Travel Trade

In the United States, MOT attends the Big E, New England’s largest agricultural fair and consumer travel shows in key markets for Maine. 2026 events include:

Washington DC Travel Adventure Show

• January 17-18, 2026
• Walter E Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC

New York Travel Adventure Show

• January 24-25, 2026
• Jacob K. Javit’s Convention Center, New York City, NY

Chicago Travel Adventure Show

• February 21-22, 2026
• Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, IL

South Florida Travel Adventure Show

• February 28-March 1, 2026
• Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The Big E

• September 18 –  October 4, 2026
• West Springfield, MA

Maine Office of Tourism attends three travel shows in eastern Canadian cities, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal, key markets for travel to Maine.

Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show

• February 20-22, 2026
• International Centre, Toronto, Ontario

Montreal Outdoor Adventure Show

• March 28-29, 2026
• Palais de Congres, Montreal, Quebec

MOT partners with the New England states as Discover New England to promote Maine overseas and at the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW, the leading international inbound travel trade show.

Discover New England Summit – Burlington, VT – April 13-15, 2026

IPW – Fort Lauderdale, FL – May 17-21, 2026

Brand USA Travel Week – Amsterdam, The Netherlands – September 29-October 1, 2026

UK & Ireland Sales Mission