Global Pet Expo 2027 Guide: Orlando Dates & Attendees
By Ilyas Kerbal,
Global Pet Expo 2027 runs from 17 to 19 March at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Organised by APPA and PIDA, it is the pet industry’s largest annual trade show, with more than 1,200 exhibiting companies and nearly 20,000 industry professionals.
Pet food, treats, toys, grooming, health and pet tech fill the floor, and the New Products Showcase is one of the most visited areas. This guide covers what to know and how brands and suppliers can reach retail and distribution buyers.
Global Pet Expo 2027 at a glance
| Next edition | 17-19 March 2027 |
| Venue | Orange County Convention Center |
| City | Orlando, Florida, USA |
| Typical month | March |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Attendance | ~20,000 pet industry professionals (22k+ registered) |
| Exhibitors | 1,000-1,200+ exhibiting companies, 3,000-3,500 booths |
| Industry | Pet products & pet retail |
| Organizer | American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) |
| Official website | globalpetexpo.org |
Global Pet Expo in a nutshell
Global Pet Expo is the trade-only marketplace for pet food, supplies, toys, grooming and pet-tech. Independent retailers, chains, distributors and e-commerce buyers find new products, and the New Products Showcase is a highlight.
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Location and venue
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando.
Does it change location? No. Orlando every March.
Dog standing in front of a pet store. Photo by Daisy D on Unsplash.
Who attends Global Pet Expo?
- Independent pet retailers
- Chain and e-commerce buyers
- Distributors
- Manufacturers
- Media and influencers
- Investors
Buyers here are mostly retailers, chain and e-commerce buyers and distributors, alongside the brands that want to sell to them. Knowing which side of the market each attendee sits on is the first step to useful outreach.
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What Global Pet Expo covers
- Pet food and treats
- Toys, beds and accessories
- Grooming
- Pet health and supplements
- Aquatics and small animals
- Pet tech
What Global Pet Expo means for B2B sellers
The pet industry has grown steadily, and retailers are constantly looking for new products. Independent pet stores, chains, e-commerce buyers and distributors use Global Pet Expo to discover brands and place orders.
For brands, the most valuable contacts are chain and e-commerce buyers and distributors, because they move volume. For suppliers and service providers, the brands themselves are the audience. A segmented list lets you aim at the right side.
Is Global Pet Expo right for your team?
Best for: brands looking for retail and distribution buyers, and suppliers or service providers whose customers are the brands exhibiting at Global Pet Expo.
Less ideal for: vendors without a clear retail or brand angle. The attendee list needs heavy filtering if your buyer is not part of the buying chain.
Global Pet Expo ticket prices
| Option | Price / details |
|---|---|
| Also good to know | Trade-only; registration free/low cost for qualified retailers and buyers |
| Typical cost | Generally free for qualified trade. |
Prices change between editions and by registration date, so treat these as a guide and check globalpetexpo.org before you buy.
Event app and digital platform
Global Pet Expo has offered an official app in past years (exhibitors, maps).
If you plan to prospect through the event app, expect friction: limited search filters, caps on messages and connection requests, and no way to get the data into your CRM. It helps on the day, but it is not a target list.
Is Global Pet Expo worth it?
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Concentrated pet-industry buyers | Trade-only; retail-focused |
| Free education | Niche |
| Strong product-discovery culture | Many small buyers |
Getting meetings at Global Pet Expo
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| 6-8 weeks before | Get the attendee and exhibitor list. Segment it by job title, company size and industry, and remove existing customers and competitors. |
| 3-5 weeks before | Start outreach on email and LinkedIn. Mention the event, give a specific reason to meet and offer two or three time slots. |
| Show week | Confirm every meeting 48 hours ahead, keep a short list of walk-in targets, and log every conversation in your CRM the same day. |
| 1-5 days after | Follow up while the event is still fresh, then add non-responders to a nurture sequence. |
Independent retailers make up a large part of the audience. If you sell to chains, filter them out early so your team focuses on buyers who can place larger orders.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Global Pet Expo 2027?
17-19 March 2027. Dates can shift, so confirm on the official website (globalpetexpo.org) before booking travel.
Where is Global Pet Expo held?
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando.
Does it move? No. Orlando every March.
How much does a Global Pet Expo ticket cost?
Generally free for qualified trade. See the pricing table above for pass types.
Who attends Global Pet Expo?
Mainly independent pet retailers; chain and e-commerce buyers; distributors; manufacturers.
Can I get the Global Pet Expo attendee list?
Event organisers rarely sell attendee lists. Prospector builds one for you from the event app and website: attendees, exhibitors and speakers, enriched with job title, company, company size, industry, LinkedIn profile and work email where available, delivered as a CRM-ready file before the event. Ask about Global Pet Expo here.
Get the Global Pet Expo attendee list
If Global Pet Expo is on your calendar, the best time to build your target list is now, while there is still time to book meetings. Contact me on Prospector with the event, your target roles and your CRM, and I’ll tell you what I can deliver and how fast.
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Event details were last checked in October 2026. Dates, venues and prices can change, so confirm them on the official event website.