Gas station operators looking for conferences in May 2026 have a solid month ahead.
This page covers nine events spanning fuel supply, convenience retail, clean transportation, and petroleum technology. The lineup runs from early May through the end of the month, with most events concentrated in Texas and California. The SIGMA Spring Conference in San Antonio brings together fuel marketers and convenience retailers in early May, while the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston draws upstream and midstream professionals the same week. Whether your focus is fleet electrification, refining operations, or c-store foodservice, there is something on this list worth a flight. Dates, locations, and registration details are pulled together so you can plan travel and budget without hunting across a dozen separate websites.
Ranked list
9 conferences
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May 11–13, 2026·Nashville, TN·5k–10k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 5k–10k industry professionals on the floor, The Car Wash Show sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Gas Stations space. Ticket pricing at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Silver events informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Gas Stations category, this gathering should be on your shortlist.
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Based on 10k+ annual attendees, ACT Expo ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Gas Stations sector. Operators building pipeline in the Gas Stations space, this show deserves a line item in your event budget.
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Given its 500–1k expected attendees, Southern Convenience Show has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Gas Stations industry. Exhibitors focused on the Gas Stations vertical, the show is worth a serious look.
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API Spring Refining Meeting ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Gas Stations sector. Entry at $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Gas Stations space, this gathering is worth a serious look.
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May 6–8, 2026·San Antonio, TX·2k–5k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Considering 2k–5k registered participants, Convenience Foodservice Exchange stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Gas Stations vertical. Registration at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Gas Stations category, this event is worth a serious look.
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May 11–12, 2026·Houston, TX·<500 attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Considering <500 registered participants, E-Fuels Summit stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Gas Stations vertical. Registration at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Gas Stations vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
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May 4–7, 2026·Houston, TX·10k+ attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 10k+ expected attendees, Offshore Technology Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Gas Stations industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Gas Stations market, the show should be on your shortlist.
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SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Ontario Petroleum Institute Conference ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Gas Stations sector. Entry at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Gas Stations vertical, the show 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.
With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, SIGMA Spring Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Gas Stations space. Operators building pipeline in the Gas Stations category, this gathering belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
How many Gas Stations conferences are happening in 2026?
This guide covers 9 Gas Stations conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.
When is the biggest Gas Stations event?
The Car Wash Show is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 5k–10k attendees. It takes place May 11–13, 2026. Location: Nashville, TN.
What's the cheapest Gas Stations conference to attend?
Convenience Foodservice Exchange has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in San Antonio, TX. Expected attendance: approximately 2k–5k.
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