Materials Show marks 30 years
The Materials Show, an event showcasing the latest innovations in apparel and footwear materials, marked its 30th anniversary with the opening of its Northwest (NW) edition in Portland, Oregon, on February 12. Organised by American Events, Inc., the show brought together over 250 exhibitors occupying more than 300 booths at the Oregon Convention Centre.
Organisers reported approximately 1,800 registered visitors on the first day. However, with snow in the forecast for February 13, attendance projections for the second day remained uncertain.
American Events expressed pride in the milestone, stating the event celebrates “three decades of innovation, collaboration, and industry leadership.” The Materials Show originated in 1995 through a partnership with Nike, leading to the creation of the NW Apparel & Footwear Materials Show. In 2015, the event expanded to Boston through a collaboration with New Balance, resulting in the Northeast (NE) Materials Show.
The NE iteration of this year’s event is scheduled to take place in Boston on February 19 and 20.
Looking ahead, the next editions of the Materials Show will occur on August 27 and 28 in Portland and on September 3 and 4 in Boston.
The 30th anniversary marks a significant moment for the Materials Show, continuing its legacy as a pivotal gathering for the apparel and footwear industry.
