Looking from above as a trade show takes place

2025-26 Events and Trade Shows

Helping you expand into new markets – here at home and abroad

At the Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness, we know nothing beats face-to-face interaction with key decision-makers. Our OEDC team within the Washington State Department of Commerce offers introductions and more, partnering with you at regional, national and international trade shows, missions, and other trade events. We know there is no substitute for the value of being in person to build trusted, interpersonal relationships.

WINTER/SPRING 2026

Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit (ADSS)

March 18-19
Seattle, WA

Visit our 2026 ADSS online directory

ADSS is a business-to-business supply chain event bringing together aerospace and defense primes, tier suppliers and contract-manufacturers. This event draws delegations from around the globe, offering an opportunity to expand your international trade business without the expense of international travel.

Visit the official trade show page

For more information, contact
Shannon McCarty

Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX)

April 14-16
Hamburg, Germany

Visit our 2026 AIX online directory

The world’s leading marketplace for interiors manufacturers and the supply chain. This trade show brings the entire interiors segment of the industry together.

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For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

Select USA Summit

May 3-6
Washington, DC

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This event is a one-stop shop for companies considering expansion to the United States, so EDOs can meet directly with global companies to facilitate business investment.

For more information, contact
Ariane Ogier

SUMMER 2026

WHX (Formerly FIME)

June 17-19
Miami, Florida

Visit the official show page

Connecting the medical industry’s best researchers, developers, innovators, dealers and distributors all in one place.

For more information, contact
Karl Dahlgren

Automate

June 22-25
Chicago, IL

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The largest robotics and automation conference in North America, with more than 1,000 exhibitors and 50,000 attendees from around the world.
Washington state hosts a pavilion at the show, with space for up to 10 qualifying companies.

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

Farnborough International Airshow

July 20-24
Farnborough, UK

Visit our 2023 Farnborough Air Show online directory

Visit the official show page

Leading innovators in aerospace and defense industries showcase advancements, engage with a global audience and create partnerships that propel businesses forward.

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

TBD*: Gamescom 2026

*Our participation in this trade show is yet to be determined.

August 20-24
Cologne, Germany

Visit our 2024 Gamescom online directory

Visit the official show page

Europe’s leading platform for the games industry, gamescom offers unique business expansion opportunities for exhibitors.

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

FALL 2026

*TBD SMM Hamburg

*Our participation in this trade show is yet to be determined.

September 1-4
Hamburg, Germany

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The world’s international conference on maritime security and defense.

For more information, contact
Tammy Deets

Boeing's first passenger aircraft, the Model 40, flies in formation with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Japan Seattle AI Innovators Meetup

Dates TBD
Seattle

Ten Washington state startups pitch to Japanese investors and corporations that are interested in acquiring innovative technologies.

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

Manufacturing Suppliers Expo

October 19-20, 2026
Spokane Valley, WA

This is Washington’s premiere event for introducing both buyers and sellers to grow the state’s manufacturing supply chain.

Visit the official show page

For more information, contact
Joanna Boatwright

Past events

WINTER 2026

Japan Seattle AI Innovators Meetup

January 27 and 28

4:00-5:00 p.m., both days
Virtual

Ten Washington state startups pitch to Japanese investors and corporations that are interested in acquiring innovative technologies.

For more information, contact
Julie Monahan

PNAA ADVANCE 2026

February 9-11
Lynnwood, WA

Visit the official 2026 show page

PNAA ADVANCE unites to strengthen and grow the Pacific Northwest aerospace cluster. It’s a gathering place for leaders, innovators and experts from across the supply chain to share knowledge, build partnerships and create a stronger, more resilient aerospace future.

For more information, contact
Shannon McCarty

Tariff Strategies: A practical guide for businesses in 2026

March 11
Virtual/webinar
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Commerce continues its 2026 International Trade Talk series in partnership with the Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington and welcomes the Foster School of Business and Impact Washington. Our speakers include Shi Chen, PhD and Anibeth Ruiz, both regarded experts on supply chain management. Attendees will learn actionable steps to strengthen SCM protocols.

To learn more, visit our Tariff Information page.