debut in a new city.

Vision Expo East 2025 Shines in Orlando Debut, Delivering Innovation, Energy and Connection

3/5/2025 2:27:00 PM|

Vision Expo East, the most comprehensive event for the optical industry, concluded an invigorating relaunch into the southeast region, taking place in Orlando, FL from February 19-22, 2025.

Orlando Kicks Off 2025 with Packed Conventions, New Attractions, and Growing Tourism

3/5/2025 2:19:00 PM|

Orlando’s convention scene is off to a strong start in 2025, with major trade shows driving record attendance and economic impact. From MegaCon Orlando drawing over 160,000 attendees to industry events at the Orange County Convention Center, the city continues to be a premier destination for business and entertainment.

Universal Orlando crowds return as Epic Universe gets ready for big opening

1/31/2025 1:37:00 PM|

Attendance at Universal theme parks returned by the end of 2024 after a summer slowdown, the company disclosed Thursday.

Coverings’ educational offerings to address color trends, aging in place design and more

1/31/2025 1:32:00 PM|

Coverings, the show dedicated to ceramic tile and natural stone, has announced its lineup of education, including presentations on color trends, aging in place design, economic outlooks and more, along with live demonstrations, interactive learning sessions, expert Q&A panels and live podcasts.

VMX 2025: A Record-Breaking Celebration of Innovation, Education and Thought Leadership in Veterinary Medicine

1/31/2025 1:29:00 PM|

VMX 2025 wrapped up last evening setting a bold new standard for innovation, education and leadership in veterinary medicine. VMX 2025 offered more than 1,300 hours of continuing education for veterinary professionals and featured a record 735 exhibits from multinational organizations to veterinary startups showcasing the latest in diagnostic technologies and medical advances.

All Out Grand Nationals 2025 Coverage

1/31/2025 1:17:00 PM|

The All Out Grand Nationals is an elite all-star cheerleading event at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, featuring hundreds of teams.

What Not to Miss at Vision Expo East 2025

1/31/2025 1:14:00 PM|

Vision Expo East, the leading conference and exhibition for eyecare and eyewear professionals, is set to make its Orlando, Florida debut at the Orange County Convention Center from February 19-22, 2025. Co-owned by RX and The Vision Council, Vision Expo will land in Orlando with a transformative show floor layout, enhanced programming of education and events, and will showcase over 300 leading eyecare and eyewear brands from industry giants to independent designers.

What to know about MegaCon Orlando: Who’s attending, tickets, more

1/31/2025 1:12:00 PM|

MegaCon’s four-day convention is back in Orlando where comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming enthusiasts can unite. The convention hosts a place to celebrate pop culture. Attendees can “get an autograph and a photo with your favorite guest, dive behind-the-scenes with your top movies and TV shows, and strut the runway in your best cosplay,” according to its website.

Orange County holds large-scale exercise to prep for potential attack

1/31/2025 1:09:00 PM|

This Wednesday, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Orange County Fire Rescue and the sheriff’s office conducted a full scale exercise with actors using fake blood and weapon to play out mass shootings and other violent attacks at the Orange County Convention Center.

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