Get Your Photo Trade Show on in 2026 - TDS Photography Podcast

This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,034, Jan. 13, 2026. Today's theme is, "Get Your Photo Trade Show on in 2026." I'm Derrick Story.

I was going to start this episode by reporting on the photo news from CES 2026, only to discover there was none. Wow. Fortunately there are some excellent events coming up that will scratch our trade show itch. And I'm going to cover the best ones on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show.

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Get Your Photo Trade Show on in 2026

Here are my calendar-worthy events on tap for 2026. Most of then are in the first part of the year, so if you're interested, I would start planning now.

Imaging USA 2026: Premier industry trade show (Nashville, TN, Jan 11-13). The final day is today (Tuesday, Jan. 13), so if you're in the area you can still catch talks and Expo Hall.

CP+ (Camera & Photo Imaging Show): "CP+ 2026," the world premiere show for cameras and photo imaging, will be held at PACIFICO Yokohama from Thursday, February 26 to Sunday, March 1, 2026. It features a wide range of exciting programs including new product showcases from leading brands, talk sessions, photo exhibitions, workshops, and ZINE markets.

WPPI (Wedding & Portrait Photographers International): WPPI 2026 is scheduled for March 1-5, 2026, at The Rio in Las Vegas, featuring keynote speaker Annie Leibovitz and the annual trade show with hands-on gear and industry insights. The event includes conference sessions, the Icon Awards, and the main expo floor, with specific times for registration, the show, and award ceremonies running throughout those dates.

The Photography & Video Show: UK event covering gear, business, fine art, 14-17 March 2026 at t