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Equip Exposition is the best place to grow your business. The 2023 show features tons of events and opportunities to network and connect, and best of all — most are included with your registration. 

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Third Eye Blind will headline a “thank you” concert at the KFC YUM! Center on Thursday, October 19, for the event’s first-ever arena concert, and singer-songwriter Dylan Scott will open this incredible show thanking the many people who make Equip Exposition what it is— sponsored by Bobcat Company and SENIX.

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We will bring THE CRASHERS indoors on Tuesday, October 17, for our Welcome Reception at downtown KICC. We can't wait to celebrate with everyone who has made Equip Expo the industry's trade show at this exciting downtown venue. Take full advantage of your Equip Exposition badge by joining us for this celebratory event, included with trade show registration! 

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Equip Exposition returns with the "UTV Test Track", where attendees can drive and compare the latest vehicles while putting them through their paces on curves, hills, rocks, bumps and maybe even a little water and mud.  Attendees 16 or older with a valid driver’s license will be able to drive alongside a representative of the manufacturer who can answer all of your product questions – load capacity, features, price and more.


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Ben Saunders will break the ice as our opening keynote speaker on Wednesday morning. Ben Saunders is the epitome of grit and determination. He has led 12 major expeditions and covered just over 4,500 miles (7,250km) on foot in the high Arctic, Greenland and Antarctica since 2001.

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Lace-up for the second-annual Mulligan’s 5K Fun Run and Walk, stepping off Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. and taking participants across the Ohio River on Louisville’s Big Four Bridge.

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The Morning Show at Expo (formerly Influencer LIVE) combines the largest gathering of in-industry professionals at Equip Expo and the conversational elements of an interactive podcast into an exciting morning event. Join us for this community event that's included with your trade show pass!

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No Expo trip would feel complete without an after-event at 4th Street Live!, a popular downtown party district in Louisville. The Juicebox Heroes will take the stage, playing all the crowd favorites, starting at 8 p.m. bring your crew and have a great night out on the town.

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Gather with Equip Expo attendees on Thursday afternoon for an honest conversation with contractors working in the field. This motivational discussion is hosted by some of the industry's familiar voices, who will give their first-hand perspective on everything from marketing, hiring, sales, and purchasing.




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Hardscape North America is co-located with Equip Exposition, which gives Equip attendees complimentary access to HNA indoor and outdoor (Hardscape House) exhibits, as well as the opportunity to cheer on and watch the teams competing in the HNA Installer Competition. Hardscape education is also available by upgrading your Equip trade show registration to include installation demonstrations, workshops focusing on hardscape fundamentals, and an array of other educational opportunities.

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Who knows your yard best? Your dog. On Thursday, attendees can take a break from the show floor to visit (and even adopt) rescue dogs in Freedom Hall, through a partnership with the Kentucky Humane Society. Since the inaugural event, 50+ dogs found forever homes! From TurfMutt’s humble beginnings, the program, which showcases the value of family yards and managed green spaces, has grown into an educational juggernaut. The TurfMutt program has reached 68 million kids, teachers and families and is featured in the U.S. Green Building Council’s prestigious Learning Lab.

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Ascend to new heights with professional tree climbing arborists as they share basic techniques and systems accepted within the industry to safely, efficiently, and effectively perform tree care operations. Arborists will provide climbing instruction while aloft in a tree set up within the Equip Exposition Center’s Freedom Hall. The Davey Tree Expert Company presents this education in collaboration with The Women's Tree Climbing Workshop.

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Equip Exposition provides early trade show access exclusively for dealers, retailers, and distributors on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is your opportunity to meet one-on-one with exhibitors and preview the products featured at Equip Exposition and Hardscape North America.

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How does a chance to win $5,000 cash sound? STIHL Inc. is offering a dealer giveaway during the show, and you won't want to miss your shot at this incredible prize. Dealer attendees can simply bring their giveaway ticket to the STIHL indoor booth during the dealer preview on Wednesday morning to enter. The lucky winner will be selected at random and announced at 10:45 a.m.

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Join women leaders from across the industry at this complimentary reception to connect and build your network at Equip Exposition on Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

Women's Leadership Reception

Drone technology is revolutionizing how landscapes are marketed, sold, designed, and built. Take an opportunity to freshen up your skills on the joysticks flying a drone first-hand in Equip Expo's Drone Zone.

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Registration is open and the earlier you register - the more you save! Admission to the Equip Exposition show floor and outdoor demonstration area is open to adults and children ages 12 and up. Must be 16 or older with a valid driver's license to demo. Attendees have the option to purchase additional education and experiences during registration. To speed things up, be prepared with the email address for each person you need to register.

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With more than a million square feet of exhibits and 30 acres outside, Equip Exposition once again broke records in attendance and exhibit space sales. The award-winning trade show expanded its usual footprint at the Kentucky Exposition Center to add the West Wing this year due to space demands. The blockbuster trade show for the international landscape, outdoor living and outdoor power equipment industry takes place every October in the Derby City and brings more than $21 million to Louisville.

Equip Exposition Breaks Records with More Than 27,000 at Sold-Out Show 

About 20 percent of the more than 25,000 attendees and exhibitors who attend Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, are women. Now a new event at Expo—the inaugural Women’s Leadership Reception—will help them connect and build their industry network. The reception is sponsored by SiteOne and Belgard, and will be held Thursday, October 19, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC).

Equip Expo Offers Opportunities for Women in the Green Industry to Connect & Grow

Los contratistas de paisajismo de habla hispana encontrarán nuevos conocimientos y recursos para hacer crecer sus negocios en Equip Exposition, la exitosa feria comercial nominada y galardonada para la industria internacional de paisajes, vida al aire libre y equipos de energía para exteriores. Equip Expo se llevará a cabo del 17 al 20 de octubre en el Centro de Exposiciones de Kentucky.

Contratistas de paisajismo de habla hispana encuentran recursos en Equip Exposition

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The International Landscape, Outdoor Living and Equipment Exposition is the largest trade show for outdoor power equipment, lawn and garden equipment, light construction and landscape equipment. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Equip Exposition features new products, education and an outdoor demonstration area.