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Top 10 Grocery Stores Conferences in Winter 2026

Winter has 13 Grocery Stores conferences on the 2026 calendar — the 4th largest count of any season.

Ranked list

10 conferences
  1. PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    RILA LINK Supply Chain Conference

    Feb 21–24, 2026Orlando, FL2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, RILA LINK Supply Chain Conference sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Grocery Stores space. Ticket pricing at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Platinum events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Grocery Stores vertical, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

  2. PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Winter Fancy Food Show

    Jan 17–19, 2026San Francisco, CA10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Given its 10k+ expected attendees, Winter Fancy Food Show has cemented its place as a marquee event in the Grocery Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and the Orbital team rates it in the top tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Grocery Stores vertical, this show is worth a serious look.

  3. SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    AFFI-CON

    Feb 21–24, 2026San Diego, CA1k–2k attendees$$$$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 1k–2k registered participants, AFFI-CON stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Grocery Stores vertical. Registration at $$$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Grocery Stores market, this conference deserves a line item in your event budget.

  4. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    California Grocers Association Symposium

    Jan 11–18, 2026Ko Olina, HI500–1k attendees

    Our take

    Based on 500–1k annual attendees, California Grocers Association Symposium ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Grocery Stores sector. Sales teams working the Grocery Stores vertical, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  5. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Dairy Forum IDFA

    Jan 25–28, 2026Palm Desert, CA1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, Dairy Forum IDFA sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Grocery Stores space. Ticket pricing at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Gold events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Grocery Stores space, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  6. SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    FMI Midwinter Executive Conference

    Chula Vista, CA1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, FMI Midwinter Executive Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Grocery Stores space. Ticket pricing at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Silver events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Grocery Stores space, this conference is worth a serious look.

  7. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    FRUIT LOGISTICA Berlin

    Feb 3–5, 2026Berlin, DE10k+ attendees$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 10k+ registered participants, FRUIT LOGISTICA Berlin stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Grocery Stores vertical. Registration at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Grocery Stores market, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

  8. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Latino Food Show

    Feb 24–25, 2026Las Vegas, NV2k–5k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, Latino Food Show has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Grocery Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Grocery Stores vertical, this show should be on your shortlist.

  9. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    Manifest Logistics Conference

    Feb 8–10, 2026Las Vegas, NV5k–10k attendees$$$$ ticket

    Our take

    With 5k–10k industry professionals on the floor, Manifest Logistics Conference sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Grocery Stores space. Ticket pricing at $$$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Gold events based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Grocery Stores vertical, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.

  10. GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

    NPFDA Convention

    Jan 25–27, 2026Atlanta, GA500–1k attendees$$ ticket

    Our take

    Considering 500–1k registered participants, NPFDA Convention stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Grocery Stores vertical. Registration at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Grocery Stores market, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

Quick reference

All 10 conferences at a glance

ConferenceTier
RILA LINK Supply Chain ConferencePlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Winter Fancy Food ShowPlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
AFFI-CONSilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
California Grocers Association SymposiumGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Dairy Forum IDFAGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
FMI Midwinter Executive ConferenceSilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
FRUIT LOGISTICA BerlinGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Latino Food ShowGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Manifest Logistics ConferenceGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
NPFDA ConventionGoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.

Frequently asked questions

How many Grocery Stores conferences are happening in 2026?

This guide covers 10 Grocery Stores conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.

When is the biggest Grocery Stores event?

RILA LINK Supply Chain Conference is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place Feb 21–24, 2026. Location: Orlando, FL.

What's the cheapest Grocery Stores conference to attend?

FRUIT LOGISTICA Berlin has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Berlin, DE. Expected attendance: approximately 10k+.

Which Grocery Stores events are happening in 2026?

9 of the 10 conferences on this list have confirmed 2026 dates. Check each event above for the latest schedule and registration details.

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