FDIC/JEMS 2026
Overview
The largest fire and EMS show in North America. If you sell ambulance equipment, defibrillators, patient monitors, airway devices, or EMS software, FDIC/JEMS delivers 35,000+ first responders and 800+ exhibitors. The JEMS track specifically targets EMS/paramedicine professionals. Live equipment demos and the Sim Yard create hands-on engagement that passive trade shows cannot match.
Key Facts
- Host organization: Clarion Events (FDIC International) / JEMS (Journal of Emergency Medical Services)
- Primary specialty: emergency medical services
- Scale: mega
- Geography: International
- International attendance: ~10%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
Booth pricing not yet verified for FDIC/JEMS. Request our research →
Audience
Over 35,000 fire and rescue professionals from 65+ countries. 800+ exhibitors. 2025 set records with 37,000+ attendees and 850+ exhibitors. JEMS at FDIC is the EMS-specific track within the larger FDIC International fire/rescue conference. The Sim Yard in Lucas Oil Stadium provides immersive EMS training scenarios.
- Purchasing authority: ~45% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~15,750
- International attendance: ~10%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
- Management company: Clarion Events (FDIC parent), The Expo Group (exhibitor services)
Who Else Exhibits
Approximately 800+ exhibitors typically attend FDIC/JEMS. Your competitors are here.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The largest fire and EMS show in North America. If you sell ambulance equipment, defibrillators, patient monitors, airway devices, or EMS software, FDIC/JEMS delivers 35,000+ first responders and 800+ exhibitors. The JEMS track specifically targets EMS/paramedicine professionals. Live equipment demos and the Sim Yard create hands-on engagement that passive trade shows cannot match.
Why Skip
Primarily a fire/rescue show -- EMS is a co-located track, not the main event. If your product is hospital-based (not pre-hospital), the buyer density is low. The show is massive and noisy -- small booths can get lost among 800+ exhibitors. Booth pricing is not publicly listed and may be premium for the venue size.
Insider Tips
FDIC is THE show for fire/rescue in North America, and JEMS at FDIC is the EMS component. The exhibit floor spans multiple buildings including Lucas Oil Stadium, so booth placement matters enormously. Request a location near the JEMS Lounge or Sim Yard for EMS-focused traffic. The outdoor demo area is ideal for ambulance and vehicle exhibitors. Indianapolis is a non-union venue -- significantly cheaper than Chicago or Las Vegas for drayage and labor.
Buzzbox Score: 9.3 / 10 (Exceptional)
9.3 out of 10. One of the strongest exhibiting opportunities in our index. Carried by growth trajectory (9.7: mega-scale and stable and 800+ exhibitors signals strong demand). The lightest dimension is data transparency (7.2, booth pricing published). The largest fire and EMS show in North America.
How we score
Six weighted factors, each scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band. Every show on this list cleared a relevance bar to be included, so 7.0 is the floor; the number tells you how far the leaders pull ahead.
Standout (9.5): 45% purchasing authority (moderate), 44:1 attendee ratio, and mega-scale floor (35,000 attendees).
Strong (8.1): $40/sqft, slightly above the $39 median.
Solid (7.2): booth pricing published, exhibitor count disclosed, and attendee purchasing-authority data published.
Strong (8.7): managed by Clarion Events (FDIC parent), The Expo Group (exhibitor services), non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in), and purpose-built convention venue.
Standout (9.4): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and the flagship / largest show in its niche.
Standout (9.7): mega-scale and stable, 800+ exhibitors signals strong demand, and 35,000+ attendees.
Key Deadlines
Detailed deadlines not yet verified for FDIC/JEMS. Check the official site for the application window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at FDIC/JEMS?
Pricing for FDIC/JEMS is not yet publicly verified — contact the show or request our research below.
How many people attend FDIC/JEMS?
FDIC/JEMS draws approximately 35,000 attendees. Over 35,000 fire and rescue professionals from 65+ countries. 800+ exhibitors. 2025 set records with 37,000+ attendees and 850+ exhibitors. JEMS at FDIC is the EMS-specific track within the larger FDIC International fire/rescue conference. The Sim Yard in Lucas Oil Stadium provides immersive EMS training scenarios.
When is FDIC/JEMS ?
FDIC/JEMS is scheduled for April 20-25, 2026. Location: Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN.
Is FDIC/JEMS worth exhibiting at?
The largest fire and EMS show in North America. If you sell ambulance equipment, defibrillators, patient monitors, airway devices, or EMS software, FDIC/JEMS delivers 35,000+ first responders and 800+ exhibitors.