October 2026 is one of the busiest months of the year for gas stations and petroleum industry events.
This page covers nine conferences worth knowing about, selected because they span the full range of the industry, from retail fuel operations to upstream refining and supply chain. The NACS Show in Las Vegas is the anchor event of the month, drawing convenience and fuel retailers for product sourcing, vendor meetings, and operational benchmarking. The forecourttech Conference in Alicante brings a more focused lens on forecourt technology and payment infrastructure, useful if that side of the business is a current priority. Regional events like the North Dakota Petroleum Marketers Convention round out the list for operators who want proximity over scale. Whether your focus is procurement, technology, or association networking, this guide gives you the dates, locations, and enough context to decide what's worth your time in October.
Ranked list
9 conferences
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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.
Oct 26–27, 2026·Ponte Vedra Beach, FL·500–1k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Based on 500–1k annual attendees, Florida Petroleum Marketers Annual Meeting ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Gas Stations 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 Gas Stations vertical, the show should be on your shortlist.
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Oct 8–9, 2026·Houston, TX·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, International Refining & Petrochemical Conference sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Gas Stations space. Ticket pricing at $$ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Gold events reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Gas Stations industry, this event should be on your shortlist.
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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.
Oct 6–9, 2026·Las Vegas, NV·10k+ attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 10k+ industry professionals on the floor, NACS Show sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Gas Stations space. Ticket pricing at $$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Platinum events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Gas Stations space, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
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Given its 500–1k expected attendees, New Mexico Oil & Gas Association Events has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Gas Stations industry. Operators building pipeline in the Gas Stations category, 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.
Oct 25–27, 2026·Fargo, ND·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, North Dakota Petroleum Marketers Convention sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Gas Stations space. Ticket pricing at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Gold 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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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.
Oct 4–7, 2026·Nashville, TN·2k–5k attendees·$$$$ ticket
Our take
With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, CSCMP EDGE Supply Chain Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Gas Stations space. Ticket pricing at $$$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Silver events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Gas Stations space, this conference is worth a serious look.
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SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Considering <500 registered participants, forecourttech Conference stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Gas Stations vertical. If you're selling into the Gas Stations market, this conference is worth a serious look.
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SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
PEI Convention at NACS ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Gas Stations sector. If you're selling into the Gas Stations market, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
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SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Oct 21–23, 2026·Houston, TX·2k–5k attendees·$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, SPE Annual Technical Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Gas Stations industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Gas Stations vertical, this show should be on your shortlist.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Florida Petroleum Marketers Annual Meeting is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 500–1k attendees. It takes place Oct 26–27, 2026. Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
What's the cheapest Gas Stations conference to attend?
Florida Petroleum Marketers Annual Meeting has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. Expected attendance: approximately 500–1k.
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