EdExpo

06/10/2026

The ED Expo isn't just for club owners and managers...

DJs 🎧, bartenders 🍸, servers 🍽️, security🛡️, entertainers 💃, and other industry pros are invited to network, learn from industry leaders, demo the latest products, and discover new ways to grow your business and career.

Join us in Vegas August 23-26 and take your career to the next level!

You can find info on seminars, panels, tradeshow exhibitors, parties, the Awards Show, and registration at theedexpo.com

⏰ Early registration discount ends June 15

06/09/2026

He's a hospitality and guest service expert, and he's going to inspire EVERYONE at Expo 2026! Meet our Keynote Speaker, Nicoye Banks!

This year's ED Expo Keynote Speaker Nicoye Banks shares his experience and expertise in the hospitality industry.

06/08/2026

⏰ Final days to save $60 on EXPO 2026 badges!

It's your last chance to get $299 badges—prices increase to $359 after June 15! 💸

🎟️ Get your badges now at theedexpo.com/register

And speaking of deadlines, June 15 is also your last chance to vote for the ED Award Pre-Noms!

🏆 Vote ASAP at theedawards.com

06/08/2026

2026 EDI West crowns new champions at Platinum 84 in Denver!

The 3-night showcase of elite showgirl talent and fierce competition highlights another successful EDI West in the Mile High City.

06/06/2026

⌛ ED AWARD PRE-NOMINATIONS END AFTER JUNE 15! ⌛ Have you submitted your votes yet?

👉 theedawards.com

06/05/2026

🎭✨ Need some inspiration for what to wear to ED's Copa Ball?

Whether you're planning to embrace classic black-tie elegance or add a touch of Rio Carnival glamour, our Copa Ball Attire Guide has you covered!

And don't forget to take advantage of our Early Registration Price before it ends June 15!

👉 theedexpo.com/register

06/04/2026

🎭✨ Wondering what the Copa Ball is and what to wear to this year's ED Honors Awards Show?

We've got you covered! Learn about the fascinating history behind Rio Carnival's most glamorous and exclusive event—the legendary Copa Ball—and discover how it inspired the theme for the 2026 ED Honors Awards Show at the Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas!

Plus, check out our attire guide featuring everything from classic black-tie elegance to colorful Carnival-inspired glamour so you can arrive dressed to impress 👇

The 2026 ED "Honors" Awards Show is bringing the energy and glamour of Rio's Carnival to Vegas with this year's theme: The Copa Ball.

06/02/2026

🔦 Vendor Spotlight: ATM Headquarters🔦

ATM Headquarters is a premier national vendor operating across 39 states and they're bringing way more than standard cash management to the ED Expo this year!

"We are officially launching the future of venue convenience with our state-of-the-art phone battery rental systems and our game-changing, automated V**e Vending Machines featuring instant, built-in ID scanning. We’re doubling down on the experience at our massive Double Booth—stop by to unlock exclusive showcase-only deals, win big with our interactive games and grab premier giveaways you won't find anywhere else!"

— Josh Williams, ATM Headquarters

Get your badges now at theedexpo.com/register!

06/01/2026

✨🎭 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝑬𝑫 𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒔 𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒑𝒂 𝑩𝒂𝒍𝒍! 🎭✨

The 2026 ED Honors Awards Show is bringing the energy, glamour and excitement of Carnival to center stage with a celebration honoring the very best in our industry!

Inspired by the prestigious formal gala held each year during Rio Carnival at Brazil's legendary Belmond Copacabana Palace, The Copa Ball promises an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment and recognition.

Submit your award pre-noms before June 15 at theedawards.com and grab your Awards Show Tickets ASAP!

🎟️ theedexpo.com/register

𝑬𝑫’𝒔 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏
📍 Penn and Teller Theater (Lobby)
🕘 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

𝑬𝑫 “𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒔” 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒘
📍 Penn and Teller Theater
🕘 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

“𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒚𝒑𝒖𝒔” 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝑨𝒇𝒕𝒆𝒓-𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒚
📍 Drai’s Afterhours Nightclub
🕘 11:30 PM - 5:00 AM