Archive note: This calendar documents Shoptalk 2026 side events. Dates have passed and registration links may no longer be active. For current opportunities, visit the RTM Nexus industry events calendar.
Beyond the Mandalay Bay convention floor, the real deals at Shoptalk 2026 are happening at these curated side events. Verified links, times, and hosts — no fluff.
RTM Nexus Picks: If you only hit a few events — prioritize smaller dinners, founder meetups, and anything capped. That’s where deals actually happen.
Monday, March 23: The Kickoff
| Event | Time | Link |
|---|
| SmarterSips: Shoptalk |
12pm–4pm |
Register |
| United We Commerce Kickoff Popular |
5pm–7pm |
Register |
| Shoptalk Top Golf |
5pm–7pm |
Register |
| Swing Into Shoptalk |
6pm–8pm |
Register |
| Founder Reception (Four Seasons) High Value |
6:30pm–8:30pm |
Register |
| VIP Dinner GymKhana Invite Only |
6:30pm |
Apply |
| RWIT is in Vegas Baby! |
7pm–9pm |
Register |
| Ryder Bourbon Steak Dinner |
7pm |
Register |
Tuesday, March 24: AI & Debate
| Event | Time | Link |
|---|
| Watson Live! Agentic Debate Lunch AI |
11:30am–1:30pm |
Register |
| Order Management Gurus Happy Hour |
5pm–7pm |
Register |
| Shoptalk Uncorked |
5pm–9pm |
Register |
| AI in Workforce Decisions AI |
6pm–8:30pm |
Register |
| eCommerce Fight For Charity |
7pm–10pm |
Register |
| Future Commerce After Dark |
9pm–12am |
Register |
Wednesday, March 25: Community Focus
| Event | Time | Link |
|---|
| SELLEBRATE 2026 |
8pm -Midnight |
Register |
| Nucleus x 1800DTC Breakfast |
9:30am–11:30am |
Register |
| Retail Open Doors |
2pm–4pm |
Register |
| Women In Commerce Media Leadership Dinner High Value |
6:30pm–8:30pm |
Register |
| The Speakeasy |
9pm–12:30am |
Register |
Thursday, March 26: The Home Stretch
| Event | Time | Link |
|---|
| Omnichannel Marketers Breakfast |
8:15am–9:15am |
Register |
| The Badges and Breakfast Club |
8:30am–10am |
Register |
