Registration Opens for TISE 2027 in Las Vegas

Sep 28, 2026

Registration is now open to attend The International Surface Event (TISE) Feb. 1–4, 2027 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The event will host over 19,000 industry professionals from around the world, including retailers, contractors, designers and more.

The exhibition floor will be open for three days, while a range of educational programs will take place over four days. To learn more and register, visit intlsurfaceevent.com.

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