PPAI Expo 2025: The Biggest Trends from the World’s Biggest Show
As the industry’s leading and longest-running trade show, PPAI Expo is the cornerstone of the global promotional products market.
Held annually in Las Vegas Nevada, the four-day conference/trade show sees thousands of established brands and suppliers converge to showcase new product collections and cutting-edge innovations to thousands of prospective distributors from around the world.
The show is a true mecca for promotional product distributors, suppliers and marketing professionals, and is known for forecasting product trends for the upcoming year.
What was trending on the show floor in 2025?
- Magsafe Tech
Magsafe integration is poised to be a dominant trend in 2025, revolutionising promo tech with seamless, magnetic functionality. - Pickleball
Pickleball’s popularity translated into a flood of branded paddles, bags, and accessories, marking it as a standout trend at the show. - Travel and On-the-Go
Travel-themed promo products, from branded luggage tags to portable chargers reflected the industry’s focus on experiences and on-the-go solutions. - Pets
Pet products, including bowls and leashes, were a staple throughout the show, highlighting the industry’s embrace of the booming pet market. - Crocs & Accessories
Crocs-style footwear and accessories were a major hit, proving the power of personalised comfort in promotional products. - Puffer Accessories & Apparel
Comfortable and warm merchandise, including puffer blankets, continued to be a big theme on the show floor in 2025. - Sherpa-lined Bags and Accessories
Unique sherpa-lined items, including backpacks, showcased the industry’s love for standout textures and materials. - Stanley Cups and Accessories
Stanley cups and compatible accessories highlighted the strong demand for premium, customisable drinkware.
Shop TurnKey Promotions’ curated collection of new products and trends, as seen at PPAI Expo 2025, here.