Independent / Boutique Show
SIOS — Southern Independent Optical Show
Grand Prairie, TX, USA
SIOS runs each fall at The Ruthe Jackson Center in Grand Prairie, Texas — between Dallas and Fort Worth — as a regional hub for Southern independent opticians and retailers.
It includes continuing-education programming alongside the show floor and a catwalk-style fashion presentation.
Trade Floor Plus CE
SIOS pairs its exhibit floor with continuing-education programming, letting Southern independent opticians handle both sourcing and licensing requirements in a single trip rather than treating CE as a separate obligation.
A Runway on a Regional Floor
Runway-style presentations are more typically associated with the larger national and international shows, so SIOS's catwalk-style fashion presentation stands out for a regional event of its size — a way to show collections in motion rather than relying solely on a static booth display.
Upcoming Editions
September 11–12, 2026
The Ruthe Jackson Center, Grand Prairie, USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does SIOS serve?
Southern independent opticians and retailers specifically — it's a regional show rather than a national one, centered on the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
When is SIOS held?
Each September, at The Ruthe Jackson Center in Grand Prairie, TX.
Does SIOS include continuing education for opticians?
Yes — SIOS pairs its trade-show floor with continuing-education programming, letting attendees combine sourcing and CE requirements in one trip. Confirm which sessions are CE-accredited in your state directly with SIOS organizers.
Does SIOS have a fashion show?
Yes — SIOS includes a catwalk-style fashion presentation as part of its programming, a format more commonly seen at larger national shows.
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