Featured Event Opportunities
We’ve got an exciting year ahead, packed with a variety of CSP events that you won’t want to miss! From networking opportunities to hands-on workshops and thought-provoking panels, there’s something for everyone. We want to make sure you’re involved in all the action and stay connected with everything happening. Whether you're looking to expand your skills, meet new people, or just have a great time, we've got you covered. Be a part of all the excitement — get ready for an unforgettable year! Stay tuned for all the details.
CSP Leadership Event Opportunities
Convenience Retailing University
February 24-26, 2026 | Austin, TX
The convenience industry's invitation-only event fostering the information exchange between category managers, regional executives and their supplier partners in the convenience industry. Engage in deep-dive sessions, peer networking, and solution-driven content to help shape smarter, more competitive convenience stores.
C-Store Women's Event
November 4-6, 2025 | San Antonio, TX
A forward-thinking conference designed to empower leaders in the convenience store industry. Participate in engaging sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities designed to inspire new ideas, share best practices, and advance leadership skills across the industry.
CSP Forum Event Opportunities
C-Store Cannabis Forum
March 23 - 25, 2026 | Chicago, IL
The C-Store Cannabis Forum unites retailers and suppliers for two days of networking and education. Attendees gain access to exclusive research and cutting-edge trends, as well as engaging discussions on products, regulations, innovations, and more.
Dispensed Beverage Forum
April 27 - 29, 2026 | Chicago, IL
Discover all that the Dispensed Beverage Forum, hosted by CSP, has to offer for you and your business. From hot and cold beverages to frozen drink solutions, this three-day forum delivers actionable insights to help you optimize your beverage program and increase sales in today's competitive market. Uncover Insights on new products, equipment and flavors. Join us to educate, connect, and work with your fellow retailers and top-notch suppliers.
Retail Media Network
May 4 - 6, 2026 | Location Coming Soon
The C-Store industry is unique, with high store density and purchase frequency. The products purchased at C-Stores index towards routine and immediate consumption. This, along with investments in loyalty, digital experiences and food service creates tremendous opportunity.
Retail Media Network Forum is the only dedicated event for convenience retailers, CPG companies, and technology solution providers focused on the retail media network opportunity.
Cold Vault Forum
May 11 - 13, 2026 | Chicago, IL
From Zero-Sugar Options to New Packaging, Discover Trends Driving Cold Vault Forward. The Cold Vault Forum connects retailers and suppliers for two days of networking and learning, offering exclusive research, key trends, and insights on emerging consumer demands and new products. This event delivers actionable data and best practices to help you maximize sales across all packaged beverage categories, including RTD beverages, carbonated soft drinks, sports drinks, and bottled water.
C-Store Foodservice Forum
June 10 - 12, 2026 | Chicago, IL
The C-Store Foodservice Forum unites retailers and suppliers for two days of networking and education. Attendees gain access to exclusive research and cutting-edge trends, as well as engaging discussions on ingredients, layout, menu innovations, and more. This event delivers actionable insights to maximize profitability in the competitive food and beverage category.
Center Store Forum
June 22 - 24, 2026 | Chicago, IL
Where Trends Take Shape, Connections Grow, and the Future Unfolds! The Center Store Forum is the ultimate gathering of top retailers and suppliers, exploring the hottest trends shaping the future of center store including packaged foods, snacks, candy, household essentials, and more. This exclusive event delivers actionable insights on consumer trends, product placement optimization, and revenue-driving tactics to help you revitalize the center store sections that form the backbone of convenience stores.
Tobacco+ Forum
September 16 - 18, 2026 | Location Coming Soon
The Tobacco Plus Forum, hosted by CSP, brings together convenience store retailers and suppliers to explore comprehensive strategies for tobacco category management, OTP, and emerging alternative sectors, including CBD, hemp, kratom, and nicotine innovations. This event delivers actionable insights on regulatory compliance, consumer trends, merchandising tactics, and more to help you maximize profitability in these complex but essential categories. Delve into the evolving economics, regulations, and innovation in the tobacco and nicotine category. Join stakeholders across retail and manufacturing for strategic discussions and networking.
C-StoreTEC
October 27 - 29, 2025 | Plano, TX
C-StoreTEC is a contemporary technology leadership initiative focused on catalyzing the industry’s charge towards digital transformation and technology adoption to drive future growth. This forward-thinking program aims to propel the sector into a new era of growth and efficiency through the strategic adoption of modern digital solutions. Join us as industry comes together to drive conversation and action around accelerating tech adoption to compete with adjacent channels and move the industry forward.
Captive Insurance Forum
December 3 - 4, 2025 | Phoenix, AZ
Captive Insurance Forum gathers convenience store executives to discuss product liability, crisis prevention, and more, providing essential insights and networking with key decision-makers to strengthen the future of retail. Connect with legal and insurance specialists to optimize risk management strategies. Come for two days of market research, regulatory updates, practical guidance, and more for new and established programs.
Forecourt Forum
December 3 - 5, 2025 | Scottsdale, AZ
Fuel for the Future! The annual Forecourt Forum, hosted by CSP, brings together retailers and fuel sector suppliers to explore innovative strategies for forecourt category management, fuel operations, EV charging implementation, and more. This exclusive event delivers actionable insights on consumer trends, inspection station optimization, and forecourt technologies to help you transform this critical area into a competitive advantage that drives both fuel and in-store sales.
