The Independent Home Improvement Conference is back and better than ever! Join us in sunny Orlando, Florida, July 30-31, 2025, for the ultimate gathering of independent hardware and home improvement retailers. Last year, we combined two powerhouse events—NHPA’s Independents Conference and The Hardware Conference—into one incredible experience, bringing together the largest assembly of independent retailers across the nation. …

Retailers can get a head start on head start on buying during Orgill’s Online Fall Buying Event, taking place August 4–17, 2025. The two-week virtual experience offers independent dealers access to exclusive seasonal deals, limited-time product offers, and innovative purchasing tools—all from the convenience of their own workspace.

The Garden Center Show 2025 is the premier event tailored exclusively for independent garden center (IGC) owners, professionals, and specialty retailers in the garden and outdoor living industry. Held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, this two-day event offers attendees unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders, discover the latest products, …

The Ace Hardware Fall Convention 2025 will provide Ace teams a world-class venue to effectively plan business, take advantage of margin-building opportunities, experience the latest and greatest products and build valuable relationships with other attendees. Start making plans to attend this event, scheduled for August 12-14 at McCormick Place South Hall in Chicago. Click here …

The Emery Jensen Edge Fall Show 2025 is a large-scale buying and education event tailored for independent retailers in the hardware, home improvement, and general merchandise space. Hosted at McCormick Place in Chicago, the show gives attendees access to exclusive deals, new product introductions, and vendor programs across a wide range of categories. Retailers can …

LMC Hardware Express 2025 is a high-efficiency buying event in Chicago where LMC dealers meet directly with select hardware vendors. Designed to maximize value in a short format, the event features limited-time deals, targeted networking, and a focused vendor lineup. Retailers get face-to-face time with suppliers and access to show-only specials—all in just a few …

Florida Hardware’s Fall Dealer Market is a premier in-person event tailored for independent hardware and farm retailers. Held at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, this two-day market offers attendees access to exclusive show specials, opportunities to explore new products, and direct engagement with vendors across various categories. The event is designed to help businesses …

Mid-States Distributing will host its 2025 Fall Rendezvous August 20–21 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. A key event for the farm, ranch, and home retail industry, the Fall Rendezvous brings together independent retailers and vendors for two days of buying opportunities, networking, and strategic planning. Founded in 1954, Mid-States Distributing is a …

PACOA is a wholesale distributor of paint, hardware, lumber, janitorial, and building supplies serving retail dealers in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. PACOA Fall Dealer Market 2025 Held at Queens College in Flushing, N.Y., this two-day market provides attendees with exclusive buying opportunities, show-only promotions, and the chance to discover new product lines. …

Bradley Caldwell Inc. (BCI) invites independent retailers, dealers, and vendors to its 2025 Fall Trade Show, taking place September 9–11 at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This annual event offers attendees the opportunity to explore a wide range of products, engage with industry-leading vendors, and take advantage of exclusive show specials. The Bradley …

The Blish-Mize Fall Customer Buying Market 2025 is scheduled for September 11–13, 2025, at the Overland Park Convention Center in Overland Park, Kansas. This event offers hardware retailers exclusive purchasing opportunities and industry insights. Attendees can expect business-enhancing seminars, special red-hot-priced coupon buys, extended dating, cost-plus specials, drop ship pricing, booking programs on seasonal merchandise, …

The LMC Leadership Summit 2025 brings together current and next-generation leaders from across the LMC network for three days of leadership development, strategy discussions, and industry insights. With keynotes, breakout sessions, and structured networking, the summit equips attendees with tools to guide their companies into the future.

Attend the Wallace Distribution Fall Dealer Market 2025 on October 1–2, 2025, at the Sevierville Convention Center in Sevierville, Tennessee. This event offers hardware retailers the opportunity to connect directly with hundreds of vendors, explore new and essential products, and take advantage of exclusive seasonal deals. Attendees can benefit from at-show-only deals, breakfast buys, hot …

Equip Exposition 2025 is the must-attend trade show for professionals in the landscaping, outdoor power equipment, and hardscaping industries. Held across more than a million square feet of exhibit space and a 30-acre outdoor demo yard, the event offers hands-on testing, hundreds of educational sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. Highlights include a Welcome Reception at …

House-Hasson is America’s largest regional hardware distributor, and independent retailers are invited to join the company for the Fall Dealer Market, scheduled for October 23-25 at the Sevierville Convention Center in Sevierville, Tenn. This event is designed and planned specifically to improve dealer profitability with lots of show specials.

The 2025 LMC Expo is the cooperative’s flagship gathering of dealers and suppliers. Spanning three days, the event features a robust trade floor, category meetings, new product showcases, and programs designed to help LMC dealers grow and adapt. It’s an essential planning and purchasing event for the year ahead.

The 2026 Hardlines Distribution Alliance Executive Planning Conference is a must-attend event for manufacturers and suppliers in the independent home improvement industry. Held at the scenic Marriott Sawgrass Golf Resort & Spa, this three-day conference brings together more than 350 top-level executives from over 30 independent hardware distributor companies. The centerpiece of the event is …

Epicor Insights brings together customers, partners, and industry leaders for multi‑day events packed with product innovation, networking, and expert-led sessions—designed to spark fresh ideas and empower retailers. From in-depth hands-on trainings and visionary keynote presentations to peer-driven success stories, these events honor the spirit of innovation that both Epicor and forward-thinking hardware retailers embrace. Learn …