Media Events Schedule
Show Days & Hours
Exhibit Hall Hours
South Concourse | Orange County Convention Center
Wednesday, March 20: Thursday, March 21: Friday, March 22: | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Media Lounge Hours
Room S210D
Wednesday, March 22: Thursday, March 23: Friday, March 24: | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
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Tuesday, March 19
After Hours with The Pet Summit – Invite Only
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: S310 A/B, South Concourse
Kick-off show week with Global Pet Expo and The Pet Summit! Join us for an evening filled with performances by The Super Collies, live sketches with Noble Friends, beats by DJ AJ Fresh, and adorable adoptable dogs.
This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to mingle, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections with key industry figures, pet professionals, and fellow media and influencers. Enjoy delectable appetizers, refreshing drinks, and the company of like-minded individuals who share your passion for pets! RSVP by March 11.
Wednesday, March 20
Media Lounge Opens
Time: 8:00 a.m. | Location: Media Lounge, S210D
Welcome to our brand-new Media Lounge at Global Pet Expo! The Media Lounge is where you will pick up your credentials, media bag and exhibitor media kits, access show information, connect with other members of the media, conduct interviews and more. On Wednesday morning, Global Pet Expo will be hosting a grab-and-go breakfast for media from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.. Come mingle with fellow media members and ask our public relations team any questions you may have before you head onto the show floor!
Unleashed Party
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Location: South Concourse Level 2
Experience the must-attend party at Global Pet Expo! The Unleashed Party, sponsored by Angels’ Eyes®, will bring you more fun than ever before with three hours of fun, networking and refreshments. Don’t miss out on this exceptional event, including:
Live Video DJ
360 Selfie Booth
Engaging Entertainment
Giveaways and prizes
Free food and drinks
Networking opportunities
Thursday, March 21
Media Breakfast & Press Conference
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. | Location: Room S210A
Join us for a media-exclusive look at the American Pet Products Association’s (APPA) latest pet ownership data during the Media Breakfast & Press Conference. APPA will present an in-depth review of APPA’s new Strategic Insights: State of the Industry Report for 2024, which will delve into the latest data on pet households in the U.S., provide insights into emerging trends in pet ownership and offer projections into the industry’s development through 2030.
Coffee, Treats & a podcast at Global pet expo
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | Location: Pets Add Life Lounge, Booth #3455
Join us for coffee, treats and a podcast at Global Pet Expo! Experience firsthand our exciting new Pets Add Life Podcast, presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and DOGTV, right on the show floor. Discover the latest and greatest content for pets and their devoted parents being unveiled at this year’s event.
Please RSVP by dori@dogtv.com to secure your spot and receive a special welcome gift by March 15, 2024.
Purina Pet Care Innovation Awards
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Location: Spotlight Stage, New Products Showcase
Watch live as the Purina 2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize Winners pitch their innovative products to a panel of judges and compete for the grand cash prize of $25,000. The finalists include pet care startups from the U.S., Canada and Australia:
Winners of the competition will be announced at the conclusion of the event!
Best in Show Awards
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Location: Spotlight Stage, New Products Showcase
Join us at the Best in Show Awards for the 14th Annual New Products Showcase. Grab a celebratory drink, hear the winner’s of this year’s awards and meet the brands behind the best new products hitting the market in 2024. Hosted by Dr. Courtney Campbell and Kristen Levine with DOGTV, this is a must-attend event for anyone looking for the latest products to share with their audience! The 2024 show features new product categories reflective of the latest trends in pet.
Friday, March 22
Grab & Go Breakfast
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. | Location: Media Lounge, S210D
Coffee, tea, bagels and pastries available for registered media in the Media Lounge!