The Asia‑Pacific region is one of the fastest‑growing markets in global commerce — characterized by dynamic consumer behavior, cross‑border marketplaces, and rapid digital transformation. For e‑commerce entrepreneurs, DTC and CPG brand leaders, Shopify operators, and retail professionals, attending APAC events is a powerful way to tap into emerging innovations, build networks, and scale your business across borders.
Here’s your 2026 APAC e‑commerce and retail events calendar:
eTail Asia 2026 — Singapore
When: March 24–25, 2026
Where: Equarius Hotel, Sentosa, Singapore
Tickets / Pricing: Typically paid passes (~US$899+ or similar) — pricing varies by access.
What to expect: One of the premier retail and e‑commerce summits in APAC, bringing together CEOs, Heads of eCommerce, CMOs, and digital marketing leaders to share strategies on omnichannel growth, retail media, customer experience, and innovative tech.
Who Should Attend: Brand founders, DTC/CPG leadership, Shopify merchants, digital marketers, retail tech teams.
NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show Asia Pacific — Singapore
When: June 2–4, 2026
Where: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Tickets / Pricing: Paid passes (varies by access level).
What to expect: APAC’s flagship retail expo and conference hosted by the National Retail Federation, featuring thought leadership sessions, expo floors, and innovation showcases focused on the region’s fast‑evolving commerce landscape. With thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors, this event is a must‑attend for global and regional insights.
Who Should Attend: Retail and e‑commerce leaders, omnichannel strategists, data and AI specialists, brand executives.
Retail Asia Conference & Expo 2026 — Hong Kong, SAR
When: September 1–3, 2026
Where: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tickets / Pricing: Paid passes
What to expect: A major retail show with product showcases, innovation labs, seminars, and networking — focused on retail technology, consumer experience, and e‑commerce solutions across the Asia‑Pacific region.
Who Should Attend: Retail and e‑commerce leaders, digital transformation teams, CX and operations professionals.
B2B eCommerce World Asia Pacific 2026 — Melbourne, Australia
When: July 28–29, 2026
Where: Pullman Hotel, Melbourne, VIC
Tickets / Pricing: Paid conference passes.
What to expect: A hands‑on, practitioner‑led summit focused on B2B digital commerce transformation, blending strategy and execution workshops, networking, and a deep dive into advancing digital journeys across manufacturing, distribution, and channel partners.
Who Should Attend: B2B brand leaders, digital transformation directors, commercial and e‑commerce teams.
Final Thoughts
APAC’s 2026 event calendar is rich with in‑person e‑commerce and retail gatherings that provide strategic insights, community connections, and thought leadership tailored to the region’s rapid growth. From retail innovation and omnichannel strategy at NRF APAC to network‑driven summits like eTail Asia and region‑wide expos in Hong Kong, these events are invaluable for DTC, CPG, brand, Shopify, entrepreneur, brand leader, e‑commerce, ecom events, and retail professionals looking to expand their horizons and operations across Asia‑Pacific markets.
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