If you’re seeing a lot of “surfers,” “gardeners” and “boaters” around town this weekend, it might be due to the very busy Orange County Convention Center. This weekend the OOCC is hosting three very popular expos. Surf Expo – USA and the Orlando Home and Garden Show which this year also includes the Orlando Boat Show.
The Surf Expo (Thursday, Jan. 12 – Saturday, Jan. 14) ranks high in popularity with more than 12,000 – 15,000 visitors attending every year. The sport of surfing is so popular, a trade show such as this is bound to bring in a lot of interested businesses and visitors. The Orlando Home and Garden Show (Friday, Jan. 13 – Sunday, Jan. 15) is one of the more famous events held in Florida and is gaining popularity every year. Watch for a very ‘fruitful’ attendance this year.
At Surf Expo – USA many informative seminars take place focusing on the latest developments and happenings within the sport. An extensive array of surfing, skating, diving and swimming accessories are on exhibit, as well as high quality boutique and resort services. Fashion shows and interactive demonstrations also add to the overall attraction of this event. More than 3,500 brands are showcased and corporate participants are provided with ample business networking opportunities. Attendees from locations including South America and the Caribbean islands are sure to enjoy this expo.
The public is invited to attend, so if you’re around the International Drive area, be sure to stop in. There are attractive gift items and souvenirs also exhibited at the show. The show is open from 9 am to 6 pm on Jan.12 and 13 and from 9 am to 5 pm on Jan.14. The cost is $30. For more information go to biztradeshows.com.
The Orlando Home and Garden Show focuses on the latest trends of landscaping and gardening as well as technical updates and creation of business and information space for professional and amateur landscape art. Attending this show will provide a wealth of information related to landscaping and gardening. The Orlando Home & Garden Show this year will also include the Orlando Boat Show, which should make it even more popular.
The public is encouraged to attend January 13-15, 2012 in the South Building, Hall SB. Show hours are Fri. 10:00am-8:00pm; Sat. 10:00am-8:00pm and Sun. 10:00am-6:00pm. Admission is $8 for adults, children 16 and under are free. Discount coupons are available at www.orangecountyhomeshow.com.
For location information, visit the Convention Center’s website at www.occc.net
After attending the expo, be sure to save an evening for Capone’s Dinner & Show. We’re located just down the road from the Convention Center on Highway 192, just east of S.R. 535 (Vineland). After browsing all of those displays at the expo, we’re sure you’ll be ready to sit back and relax at our dinner show. Be prepared to laugh and eat – our show ticket includes a delicious buffet and a great show which includes a lot of comedy. Get your tickets for half price when you purchase them online. Our gang welcomes surfers, gardeners and boaters of all ages. You’ll have a blast!
Last Updated on January 19, 2018
