Trade Day Events

Trade Day 2024 RECAP


Trade Day 2024 was another for the record books. Thank you to all who participated, attended, sponsored, and contributed to the program.

This year we set yet another attendance record with over 550 participants (40% retailers, 14% librarians, 45% educators/health professionals (new in 2024)). The program continues to grow and we look forward to all the exciting plans for 2025.

Events in 2024 as in prior years vary in topics but all are geared towards training, networking, and professional development for the Trade Day audience and 2024 was no exception with 115 events being hosted. Here is a list of the all the 2024 events that were offered.

Trade Day attendees had first opportunity at some of the exciting products offered by 16 Trade Day Marketplace vendors. Products that can help in the classroom, library, therapy practices/sessions and retailer stores were on full display to learn about, demo, and purchase.



Trade Day 2025

We have some exciting things happening in 2025 and this page is where we'll be sharing all the information so be sure to check back periodically. We'll be making updates in Dec/Jan. In the meantime here is some info about Trade Day 2025.

    Wednesday, July 30, 2025

    Located at the JW hotel, 1st & 2nd floors

Key dates and time frames to be aware of:

  • January - Event Submission opens
  • February - Badge Registration and Housing opens
  • May – Event Registration begins
  • Wednesday, July 30 - Trade Day 2025

Things to know:

  • All Trade Day events are free and are electronically ticketed. You must have a current Trade Day badge in order to attend any Trade Day event.
  • Search using the “TRD” event type for a list of all Trade Day events when Event Registration opens in May.
  • We highly encourage attendees to register for specific events through the Gen Con event registration system. Registering for Trade Day events helps the organizer and hosts plan for the event appropriately. A ticket ensures you will have a seat!


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