Retail Industry Calendar
December 7th – 2023
PAVE Gala
The PAVE Gala is an opportunity to connect with industry friends and celebrate everything that’s most special about retail design, retail planning and visual merchandising. It’s a showcase for the very best work produced by these students, bringing them to the attention of some of the biggest names in the industry.
During: December 7th 2023
Location: The IAC Building, 555 West 18th Street, New York, NY
January 8th – 9th 2024
Magic Miami
A new, immediates-focused women’s market event showcasing an inspirational selection of trend, young contemporary, modern sportswear, footwear, accessories, home, gift, & beauty brands.
During: January 8th – 9th 2024
Location: Miami Beach Convention Centre
January 13th – 16th 2024
NRF 2024
NRF 2024 is a retail tradeshow that brings together more than 6,200 brands from around the globe to New York City for three days of learning, collaboration and discovery.
During: January 13th – 16th 2024
Location: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, NYC
January 16th 2024
The 26th Markopoulos Award and Presentation of the 2023 Award
The 2023 Annual Award Presented by The Markopoulos Circle and Past Award Recipients.
During: January 16th 2024
Location: Ralph Pucci International, 44 West 18th Street,
Penthouse, New York
January 21st- 24th 2024
StorePoint Retail
StorePoint Retail is an executive level event for specialty and big box chains to connect with suppliers to innovate the shopping experience. The event provides an intimate and focused forum designed to maximize productivity for retail and supplier executives seeking to innovate and expand their relationships and business.
During: January 21st – 24th 2024
Location: San Diego, CA
January 23rd – 25th 2024
The Toy Fair
The Toy Fair, the UK’s premier event for toys, games, and hobbies. Hosted at the illustrious Olympia London, this annual trade show is an unmissable event in the industry calendar.
During: 23rd – 25th, 2024
Location: Olympia London
January 24th – 26th 2024
Retail Fest
Welcome to the Retail Fest Global Community, where e-commerce and traditional retail businesses converge to create a powerful global network that’s reshaping the commerce landscape.
During: 24th – 26th 2024
Location: San Diego, CA
January 28th – 30th 2024
Retail CEO Forum
Retailers are relying on RILA more than ever to influence public and private sector actions, to provide forums and networks for retailers to share challenges and solutions, and to deliver crucial information on a wide range of issues affecting the industry.
During: January 28th – 30th 2024
Location: Tucson, Arizona
February 4th – 7th 2024
NY Now
NY NOW, produced twice annually, is a trade-only wholesale marketplace for retail buyers seeking design-driven innovation and on-trend style.
During: February 4th- 7th 2024
Location: Jacob Javits Center, NY
February 4th – 7th 2024
Spring Fair
As THE sourcing destination for the retail industry, Spring Fair showcases the latest products and gives you insight into current retail trends, whatever sector you’re in.
During: February 4th – 7th 2024
Location: NEC Birmingham , UK
February 5th – 9th 2024
ICBA Conference
Since 1927, the Independent College Bookstore Association (ICBA) has been focused exclusively on serving institutionally-affiliated college store Members.
During: February 5th -9th 2024
Location: Denver, CO
February 13th -15th 2024
MAGIC Las Vegas
MAGIC Las Vegas is a high-energy fashion experience and home to the largest selection of trend, young contemporary, modern sportswear, footwear, and accessories brands in the industry.
During: February 13th – 15th 2024
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
February 20th – 22nd 2024
MAGIC New York
A women’s East Coast market event featuring trend, young contemporary, modern sportswear, footwear and accessories categories, spanning accessible to moderate price points.
During: February 20th – 22nd 2024
Location: Jacob Javits Center, NY
February 25th – 28th 2024
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LINK: The Retail Supply Chain Conference is the only dedicated supply chain event built by and for retailers, grocers, and product manufacturers—with a conference program developed by a steering committee comprised of leading supply chain executives.
During: February 25th – 28th 2024
Location: Dallas , TX
February 25th – 28th 2024
StorePoint Fashion
StorePoint Fashion is an executive level Event for all Fashion retail to connect with Suppliers to innovate the shopping experience.
During: February 25th – 28th 2024
Location: Frisco, TX
February 26th – 29th 2024
eTail
Serving as the hub for cutting-edge eCommerce and digital marketing strategies. Here, you’ll experience the transformation of insights from leading retailers into actionable “how-to’s” that breathe life into your business.
During: February 26th – 29th 2024
Location: Palm Springs
February 28th- March 2nd 2024
Seasons
Taking place at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), SEASONS | Spring is gearing up to showcase product introductions covering a wide range of categories, including Costume & Base Metal Jewellery, Stainless Steel Jewellery plus more…
During: February 28th- March 2nd 2024
Location: HKSAR, China
March 4th – 6th 2024
Prosper Show
Prosper Show is where established marketplace sellers (Amazon, Walmart, and beyond) network, connect, and learn how to make their businesses more profitable.
During: March 4th – 6th 2024
Location: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas
March 5th-8th, 2024
ECF Live
Meet the People Who Can Help You the Most. That’s why we do a first-timer VIP party to introduce you to fellow members, set you up with dinner groups and more. Let us introduce you to your new best friends in eCommerce.
During: March 5th-8th 2024
Location: New Orleans
March 10th – 13th 2024
ASD Market Week
Our show is held twice a year in Las Vegas. At ASD, the world’s widest variety of general merchandise and consumer products comes together in one efficient four day shopping experience. On the show floor, retailers of all sizes discover quality choices at every price point.
During: March 10th – 13th 2024
Location: Las Vegas, NV
March 16th – 24th 2024
The Inspired Home Show
The Inspired Home Show features thousands of product categories across the entire home + housewares industry.
During: March 16th – 24th 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
March 17th – 20th 2024
ShopTalk
Shoptalk is where thousands of retail changemakers come together every year to create the future of retail. The Shoptalk agenda covers the latest technologies, trends and business models, as well as the rapid transformation of what consumers discover, shop for and buy—everything ranging from apparel and electronics to beauty and grocery.
During: March 17th – 20th 2024
Location: Las Vegas, NV
March 25th – 28th 2024
MRC Vegas
Explore the leading destination for networking and learning in the field of payments and fraud management. Join us at the upcoming MRC Vegas conference, the foremost event for professionals in the payments and fraud prevention industry.
During: March 25th – 28th 2024
Location: Las Vegas, NV
April 3rd -4th 2024
MAGIC Nashville
Bringing a preview of MAGIC into a new, and emerging market, MAGIC Nashville showcases a curated assortment of brands and products at price points from accessible to moderate with top selling categories including women’s sportswear, young contemporary and more.
During: April 3rd -4th 2024
Location: Music City Center, Nashville
April 9th-11th 2024
Shop! Marketplace
This is a must-attend opportunity to connect with industry peers in a uniquely sophisticated and experiential setting. What do consumers want from retail? How can we adapt to meet those changing expectations? What role will leading brands play in retail evolution? Join us at Shop! MarketPlace 2024 to explore what it means to create memorable experiences at retail!
During: April 9th-11th 2024
Location: Cincinnati, OH
April 14th – 17th 2024
Retail Asset Protection Conference
Asset protection professionals are increasingly being called upon to tackle complex challenges essential to retail success. We’re on the front lines combatting a surge in organized retail crime and other threats to employee and customer safety, but we’re also on the cutting edge of new technology.
During: April 14th-17th, 2024
Location: Dallas, TX
April 16th – 17th 2024
VM and Display Show
Whether you are a retailer, designer, in the leisure and entertainment industry or in fact use visual merchandising to promote your products or services in any way, this Show is a must visit!
During: April 16th – 17th 2024
Location: Business Design centre, London
April 16th – 18th, 2024
World Retail Congress
In 2024, the World Retail Congress will make its return, bringing together over 800 prominent figures in the retail industry for the purpose of learning, networking, and crafting strategies for the year ahead and beyond.
During: April 16th – 18th, 2024
Location: Paris Etoile, France
April 29th-May 1st, 2024
Women in Retail Summit
In its 10th year, the Women in Retail Leadership Summit has evolved from an event into a movement. We’re breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and creating an environment that empowers women across the retail landscape.
During: April 29th-May 1st, 2024
Location: Phoenix, AZ
May 1st-3rd, 2024
Analytics Unite
In the ever-evolving world of retail and consumer products, the imperative to unify data and understand analytics has never been more vital. The potential for analytics to fuel a quantum leap in commerce is boundless, with opportunities spilling across both industries.
During: May 1st – 3rd 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
May 5th- 8th 2024
C-Store Point
C-StorePoint brings together Convenience Retail and Supplier executives to discuss innovation for the in-store experience, interior design, merchandising, fixturing, equipment and foodservice.
During: May 5th – 8th 2024
Location: San Antonio, TX
April 29th-May 1st, 2024
Women in Retail Summit
In its 10th year, the Women in Retail Leadership Summit has evolved from an event into a movement. We’re breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and creating an environment that empowers women across the retail landscape.
During: April 29th-May 1st, 2024
Location: Phoenix, AZ
May 1st-3rd, 2024
Analytics Unite
In the ever-evolving world of retail and consumer products, the imperative to unify data and understand analytics has never been more vital. The potential for analytics to fuel a quantum leap in commerce is boundless, with opportunities spilling across both industries.
During: May 1st – 3rd 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
May 5th- 8th 2024
C-Store Point
C-StorePoint brings together Convenience Retail and Supplier executives to discuss innovation for the in-store experience, interior design, merchandising, fixturing, equipment and foodservice.
During: May 5th – 8th 2024
Location: San Antonio, TX
May 6th – 8th 2024
eTail Connect East
eTail Connect is a private, invitation-only event customized for 75 senior eCommerce and Digital Marketing leaders from top retailers and brands.
During: May 6th – 8th 2024
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
May 18th-21st, 2024
National Restaurant Show
Join us at The National Restaurant Show, May 18 – 21, 2024 in Chicago and be a part of the largest gathering of foodservice professionals in the Western hemisphere, with more resources, information and connection opportunities than any other industry event.
During: May 18th-21st, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
May 19th- 21st 2024
The International Contemporary Furniture Fair
The International Contemporary Furniture Fair, held at New York City’s Javits Center, is North America’s major platform for global design. With a selection of both established and emerging designers, the ICFF delivers a selection of the globe’s finest.
During: May 19th – 21st 2024
Location: New York, NY
May 20th – 22nd 2024
CMRC
Well over half of Fortune 500 Retail Brands have presented at CRMC during our 29-year history. Expect to hear from an impressive list of 20 Brands each and every year.
During: May 20th – 22nd 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
May 21st – 23rd 2024
Licensing Expo
Licensing Expo is the only global event to bring together thousands of brands under one roof and enable conversations that help bring the brands we love to the world in new and meaningful ways.
During: May 21st – 23rd 2024
Location: Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas
May 20th-22nd, 2024
IRX & eDX
Where digital leaders, eCommerce heads, CX experts, business leaders, developers and architects explore the digital tools and innovation changing the face of modern commerce.
During: May 22nd- march 23rd 2024
Location: Birmingham UK
June 3rd – 5th, 2024
Future Stores
Future Stores has been a leader in the retail store space and this year, we’re bringing the excitement to a brand-new location! We’re gathering senior retail executives in operations, design, digital, and technology and we can’t wait to see the community together again!
During: June 3rd – 5th 2024
Location: Los Angeles, CA
June 3rd – 5th, 2024
Fira Gran Via, Barcelona
Uniting the world’s biggest and most influential retailers and brands with the industry’s boldest technology companies to equip themselves with the tools, skills and connections to gain and maintain the upper hand, drive growth and reimagine digital innovations in store and online.
During: June 3rd – 5th 2024
Location: Fira Gran Via, Barcelona
June 4th – 6th, 2024
Retail Innovation Conference & Expo
Get ready for a conference brimming with valuable insights. At the Retail Innovation Conference and Expo 2024, you’ll have access to a diverse selection of experiences.
During: June 4th – 6th, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
June 4rd – 6th, 2024
NRF Protect
At this event, retail loss prevention, asset protection, cybersecurity, digital fraud and risk management professionals come together to stay informed, benchmark, exchange ideas, forge powerful alliances and uncover the latest tools that prevent harm to customers, colleagues and brands.
During: June 4rd – 6th, 2024
Location: Long Beach, CA
June 5th – 6th 2024
JCK
As the industry’s largest and most renowned jewelry trade event in the world, JCK is the leading global gathering. With over 30,000 industry professionals from over 130 countries, it’s a global gathering of the people, products and innovation covering all major facets of the jewelry industry.
During: June 5th – 6th 2024
Location: Las Vegas, NV
June 5th – 6th 2024
Home Delivery World
Home Delivery World USA has evolved to encompass every aspect of the retail logistics and supply chain process, starting from inventory management and fulfillment in the warehouse to delivery and the customer experience at the final destination.
During: June 5th – 6th 2024
Location: Philadelphia, PA
June 11th – 13th 2024
Ecommerce Growth Show
Join our community of trailblazers and change-makers to focus on the future of digital commerce and share the latest strategies for retail and ecommerce growth. This year, we’re expanding our content to discuss technology and the intersection of physical retail and digital. We’re also adding a 3rd day to bring you even more content!
During: June 11th-13th, 2024
Location: Philadelphia, PA
June 16th- 19th, 2024
Sub Summit
Be a part of the largest event that gathers leaders and rising stars alike within the subscription, membership and recurring revenue sector. Three days of industry moments highlighting lessons learned, successes and future innovations.
During:June 16th – 19th 2024
Location: Dallas, TX
June 17th – 19th 2024
Outdoor Retailer
Outdoor Retailer serves the worldwide active outdoor recreation business community. Core exhibitors are manufacturers and retailers that produce/sell gear, apparel, footwear, accessories and services for pursuits in the natural environment.
During: June 17th – 19th 2024
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
June 20th – 21st 2024
Commerce Next
JSpeakers from leading retailers, DTC brands and innovative tech companies including executives from Anthropologie, Domino’s, Forever 21, Coach, L’Oreal, Walmart, Build-A-Bear, Solo Brands, DSW and many more!
During: June 20th – 21st 2024
Location: New York, NY
July 21st – 24th 2024
Home and Gift
With over 60 years of being the industry’s favourite summer sourcing event, this year has been nothing short of amazing! This year we welcomed thousands of you over four fabulous days of buying, networking and of course summer socialising in the picturesque Harrogate.
During:July 21st – 24th 2024
Location: Harrogate, UK
August 5th- 6th 2024
Stimulate
Connecting retailers with vendors that support sexual wellness across categories that include personal care, pleasure products, lingerie and intimate apparel, sexual health and more.
During: August 5th – 6th 2024
Location: Nashville, TN
August 12th- 15th 2024
eTail Boston
Over four days, you’ll have the chance to hear from some of the most successful retailers in America and learn how they’ve boosted their profits with disruptive strategies and innovative ideas.
During: August 12th – 15th 2024
Location: Boston, MA
September 17th -19th, 2024
Paris Retail Week
Paris Retail Week 2024, the leading event for omnichannel commerce, will bring together professionals from the world of digital retail and marketing in September 2024, with a twofold aim: offer them a groundbreaking trade fair experience, invite them to discover practical solutions, innovations and tools for developing their business.
During:September 17th -19th, 2024
Location: Paris Expo, Porte De Versailles
October 7th -9th, 2024
Groceryshop
Groceryshop covers the evolution of grocery retailers (supermarkets, mass merchants, convenience stores, drug stores, club/warehouse stores, discount stores and ecommerce players) as well as the rapid changes in the production and distribution of consumer products.
During: October 7th -9th, 2024
Location: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas
October 8th- 10th 2024
Shoptalk Fall
Shoptalk will be landing in Chicago. Shoptalk Fall will set the industry narrative by bringing the most innovative brands in retail into the spotlight; and facilitating tens of thousands more connections.
During: October 8th- 10th 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
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