5 Commercial Real Estate Events You Should Attend in 2025/2026
Networking and continuous learning from conferences and events are great ways for a commercial real estate professional to grow.
If you’re looking to sharpen your commercial real estate expertise, expand your network, and keep pace with industry innovation, attending the right conferences is essential. Here are five major commercial real estate events in the United States you should consider for 2025 and 2026:
September 16-18, 2025 — Chicago, IL
The C5 + CCIM Global Summit stands out as a premier gathering for commercial real estate professionals, bringing together investors, brokers, developers, and economic leaders from across the industry. This three-day event is renowned for its high-level networking, deal-making opportunities, and thought leadership panels. Attendees gain access to influential decision-makers, live market analysis, and exclusive field experiences, making it a must-attend for anyone serious about shaping the future of commercial real estate.
2. CREi Summit
September 10-12, 2025 — Palm Springs, CA
The CREi Summit is the go-to event for mastering commercial real estate marketing and digital strategy. Leaders and influencers gather to share actionable insights on branding, social media, and client engagement. The summit is known for its vibrant community, innovative sessions, and opportunities to build relationships with top producers and digital thought leaders. If you want to elevate your marketing game and connect with the industry’s most forward-thinking professionals, this is the place to be.
Spring 2026 — Palm Springs, CA; Fall 2025 — Louisville, KY; Fall 2026 — New York, NY
The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) hosts biannual events that are essential for brokers and CRE professionals focused on industrial and office sectors. These gatherings provide a unique platform for networking with top producers, learning about market trends, and engaging in high-level deal-making. The 2025 Fall Event will be in Louisville, Kentucky, and the 2026 Spring Event in Palm Springs, California, with the 2026 Fall Event slated for New York City.
May 18-20, 2026 — Las Vegas, NV
ICSC LAS VEGAS is the largest retail real estate event in the world, drawing thousands of dealmakers, developers, landlords, and retailers. The conference is packed with networking, professional development workshops, and sessions addressing the latest industry trends—from economic shifts to proptech innovation. Keynote speakers and brand showcases make this event a vital hub for those looking to build connections and stay ahead in the retail and marketplaces sector.
October 5-7, 2026 — Denver, Colorado
NAIOP’s CRE.Converge is a flagship event for the commercial real estate development and investment community. It offers a robust mix of educational sessions, trend analysis, and networking opportunities. Attendees include developers, investors, and service providers from across the country, making it an excellent venue for learning about emerging markets, new technologies, and best practices in office, industrial, and mixed-use properties.
Conclusion
Whether your focus is investment, development, marketing, or networking, these five conferences will keep you at the forefront of commercial real estate in 2025 and 2026. Mark your calendar, plan your travel, and prepare to make connections that will drive your business forward. Also - come say hi to our agents from Commercial Brokers International and let’s talk business!