blade show... equivalent?

[SpartanSaint]

I'm seeing a lot of talk, hype and excitement for blade, but Atlanta's a ways away from Duluth Minnesnowta...

Is anyone aware of major blade equivalent shows that would grace my part of the world in the foreseeable future? I figure Minneapolis is probably the closest I can hope for And realistically the farthest I can afford to travel. Google was fruitless on such a specific query

Thanks guys!