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Mid America Trucking Show (MATS)
March 27 @ 8:00 am - March 29 @ 5:00 pm
The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), North America’s largest annual heavy-duty trucking event, is scheduled for March 27–29, 2025, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
This 53rd edition of MATS will feature a new, more connected layout, with all exhibit space centralized within the North through South Wings of the venue, enhancing the experience for attendees and exhibitors alike.
Event Highlights:
- Exhibits: Explore over 1 million square feet of exhibit space, showcasing the latest products, services, and technologies from more than 870 exhibitors.
- Education: Participate in the Pro Talks Education Series, offering over 40 sessions covering current industry topics, emerging technologies, and practical solutions to common challenges.
- Networking Events:
- Opening Breakfast: Kick off the show with a networking breakfast featuring industry experts sharing updates and insights.
- Opening Reception: Enjoy an evening of live entertainment, refreshments, and networking opportunities, including a silent auction benefiting the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund.
- MATS Concert: Attend the official MATS Concert featuring performances by Tony Justice and Colt Ford.
- Special Events:
- PKY Truck Beauty Championship: Witness the largest gathering of elite custom trucks in North America, featuring a light show, awards ceremony, and custom truck parade.
- Certified Master Carrier (CMC) Live: Participate in sessions led by industry expert Kevin Rutherford, focusing on advanced business strategies for trucking professionals.
Registration Information:
- Attendee registration for MATS 2025 opens on December 1, 2024, and free registration closes on February 27, 2025.
Venue Details:
- Location: Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209.
- Show Hours:
- Thursday, March 27: VIP: 10 AM – 1 PM; General Admission: 1 PM – 6 PM
- Friday, March 28: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Saturday, March 29: 9 AM – 4 PM
For more details and updates, visit the official MATS website
