LAS VEGAS — The National Grocers Association (NGA), in partnership with Clarion Events, is pleased to announce the official opening of The NGA Show 2026 this Sunday at the MGM Grand Conference Center in Las Vegas. Over the course of three days, grocery industry professionals from across the United States will convene for a comprehensive program of education, innovation, and industry collaboration.
This year’s event continues its commitment to empowering retailers and wholesalers with the insights, tools, and relationships essential to navigating a rapidly evolving grocery landscape. With over 350 exhibits, expanded educational programming, and new networking formats, The NGA Show 2026 is designed to help businesses of all sizes strengthen operations, embrace emerging technology, and build long‑term growth.
Opening Day Programming Highlights
- Breakfast Roundtable Discussions bring retailers and wholesalers together for peer‑to‑peer conversations on key industry challenges and innovations.
- Forum‑style programming throughout the day provides deeper dives into technology adoption, financial performance, and leadership development- equipping teams with practical frameworks for improving store operations and strategic decision‑making.
- The Creative Choice Showcase- presented in partnership with IGA and sponsored by Unilever & Cheez-it- celebrates excellence and innovation in independent grocery marketing and merchandising.
- Late afternoon programming features the NGA Industry Update and Keynote Presentation with Greg Ferrara, President and CEO of NGA, and Richie Morgan, Executive Chairman of North State Grocery, Inc. and Chairman of the NGA Board, and Travis Mills, the NY Times Best-Selling Author of ‘Tough As They Come’, offering an inspiring look at industry progress and a powerful message of resilience, service, and leadership.
- The day concludes with a celebratory Welcome Reception and the IGA’s 100th Anniversary Celebration, bringing the community together to honor a century of independent grocery leadership.
The show will continue over the next two days with:
- A robust lineup of educational sessions spanning technology & AI, operations, fresh foods, merchandising, business strategy, and more.
- A bustling show floor featuring over 350 exhibitors across every major product and service category.
- Signature NGA programs, including the Creative Choice Awards, Best Bagger National Championship, and Student Case Study Competition.
