Marketplace Events creates vibrant expositions connecting enthusiasts with experts, products and services in dynamic face-to-face environments. The company produces more than 70 consumer shows in North America including home, garden and holiday shows. The 70+ combined events, in 37 markets, currently attract 22,000 exhibitors, 2 million attendees and another 4 million unique web visitors annually. The company produces some of the most successful and longest-running shows in North America, including market-leading shows in Minneapolis, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal—some of which have thrived in their markets for more than 75 years.
Why Marketplace Events?
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2 Million visitors & 22,000 exhibitors at our shows each year
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4.1 Million Unique Web Visits Per Year
65%
65% of visitors make a purchase at our shows
453k
367,500 Facebook & 86,000 Instagram followers
Upcoming Shows
Latest News
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Marketplace Events Expands Reach into Sport/Outdoor Category With Purchase of Four Shows from O’Loughlin Trade Shows
Mar 25, 2024
Marketplace Events (MPE), North America’s largest business-to-consumer show producer, today announced the acquisition of four shows in the Sport/Outdoor category from O’Loughlin Trade Shows (OTS), the premier consumer event producer in the Pacific Northwest. OTS is the same company from which MPE purchased two holiday shows in January of this year.Press Release -
Marketplace Events Acquires Two Holiday Shows from Showcase Events and Launches in Omaha Growing Portfolio to 14 Holiday Shows
Feb 02, 2024
After closing a deal to acquire two holiday shows from O’Loughlin Trade Shows (OTS) in the Pacific Northwest in January, Marketplace Events today announced the acquisition of two more holiday shows out west, bringing their total portfolio of holiday shows to 14 annual events.Press Release -
Marketplace Events Acquires Two Holiday Shows from O’Loughlin Trade Shows
Jan 16, 2024
Marketplace Events (MPE), North America’s largest business-to-consumer show producer, today announced the acquisition of two annual holiday shows in the Pacific Northwest, from O’Loughlin Trade Shows (OTS) a division of TO-RO Enterprises, Inc.Press Release
Testimonials
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In a world where customer service has gone by the wayside, Marketplace Events is remarkable in assisting you with every question and concern.Felicia W.Home Show Exhibitor
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Have been working this show for over 20 years and with the help of Marketplace Events it just gets better and better.Ray and Fay B.Home Show Exhibitor
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Thank you to everyone at Marketplace Events for putting on such a first-class show. We are very pleased with the traffic that you generated. Your professionalism and willingness to help us at every turn did not go unnoticed.Scott K.Home Show Exhibitor
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We experience shows all over the U.S. These events are the best promoted and staffs are the best you'll ever deal with. We would encourage any business to get involved with Marketplace!Dale D.Home Show Exhibitor
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Marketplace Events does a great job of promoting their shows, which results in great attendance, great exposure and sales.Marc C.Home Show Exhibitor
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I'm truly amazed how quickly you built this new show in two short years. I can't remember the last time we went non-stop from opening to close. Many thanks for running a fantastic show.Dan J.Home Show Exhibitor
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Our company participates in more than 450 events each year for 32+ years. We work with many promoters and can say with conviction that working with the team at Marketplace Events has been a pleasure.Marianne B.Multiple Home Show Exhibitor