From July 23–26, 2025, the Las Vegas Convention Center (South Hall) will host the highly anticipated CHAMPS Las Vegas Summer Trade Show, the premier counterculture B2B event since 1999. This four-day expo remains a vital meeting ground for smoke shop buyers, dispensary managers, glass artists, and product developers, showcasing the latest in cannabis accessories, vaping technology, CBD goods, and glass artistry.
Who Attends and Why It Matters for Cannabis & Vape Pros
CHAMPS is strictly a business-to-business event. Entry is reserved for verified buyers, including licensed vape shops, dispensaries, and head shops, who must provide business credentials and ID to gain access—though attendance is free. According to CHAMPS’ official buyer info page, attendees are vetted carefully to preserve its wholesale environment.
More than 400 exhibitors are expected to fill the show floor with cannabis and vaping gear, accessories, packaging tools, and legal cannabinoid products like Delta-8, HHC, and THC-O. CHAMPS continues to be a hotspot for emerging trends and direct B2B connections, as noted by event aggregators like 10Times and Distru.
Key Highlights That Matter to Cannabis & Vaping Pros
- Product Discovery
Exhibitors showcase everything from temperature-controlled vape devices and sleek disposables to artisan glass, rolling trays, terpene solutions, and hemp-based wellness lines. A full list of categories is available on CHAMPS’ exhibitor map. - Networking & Growth
Vendors use CHAMPS to meet new clients, strike distribution agreements, and tap into the multibillion-dollar retail accessory market. Buyers can negotiate show deals, evaluate product lines, and sample directly with brand reps. - Free from Consumer Restrictions
As a dedicated trade event, attendees can engage in open business conversations, experience product demos, and see exclusive pre-launch items—without navigating general consumer foot traffic. - Live Demonstrations & Culture
While CHAMPS doesn’t host formal panels, live glass blowing, vape demos, and the Glass Games art competition provide plenty of in-the-field education for attendees watching functional art being made.
Logistics & Planning Essentials
CHAMPS will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with early closure at 4:20 p.m. on July 26. On-site registration begins July 21 at both the Convention Center and Tuscany Suites. Pre-registering enters attendees into cash prize drawings worth up to $6,000.
Travelers can take advantage of CHAMPS partner rates with hotels like Tuscany Suites, and navigate the city easily via the Las Vegas Monorail, which stops conveniently at Boingo Station near the convention hall.
What to Watch for in 2025
- Vape Innovation: Expect the latest multi-use vape pens, next-gen pods, heat-not-burn technology, and desktop concentrate devices.
- Cannabinoid Trends: Delta-10, THC-V, HHC, and CBN continue gaining traction across wellness and recreational channels.
- Glass Culture: Functional art remains center stage as glassblowers compete and collaborate in real-time with buyers watching.
Final Take: The CHAMPS Summer 2025 show is where cannabis retail, vaping innovation, and counterculture collide. For anyone in the business of cannabis accessories or vape products, this is the event to meet decision-makers, scout new inventory, and cement your brand’s presence in the marketplace.