Top 5 Grocery Stores Conferences in the South in Summer 2026

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   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.

   IDDBA Show

   Jun 9–11, 2026·Orlando, FL·10k+ attendees·$$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its 10k+ expected attendees, IDDBA Show has cemented its place as a marquee event in the Grocery Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the top tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Grocery Stores market, the show should be on your shortlist.

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   NRF PROTECT

   Jun 8–10, 2026·Grapevine, TX·2k–5k attendees·$$$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, NRF PROTECT has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Grocery Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Grocery Stores market, the show should be on your shortlist.

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   American Cheese Society Conference

   Jul 7–10, 2026·Louisville, KY·1k–2k attendees·$$ ticket

   Our take

   With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, American Cheese Society Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Grocery Stores space. Ticket pricing at $$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and our team places it among Silver events reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Grocery Stores industry, this event should be on your shortlist.

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   Tennessee Grocers Convention

   Jun 2–4, 2026·Chattanooga, TN·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket

   Our take

   With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, Tennessee Grocers Convention sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Grocery Stores space. Ticket pricing at $$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Silver events reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Grocery Stores industry, this event belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

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   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.

   Viva Fresh Expo

   Aug 18–20, 2026·San Antonio, TX·<500 attendees·$$$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its <500 expected attendees, Viva Fresh Expo has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Grocery Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Grocery Stores market, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

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