# American Exploration & Mining Association - AEMA 2026 · Sparks, NV, US | TradeShowIntel > The American Exploration & Mining Association (AEMA) Annual Meeting, held December 6-11, 2026 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nevada, is the second large URL: https://tradeshowintel.com/events/american-exploration-mining-association-aema-2026 --- Trade show # American Exploration & Mining Association - AEMA 2026 The American Exploration & Mining Association (AEMA) Annual Meeting, held December 6-11, 2026 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nevada, is the second largest and longest running mining convention in the U.S. It features over 150 speakers, 30 technical sessions, 11 short courses, 2 keynote luncheons, and a sold-out trade show with over 250 exhibitors. Registration opens August 10th. The American Exploration & Mining Association (AEMA) Annual Meeting, held December 6-11, 2026 at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nevada, is the second largest and longest running mining convention in the U.S. It features over 150 speakers, 30 technical sessions, 11 short courses, 2 keynote luncheons, and a sold-out trade show with over 250 exhibitors. Registration opens August 10th. ## Event details - **Dates:** 6–11 Dec 2026 - **Location:** Sparks, NV, USA - **Venue:** Nugget Casino Resort - **Industry:** Mining - **Category:** Trade show ## Audience scale - **Exhibitors:** 250+ - **Attendees:** 2,800+ ## Why exhibit Exhibiting at AEMA puts your company front and center before 1,900+ industry professionals, including decision-makers, investors, engineers, and geologists. With a sold-out exhibit hall and extensive networking opportunities, it's your direct line to the heart of the mining industry. ## Why visit Attend AEMA's Annual Meeting to connect with industry leaders, learn from 150+ speakers, explore over 230 exhibits, and participate in insightful technical sessions and short courses. It's the premier event for mining professionals to stay ahead of industry trends and build valuable connections. ## Exhibitor profile - Mining equipment - Mining services - Exploration technology - Mining supplies - Geological consulting - Mine safety - Environmental services ## Visitor profile - Mining executives - Geologists - Engineers - Investors - Consultants - Government officials - Educators - Students ## Industries - Mining - Exploration - Mining Equipment - Mining Services