Evolve Show 2026
Event Date
August 9–11, 2026
Location
Las Vegas, NV
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Evolve Show (also called The Evolve Summer Show) is a B2B trade event built for the secondary market — the world of closeouts, excess inventory, customer returns, and liquidations. Evolve brings together stakeholders from across the ecosystem—reverse logistics, secondary markets, hard and soft goods retail, resale, sustainability, and more—to reimagine the value of excess goods.
The show is intentionally curated and buyer-focused. At Evolve, attendees can source product such as closeouts, customer returns, excess inventory, and jobbed goods from vetted suppliers, all in one room. The event is built to close deals — buyers walk the floor, meet sellers face to face, and leave with real orders. Product categories span apparel, footwear, home goods, toys, cosmetics, and electronics.
It is a strong fit for discount and off-price retailers, wholesalers, distributors, exporters, and recommerce professionals. The show is intentionally small and curated for real conversations between buyers, suppliers, and global partners. Registration is free for qualified buyers, making it an accessible sourcing and networking destination on the Las Vegas Strip.
Show Highlights
Key features of the August 2026 Evolve Show include:
- Sourcing floor — closeouts, customer returns, excess inventory, and jobbed goods from vetted suppliers.
- Education @ Evolve — on Sunday and Monday, August 9–10 at 12:00 noon, panels of industry leaders cover the challenges, opportunities, and trends that matter most to buyers and sellers of excess inventory.
- Expert moderation — education sessions are moderated by Tony Sciarrotta, returns and reverse logistics expert and former Executive Director of the Reverse Logistics Association.
- Featured speakers — Lee Mandelbaum (Price Point Buying), Seth Marks (GA Wholesale), Kyle Shipman (B-Stock), Darren Krantz (ReCommerce Group), Joe Conte (Quetico Logistics LLC), and Luis Garcia (Via Trading).
- Networking events — an Opening Day Happy Hour with open bar and networking on August 9, plus a Summer Breeze Happy Hour on August 10 featuring themed appetizers and Hurricane drinks.
Registration
Registration is handled through the show's online portal. Registration is free for qualified buyers. Exhibitors interested in booth space are directed to book a booth or inquire about exhibiting through the show's registration and contact channels.
To register:
- Visit the official Evolve registration page (linked from evolveshows.com).
- Complete the attendee form to receive a free qualified-buyer pass, or select the exhibitor/booth option.
- Book your hotel through the official housing link before the cutoff date.
For exhibiting or general questions, the show can be reached at showinfo@evolveshows.com.
History
Evolve's inaugural show ran February 16–18, 2026, at the Horseshoe Las Vegas. The launch event brought together hundreds of exhibitors and buyers from across the U.S. and 8+ countries. The August 9–11, 2026 edition — The Evolve Summer Show — is the follow-up event, and the organizer has also signaled a February 2027 Las Vegas date, positioning Evolve as a recurring, twice-yearly show for the secondary market.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Evolve Summer Show 2026?
The Evolve Summer Show takes place August 9-11, 2026, in the Grand Ballroom at Horseshoe Las Vegas (3645 Las Vegas Blvd South) on the Las Vegas Strip.
What is the Evolve Show about?
Evolve is a trade show for the secondary market, focused on closeouts, excess inventory, customer returns, and liquidations. It brings together buyers and suppliers across reverse logistics, resale, and sustainability to source product and write orders.
Who should attend Evolve?
The show is built for retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and recommerce professionals seeking value inventory. Past buyers include discount and off-price retailers such as Burlington, Ollie's, Gabe's, Bealls, and international chains from more than eight countries.
How much does it cost to attend, and how do I register?
Registration is free for qualified buyers through the show's online registration portal at evolveshows.com. Exhibitors interested in booth space can book or inquire through the same site or by emailing showinfo@evolveshows.com.
Which hotels are recommended for the show?
Two official host hotels are offered on the Strip: Horseshoe Las Vegas at $108.95/night (including a $39.95 resort fee) and Paris Las Vegas at $119.00/night (including the resort fee), both with a booking cutoff of July 25, 2026. Book only through the show's authorized housing provider to avoid unauthorized third-party offers.
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