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Holiday Matsuri at OCCC

1/2/2025 1:38:00 PM|

After years of steady growth and rave reviews, this holiday-themed pop culture extravaganza is ready to welcome more attendees, exhibitors, and guests than ever before. Holiday Matsuri is a multi-genre convention that uniquely blends the magic of the holidays with the excitement of anime, gaming, and pop culture.

PGA 2025 Innovation District

12/23/2024 9:41:00 AM|

The new ‘Innovation District’ will be the epicenter of cutting-edge new products and revolutionary inventions at the annual PGA Show, the world’s largest gathering of the global golf industry, January 21-24, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.

SNAXPO looking to expand for 2025 show at OCCC

12/23/2024 9:31:00 AM|

Today’s consumer is snacking more than ever. Fifty-six percent of Americans say they can’t finish the day without a snack, and snacks now account for half of all eating occasions, according to the Hartman Group. The industry’s premier trade show, SNAXPO, is growing right alongside the category. SNAXPO25, which will be held March 30-April 1 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., is expected to draw 1,600 attendees and 170 exhibitors, a 25% increase over its 2023 edition.

NBA G League Fan Day

12/23/2024 9:27:00 AM|

The NBA G League Winter Showcase presented by The General Insurance is the NBA G League’s annual in-season scouting event, when all teams converge in one city to play in front of NBA general managers and player personnel executives from all 30 NBA teams.

Orlando sports commission's Jason Siegel on Olympics, FIFA, big wins

12/23/2024 9:17:00 AM|

Orlando’s sports scene keeps on winning thanks to team championships, new and returning events and ongoing investment in local sports venues.

Orlando prepares for traffic challenges as Epic Universe nears opening

12/18/2024 6:47:00 PM|

As the countdown to the opening of Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe continues, excitement about the park’s potential impact on the region’s economy and tourism industry is undeniable.

The Top Thrills, Chills and Frills from IAAPA Expo 2024 in Orlando

12/17/2024 6:33:00 PM|

The theme park and attractions industry isn’t known as the “business of fun” for nothing. When manufacturers and suppliers of roller coasters, water slides, arcade games, inflatables, f&b, haunts and theming come together, it’s a lively show floor filled with rides, lights, laughter and screams, not to mention tasty samples and sensorial experiences.

Optical’s Biggest Players to Showcase Latest in Eyecare and Eyewear at Vision Expo East 2025

12/17/2024 6:31:00 PM|

More than 300 of the industry’s most influential eyecare and eyewear brands will showcase industry-leading vision products and services at the upcoming Orlando, FL edition of Vision Expo East, taking place February 19–22, 2025 at the Orange County Convention Center. An integral part of the upgraded show floor experience debuting in Orlando, Vision Expo East 2025 welcomes an impressive roster of renowned industry brands including Kering Eyewear, DITA, Krewe, Anna-Karin Karlsson, Mykita, Tom Dav...

Surf Expo Is Just a Month Away. Are You Registered Yet?

12/17/2024 6:28:00 PM|

After a successful September event, the coastal lifestyle tradeshow is making big plans. Surf Expo, a watersports and coastal lifestyle trade market, is preparing to return to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., in just under a month.

Countdown to Surf Expo January 2025

12/17/2024 6:25:00 PM|

The premier watersports and coastal lifestyle tradeshow will have more than 700 exhibiting brands.

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