Global E-Commerce & Affiliate Events 2026

January

2 events

NRF 2026 — Retail's Big ShowVisit site ↗

Jan 11–13New York, USA

The world's largest retail event. Tens of thousands of attendees, hundreds of exhibitors, and the most influential voices in retail and commerce.

Global

Savant BerlinVisit site ↗

Jan 22Berlin, Germany

Strategy event for retail and ecommerce leaders in the DACH region. Digital growth, customer experience, and retail technology.

Europe

February

5 events

EEE Miami — Experience, Evolution & EcommerceTop PickVisit site ↗

Feb 4–5Miami, FL, USA

Exclusive, intimate summit for DTC founders and ecommerce operators. Performance marketing, brand building, and high-quality networking at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne.

DTC / Brand

Savant eCommerce LondonVisit site ↗

Feb 10London, UK

Senior UK ecommerce leaders focused on digital growth, customer experience, and retail technology.

Europe

E-commerce Berlin Expo — 10th AnniversaryTop PickVisit site ↗

Feb 17–18Messe Berlin, Germany

Germany's leading B2B ecommerce event. 14,000+ visitors, 150 speakers, 340 exhibitors. Payments, logistics, CRO, personalization, and marketplaces. The best EU event for partners and suppliers.

EuropeDTC / Brand

Sellers SummitTop PickVisit site ↗

FebFort Lauderdale, FL, USA

3-day intensive workshop for ecommerce entrepreneurs. Real tactics on building influential brands and scaling to 6–8 figures. Not a typical conference — actionable all the way.

DTC / Brand

eTail Palm SpringsVisit site ↗

Feb 23–26Palm Springs, CA, USA

Senior-level DTC brands and retail growth teams. Tactical CRO, retention, and omnichannel workshops. Closed-door roundtables for senior leaders.

DTC / Brand

March

4 events

Affiliate World Global — Dubai (AWG)Must Attend✦ Resub will be thereVisit site ↗

Mar 4–5Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE

The #1 performance marketing & ecommerce conference in the world. 7,000+ attendees from 110+ countries, 300+ advertisers and networks on the expo floor. Affiliate marketing, DTC scaling, paid ads (Meta/Google/TikTok), AI in media buying. The place where top media buyers and ecommerce entrepreneurs close deals.

Affiliate WorldDTC / BrandGlobal

Shoptalk Spring 2026Top PickVisit site ↗

Mar 24–26Las Vegas, NV, USA

One of the most exciting retail industry events globally. 200+ speakers from the world's most innovative retailers. Curated 1:1 matched meetings. Ideal for DTC brands, retail innovators, and marketplace & growth teams.

DTC / BrandGlobal

Webwinkel Vakdagen UtrechtVisit site ↗

Mar 25Utrecht, Netherlands

Dutch ecommerce conference and expo. Online retail, digital marketing, and logistics.

Europe

eTail Connect BeneluxVisit site ↗

Mar 31Amsterdam, Netherlands

Invite-only forum for senior Benelux ecommerce leaders. Benchmark strategies and meet curated solution partners.

Europe

April

5 events

Billion Dollar Seller SummitTop PickVisit site ↗

Apr 8Nashville, TN, USA

Mastermind event exclusively for top marketplace and ecommerce sellers. Focused on scaling revenue and operations to the highest level.

DTC / Brand

Asia Vending and Smart Retail ExpoVisit site ↗

Apr 9Guangzhou, China

Trade show covering smart retail, unattended retail, and digital retail technology across Asia.

Global

Adobe SummitVisit site ↗

Apr 19–22Las Vegas, NV, USA

Generative AI, personalization at scale, brand amplification and commerce. Ideal for marketing leaders, CX architects, and enterprise brands.

DTC / Brand

Grow LA SpringTop PickVisit site ↗

Apr 23Los Angeles, CA, USA

Growth-focused event for ecommerce and DTC brands. Acquisition and retention tactics. Top brands like Vuori, Lululemon, and MeUndies in attendance. Curated 1:1 meetings.

DTC / Brand

eComm Live ConferenceVisit site ↗

Apr 28Belfast, UK

Ecommerce conference for UK and Ireland. Digital strategy, performance, and retail partnerships.

Europe

May

6 events

B2B Online ChicagoVisit site ↗

May 4–6Chicago, IL, USA

Conference for B2B manufacturers and distributors. Ecommerce, digital marketing, and customer portals.

Global

eTail TorontoVisit site ↗

May 4Toronto, Canada

Canadian edition of eTail. Retailers and brands discussing ecommerce and customer loyalty.

DTC / Brand

Converge AfricaVisit site ↗

May 5Cape Town, South Africa

Multi-track event on digital commerce, payments, and retail technology in Africa.

Global

Seamless Digital Commerce — Middle EastVisit site ↗

May 12Dubai, UAE

Regional event for ecommerce, fintech, and retail technology across the Middle East and North Africa.

Global

SubSummit — DTC Subscription ConferenceTop PickVisit site ↗

May 13–15Kansas City, MO, USA

The world's leading conference for DTC subscription businesses. 100+ speakers from ecommerce, media, SaaS, streaming, and retail. 2,000+ attendees.

DTC / Brand

Retail Day Latin AmericaVisit site ↗

May 13Buenos Aires, Argentina

Regional retail and ecommerce event for Latin American brands and technology providers.

Global

June

7 events

Glossy eCommerce SummitTop PickVisit site ↗

Jun 1Miami Beach, FL, USA

Summit for fashion, beauty, and DTC brands. Ecommerce growth, digital experience, and customer retention. Hosted at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach.

DTC / Brand

WCA eCommerce Solutions ConferenceVisit site ↗

Jun 6–8Barcelona, Spain

Global ecommerce leaders and courier professionals. Cross-border logistics, last-mile innovation, and sustainability.

EuropeGlobal

Shoptalk EuropeTop PickVisit site ↗

Jun 9–11Barcelona, Spain

European edition of Shoptalk. High-level gathering for senior retail and ecommerce leaders. The top European network for retail and DTC brands.

EuropeDTC / Brand

K5 Future Retail ConferenceVisit site ↗

Jun 23Berlin, Germany

Top German ecommerce and retail conference. Future retail, DTC brands, and marketplaces. Startup tickets available.

EuropeDTC / Brand

CommerceNext Growth ShowTop PickVisit site ↗

Jun 23–24New York, NY, USA

2,500+ attendees focused on ecommerce growth. Performance marketing, LTV, email, SMS, attribution. VIP brand-to-brand networking. Ideal for DTC founders and growth marketers.

DTC / Brand

Digital Retail Summit NSWVisit site ↗

Jun 17Sydney, Australia

Summit for Australian retail leaders scaling ecommerce, digital marketing, and omnichannel experiences.

Global

NRF Retail's Big Show — Asia PacificVisit site ↗

Jun (TBC)Asia Pacific

Regional NRF event for retailers and brands across APAC. Ecommerce, store innovation, and data strategy.

Global

July

5 events

Affiliate World Europe — Budapest (AWE)Must Attend✦ Resub will be thereVisit site ↗

Jul 9–10Budapest, Hungary

The premier European edition of Affiliate World. 7,000+ attendees, 300+ advertisers and traffic sources on the marketplace floor, 20+ hours of expert content. Niche-focused mixers, workshops, and official parties. The best event in Europe for performance marketers, media buyers, DTC founders, and dropshippers.

Affiliate WorldEuropeDTC / Brand

Seamless East AfricaVisit site ↗

Jul 7Nairobi, Kenya

Regional event for ecommerce, fintech, and retail technology across East African markets.

Global

RetailNOWVisit site ↗

Jul 26–28Las Vegas, NV, USA

Annual conference for point-of-sale and retail technology professionals. POS systems, payments, and retail operations for independent retailers and solution providers.

Global

Online Retailer Conference & ExpoTop PickVisit site ↗

Jul 22ICC Sydney, Australia

Australia's leading ecommerce and online retail conference. Tech, logistics, marketplace strategies, and DTC growth. Strong focus on Amazon, Shopify, and fulfilment. The go-to event for APAC ecommerce.

GlobalDTC / Brand

B2B eCommerce World Asia PacificVisit site ↗

Jul 28Melbourne, Australia

APAC-focused event for B2B brands building ecommerce channels and digital customer portals.

Global

August

3 events

eTail EastTop PickVisit site ↗

Aug 10–12Boston, MA, USA

Perfect mid-year check-in for Q4 planning. Tactics, case studies, and execution strategies. CMOs, CTOs, VPs and Directors from leading DTC and retail brands. Covers growth at the intersection of physical and digital retail.

DTC / Brand

ASD Market WeekVisit site ↗

Aug 25–27Las Vegas, NV, USA

One of the largest wholesale merchandise trade shows in the US. 2,000+ exhibitors across general merchandise, apparel, beauty, and consumer goods. Strong for sourcing and supplier discovery.

GlobalDTC / Brand

Seamless North AfricaVisit site ↗

Aug (TBC)Cairo, Egypt

Conference and expo for ecommerce, payments, and digital banking solutions in North Africa.

Global

September

6 events

Affiliate World Americas — Cancún (NEW 2026)Must Attend✦ Resub will be thereVisit site ↗

Sep 7–8Cancún, Mexico

Brand new edition of Affiliate World launching in 2026. Same DNA as Dubai and Europe: top affiliate marketers, ecommerce entrepreneurs, media buyers, and traffic sources. AI in creative optimization, DTC scaling, upsell funnels, retargeting. First-mover opportunity in the Americas market.

Affiliate WorldDTC / BrandGlobal

GroceryshopTop PickVisit site ↗

Sep 22–24Las Vegas, NV, USA

The leading event for grocery, CPG, and food retail innovation. 450+ tech companies, senior executives from top grocery brands and retailers. Strong for DTC food & beverage brands and consumer goods. Strategy, product discovery, and deal-making in one place.

DTC / BrandGlobal

DMEXCOTop PickVisit site ↗

Sep 23–24Messe Cologne, Germany

Europe's leading digital marketing & tech event. 40,000+ visitors, 800+ speakers, 200+ hours of content. Dedicated "World of Commerce" track covering payments, shop tech, social commerce, and retail media. The biggest EU digital marketing gathering of the year.

EuropeDTC / BrandGlobal

White Label World Expo — Las VegasVisit site ↗

Sep 23–24Las Vegas, NV, USA

Deal-driven sourcing event for entrepreneurs and ecommerce sellers. 200+ exhibitors — manufacturers, wholesalers, and private label suppliers across beauty, tech, wellness, and consumer goods. Ideal for dropshippers and brand builders looking to source products.

DTC / Brand

Nashville eCommerce SummitVisit site ↗

Sep 29 – Oct 1Nashville, TN, USA

The largest regional ecommerce conference in the US. Strategy, marketing, operations, and customer experience. Boutique-style format with panel discussions, workshops, and strong peer networking for ecommerce professionals.

DTC / Brand

Paris Retail WeekVisit site ↗

Sep (TBC)Paris, France

Europe's biggest offline and online commerce melting pot — also known as NRF's Big Show Europe. 15,000+ professionals. Plenary conferences, full exhibitor floor, and top European retail decision-makers and investors.

EuropeGlobal

October

4 events

Retail Technology ShowVisit site ↗

Oct (TBC)London, UK

UK's leading retail technology event. Free for retailers and consumer brands. Innovation in payments, CX, supply chain, and AI. Top UK and European retail brands in attendance.

EuropeDTC / Brand

NetSuite SuiteWorldVisit site ↗

Oct 26–29Las Vegas, NV, USA

Oracle NetSuite's annual customer and partner conference. Cloud ERP, commerce, and financial management for brands with complex operations.

Global

Shoptalk Fall / GROW NYTop PickVisit site ↗

Oct (TBC)New York, NY, USA

Curated ecommerce conference with relevant networking and actionable insights. DTC founders, ecommerce operators, and retail leaders. VIP dinners, brand networking, and hands-on workshops. Strong community atmosphere.

DTC / Brand

White Label World Expo — FrankfurtVisit site ↗

Oct (TBC)Frankfurt, Germany

European edition of the private label sourcing event. Manufacturers, wholesalers, and suppliers across all major product categories. Great for dropshippers and brand owners scouting European suppliers.

EuropeDTC / Brand

November

4 events

B2B Online IndianapolisVisit site ↗

Nov 2–3Indianapolis, IN, USA

Conference for B2B ecommerce brands and unified commerce experts. Manufacturers and distributors focused on digital channels and customer portals.

Global

Smart Retail Tech ExpoVisit site ↗

Nov 11–12Las Vegas, NV, USA

Focused on retail AI, automation, and smart store technology. Practical sessions on how retailers are deploying tech to drive conversion and efficiency.

Global

D-Congress — Future RetailTop PickVisit site ↗

Nov (TBC)Gothenburg, Sweden

Northern Europe's premier retail event. 4,000+ innovators, decision-makers, and changemakers shaping the future of commerce. The go-to event for Scandinavian and Northern European ecommerce leaders.

EuropeDTC / Brand

ChannelX WorldVisit site ↗

Nov (TBC)London, UK

UK's leading conference for million-pound merchants selling on marketplaces, social platforms, and DTC channels. Real-world case studies and marketplace scaling tactics.

EuropeDTC / Brand

December

3 events

B2B Online Europe — BerlinVisit site ↗

Dec 2–3Berlin, Germany

Europe's senior-level ecommerce and digital marketing event for B2B manufacturers and distributors. Digital strategy, customer portals, and unified commerce for enterprise brands.

EuropeGlobal

Affiliate World Asia — Bangkok (AWA)Must Attend✦ Resub will be thereVisit site ↗

Dec 9–10Bangkok, Thailand

The year-end finale for affiliate marketing and ecommerce. 7,000+ attendees from 110+ countries, 210+ advertisers and traffic sources, 35+ speakers across two stages. AI in creative optimization, social ads (Meta/TikTok/Snap), and DTC scaling. Happy hours, rooftop events, and an unmissable industry nightlife. Close 2026 strong with deals heading into 2027.

Affiliate WorldDTC / BrandGlobal

Salesforce DreamforceVisit site ↗

Dec (TBC)San Francisco, CA, USA

One of the world's largest tech and commerce conferences. 40,000+ attendees. AI in CRM, personalization, ecommerce automation, and customer data platforms. Essential for DTC and enterprise brands running on Salesforce Commerce Cloud.

GlobalDTC / Brand

Global E-Commerce & Affiliate Events 2026

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