Nail Tech Event of the Smokies 2026
The Nail Tech Event of the Smokies is a professional‑only nail‑industry trade show held July 10‑13, 2026 at the Gatlinburg Convention Center, TN. The core "Main Event" on Sunday, July 12 features 57 vendor booths showcasing top nail brands, 9 free nail‑tech classes, swag bags, and door‑prize draws—including a $1,500 grand prize. Leading exhibitors span categories such as nail polish and gel systems (OPI, CND, Gelish, Morgan Taylor), foot‑care and pedicure products (Baby Foot, Gehwol, PodoSafe), disinfection and hygiene (Micrylium, Clean Republic), accessories (Glitz Accessories, Light Elegance), and specialty tools (Nghia Nippers, Magic Gel). Over the preceding Friday, Saturday and following Monday, 30+ paid workshops run on topics from product techniques to business skills, taught by brand educators. The event is limited to licensed beauty professionals and beauty‑school students, with VIP tickets offering early entry, exclusive swag, and priority shopping.
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Gatlinburg - Gatlinburg Convention Center, USA