National Automatic Merchandising Association - The NAMA Show 2027

According to NAMA, 4 in 5 attendees say the show is important to their business and 9 in 10 met key objectives by attending. The show publishes audience breakdowns by primary business category and attendee type, but specific numeric attendance figures were not stated on the sources reviewed.

All pricing levels and detailed information are available on the show's registration page. Key points for attendees:

• Membership discount: You do not need to be a member of NAMA to attend, although pricing is considerably lower for members.
• Included sessions: Education sessions, keynote speakers and many other educational programs are included, unless otherwise noted.
• Students: Hospitality students over the age of 18 may attend free of charge by showing a current student ID at registration.
• Age policy: No one under age 16 will be admitted to the Expo Hall; only nursing infants (swaddled or carried) are allowed on the show floor.

Deadlines and cancellation terms are published each year on the official site; for the 2026 edition, refunds required written cancellation by a set March deadline, less an administrative fee.

Founded in 1936, NAMA is the association representing the US convenience services industry, with nearly 1,000 member companies including many of the world's most recognized brands, providing advocacy, education and research for its membership. The NAMA Show is the association's flagship annual gathering and has grown into what NAMA describes as the only event dedicated to the entire convenience services industry — spanning vending, coffee service, micro markets, pantry, kiosks and unattended retail. The show rotates among major US convention cities; recent and upcoming host cities include Los Angeles (2026) and New Orleans (2027).