As the world of e-commerce continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it’s essential for brands and in the space to stay updated on trends, meet with industry leaders, and find innovative solutions to grow their businesses. Whether you're an ecommerce retailer that operates on Shopify or dropships from Amazon, there’s an event that can offer valuable insights and networking opportunities.

Here’s a roundup of some of the most exciting e-commerce and retail events happening in 2025:

1. DTC Builders NYC: E-Commerce Founders Happy Hour

• Location: Sour Mouse, 110 Delancey St, New York, NY
• Organizer: DTC Builders NYC
• Dates: Dec. 10 (Recurring)
• Notes: Hosted by DTC Builders NYC, this recurring happy hour is a great opportunity for founders and entrepreneurs in the direct-to-consumer (DTC) space to network in a relaxed setting. The event is aimed at smaller brands and offers the chance to discuss challenges, share strategies, and build community.

2. DTC Live NYC

• Location: NYC (Venue TBA)
• Organizer: Rainy City Consulting LTD
• Dates: TBA
• Notes: Rainy City Consulting, a UK-based DTC consulting agency, is bringing its expertise to the U.S. market with DTC Live NYC. This event promises to focus on news, marketing strategies, and vendor solutions for the DTC sector. Stay tuned for further details as the event’s date and location are finalized.

3. NRF (National Retail Federation) Annual Show 2025

• Location: Javits Center, New York, NY
• Organizer: NRF
• Dates: January 11-14, 2025
• Notes: Known as one of the biggest trade shows in the retail industry, the NRF Annual Show is a must-attend event for anyone in the retail space. While it's enterprise-focused, this event offers fantastic opportunities for suppliers and tech companies to connect with retailers and e-commerce brands. Expect to see innovations in retail technology, e-commerce, and customer experience.

4. New York Fashion Ecommerce Summit

• Location: 151 West 42nd St, New York, NY
• Organizer: RetailSummits
• Dates: January 25, 2025
• Notes: Tailored specifically to the fashion e-commerce sector, the New York Fashion Ecommerce Summit is a boutique-style event that brings together fashion e-commerce experts, brand decision-makers, and solution providers. With a focus on fashion retail trends, digital marketing, and customer acquisition strategies, this summit is perfect for anyone in the fashion retail space looking to stay ahead of the curve.

5. DX3 Canada

• Location: Toronto, CA
• Organizer: DX3
• Dates: March 4-5, 2025
• Notes: DX3 Canada is one of the premier events that explores the future of retail, DTC, and e-commerce in a more resilient and AI-driven world. The event brings together top brands, retailers, tech companies, and agencies to discuss the evolving landscape of commerce. Expect discussions on how technology and innovation are shaping the future of business in the retail and DTC sectors.

6. Adobe Summit

• Location: Las Vegas, NV
• Organizer: Adobe
• Dates: March 17-20, 2025
• Notes: The Adobe Summit is an essential event for digital marketers, especially those working in e-commerce. Adobe’s Marketing Cloud tracks are particularly relevant for e-commerce brands looking to optimize their customer experience, improve personalization, and scale marketing efforts. The event covers everything from content marketing to analytics and automation.

7. ShopTalk 2025

• Location: Las Vegas, NV
• Organizer: ShopTalk
• Dates: March 25-27, 2025
• Notes: While ShopTalk traditionally focuses on retail, it offers plenty of opportunities for e-commerce professionals to learn from tech innovators and solution providers. Attendees can expect to see the latest in retail tech, AI, automation, and logistics solutions, all with a nod to how these innovations impact the broader e-commerce ecosystem.

8. Prosper Show 2025

• Location: Las Vegas, NV
• Organizer: Prosper Show
• Dates: March 25-27, 2025
• Notes: The Prosper Show is an event specifically for e-commerce and marketplace sellers. If you sell products on platforms like Amazon, eBay, or Walmart, this is the place to be. Expect hands-on workshops, educational sessions tailored to improving seller success, and the chance to connect with service providers who can help enhance your profitability.

9. Etail Connect 2025

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Organizer: Etail
• Dates: May 7-9, 2025
• Notes: Etail Connect is one of the premier events for e-commerce sellers, technology providers, and service professionals. The event provides a space for participants to engage in curated networking sessions, attend workshops, and discover innovative solutions to elevate their businesses.

10. Commerce Next Growth Show

• Location: New York, NY
• Organizer: Commerce Next
• Dates: June 24-26, 2025
• Notes: CommerceNext is the go-to event for leaders in digital marketing and e-commerce. This conference focuses on innovative growth strategies, featuring thought leaders and case studies from top DTC brands and retailers. It’s a great opportunity for business owners to learn about scaling their businesses, improving customer engagement, and leveraging the latest digital marketing tools.

11. Ecommerce Expo

• Location: London, UK
• Organizer: Ecommerce Expo UK
• Dates: September 24-25, 2025
• Notes: As the UK’s largest e-commerce event, Ecommerce Expo is the place to be for professionals looking to expand their knowledge of the global e-commerce landscape. The event brings together more than 10,000 e-commerce professionals and 200+ technology providers, offering valuable networking opportunities and educational sessions led by industry experts.

Whether you’re based in North America or Europe, these events offer fantastic opportunities to stay at the forefront of the e-commerce and retail industries. Mark your calendars, plan your travels, and get ready to connect, learn, and grow your business in 2025! As always, Aimerce is dedicated to helping ecommerce brands achieve success online. Sign up for our newsletter to keep updated on the latest news and products that can help your business grow.