Top 8 Liquor Stores Conferences in May 2026

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   Craft Beverage Expo

   May 14–15, 2026·1k–2k attendees·$$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its 1k–2k expected attendees, Craft Beverage Expo has cemented its place as a marquee event in the Liquor Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, 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 Liquor Stores market, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.

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   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.

   USA Trade Tasting

   May 20–20, 2026·Chicago, IL·2k–5k attendees

   Our take

   With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, USA Trade Tasting sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Liquor Stores space. For teams targeting the Liquor Stores industry, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.

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   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.

   Vinexpo Asia

   May 26–28, 2026·Hong Kong, HK·10k+ attendees·$ ticket

   Our take

   Based on 10k+ annual attendees, Vinexpo Asia ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Liquor Stores sector. Entry at $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Liquor Stores space, this gathering deserves a line item in your event budget.

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   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.

   Wine South America

   May 12–14, 2026·Bento Gonçalves, BR·2k–5k attendees·$ ticket

   Our take

   Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, Wine South America ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Liquor Stores sector. Entry at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Liquor Stores vertical, the show is worth a serious look.

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   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.

   World Expo of Beer

   May 15–16, 2026·Frankenmuth, MI·10k+ attendees·$ ticket

   Our take

   Based on 10k+ annual attendees, World Expo of Beer ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Liquor Stores sector. Entry at $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Liquor Stores industry, this show is worth a serious look.

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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.

   Expo Tequila & Mezcal

   May 23–23, 2026·Dallas, TX·500–1k attendees·$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its 500–1k expected attendees, Expo Tequila & Mezcal has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Liquor Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Liquor Stores industry, this event merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

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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.

   National Association of Wine Retailers Summit 2026

   May 27–28, 2026·New York, NY·<500 attendees

   Our take

   Given its <500 expected attendees, National Association of Wine Retailers Summit 2026 has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Liquor Stores industry. If you're selling into the Liquor Stores space, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.

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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.

   New York International Wine Competition

   May 15–15, 2026·New York, NY·<500 attendees·$ ticket

   Our take

   Given its <500 expected attendees, New York International Wine Competition has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Liquor Stores industry. Attendance pricing of $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Liquor Stores industry, this event merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.

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