Trade shows, conferences, tent schools, and safety training for bounce house, tent, and event rental companies, all in one place. Click any event for the official site, or add it straight to your calendar.
Nov 16–20, 2026 · Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
The biggest amusement industry show in the world, and the one where a lot of inflatable manufacturers save their new designs for.
Education runs Nov. 16 to 19, and the show floor is open Nov. 17 to 20. Plan at least one full day just to walk the inflatable and party rental aisles.
Hosted by IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions)
Jan 11–13, 2027 · Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown, Nashville, TN
A smaller, every-other-year conference built for tent rental owners and the next generation of tenters.
Expect education aimed at growing a tent business, time with the major material suppliers, and plenty of networking with people who stake tents for a living.
Hosted by Tent Rental Division, Advanced Textiles Association
Feb 1–4, 2027 · Farm Bureau Expo Center, Lebanon, TN
The one show built entirely around inflatable rental operators. It’s run by the nonprofit Inflatable Operators Association, about 30 minutes east of Nashville.
Safety training and certification based on ASTM F2374, business sessions on marketing and operations, and an expo floor full of manufacturers, insurers, and booking software companies. Expo-only passes are usually offered if you can’t stay for the full conference.
Hosted by Inflatable Operators Association
Feb 14–16, 2027 · New Orleans, LA
The American Rental Association’s yearly show covers the whole rental industry, from party and event to construction equipment.
Event rental owners will find tent, staging, and generator suppliers on the floor, plus business sessions for small and mid-size rental companies.
Hosted by American Rental Association
Mar 22–25, 2027 · Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA
A conference for caterers, event planners, and event pros. These are the people who book tents, tables, linens, and decor from rental companies.
Worth a look if you rent to weddings and corporate events and want to see what planners are asking for next.
Hosted by Informa Connect
Jan 25–27, 2028 · Kissimmee, FL
The tent industry’s main trade show. It alternates years with the Tent Conference, so the next one is early 2028.
Tent and structure manufacturers, flooring, lighting, climate control, and accessories, all in one hall.
Hosted by Tent Rental Division, Advanced Textiles Association
Dates to be announced · Irving, TX
An inflatable-focused trade show. The 2026 show ran March 2 to 4 in Irving, Texas.
2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. We’ll post them here as soon as they are.
Hosted by The Inflatable Roadshow
Dates to be announced
MATRA’s yearly November show for tent rental companies and tent makers: education, exhibits, networking and hands-on Safe Tenting certification.
2027 dates and location haven’t been announced. MATRA members get a discount on registration.
Hosted by Manufacturers and Tent Renters Association (MATRA)
Dates to be announced
Hands-on training for tent installers and crew leads: layout, anchoring, and safe installation practices.
Next dates and location haven’t been announced. Good one to put on your list if you’re bringing on new crew members.
Hosted by Tent Rental Division, Advanced Textiles Association
Anytime, self-paced · Online
Online, self-paced safety certification for inflatable operators and their crews. It takes about 2 to 4 hours, and the certificate is good for one year.
Spanish-language options and group pricing are available, so it’s an easy way to get a whole crew certified before the busy season.
Hosted by SIOTO
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