The Running Event 2026
About The Running Event
North America’s largest trade show for running specialty retailers, concentrating on footwear, apparel, gear, and services. It provides networking and category insights for specialty running retail market players.
The Running Event 2026
The Running Event 2026 runs 1–3 December 2026 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.
The Running Event (TRE) is the trade show for the run specialty industry, bringing retailers, brands and industry members together for education, product sourcing and networking. The Switchback segment extends the floor into outdoor specialty retail.
For running stores, TRE is the annual buying and benchmarking trip: next season's product on the floor, retailer education in the sessions, and the industry awards in the evening.
Key Topics
- Run specialty retailer education
- Product sourcing
- Training Camp Theater sessions
- Switchback outdoor specialty retail
Quick Info
- Dates
- December 1, 2026 – December 3, 2026
- Location
- San Antonio
United States - Organizer
- Running Industry Association
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View all →Frequently asked questions
- When is The Running Event 2026?
- The Running Event 2026 runs December 1, 2026 – December 3, 2026.
- Where is The Running Event 2026 held?
- The Running Event 2026 takes place at Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, United States.
- How do I register for The Running Event 2026?
- Registration is handled by the organizer, Running Industry Association — details and passes are on the official website.