The first quarter of the year sets the tone for momentum, innovation, and networking in e‑commerce. From major industry expos in New York to deep‑dive summits in Miami and digital marketing conferences across the country, Q1 is packed with opportunities for DTC, CPG, Shopify, brand leaders, and entrepreneurs to learn, connect, and grow.
Here’s your must‑attend Q1 2026 calendar of in‑person e‑commerce and retail events in the USA, organized chronologically:
NRF Retail’s Big Show 2026
When: January 11–13, 2026
Where: New York City, NY
Tickets / Pricing: From $0 to $3,700+ depending on access level
What to expect: One of the world’s biggest retail and e‑commerce gatherings, packed with keynotes, hands‑on workshops, trend showcases, and solution exhibits. Explore everything from AI and retail tech to omnichannel strategy and consumer insights while connecting with brands from around the globe.
Who Should Attend: Retail and e‑commerce leaders, DTC/CPG founders, Shopify operators, marketing, operations, and analytics professionals.
Ecom Edit: Fashion East 2026
When: January 27, 2026
Where: New York, NY
Tickets / Pricing: Brand tickets ~$200, vendor/solution provider tickets ~$1,500
What to expect: A boutique one‑day event for fashion and apparel e‑commerce leaders exploring strategy, marketing, customer experience, and tech tools. Includes panels, interactive roundtables, and networking designed for brand growth and connection.
Who Should Attend: Fashion DTC and CPG founders, retail operators, marketing teams, Shopify merchants.
Ecommerce Experience Evolution (EEE) Miami 2026
When: February 4–5, 2026
Where: Miami, FL
Tickets / Pricing: Passes ~$950–$2,695.00
What to expect: A retreat‑style e‑commerce conference with strategic sessions and networking in an intimate setting — ideal for discussions around retention, personalization, attribution, and scaling operations.
Who Should Attend: Senior e‑commerce leaders, DTC/CPG brand founders, Shopify entrepreneurs, digital strategy professionals.
Meet Magento Florida 2026
When: February 4–5, 2026
Where: Hollywood, FL
Tickets / Pricing: Estimated $300–$900+
What to expect: A focused Adobe Commerce / Magento‑centric event where merchants, developers, and platform partners dive into strategy, integrations, and community trends. Great for platform‑specific growth and tech insights.
Who Should Attend: Magento and Adobe Commerce merchants, e‑commerce tech teams, platform operators.
eTail West 2026
When: February 23–26, 2026
Where: Palm Springs, CA
Tickets / Pricing: Passes range $899–$4,199+
What to expect: A leading e‑commerce and retail operations conference covering growth strategy, customer experience, omnichannel execution, and marketing optimization. Includes hands‑on sessions and peer networking.
Who Should Attend: Senior e‑commerce leaders, DTC/CPG brand operators, growth teams, Shopify and retail tech professionals.
Prosper Show 2026
When: March 10–12, 2026
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Tickets / Pricing: Estimated $1,000–$1,800+
What to expect: The premier marketplace seller summit focused on Amazon, Walmart, and other sales channels. Deep tactical sessions on product growth, scaling strategies, ad performance, and fulfillment.
Who Should Attend: Amazon and marketplace sellers, brand founders, growth & operations teams.
Shoptalk Spring 2026
When: March 24–26, 2026
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Tickets / Pricing: Typically $1,500–$2,500+
What to expect: One of the largest commerce innovation gatherings in the country, bringing together brands, retailers, tech innovators, and growth strategists to explore retail transformation, omnichannel engagement, and future trends.
Who Should Attend: Retail and DTC executives, CX leaders, brand strategists, e‑commerce innovators.
Final Thoughts
Q1 2026 is packed with in‑person e‑commerce and retail events along the U.S. calendar — from New York’s massive NRF Big Show to Florida’s strategic summits and Las Vegas’ marketplace and retail tech power plays. These gatherings are essential for DTC, CPG, brand, Shopify, entrepreneur, brand leader, e‑commerce, ecom events, and retail professionals who want to learn from leaders, connect with peers, and push their business forward.
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