HD Expo 2027: Information Kit

HD Expo, which will take place on May 4-5, 2027 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, has been one of the most important meeting points of the international hospitality design industry for more than three decades.

Designers, architects, owners, developers, purchasing professionals and leading hospitality brands come together in an environment where new products are presented, the needs of real projects are discussed and new business partnerships are created.

With 25+ product categories, HD Expo covers a wide range of solutions for contemporary hospitality projects, from furniture, lighting and seating to bath & spa, flooring, surfaces, architecture & building, accessories, technology and sustainable solutions.

The event gives exhibitors the opportunity to present their products up close and connect directly with professionals who are actively seeking new solutions for their upcoming projects.

HD Expo brings together the professionals behind the design, development, procurement and operation of contemporary hospitality projects, with an audience that actively participates in purchasing and specification decisions.

88% of attendees are involved in purchasing decisions, either making purchases directly or approving or influencing product selection and specifications.

71% plan to spend between $1 million and $4.9 million over the next 12 months.

30% hold senior executive positions, such as CEO, Founder and VP.

39% of 2026 attendees attended the show for the first time, creating new opportunities for professional connections.

In 2026, attendees generated more than 70,000 product scans and 1,330 confirmed meetings, reflecting an audience that comes to HD Expo with a clear intention to discover, evaluate and specify new products.

Attendee Profile

41% Interior Designers

15% Hotel & Resort Groups

12% Architects

10% Purchasing Managers

22% Developers, Hospitality Executives & Buyers from the Restaurant, Entertainment & Casino sectors

At the same time, the show is attended by professionals from architectural and interior design firms, purchasing firms, developers and investors, hospitality brands, hotels and resorts, boutique and lifestyle hotels, construction companies and contractors, casinos, cruise ships, restaurants and food & beverage brands.

Although hospitality is the main sector of the event, the range of products and solutions presented also applies to projects in commercial and residential spaces, healthcare, senior living facilities and educational spaces.

HD Expo has a particularly strong presence in the Western U.S. market, with more than 50% of attendees coming from California, Nevada and Texas.

• Top Attending U.S. States

California · Nevada · Texas · Florida · Arizona

• Top Attending Countries

United States · Canada · Mexico · China · United Kingdom

For 2027, HD Expo is introducing targeted changes aimed at creating more meaningful connections and greater business value for exhibitors.

• Two-Day Exhibition

The exhibition will take place on May 4-5, with a pre-conference day on May 3 for HD University and Owners Workshops. The more concentrated event aims to generate stronger traffic and make more efficient use of exhibitors’ time.

• Enhanced Outreach to West Coast Buyers

The event is expanding its outreach to decision-makers from the U.S. West Coast, Las Vegas, Western Canada and Latin America, with particular emphasis on ownership groups and procurement executives.

• Expanded VIP Meetings

The Hosted Buyer Program is being strengthened with more structured one-to-one meetings between exhibitors and qualified buyers, creating more direct opportunities for new business connections.

Participation in HD Expo is accompanied by tools that support visibility, networking and the creation of professional connections before and during the event.

• Networking & Professional Connection Building

Attendee matching for targeted connections, meeting requests and badge scanning through the HD Connect app.

• Exhibitor Promotion

Presence in the official Show Guide and online exhibitor directory, free listing in the New Products Gallery and the option for additional promotional activities.

• Marketing & Invitation Tools

Personalized promo codes for client invitations, customizable email invitations, banners and landing pages, as well as pre-show promotional tools.

All exhibitors are also automatically entered into the Best Exhibit Competition, gaining additional visibility opportunities during and after the show.

• Meet the People Behind Hospitality Projects

Connect with designers, architects, operators, developers, purchasing professionals and decision-makers who influence specifications and purchases.

• Present Your Products in an Active Sourcing Environment

Give professionals the opportunity to see, touch and evaluate your products up close and consider them for real projects.

• Gain Access to High Purchasing Power

With 88% of attendees involved in purchasing decisions, HD Expo connects you with an audience that can turn interest into real business opportunities.

• Strengthen Your Presence in the U.S. Market

The strong concentration of professionals from California, Nevada and Texas, combined with the increased focus on the West Coast for 2027, creates significant opportunities for brands seeking growth in the North American market.

• Create New Strategic Partnerships

Through the Hosted Buyer Program, VIP meetings and networking tools, the event facilitates direct connections with qualified buyers and decision-makers.

Participation packages include a range of promotional, networking and professional connection-building tools to support exhibitors before and during the exhibition.

The official representative of the HD Expo 2027 exhibition for Greece, is Fishmotion.

Contact Number: +30 210 29 29 091
e-mail: info@fishmotion.com
Contact Person: Costas Koutsantonakis