Did you know that over 2000 fitness expos, conferences, and trade shows take place every year? With so much choice, it can be hard to know which ones are worth attending. So, we’ve listed the top events and conventions that are actually worth the cost of your attendee pass.
In this article – we’ve curated the best fitness, gym, and wellness events for 2024.
We’ve been fortunate to attend health and fitness events, trade shows, and conferences around the world. Before founding this marketing agency, we spent years organising events and booths for global fitness brands. This means we’ve experienced most of the events on the list for ourselves so know first-hand that they’re worth going to.
- 2024 fitness event list
- Why attend expos
- Choosing the right ones to attend
- Printable fitness events calendar
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Here you’ll find a detailed list of fitness expos, conferences, and live workshops, plus tips on choosing the best one for your needs and a handy printable events calendar. While in-person events may have taken a back seat the last few years, they’re definitely back with a vengeance in 2024!
Fitness Expo List 2024
There are a huge number of fitness events that take place around the world, each with their own unique style, content, and setup. So as you’re planning your 2024, you may want to include a visit to one that’ll help you drive your business forward.
To help you do just that, we’ve put together the ultimate list of 40+ events, conferences, and trade shows globally. Find a fitness expo near you by filtering the list by location (we’ll reveal which is our favourite further down).
| 2024 Dates | Event Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7-8 | Connected Health & Fitness Summit | USA – Los Angeles | Trade show |
| Feb 20-22 | Beyond Activ EMEA | Saudi Arabia – Riyadh | Conference |
| Feb 22-25 | IDEA & ACSM’s International Health & Fitness Summit | USA – Chicago | Trade show & educational seminars |
| Feb 29 – Mar 2 | IWF Shanghai | China – Shanghai | Trade show & educational seminars |
| Feb 29 – Mar 4 | SUCCEED! | Virtual | Online educational seminars & networking |
| Mar 6-8 | IHRSA | USA – Los Angeles | Trade show & educational seminars |
| Mar TBC | SWEAT | UK – London | Conference |
| Apr 11-14 | FIBO | Germany – Cologne | Trade show |
| Apr 12-14 | Poznan Run Expo | Poland – Poznan | Trade show & educational seminars |
| May 19-22 | Sibec Americas | USA – Pasadena | Networking |
| May 25-26 | Athens Fitness Festival | Greece – Athens | Expo & educational seminars |
| May 30 – Jun 2 | Rimini Wellness | Italy – Rimini | Trade show |
| May TBC | Fitness Business Forum | Poland – Poznan | Trade show & educational seminars |
| Jun 7-9 | International Health, Sports & Fitness Festival | India – Delhi | Expo |
| Jun 11-13 | Beyond Activ | Singapore | Expo & educational seminars |
| Jun 12-13 | Elevate | UK – London | Trade show & educational seminars |
| Jul 10-14 | IDEA World Fitness Convention | USA – Los Angeles | Traditional convention & blogger stream |
| Jul 16-18 | Sportec | Japan – Tokyo | Trade show |
| Aug 7-10 | canfitpro | Canada – Toronto | Conference & trade show |
| Aug 15-19 | SUCCEED! | Virtual | Educational seminars & networking |
| Aug 22-23 | FILEX | Australia – Sydney | Expo & educational seminars |
| Aug 22-24 | IHRSA Fitness Brazil | Brazil – Sao Paulo | Conference & trade show |
| Sep 7-8 | FIWE Fitness Trade Show | Poland – Warsaw | Trade show |
| Sep 17-19 | Beyond Activ – Americas | USA – New York | Conference |
| Sep 18-20 | ARV Industry Conference | Australia – Melbourne | Conference |
| Oct 3 | UK Active Awards | UK – Birmingham | Conference |
| Oct 5-6 | Nordic Fitness Expo | Finland – Lahti | Expo |
| Oct 11-12 | Aufstiegskongress | Germany – Mannheim | Convention |
| Oct 11-13 | AusFitness | Australia – Sydney | Trade show, summit & expo |
| Oct 18-20 | Asia Fitness Conference | Thailand – Bangkok | Trade show & educational seminars |
| Oct 21-23 | IHRSA European Congress | Spain – Barcelona | Convention |
| Nov 4-7 | Sibec EMEA | Monaco | Networking |
| Nov 23-24 | Fitness & Wellness Expo | Hong Kong | Trade show |
| Dec 2-4 | Beyond Activ Asia Pacific | Australia – Sydney | Expo & educational seminars |
| Dec 3-5 | ISPO | Germany – Munich | Trade show |
| Dec 6-8 | Fitness Festival | Sweden – Stockholm | Trade show |
| Dec 6-9 | Innovation & Solutions Summit | TBC | TBC |
| Dec 20-22 | International Health, Sports & Fitness Festival | India – Mumbai | Expo |
| Feb 18-19 2025 | Gym & Pools Israel | Israel – Tel Aviv | Trade show (takes place alternate years) |
| Mar 19-20 2025 | Gymtec | Finland – Tampere | Trade show & educational seminars (takes place alternate years) |
A calendar of fitness conferences, events & expos for this year. Get access for free when you join our email list…
So there you have it, our ultimate list of fitness conventions, trade shows, and industry events!
Whilst IHRSA and FIBO are probably the biggest events, our absolute favourite is Filex in Australia. The quality of its educational seminars is unmatched by any other event globally. The content is of an incredibly high standard, and we always leave with loads of practical ideas (plus a renewed motivation for fitness).
Why Attend a Fitness Expo?
Attending a fitness trade show, convention, or expo can be a great way to expand your knowledge and get new ideas for your business. You’ll always gain new industry insights or pick up on a new trend at these gatherings.
There’s an educational aspect to most events, whether it’s seminars or practical workshops. So, they’re an ideal way to learn about new fitness training techniques, scientific research, or business skills.
⇒ Want to run your own event locally? Then check out this article on awesome gym event ideas.
If you sell fitness-related products or services, then events are a fantastic way to find new customers. You can set up a booth to demo your products or sponsor seminars to educate audiences about the benefits.
Fitness conferences are also a great place to network and build relationships with potential collaborators, sponsors, or employers. It’s also just fun to hang out with like-minded people who are into the same stuff as you are!
Choosing the Best Fitness Event For Your Needs
Although the events industry has declined in other sectors, fitness conventions remain extremely popular. Perhaps it’s the physical nature of fitness that makes live events such a good match.
Whilst the theoretical principles behind fitness are important, there’s no substitute for trying something practically. Especially when it’s a workout or exercise, that requires precise form.
A calendar of fitness conferences, events & expos for this year. Get access for free when you join our email list…
Choosing the best fitness expo or event will depend on your specific needs…
- If you’re interested in buying equipment for your facility, then a trade show is your best bet.
- If your goal is educational, then a seminar or conference may be more suitable.
- For practical training, a workshop will enable you to learn in a hands-on way.
- If networking is your objective, then any event format can work as long as you take the opportunities to mingle with others.
⇒ For tips on networking, check out this article on being successful as an introvert.
Whichever event you decide to attend, you can make it more productive by setting a few goals. This will help you stay focused when faced with hundreds of seminars and booth displays to choose from.
We find it helpful to list three things we want to achieve at an event, whether it’s learning about a particular topic, or making new acquaintances. We usually attend around 10-12 a year, so be sure to say hi if you’re attending one!
Do you know about a fitness event that’s missing from the list? Or have you got questions about running your own one? Then get in touch via our contact form to send us the details…
Printable Fitness Industry Event Calendar
Download a list of all these fitness industry events in one handy calendar! We’ve compiled all the leading conferences, trade shows, and expos into this printable PDF. Get access for free when you join our email list.
