Edited by Megan Smalley
Dallas Market Center unveils remerchandised temps for January event
Events
Oct. 20, 2026
The January show will feature four neighborhoods across two buildings to make the temps easier to shop.
NRF forecasts 2026 holiday sales growth
Business
Oct. 16, 2026
In its annual holiday forecast, NRF estimates holiday spending will total just over $1 trillion for the season.
Las Vegas Market opens registration for Winter 2027
Events
Oct. 14, 2026
Show organizers encourage planning ahead for the event, which happens the same week as the NCAA Championship.
NY NOW expands Winter 2027 brand roster
Events
Oct. 9, 2026
Rockview Management Group reports strong early interest with a roster of new, returning and expanding brands.
Paradies Lagardere debuts four retail concepts at San José Mineta International Airport
Retailer News
Oct. 9, 2026
The four new stores add a sense of place to the airport to connect travelers with brands that define the Silicon Valley region.
Dallas Market Center launches Retail Ready program
Business
Oct. 9, 2026
The training program offers AI education to help independent retailers.
Informa acquires Clarion Events to grow its B2B Live Events segment
Business
Oct. 8, 2026
Clarion Events manages several large trade shows in the retail industry, including the Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show and The Smoky Mountain Gift Show.
Atlanta Market opens registration for Winter 2027 event
Events
Sept. 28, 2026
The show will celebrate its 70th anniversary at the event Jan. 12-17, 2027.
Paradies Lagardère opens five retail stores at Portland International Airport
Retailer News
Sept. 24, 2026
The new stores showcase Portland’s culture, community and craftsmanship through local brands and regional products.
The Boutique Hub names Heart on Main Street Giveback Recipient for 2026 Pink Friday
Business
Sept. 14, 2026
Independent retailers nationwide are invited to participate in a free shopping event that supports small businesses and gives back to the retail community.
Virtuoso identifies trends redefining luxury travel in 2026
Business
Sept. 4, 2026
Fall has become a more popular time for the luxury travel market.
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame unveils reimagined museum store
Retailer News
Aug. 19, 2026
The museum partnered with Event Network to develop a more immersive retail experience.
Dallas Market Center named finalist for Trade Show Executive’s 2026 Good Impact Award
Business
Aug. 18, 2026
The nomination recognizes Dallas Market Center’s Stand With Main Street initiative supporting independent retailers in wake of tariffs.
Hudson wins retail contract at Des Moines International Airport
Retailer News
Aug. 18, 2026
The new River & Grand by Hudson store will feature a variety of Iowa-inspired gifts and travel essentials.
Retail fraud schemes on rise as shoplifting declines
Business
Aug. 11, 2026
NRF’s The Impact of Theft & Violence 2026 report finds that phone scams, loyalty fraud and gift card theft have increased in the past year.
Shoppe Object sets records with attendance and exhibitor roster
Events
Aug. 10, 2026
The Summer Edition of the show reported growth in international brands exhibiting.
Las Vegas Market wraps up with strong buyer turnout
Events
Aug. 10, 2026
The show debuted its new First Finds temporaries as well as a variety of educational programming for buyers.
NY NOW summer edition delivers increased traffic and order writing
Events
Aug. 5, 2026
The show featured 460 brands and a 5% growth in buyer attendance compared with the last summer edition.
NY NOW unveils new show strategy for Winter 2027 market
Events
Aug. 3, 2026
The Winter edition will feature the return of the Handmade section as well as the Greeting Card Association’s Noted event.
Dallas Market Center announces show dates through 2028
Events
July 30, 2026
January shows will shift one week later beginning in 2028.
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