Top Commercial Real Estate Events to Attend in 2026

Conferences and tradeshows continue to be essential touchpoints for the commercial real estate industry in bringing leaders together to connect, learn, and engage in the collective exchange of ideas that drives sector-wide progress. These gatherings fuel professional growth and accelerate industry innovation by offering opportunities for knowledge-sharing, hands-on learning, technology exploration, and strategic vendor engagement. They also create high-value environments for networking, collaboration, and deeper insights into how organizations fit within the broader CRE ecosystem, helping teams spark new strategies and strengthen competitive advantage.

Below, we’ve highlighted four key Commercial Real Estate Events in 2026 to help you expand your industry network and stay ahead of emerging trends.

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RETCON

• When: March 9-11, 2026
• Where: Las Vegas
• Where to connect: LinkedIn

Why you should attend:

Since its founding in 2020, RETCON has become the leading innovation hub for the U.S. real estate industry. RETCON 2026 brings together the full ecosystem to explore PropTech advancements, evaluate strategies across key asset classes, dive into major U.S. markets, and connect with new capital partners. Through curated content and high-impact networking, property owners, developers, operators, investors, REITs, startups, VCs, lenders, AEC firms, brokers, and industry media convene to shape the future of real estate.

ICSC

• When: May 18-20, 2026
• Where: Las Vegas
• Where to connect: LinkedIn

Why you should attend:

ICSC 2026 remains the flagship event for retail and commercial real estate leaders, delivering a high-impact environment for innovation, deal-making, and industry networking. Thousands of developers, investors, retailers, brokers, and service providers will convene to explore market trends, leasing strategies, capital flows, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the retail real estate ecosystem.

New for 2026: ICSC+PROPTECH. Co-located with ICSC LAS VEGAS, this dedicated program spotlights the latest in property technology through expert-led sessions, hands-on PropTech displays, and curated one-on-one meetings. Attendees can opt into ICSC+PROPTECH during registration to access targeted insights and solutions accelerating digital transformation across retail and mixed-use assets.

BOMA International

• When: June 27 – June 30, 2026
• Where: Long Beach, CA
• Where to connect: Linkedin

Why you should attend:

The 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo is the premier forum for property professionals looking to elevate operational excellence, optimize building performance, and stay ahead of industry transformation. This year’s program delivers forward-thinking education, new strategies in sustainability and tenant experience, and hands-on access to emerging technologies on the Expo Floor. Engage with peers, learn from industry leaders, and explore solutions designed to help you navigate market shifts with confidence and shape the future of commercial real estate.

CREtech

• When: October 20-21, 2026
• Where: NYC
• Where to connect: LinkedIn

Why you should attend:

CREtech New York 2026 is the essential gathering for the world’s leading tech providers, real estate visionaries, and investors shaping the next wave of PropTech innovation. The event delivers breakthrough insights, high-value networking, and immersive experiences designed to accelerate digital transformation across the built world. Gain perspective from top industry voices, connect with global innovators during curated networking sessions, and explore cutting-edge solutions through interactive exhibits and hands-on demonstrations.