Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), West Concourse
Location
Orlando, United States
Dates
September 16, 2026 – September 18, 2026
Venue
Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), West Concourse
Location
Orlando, United States
About This Expo
Surf Expo is a premier, trade-only event, recognized as one of the world's largest and longest-running water sports and beach resort lifestyle trade shows. Held semestrally, it exclusively caters to qualified retail buyers and media, fostering a focused environment for business and networking. Attendees, including new and established retailers from across the U.S., the Caribbean, Central and South America, and other international regions, gather to explore a vast array of products. Exhibitors showcase apparel, hardgoods, and coastal lifestyle products, serving the beach, resort, and water sports industries. The show provides significant value through innovative tools like the CONNECT matchmaking app and the Lead Lens sales lead capture system, designed to facilitate new business connections, maximize face-to-face interactions, and help participants connect with new vendors and customers efficiently. Beyond the exhibition floor, the event features engaging concurrent activities such as fashion shows, live demonstrations, and industry parties, making it a comprehensive platform for industry professionals.
Highlights
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Global Industry Leader
As the longest-running and largest board sports tradeshow globally, Surf Expo offers unparalleled access to the water sports and beach lifestyle market.
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Exclusive Trade-Only Access
The event is strictly for qualified retail buyers and media, ensuring high-quality networking and business opportunities without public distraction.
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Advanced Business Connection Tools
Utilize the CONNECT matchmaking tool and Lead Lens app to efficiently find new vendors, buyers, and manage leads, maximizing your show experience.
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Comprehensive Product Showcase
Discover the latest in apparel, hardgoods, and coastal lifestyle products across the beach, resort, and water sports sectors.
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Dynamic Concurrent Events
Engage with fashion shows, live product demonstrations, industry parties, and expert discussions, enriching your trade show experience.
FAQ
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Surf Expo is a trade-only event, exclusively open to qualified retail buyers and media. It is not accessible to the general public.
The event is held semestrally, occurring twice a year, typically in January and September.
Yes, a $25 fee applies for Buyers' Guests/Team Riders, with a maximum of 4 per buyer. These can only be added onsite during the show.
A government-issued photo ID is required for both onsite registration and badge pickup.
Exhibitors showcase products including apparel, hardgoods, and coastal lifestyle products and accessories, catering to the beach, resort, and water sports industries.