Be at the center of run specialty. Connect with fellow retailers, brands, and industry members, discover what’s next, and walk away with the insights and relationships that move your business forward.
Put your brand in front of key buyers and influential retailers. TRE is where run specialty decision-makers come to discover, evaluate, and source new products — make sure you’re on the floor.
From education and the show floor to the Industry Awards Dinner, here’s your TRE route preview:
Kick off with the River Walk Run, and then experience a full day of education built for run specialty retailers. Cap the night at the Opening Party.
Start with yoga or a group run, and then explore the Exhibit Hall. Catch Training Camp Theater sessions all day, a show floor happy hour, and plenty of evening brand events.
Lace up for the Indie 5K at Hemisfair Park, make the most of your last hours on the floor, then close your time at TRE during the Industry Awards Dinner.
Each year TRE recognizes the stores raising the bar for the whole industry; the shops building community, training great staff, and setting the standard for run specialty experiences. The 2026 Best Running Stores will be honored at the Industry Awards Dinner.
A space on the show floor for outdoor specialty retailers to discover new products, build peer relationships, and tap into trends shaping the market. Now in its fifth year, Switchback at TRE is an opportunity for outdoor retailers and brands to connect, discover, and learn.
From the retailers building loyal communities one fitting at a time, to the brands powering millions of people toward more active lives, Running Insight covers the people and businesses doing the work that matters. Stay current with the latest news, insights, and stories from across the industry, with fresh articles updated regularly below.
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