Upcoming Events

Fall/Winter 2026 Connect by Grassroots

Date: Monday, November 9, 2026 to Thursday, November 12, 2026

Innovative, efficient, and energizing, join over 100 independent specialty outdoor retailers and over 120 top brand exhibitors and sales reps for our Connect show. The invitation-only Connect features a unique format that simplifies the typical trade show, focusing efforts on buying and selling, collaborating on product developments and performance, and learning about industry trends, data, and best practices. We are excited about bringing the heart of our industry together, as key brands and retailers work together to set the course for the category as a whole. 

Event Location: 
Kansas City, Mo.

Bicycle Industry Summit

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 to Friday, November 20, 2026

Tucson, AZ – A new national gathering for cycling professionals will debut this fall as the Bicycle Industry Summit launches November 18–21, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona, in partnership with El Tour de Tucson.

Event Location: 
Tucson, Arizona

Switchback at The Running Event 2026

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026 to Thursday, December 3, 2026

Switchback, the education and business gathering for the outdoor industry, returns this December as part of The Running Event (TRE)

Event Location: 
San Antonio, Texas

The Running Event 2026

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026 to Thursday, December 3, 2026

Each year, thousands of run and outdoor specialty retail professionals attend TRE in search of the latest in footwear, apparel, gear, and more. An innovative, dynamic trade show floor, valuable educational content, endless networking opportunities, and industry celebration bring this special community of retailers, event management professionals, and brands together to do business, network, learn, and have fun.

Event Location: 
San Antonio, Texas

Velofollies Kortrijk 2027

Date: Friday, January 22, 2027 to Sunday, January 24, 2027

The Velofollies in Kortrijk, Belgium, is one of the leading bicycle fairs in Europe, taking place annually in January.

Event Location: 
Kortrijk, Belgium

QBP Frostbike 2027

Date: Thursday, February 25, 2027 to Saturday, February 27, 2027
A long-standing winter highlight for the bike industry, Frostbike 2027 will reconnect hundreds of Q retailers, supplier brands, and thought leaders from across North America through a product expo, meaningful education sessions, and authentic peer-to-peer connections.
Event Location: 
Minneapolis, Minn.

PeopleForBikes 2027 Bicycle Leadership Conference

Date: Monday, March 15, 2027 to Friday, March 19, 2027

Join PeopleForBikes for the Bicycle Leadership Conference, where top leaders and decision-makers come together to chart the course of the bike industry.

Event Location: 
Dana Point, California

Traka gravel festival

Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2027 to Monday, May 3, 2027

The Traka is one of the largest gravel events in Europe. It includes racing and brand activations, including product launches. 2027 dates shown are tentative. 

Event Location: 
Girona, Spain

Philly Bike Expo

Date: Saturday, May 8, 2027 to Sunday, May 9, 2027

Founded by Bilenky Cycle Works in 2010 as a way to promote cycling culture, the PBE has grown to one of the largest cycling trade shows in the US.

Event Location: 
Philadelphia, Pa.

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