FAQs

The NGA Show returns to MGM Grand Las Vegas, January 31-February 2, 2027.

MGM Grand Las Vegas
3799 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109

The NGA Show is designed for grocery industry professionals looking to discover new products, connect with suppliers, learn industry best practices, gain actionable takeaways, and network with industry peers and decision-makers.

The NGA Show is perfect for your executive team and department leaders of HR, Finance, Marketing, Merchandising, IT, Operations and more. 

No. The NGA Show is a business-to-business event and is not open to the general public. Attendance is reserved for grocery industry professionals, including retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, distributors, and service providers.

Registration for The NGA Show 2027 is now open! View registration packages and pricing  here.

Yes! Retailers & wholesalers registering multiple attendees can take advantage of our Team Bundle discounts:

• 5-Person Team Bundle: Save 15% on each Full Conference Pass
• 8-Person Team Bundle: Save 20% on each Full Conference Pass

View Team Bundle options here.

Registration benefits vary by package type. Please review the registration package details to see what is included with your pass. View package details  here.

Yes. Connections Housing is the only official housing partner of The NGA Show. Booking through Connections Housing ensures your reservation is secured within our official hotel block.

Book Your Hotel Here

Please email  thengashow@clarionevents.com and include your registration or badge ID.

All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing by December 18, 2026. A refund of your fee, less a $100 administrative fee, will be given for cancellations received by that date. No refunds will be granted for requests after December 18, 2026; however, you may make a team member name change within the same organization. Please email thengashow@clarionevents.com and include your registration or badge ID.

Yes! While we recommend having booth space so that companies can see your products in person, there are opportunities available to increase your company visibility. View sponsorship opportunities here.

No. To protect the privacy of our attendees and exhibitors, The NGA Show does not distribute contact information or attendee lists.

Visit the National Grocers Association website and complete the membership inquiry form here.

Members of the media interested in attending The NGA Show should complete the 2027 Media Application Form here. Media credentials are subject to review and approval.

The NGA Show offers more than education and exhibits! Attendees can take part in a variety of special events and networking opportunities throughout the show, including the Opening Reception, Booth Crawl Happy Hours, Connections Hub and the Closing Celebration at Top Golf. Attendees can also enjoy signature NGA programs such as the Best Bagger Competition, Creative Choice Awards, and other opportunities to connect with fellow grocery industry professionals.

Check the event schedule for dates, times, and locations for all special events taking place during The NGA Show.

The NGA Show exhibit floor is where attendees can discover the latest products, services, technologies, and solutions for the independent grocery industry. Exhibitors showcase offerings across a wide range of categories, including:

• Center store products and CPG
• Fresh
• Health & wellness
• Technology and AI solutions
• Store design and equipment
• Operational services
• Corporate services
• Seasonal/General merchandise

Attendees can explore new products, meet suppliers and solution providers, see emerging innovations, and connect directly with companies that can help their businesses grow and operate more efficiently. 

While retailer participation is still being finalized for The NGA Show 2027, Fresh Pitches is designed for independent grocery retailers involved in purchasing, category management, merchandising, product discovery, and supplier selection.

Based on participation in the inaugural program, the retailer audience included a mix of single-store independents, regional chains, and grocery buying groups. Participating companies included retailers such as Big Y Foods, Busch's Fresh Food Market, Brown's Super Stores, Rosauers Supermarkets, Woodman's Markets, Lowe's Markets TX, and the Canadian Independent Grocery Buyers Alliance.

Retailers ranged from independent operators with a single location to organizations representing hundreds of stores. Our goal for 2027 is to continue attracting a diverse group of qualified retail decision-makers actively seeking new products and supplier relationships.

Fresh Pitches is designed to give suppliers visibility into participating retailer profiles before the event. Once the platform opens, suppliers can review retailer information, including company details, areas of interest, and attendee roles, and select up to five preferred introductions.

Introduction selections are made on a first-come, first-served basis, so early participation provides the greatest opportunity to secure preferred connections. Participating suppliers can expect up to five scheduled introductions with qualified retail professionals during the Fresh Pitches sessions, providing an efficient way to connect with retailers aligned with their business objectives.

The sales team can provide the most current pricing, sponsorship opportunities, and details on what is included at each participation level. For more information, please contact Angela Gonzalez or Brynja Rados, who can discuss the available opportunities and help identify the option that best aligns with your goals for The NGA Show 2027.

Angela Gonzalez   Sales Manager   203-580-1816  Angela.Gonzalez@clarionevents.com  Center Store, Fresh, Health & Wellness,  Seasonal Merchandise, Store Design/Equipment

Brynja Rados   Sales Manager   918-831-9446  Brynja.Rados@clarionevents.com  Technology, Operational Services, Corporate Services

 

Fresh Pitches is designed to facilitate meaningful introductions between suppliers and qualified retail professionals. The five-minute introductions provide an opportunity for suppliers to introduce their products, share what differentiates them in the marketplace, and identify opportunities for further discussion.

The primary goal is to establish connections and start conversations that can continue after the event. While some participants may have direct purchasing authority, others play an important role in evaluating products and identifying opportunities for their organization's buying or category management teams.

The program is intended to help suppliers build relationships, gain visibility within retail organizations, and create opportunities for future conversations that may ultimately lead to new listings, distribution opportunities, or business partnerships.

Fresh Pitches was created to deliver more meaningful and productive connections between retailers and suppliers than traditional meeting formats. Internal key success metrics include buyer participation, sponsor engagement, introductions completed, and participant feedback.

The program is built on networking models that have been successfully used at other Clarion trade shows and have demonstrated strong engagement and participant satisfaction. While we do not currently track or publish verified counts of new listings or orders directly attributable to the program, participants consistently report making valuable new connections and having productive follow-up conversations.

Fresh Pitches is designed to create qualified introductions that can develop into future business opportunities following the show, helping retailers and suppliers establish relationships that extend beyond the event itself.