Catersource + The Special Event

Registration is open! Early Bird ends November 21.

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March 2 – 5, 2026
Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CA

Speaker Registration

You will receive a unique email inviting you to register as a speaker toward the end of October 2025. Register as a speaker before January 30, 2026. Each speaker is provided one complimentary conference pass, which provides access to all three days of the conference you are speaking at including both Keynotes and tradeshow floor, and one ticket to the Tuesday Opening Night Celebration.

If you are speaking at both conferences, you will receive a Combined Pass.

Important: If you are also working in an exhibitor booth or are chairing one of the evening events, the process is slightly different. Please use the contacts below to assist.

Upgrade Your Pass
While registering for your complimentary pass, you can upgrade to either a Combined Conference Pass or an All-Access Pass for a discounted rate. Upgrades to passes can be made during registration by selecting the upgrade package instead of the complimentary pass. See below for example of selections.

Speaker Pass (complimentary)
Pass description: Your pass will be for either Catersource or The Special Event, depending upon which conference you are speaking at. You must choose the pass type that reflects the conference you are featured in.

  • Access to all three days of Catersource or The Special Event conference sessions
  • Opening General Keynote Session
  • Exhibit Hall, including competitions
  • Closing General Keynote Session
  • Awards Ceremony
  • One Opening Night Celebration Ticket (Tuesday evening)
  • One Discounted Closing Night Celebration Ticket (Thursday evening)

Combined Speaker Pass Upgrade ($350)
Pass description: Upgrade your Speaker Pass for either Catersource or The Special Event to include both conferences.

  • Access to all three days of BOTH Catersource and The Special Event conference sessions
  • Opening General Keynote Session
  • Exhibit Hall, including competitions
  • Closing General Keynote Session
  • Awards Ceremony
  • One Opening Night Celebration Ticket (Tuesday evening)
  • Discounted Closing Night Celebration Ticket (Thursday evening)

All Access Pass Upgrade ($650)
Pass description: Upgrade your Speaker Pass for either Catersource or The Special Event to include both conferences, plus additional tickets.

  • One Connect Social Ticket (Monday evening)
  • One Opening Night Celebration Ticket (Tuesday evening)
  • One Closing Night Celebration Ticket (Thursday evening)
  • Access to all three days of Catersource and The Special Event conference sessions
  • Opening General Keynote Session
  • Exhibit Hall, including competitions
  • Closing General Keynote Session
  • Awards Ceremony
  • Both Catersource and The Special Event On Demand post-event content

All other showcasing, tour, and SEARCH event tickets are a la carte.