Grassroots Connect Show 2026
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Why Attend
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Based on verified event data
- Event: Grassroots Connect Show 2026
- Edition year: 2026
- Dates: 2026-11-09 to 2026-11-12
- Location: Kansas City, United States
- Venue: Kansas City Convention Center
- Official website: https://kcconvention.com/event/grassroots-connect-show-2026/
- Verification: verified
The Grassroots Connect Show 2026 offers a concentrated environment for exploring emerging product lines within the specialized outdoor and independent retail sectors.
Attending at the Kansas City Convention Center provides a central geographic hub for fostering professional relationships between independent retailers and niche outdoor brands.
Participation allows industry professionals to assess current inventory trends and product shifts ahead of the 2027 fiscal cycle.
The 2026 iteration facilitates direct engagement with brand representatives to evaluate potential supply chain alignments for the upcoming season.
Opportunity types
Who exhibits
- Outdoor gear manufacturers
- Specialized apparel brands
- Footwear suppliers
Who visits
- Independent retail owners
- Outdoor industry buyers
- Regional distributors
The outdoor and independent retail industry continues to rely on localized, face-to-face networking to navigate complex supply chain dynamics and changing consumer preferences. Kansas City serves as a strategic crossroads for this market, allowing for efficient access to both coastal manufacturing hubs and interior retail landscapes.
Reviewed: October 26, 2026
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Last checked: October 26, 2026