Adult Trade Shows and Sex Toy Conventions 2024
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Adult trade shows and sex toy conventions provide valuable opportunities for professionals in the industry to gather, network, and showcase their products and services.
These business-to-business events attract industry players from around the world, facilitating international trade and fostering innovation within the adult entertainment and pleasure product sectors.
Below we list adult industry sex toy conventions, in addition to some mainstream electronics trade shows known for allowing select sextech exhibitors.
Adult Industry Sex Toy Conventions
Adult Novelty Manufacturing Expo (ANME)
Date: July 15 to 17, 2024
Location: Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport
The Adult Novelty Manufacturing Expo (ANME) is an adult trade show for manufacturers based in the United States and Canada. The event offers a platform for exhibitors to showcase and sell their products to distributor and retailer buyers.
The ANME Show is by invitation only. It is held twice a year, once in January and again in July.
Press members with proper credentials can also attend, while solicitors are not allowed under any circumstances.
XBIZ Vibe Expo
Date: January 11 to 14, 2024
Location: Hollywood, United States
Adult industry event leader XBIZ is holding its debut Vibe Expo in 2024, merging elements of its B2B and B2C conferences. Taking place from January 11-14 at the Loews Hollywood Hotel, this unique “super show” promises a captivating blend of business, entertainment, and educational opportunities.
A notable feature of Vibe Expo is the dedicated business and consumer hours, strategically designed to optimize deal-making and promotional prospects. Manufacturers and retail buyers will have the chance to engage in pre-arranged or impromptu meetings, using the show floor booths or exclusive private suites.
During consumer hours, individuals from diverse backgrounds, including members of the pleasure community, will come together in an inclusive and lively environment, engaging with a wide range of brands and influencers.
In a bid to expand its horizons, Vibe Expo organizers say they will incorporate cannabis goods and other complementary products into the show’s offerings. This deliberate integration aims to transcend the boundaries of the pleasure industry and create a more comprehensive experience for attendees.
The event will culminate with the 2024 XBIZ Honors, an esteemed ceremony that recognizes exceptional achievements within the pleasure industry.
Adult Novelty Expo (ANE)
Showcasing the Latest Adult Products in Las Vegas
Date: Jan 25 to 27, 2024
Location: Las Vegas, United States
The Adult Novelty Expo (ANE) in Las Vegas offers a focused environment exclusively for qualified buyers. This B2B sex toy convention provides industry professionals with an opportunity to connect, explore the latest adult products, and engage in business transactions.
This B2B sex toy convention takes place each January as part of the larger AVN Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE), a widely attended event that features both fan and professional editions.
You can read more about the AVN Adult Entertainment business expo in Las Vegas below.
Champs Trade Shows
Date: February 14 to 17, 2024
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center – South Hall
Date: May 7 to 9, 2024
Location: Atlantic City, NJ
Since 1999, the counterculture-focused Champs Trade Shows have featured companies and products from the so-called vice industry. The adult novelty and wellness section features sex toys and sexual wellness brands, with past exhibitors including Awkward Essentials, Eldorado Trading Co., ENG Erotics, Naughty Kards, Uberlube, and Woodrocket.
The B2B expo takes place in the United States, with upcoming showing set to take place in Las Vegas in February 2024 and Atlantic City in May 2024.
The European Summit (TES)
Date: February 23 to 26, 2024
Location: The Oitavos Hotel, Cascais, Portugal
Date: September 15 to 18, 2024
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
The European Summit (TES) is a digital marketing conference that attracts well-known online brands in the adult industry. It is held twice a year, in Prague and Portugal.
Somewhat of an outlier on this adult trade show list, TES focuses on online advertising, e-commerce, adult affiliate marketing programs, and online dating.
eroFame
Connecting the European Adult Entertainment Industry in Hannover
Date: September 25 to 27, 2024
Location: Hanover, Germany
The international B2B erotic trade show eroFame returns to Hanover, Germany once again in September 2024.
EroFame is an annual trade show event for the adult entertainment industry, specifically focused on the European market. It is organized by the German company EAN-Media GmbH, and is held in Hannover, Germany.
EroFame features exhibits from companies in the adult entertainment industry, including manufacturers of adult films and sex toys, as well as presentations and workshops. The event is open to trade attendees and the media, but is not open to the general public. EroFame is intended to provide a business-to-business platform for companies in the adult entertainment industry to network and showcase their products and services.
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XBIZ Amsterdam and the XBIZ Europa Awards
Date: September 2024
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Formerly held in Berlin, Germany, the adult trade show XBIZ Amsterdam moved to The Netherlands, citing its friendlier atmosphere. XBIZ Amsterdam attracts European and international adult industry professionals. The three-day event is filled with educational sessions and networking opportunities.
The XBIZ Europa Awards coincides with XBIZ Amsterdam, a leading global conference for the adult industry that brings together European and North American professionals. The awards ceremony honors the top performers and companies in the European adult industry.
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AVN Adult Entertainment Expo – Business
A Hub for Adult Industry Professionals in Las Vegas
Date: Jan 25 to 27, 2024
Location: Las Vegas, United States
The AVN Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE) is one of the largest adult entertainment trade shows globally, attracting professionals such as actors, directors, producers, and manufacturers. With its comprehensive showcase of adult entertainment products, AEE serves as a central hub for industry professionals to engage in business transactions, discover new trends, and foster connections within the industry. The Adult Novelty Expo sex toy convention is part of the AVN show.
Asia Adult Expo (AAE)
Empowering International Trade and Innovation
Date held: August 27 to 29, 2024
Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 5F&G.
The Asia Adult Expo (AAE) is regarded as the world’s largest B2B sex toy convention, which is held annually in Hong Kong. AAE is a leading platform for international trade, enabling industry players to demonstrate their strengths and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
The 14th Asia Adult Expo (AAE) is set to take place from August 27 to 29, 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 5F&G.
The B2B sex toy expo features a wide array of suppliers and attracts trade buyers from over 52 countries and regions.
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More XBIZ adult industry events
Conferences Trade Shows, and Recognizing Excellence in the Adult Industry
XBIZ is an adult media company, trade organization, and event producer within the adult entertainment industry. It operates various branches, including XBIZ.com, an online industry news source, and XBIZ.net, a professional networking platform.
XBIZ also hosts a range of networking events, such as conferences, trade shows, and awards ceremonies, catering to adult industry professionals.
- XBIZ Miami: A summer conference held in Miami, Florida that focuses on adult entertainment business, technology, and marketing. Date: May 13 to 16, 2024.
- XBIZ Show: An annual conference and trade show held in Los Angeles, California that features exhibits, seminars, and networking opportunities. Date: Jan 15 to 18, 2024
- The XBIZ Awards is an annual event held in Los Angeles, California, that has honored excellence and outstanding achievements in the adult entertainment industry since 2003. The awards ceremony is usually held in conjunction with the XBIZ Conference, which is an event for industry professionals. It is geared towards industry professionals and is not open to the general public. The XBIZ Awards recognizes achievement in a variety of categories, such as best actor, best actress, and best film, as well as technical categories such as best special effects and best makeup. The awards ceremony is typically attended by industry professionals, including actors, directors, producers, and others who work in the adult entertainment industry. The event is not open to the general public. Date: Jan 2024. The exact date has not yet been announced.
Joanna Angel and Small Hands hosted the 2023 XBIZ Awards ceremony at the Hollywood Palladium, which took place following the XBIZ LA conference and X3 Expo.
Mainstream Trade Shows that Feature Sextech
Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
New Tech Innovations in Las Vegas
Date: January 9 to 12, 2024
Location: Las Vegas, United States
While not specifically focused on the adult entertainment industry, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas features exhibits by companies in the consumer technology sector, including products related to sex toys and sexual health.
CES, one of the largest and most influential technology events globally, attracts attendees from various industries and provides a glimpse into the latest innovations in consumer technology.
Attendance is down from the sextech industry compared to pre-COVID, but the 2024 event will feature pleasure product companies MYHIXEL, The Handy, and SVAKOM.
Believe it or not, CES is credited for birthing, and then orphaning the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo.
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) also gained notoriety when it awarded, revoked, and eventually reinstated the 2019 CES Innovation in Robotics Award to the Lora DiCarlo sex toy company.
In addition to winning high-profile tech awards, the sex toy company Lori DiCarlo took on actress Cara Delevingne as co-owner and creative adviser. It also continued to receive widespread press coverage and praise, despite a poor review from prominent sextech writer Lux Alptraum. In 2022, the sex toy company reportedly shut down while facing patent troubles and allegations of a toxic work environment and sexual harassment.
On the other hand, global sex tech brand Satisfyer won two CES Innovation Awards in 2021, one for its Satisfyer Connect App and the other for its air-pulse technology sex toy Satisfyer Love Triangle.
IFA Berlin
Date: September 6 to 10, 2024
Location: Berlin, Germany
IFA Berlin, often referred to simply as IFA, is one of the world’s leading trade shows for consumer electronics and home appliances. It takes place annually in Berlin, Germany, and serves as a platform for manufacturers, retailers, and tech enthusiasts to showcase and explore the latest innovations in the consumer electronics industry.
The event provides a glimpse into the future of technology, with many companies using IFA as a launchpad for their new products and technologies. It also offers opportunities for networking, business development, and industry insights through seminars, conferences, and presentations.
At IFA Berlin 2023, at least two sex toy companies that focus on sexual health solutions were in attendance. One was MYHIXEL, a climax control company targeting men’s sexual health. The other was MysteryVibe, which sells sex toys recognized by the FDA as medical vibrating devices—and they are FSA-eligible sexual health products.
IFA stands for “Internationale Funkausstellung,” which translates to “International Radio Exhibition” in English. The event was originally focused on radio technology when it was first held in 1924, but it has since evolved to encompass a wide range of consumer electronics and home appliances, reflecting the broader developments in technology over the years. Despite the expansion of its scope, the acronym IFA has remained the same.
These adult trade shows and sex toy conventions offer invaluable opportunities for industry professionals to network, discover new products and trends, and facilitate international trade. They serve as essential platforms for the growth and development of the adult entertainment industry, fostering innovation and collaboration among industry players worldwide.
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