Surf Expo 2026, the Trade Show for Coastal, Watersports, Beach, Lake and Outdoor Lifestyle, takes place in Orlando, United States from 16 September 2026 to 18 September 2026, drawing professionals and buyers from across the sector. The floor fills with brands, distributors and procurement teams, all there to compare products and strike deals in person. Taking place twice a year, Surf Expo 2026 has become a fixture on the industry calendar. Behind the event stands Emerald, an organiser with a strong track record in the field. Proceedings are hosted at Orange County Convention Center, a fitting stage for an event of this scale.

Choosing Orlando as the host city gives Surf Expo 2026 a real sense of place. Visitors get the dual benefit of a focused professional programme and a destination worth exploring. Getting to Orlando is simple thanks to its airport links and well-developed local transport network. Orlando's hotels span the full spectrum, so whether you want frills or just a good night's sleep, you are covered.

If it touches water sports or anything across Water Sports, Outdoor Sports, Surfing, Surfing Products and Sports, chances are it is on a stand here somewhere. The whole thing is set up for doing business: meeting rooms, matchmaking and aisles full of ready suppliers. Expect to leave with a handful of new contacts you would have struggled to reach any other way.

For the cost of a few days, you get a read on the whole market that no spreadsheet can match. Surf Expo 2026 earns its place on the calendar for trade professionals, agents and distributors, edition after edition.

Whether you attend for a single day or the full run, planning your visit in advance helps you make the most of your time on site.