Dayton Gun Show 2026
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Floor Plan & Exhibitors
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Why Attend
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Based on verified event data
- Event: Dayton Gun Show 2026
- Edition year: 2026
- Dates: 2026-10-17 to 2026-10-18
- Location: Dayton, United States
- Venue: Montgomery County Event Center
- Organizer: C & E Gun Shows
- Industry: Sports / Leisure / Gaming
- Frequency: Multiple per year
- Verification: verified
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The 2026 Dayton Gun Show provided a dedicated venue for regional enthusiasts and collectors to examine a variety of firearms and outdoor equipment.
C & E Gun Shows facilitated a space where local distributors and private sellers showcased diverse inventory within the Ohio sports and leisure market.
The event served as a hub for attendees to assess current trends in the personal protection and recreational shooting sectors through direct interaction with exhibitors.
Participants utilized the Montgomery County Event Center as a centralized location for networking with like-minded community members and specialized equipment vendors.
Opportunity types
Who exhibits
- Firearms dealers
- Outdoor equipment suppliers
- Collectors
- Safety gear manufacturers
Who visits
- Private buyers
- Regional distributors
- Outdoor enthusiasts
- Hobbyists
The Midwest maintains a robust interest in recreational shooting and outdoors sports, driving consistent demand for regional trade gatherings. Dayton serves as a strategic regional node for C & E Gun Shows to capture the engagement of the local enthusiast base.
Reviewed: October 27, 2026
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Last checked: October 27, 2026