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The International Bowl Expo, often just Bowl Expo, is an annual trade show for bowling related companies. It is ran and managed by the Bowling Proprietors' Association of America (BPAA).
History
[edit]The International Bowl Expo was originally an annual meeting of the Bowling Proprietors' Association of America, but evolved into a convention and trade show for the bowling industry.[1] The event showcases a wide range of products, from bowling equipment to lane care solutions, and features seminars on various aspects of the sport, including coaching certifications. Exhibitors are typically bowling-related, such as art and food suppliers, with a strong focus on attracting both domestic and international attendees.[1]
Bowl Expo 2007 was held at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.[2] At the Expo, the Bowling Writers Association of America (BWAA) held its annual meeting, which marked the first since merging with the National Women Bowling Writers. The national Bowling Proprietors' Association of America (BPAA) conducted workshops and seminars. Attendees also could tour the new Red Rock Casino bowling center. The Expo also showcased exhibitors from various sectors, including bowling-related Brunswick, AMF, and Storm. On the final day, a special "Club Expo" featuring entertainment, such as LeAnn Rimes, occurred.[3]
Bowl Expo 2013 took place at Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.[2] Keynote speakers included Pepsico CEO Indra Nooyi and Olympic athletes Caitlyn Jenner and Dana Torres,[4][5] with over two dozen professional bowlers participating. The expo also included the induction of Jack Moran into the BPAA Hall of Fame and a media award presented to John LaSpina and his son for their contributions to the sport.[1]
At Bowl Expo 2024, there were 220 exhibitors.[6] Notable exhibitors included Bandai Namco, DirecTV, iHeartMedia, PepsiCo, and Sega, as well as several bowling related companies such as Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA), and Hammer Bowling, among several others.
Location history
[edit]Since its inception in 1963, the convention has taken place in the United States for all but three years.[2] The 2025 Bowl Expo is slated to take place at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Washington, D.C.[7]
| Dates | Hotel | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Roosevelt Hotel | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| 1964 | Stardust Hotel | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1965 | Sheraton Hotel | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 1966 | El Cortez Hotel | San Diego, CA |
| 1967 | New York Hilton | New York, NY |
| 1968 | Dunes Hotel | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1969 | Fontainebleau Hotel | Miami Beach, FL |
| 1970 | Disneyland Hotel | Anaheim, CA |
| 1971 | King's Inn & Golf Club | Freeport, Grand Bahama Island |
| 1972 | Hilton Hawaiian Village | Honolulu, HI |
| 1973 | Diplomat Hotel | Hollywood, FL |
| 1974 | Sahara Tahoe Hotel | State Line, NV |
| 1975 | New York Hilton Hotel | New York, NY |
| 1976 | Town & Country Hotel | San Diego, CA |
| 1977 | Sheraton Centre | Toronto, Canada |
| 1978 | MGM Grand Hotel | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1979 | Sheraton-Waikiki Hotel | Honolulu, HI |
| 1980 | Caesar's Palace | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1981 | New Orleans Hilton | New Orleans, LA |
| 1982 | Town & Country Hotel | San Diego, CA |
| 1983 | Fontainebleau Hilton | Miami Beach, FL |
| 1984 | Caesar's Palace | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1985 | Disneyland Hotel | Anaheim, CA |
| 1986 | MGM Grand | Reno, NV |
| 1987 | Hilton Hawaiian Village | Honolulu, HI |
| 1988 | New York Hilton | New York, NY |
| 1989 | Marriott's Orlando World Center | Orlando, FL |
| 1990 | Sheraton Washington | Washington D.C. |
| 1991 | The Galt House Hotel | Louisville, KY |
| 1992 | Bally's Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1993 | Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center | Nashville, TN |
| 1994 | Hilton Hawaiian Village | Honolulu, HI |
| 1995 | San Francisco Hilton | San Francisco, CA |
| 1996 | Las Vegas Hilton | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1997 | Las Vegas Hilton | Las Vegas, NV |
| 1998 | Gaylord Opryland | Nashville, TN |
| June 13-18, 1999[8] | Omni Rosen Hotel | Orlando, FL |
| 2000 | Las Vegas Hilton | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2001 | Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2002 | New Orleans Hilton | New Orleans, LA |
| 2003 | Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2004 | Las Vegas Hilton | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2005 | Rosen Centre Hotel | Orlando, FL |
| 2006 | Las Vegas Hilton | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2007 | Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2008 | Rosen Shingle Creek | Orlando, FL |
| 2009 | Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2010 | Las Vegas Hilton | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2011 | Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center | Grapevine, TX |
| 2012 | Silver Legacy/Eldorado | Reno, NV |
| June 23-27, 2013[1] | Paris Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2014 | Rosen Shingle Creek | Orlando, FL |
| 2015 | Paris Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2016 | Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2017 | Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center | Nashville, TN |
| 2018 | Paris Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2019 | Paris Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2020 | Canceled due to the COVID-19 Pandemic[9]
| |
| June 20-24, 2021[9] | The Galt House Hotel | Louisville, KY |
| 2022 | Westgate Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV |
| 2023 | Rosen Centre Hotel | Orlando, FL |
| 2024 | Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center | Denver, CO |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Pezzano, Chuck (2013-06-17). "Get ready for Bowl Expo fun". The Record. pp. S2. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ a b c "Bowl Expo > General Info > Previous Locations". bpaa.com. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ Taylor, Joan (2007-07-01). "Vegas Bowl Expo showcases something for everyone". Daily Record. p. 37. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ "Olympic champions Jenner, Torres deliver keynote presentations at International Bowl Expo". www.bowlingdigital.com. 2013-06-26. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ Weller, Frank (2013-07-11). "BOWL EXPO 2013 The Bowling Industries Annual Convention and Trade Show" (PDF). California Bowling News. p. 1. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ "Bowl Expo > Trade Show > 2024 Exhibitors". bpaa.com. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ "2025 Call for Speakers". bpaa.com. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ Jammal II, Suheil (1999-06-13). "Bowling Expo brings volume to Orlando". The Orlando Sentinel. p. 102. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ a b Manzione, Gianmarc (2020-04-03). "Bowl Expo 2020 Cancelled Amid COVID-19 Pandemic". bowl.com. Retrieved 2024-10-08.