HOUSTEX 2027: Dates, Location & Exhibitor Guide
Quick answer: HOUSTEX 2027 runs Nov 2–4, 2027 at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center — Dallas, TX. It is held every two years (odd years).
About HOUSTEX
Houston manufacturing technology show. Organized by SME.
| Next dates | Nov 2–4, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Location | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center — Dallas, TX |
| How often | Every two years (odd years) |
| Industry | Metalworking & CNC |
| Region | Southwest |
| Organizer | SME |
| Official site | sme.org/houstex |
| Last verified | Nov 2026 |
Upcoming and past editions
| Dates | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2–4, 2027 | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center — Dallas, TX | Add to calendar |
Who this show is relevant for
Based on its focus on metalworking & cnc, HOUSTEX is most relevant to:
- Machine Shops — Google Ads · SEO
- Metal Fabricators — Google Ads · SEO
Exhibiting at HOUSTEX? Book meetings before the doors open.
Most exhibitors pay for the booth and hope for traffic. We build the pieces that fill your calendar: a show landing page, QR lead capture for the booth, and a Google Ads campaign targeted around Dallas that runs in the weeks before the event.
Talk Show Strategy →Pre-show plan for HOUSTEX 2027
- Sep 7 — Launch your show landing page and start a Google Ads campaign targeted around Dallas (and your target accounts)
- Oct 5 — Email your database and book booth meetings on LinkedIn
- Oct 26 — Print QR codes that point to the landing page; test the lead form on a phone
- Nov 6 — Follow up with every lead within 48 hours of the show closing
Follow-up step by step: trade show lead follow-up for manufacturers.
Questions about HOUSTEX
When is HOUSTEX 2027?
HOUSTEX 2027 runs Nov 2–4, 2027 at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center — Dallas, TX.
Where is HOUSTEX held?
The next edition of HOUSTEX is scheduled in Dallas, TX.
How often is HOUSTEX held?
Every two years (odd years). SME and AMT moved this show from Houston to Dallas. Now branded Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHWEST.
Who should exhibit at HOUSTEX?
HOUSTEX is aimed at metalworking & cnc companies. Houston manufacturing technology show. Exhibit if your buyers are on its attendee list; otherwise a targeted online campaign in the show city can reach the same people for less.
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