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# Equip Exposition 2026 · Louisville, Kentucky, United States · Landscap | TradeShowIntel

> Equip Exposition is a major international trade show for the landscape, outdoor living, and equipment industries, held annually in Louisville, Kentucky. The 202

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# Equip Exposition 2026

Equip Exposition is a major international trade show for the landscape, outdoor living, and equipment industries, held annually in Louisville, Kentucky. The 2026 edition will take place from October 20-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, featuring over 1.2 million square feet of exhibits, a 30-acre outdoor demo yard, and co-location with Hardscape North America. The event attracts contractors, dealers, manufacturers, and industry professionals for product demonstrations, networking, and education. It is organized by OPEI and has been recognized as an award-winning trade show.
Equip Exposition is a major international trade show for the landscape, outdoor living, and equipment industries, held annually in Louisville, Kentucky. The 2026 edition will take place from October 20-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, featuring over 1.2 million square feet of exhibits, a 30-acre outdoor demo yard, and co-location with Hardscape North America. The event attracts contractors, dealers, manufacturers, and industry professionals for product demonstrations, networking, and education. It is organized by OPEI and has been recognized as an award-winning trade show.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 20–23 Oct 2026

- **Location:** Louisville, Kentucky, United States

- **Venue:** Kentucky Exposition Center

- **Industry:** Landscape

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 1,100+

- **Attendees:** 28,500+

## Why exhibit
Equip Exposition provides a platform to reach the largest landscaper and dealer audience in the United States, with 80% of attendees having final say or influence on purchasing decisions. Exhibitors can showcase products across 1.2 million square feet of indoor and outdoor space, engage in face-to-face 'handshake-deal' relationships, and leverage co-location with Hardscape North America. The event was named 'The Greatest Tradeshow of 2024' and offers sponsorship opportunities to engage attendees beyond the booth.

## Why visit
Attendees can test-drive the latest equipment in a 30-acre outdoor demo yard, see new product launches from top manufacturers, participate in hands-on education sessions, and network with industry professionals. The event includes special features like the West Wing exhibits (Drone Zone, Equip Golf Experience), keynote addresses, evening receptions, concerts, and access to co-located Hardscape North America exhibits and competitions.

## Exhibitor profile

- Nursery Stock

- Turf Maintenance Products

- Plants

- Software

- Robotic Mowers

- Battery Systems

- Engines

- Pavers

- Zero-Turns

- Irrigation

- Landscape Lighting

- Hardscapes

- Fire Pits

- Drones

- Trucks

- Spray Rigs

- Trenchers

- Power Washers

- Portable Generators

- UTVs

- Skid Steers

- Chain Saws

- Aerators

- Aerial Lifts

- GPS

- Augers

- Backhoes

- Leaf Blowers

- Chippers

- Pumps

- Shredders

- Mowers

- Grinders

- Excavators

- Financing

- Plows

- Spreaders

- Outdoor Kitchens

- Snow Throwers

- Sod Cutters

- Log Splitters

- Cut-Off Machines

- Trimmers

## Visitor profile

- Landscape Contractors

- Outdoor Power Equipment Dealers

- Distributors

- Suppliers

- Manufacturers

- Irrigation Professionals

- Tree Care Professionals

- Nursery Owners

- Hardscapers

- Designers

- Arborists

## Industries

- Landscape

- Outdoor Power Equipment

- Hardscaping

- Outdoor Living

## Organisers

- OPEI