Louisville, KY to host EXHIBITORLIVE

It’s the first time in 30 years that the exhibition will take place outside of Las Vegas.

The Kentucky International Convention Center is illuminated at night. The long exposure photo shows a beam of light whipping past the building, representing a car driving by.

EXHIBITORLIVE could add $3.35 million to the local economy.

Photo by Steve Grider

Viva Las Louisville, Derby City has been selected to host EXHIBITORLIVE — one of the largest exposition industry trade shows on the continent — at the Kentucky International Convention Center Sun., April 23-Wed., April 26, 2023.

The trade show has been held in Las Vegas for the last 30+ years, but with its relocation to Louisville next year, it will generate an estimated $3.35 million for the local economy + attract 5,000 industry attendees.

EXHIBITORLIVE provides specialized training and knowledge for trade show and corporate event marketers + will host informational sessions ranging from smart menu planning to a half-day workshop and field trip to the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factoryto gain inspiration from America’s favorite pastime.

The 502 will be a hot destination for other exhibiting groups in the next few years, as the African American Golf Expo will be teeing off August 18-23 + Valhalla Golf Club will host the 2024 PGA Championship as well.

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