The 28th edition of the AVN Show, the largest adult entertainment expo in the world, has returned to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas from January 21 to 24, 2026. The event features five flagship events that highlight all facets of the adult industry.
AVN Show Returns to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
The AVN Media Network has confirmed that the 28th edition of the AVN Show will return to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas from January 21 to 24, 2026. The event marks a continuation of AVN's full-scale integration of its industry-leading events into one destination.
According to Tony Rios, CEO of AVN Media Network, "We're already working on making the 2026 AVN Show the best one we've ever done." He added that they are looking forward to welcoming fans and colleagues from around the world back to the AVN Show at this amazing property.
Events and Exhibits
The 2026 AVN Show will feature five separate events, including the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE), Adult Novelty Expo (ANE), GayVN Awards, "O" Awards, and the 43rd annual AVN Awards Show. The AEE will host an unprecedented range of exhibitors, exclusive events, comprehensive seminar tracks, and countless networking opportunities.
ANE will cater exclusively to vetted B2B attendees, with a curated focus on product launches, distribution, and education. The GayVN Awards will return to celebrate the best performers, creators, and productions in gay adult entertainment with a red-carpet ceremony.
AVN Awards Show
The 43rd Annual AVN Awards Show will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM PST at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. This star-studded evening celebrates the best of the best in adult content, with awards in dozens of major categories.
The AVN Awards are widely known as the "Oscars of Adult Entertainment" and honor excellence across adult films, performances, and production. The awards cover everything from Best Feature to fan-voted favorites and technical achievements.
Key Facts
- The 28th edition of the AVN Show returned to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas from January 21 to 24, 2026.
- The event features five flagship events: AEE, ANE, GayVN Awards, "O" Awards, and the 43rd annual AVN Awards Show.
- Over 500 brands are expected to exhibit at the AEE, showcasing the latest innovations in content creation, novelty products, and digital innovation.
- The AVN Awards Show will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM PST at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.
- The event marks a continuation of AVN's full-scale integration of its industry-leading events into one destination.
