Gun Shows Calendar

Gun Shows

FAQ’s

What is the meaning of gunshow?

A gun show, also known as a gun fair or gun expo, is an event where firearms, ammunition, and related accessories are bought, sold, and traded. Gun shows may be organized by private individuals, gun clubs, or firearms dealers, and are typically open to the public.

At a gun show, attendees can browse displays of guns, ammunition, and related accessories, and purchase items from vendors who are licensed to sell firearms. Some gun shows also include shooting competitions, seminars on gun safety and self-defense, and other related events.

While gun shows are legal and common in many countries, they have been a topic of controversy and debate in some areas, particularly in the United States, where there have been concerns about the potential for illegal sales and the easy access to firearms by individuals who may be prohibited from owning them. As a result, some states and jurisdictions have implemented regulations and restrictions on gun shows and the sale of firearms at these events.

What is America’s biggest gun show?

The SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show) is considered the largest gun show in America and one of the largest in the world. The show is held annually in January in Las Vegas, Nevada and is organized by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), a trade association for the firearms industry.

The SHOT Show features exhibits from manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors of firearms, ammunition, and related accessories. It attracts thousands of attendees, including firearms dealers, retailers, law enforcement professionals, and members of the military, as well as media and other industry professionals.

While the SHOT Show is not open to the general public, it is considered an important event in the firearms industry and a key platform for the introduction of new products, technologies, and trends in the market.

Where is the world’s largest gun show?

The world’s largest gun show is believed to be the biennial International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF), held in Istanbul, Turkey. The event is organized by the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation and brings together exhibitors and attendees from around the world, including representatives from military and law enforcement agencies, as well as private sector companies involved in the defense industry.

IDEF features exhibits of firearms, ammunition, military vehicles, electronics, and other defense-related products and technologies. The event includes demonstrations, seminars, and oth

er related activities, and attracts thousands of attendees from around the world.

It’s worth noting that there is some debate over whether IDEF is truly the largest gun show in the world, as there is no standardized method for measuring the size of these events. Other large gun shows around the world include the Shot Show in the United States, Eurosatory in France, and Defexpo India.

 

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Allen Gun Show

July 16th-17th
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Mesquite Gun Show

August 13th-14th
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Fort Worth Gun Show

August 27th-28th
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Mesquite Gun Show

September 10th-11th
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Allen Gun Show

October 1st-2nd
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Fort Worth Gun Show

October 8th-9th
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Mesquite Gun Show

October 15th-16th
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Fort Worth Gun Show

October 29th-30th
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Allen Gun Show

November 19th-20th
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Mesquite Gun Show

November 26th-27th
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Mesquite Gun Show

December 10th-11th
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Fort Worth Gun Show

December 31st- January 1st, 2023