2026 Traders Market Schedule

From an energizing Welcome Party to interactive experiences on the exhibit floor, this year’s Traders Market schedule is thoughtfully designed to prioritize what matters most: meaningful conversations, valuable connections and real business results. As NAWLA celebrates the 30th anniversary of Traders Market, we’re bringing the industry together to honor three decades of partnership, collaboration and growth — while creating even more opportunities to connect for the future.

Explore the schedule below to learn more about this year’s event format and join us in celebrating 30 years of Traders Market.

Schedule of Events

Please note: All activities will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center and the Hilton Anaheim. This schedule is subject to change and all times are listed in Pacific Standard Time (PST).

Date Time Event
Wednesday,
November 4
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Executive Committee Meeting
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Exhibitor Set-Up
9:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. YELP Retreat
11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Registration Open
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Committee Meetings
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 10 Group Meetings
4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. YELP Mixer
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Chair's Reception - Invite Only
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Welcome Party
Thursday,
November 5
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration Open
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Networking Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Traders Marketing Opening Ceremony & Education
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tradeshow Open
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch on the Tradeshow Floor
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tradeshow Floor Reception
Friday,
November 6
8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Registration Open
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Tradeshow Open (Brunch on Show Floor)
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Exhibitor Move-Out