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<h1>3 Trade Shows to Prepare for in 2026</h1>
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<p>The 2026 slate of trade shows is quickly approaching, and you might wonder, <em>What mistakes should I avoid when designing a trade show booth?</em> One mistake to avoid is waiting until the last minute to create a <strong><a href="https://skyline.com/">trade show booth display</a></strong> that makes an impact. The second mistake is not planning out your 2026 trade show calendar in advance.</p>
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<p>If you haven’t already, it’s time to plan for the hottest trade shows of 2026. The following trade shows have a significant impact on their respective industries, and the impressions you make by building connections and engaging with attendees can set the stage for business success.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color"><strong>Natural Products Expo West</strong></h3>
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<strong><em>Anaheim, CA: March 3-6</em></strong>
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<p>The Natural Products Expo West, known as Expo West, is a trade show that continues to grow, exhibiting information, products, and businesses from natural and organic professionals. This trade show is an ideal platform for business owners to market natural and organic food and beverages, health and nutrition products, and beauty and wellness products. It’s also an event to discover the next natural wellness trends, and your booth is the perfect place to make the biggest impact.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color"><strong>HIMSS Global Health Conference Exhibition</strong></h3>
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<strong><em>Los Vegas, NV: March 9-12</em></strong>
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<p>The HIMSS Global Health Conference Exhibition is where IT healthcare professionals, hospital executives, clinicians, technology exhibitors, and other healthcare industry leaders meet. HIMSS is ideal for exhibition and sponsorship opportunities, and your innovative <strong><a href="https://skyline.com/">trade show display booths design</a></strong> with exceptional features will make engaging with attendees easier.</p>
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<p>What are the key elements of a successful trade show booth design? Engaging graphics and solid branding are essential, but if you want to keep attendees in your booth, consider adding private meeting pods and interactive displays.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color"><strong>National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show</strong></h3>
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<strong><em>Las Vegas, NV: April 18-22</em></strong><br><strong><em>New York, NY: October 21-22</em></strong>
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<p>The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show is one of the biggest trade shows in the country. So much so that they actually have two locations and dates for the NAB Show. The first one takes place in Las Vegas in April and the second is in New York in October.</p>
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<p>This large show brings together professionals from the technology, content creation, media, and entertainment industries, providing an exceptional opportunity for attendees to network and grow their businesses or make an impact through engaging <strong><a href="https://skyline.com/exhibitnow-kits">exhibit booth designs</a></strong>.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 1.17em;"><strong><em>About Skyline Exhibits</em></strong><p>
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<p><em>What makes a trade show exhibit impactful? Unique branding, high-quality construction, and data-driven strategies help brands stand out at trade shows, which is why Skyline Exhibits offers comprehensive exhibit booth design services. Whether your team is planning for a major trade show months in advance or needs a convenient, portable display for last-minute opportunities, turn to Skyline Exhibits. With decades of experience in the trade show industry, Skyline Exhibits has the resources and services your team needs to exceed its marketing goals.</em></p>
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<p><em>Learn more about what you can do for your next trade show exhibit, and visit </em><strong><em><a href="https://skyline.com/">https://skyline.com/</a></em></strong></p>
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