Events

Pope and Young, North America's leading bowhunting organization, is accepting vendor booth reservations for its 35th Biennial Convention April 8-10, 2027 in Little Rock, Arkansas. The event features seminars, trophy displays, auctions, and a vendor area with manufacturers, outfitters, and archery companies. Contact Dylan Ray at Dylan@pope-young.org to reserve booth space.

SLG2, Inc. brings its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Rapid City on August 15-16 during the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The free event features a mobile range with firearm simulators, archery activities, and demonstrations from outdoor industry brands including Black Rifle Coffee.

Beretta USA will participate in the REEDS Fall Classic & Range Days on August 7-8 in Walker, MN, hosted by REEDS Family Outdoor Outfitters. Attendees can experience Beretta's latest shotguns and tactical firearms, including the new A400 Solo, with product experts providing hands-on demonstrations and guidance.

CZ will exhibit at the inaugural Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) Big Game Days in Missoula, Montana, July 16-19, 2026. The company will showcase hunting-focused firearms at RMEF Basecamp and participate in Range Day activities, allowing attendees to experience CZ products firsthand.

Steiner eOptics will exhibit at Defense Services Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, April 20-23, 2026, within the Beretta Defense Technologies booth #271. The company will showcase its electro-optic solutions including aiming lasers, night vision systems, and combat ID beacons to global military and defense professionals.

Maxim Defense, a premier manufacturer of precision firearms and suppressors based in St. Cloud, Minnesota, will exhibit at the 2026 "The Gathering" Firearm Range Day and Expo presented by Palmetto State Armory on March 20-21 in Clinton, SC, showcasing their latest firearms, suppressors, and accessories including the SDX RFLX and PDX-SD integrated suppressor systems.

Dallas Safari Club announced the 2026 Summer Expo & Foundation Gala will expand to four days (July 23–26, 2026) at Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. Following the inaugural event's success, the expanded format adds Sunday as an exhibition day and features hundreds of exhibitors, signature events, and a special promotion offering a free fourth day with three-day pass purchase.

The inaugural Grid Iron Defense Symposium, founded by Jordan Zumwalt, convenes March 13 in Ft. Lauderdale as an invitation-only forum uniting NFL athletes, military operators, and defense technology leaders including Darley, Chariot Defense, and MVP Robotics. Proceeds benefit the Boulder Crest Foundation, Navy SEAL Foundation, and Green Beret Foundation.

SLG2, Inc.'s Shoot Like A Girl experience will visit Bass Pro Shops in Gainesville, Florida on February 28-March 1, 2026, offering women, families, and outdoor enthusiasts a safe introduction to shooting sports with certified female instructors, FATS simulators, and archery activities.

The Dallas Safari Club's 2026 Convention & Sporting Expo in Atlanta drew attendees from 43 countries and all 50 U.S. states, featuring nearly 700 exhibitors and keynote speaker Shane Mahoney. Georgia Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Walter Rabon received the DSC Conservation Trailblazer Award, while newly installed CEO Russell Stacy highlighted the event's success and announced future conventions in Atlanta and Texas.

Beretta celebrates its 500th anniversary at Safari Club International 2026 in Nashville, featuring live demonstrations by Pietro Beretta Selection artisans, an exclusive One-of-One collection, and the SO10 EELL USA 250th Anniversary Edition. The company showcases its conservation leadership and American manufacturing heritage from its Gallatin, Tennessee facility.

Hornady will exhibit at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo February 12-15, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Hosted by the Mule Deer Foundation, Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife, and Utah Office of Tourism, the event attracts over 55,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors raising millions for conservation.

Registration is now open for the 2026 National R3 Symposium, taking place May 4-7 at the Hilton Des Moines Downtown in Iowa. The event brings together professionals from state and federal agencies, NGOs, industry partners, and academia to collaborate on recruitment, retention, and reactivation strategies for hunters and recreational shooters. Early-bird registration is $525 through March 16.

Bass Pro Shops announced a multi-year partnership with the SMX League, making Thunder Ridge at Big Cedar Lodge near Branson, Missouri the host venue for the 2026 Monster Energy SMX World Championship Final on September 26. The partnership marks Bass Pro Shops' first foray into offroad motorcycle racing and features elite racers from across the globe.

The Archery Trade Association announces the return of the Archery & Bowhunting Supershow on January 9–10, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Mossy Oak will be showcasing its latest patterns and products and attendees can meet representatives, explore Mossy Oak brand partners' merchandise, and gain insight into how the brand supports the hunting and outdoor community.

Millennium Treestands is showcasing its 2026 product line at the Archery Trade Show (ATA) in Indianapolis, January 6-11, 2026. The company, part of Millennium Outdoors, will display innovations in treestands and outdoor gear at booth #1347.

WE Knife, a premier knife manufacturer founded in 2014, will showcase its latest innovations at the Archery Trade Association (ATA) Show from January 7-10, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. VP Marketing & Business Development Seth Ercanbrack highlighted the company's excitement to connect with dealer partners and welcome enthusiasts with a wide selection of knives available for purchase.

Ol'man Outdoors will exhibit at the 2026 Archery Trade Association Show in Indianapolis, January 6-11, 2026, at booth #1341. The company will showcase its hunting and outdoor equipment lineup, including its patented treestand systems and safety products.

Flambeau will exhibit in booth #528 at the 2026 Archery Trade Association Show on January 7–8 in Indianapolis. The company will showcase protective cases, storage solutions, and field-ready accessories at booth #528, connecting with dealers and industry partners.

Kinsey's is hosting its Dealer Show February 19-21 at Lancaster County Convention Center with enhanced pricing, flexible payment terms, and ACH discounts. The event features live entertainment from Nate Hosie, host of HeadHunters TV on the Outdoor Channel, celebrating dealer partnerships with industry camaraderie.