eCommerce events 2020: your calendar for the year ahead

One of the best ways to stay ahead of the trends and updates in eCommerce is by attending online retail conferences eCommerce events in 2020 across the globe. 

From small gatherings to multi-speaker events – you gain access to the latest tips, updates and news, as well an opportunity to increase your network and contacts.

The top eCommerce events 2020

But which are the best to attend? We’ve rounded up a complete list of eCommerce conferences across the globe and year – all you need to do is take your pick. Either download and print our snazzy calendar or head below for a more detailed preview of each conference.

January 2020 eCommerce events

Digiday Amazon Strategies

Join this one-day forum and workshop to learn from successful Amazon sellers and start increasing your presence on the platform.

Dates: January 2020

Location: NYC, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #Digiday

NRF Retail’s Big Show

Described as “the world’s largest retail show, NRF kicks the year off with visionary tech, gadgets and vision.

Dates: 12-14 January 2020

Location: NYC, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #NRF2020

#amazinsellers

A networking evening for Amazon, eBay and Shopify sellers, if the topics don’t entice you, the free pizza surely will!

Dates: 16 January 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #amazinsellers

Savant eCommerce Berlin

Now at the 6th edition, Savant eCommerce Berlin is a well established curated gathering of over 220 directors and senior executives from the best brands in the DACH region. Network with top level, hand-picked professionals and learn key insights from the most disruptive retailers like Zalando, AboutYou, Hugo Boss, Otto and Notebooksbilliger.

Dates: 28-29 January 2020

Location: Berlin, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #SavanteCommerce

West Coast eCommerce

Bringing together more than 400 eCommerce professionals for knowledge sharing, problem-solving and topical discussions, the West Coast eCommerce show is one not to miss.

Dates: 28-29 January 2020

Location: Los Angeles, USA

Tickets: here

eCommerce Fair Tokyo

Those fancying a trip further afield can do no better than the eCommerce Fair in Tokyo. The biggest eCommerce show in Japan promises more than 120 top solutions and over 60 informative sessions.

Dates: 28-29 January 2020

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Tickets: here

Webinkel Vakdagen

On top of the fabulous name, Webinkel Vakdagne is set to boast 13,000 visitors, 270 exhibitors and 200 key note speakers – all talking about what’s new in digital commerce.

Dates: 29-30 January 2020

Location: Utrecht, Netherlands

Tickets: here

Future of retail and e-commerce

Payment strategies, distribution models, marketplaces, digitalization and point of sale app are just some of the juicy topics being covered in Paris this January at the Future of retail and e-commerce conference.

Dates: 30 January 2020

Location: Paris, France

Tickets: here

February 2020 eCommerce events

The Delivery Conference 2020

Powered by MetaPack, the Delivery Conference Global takes place in London – bringing the eCommerce community together to learn about the latest in delivery. One not to be missed. 

Dates: 04 February 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: https://www.thedeliveryconference.com/tdc-global/

E-commerce Berlin Expo

The free and fabulous e-commerce Berlin expo already has 170 exhibitors, 40 speakers and more than 7,000 attendees lined up – perfect for networking, learning and building your supply chain.

Dates: 13 February 2020

Location: Berlin, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eCommerceberlin

eTail: West

“Transforming retail together” is the aim and a four-day jam-packed conference is the game. No commercials, no egos and no fluff – just hundreds of strategic takeaways.

Dates: 24-27 February 2020

Location: California, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #etailwest

eTail Connect Spring

Get in front of retail’s biggest budget holders to discuss winning strategies, top-notch solutions and what cocktail you’re going to have at the reception.

Dates: 25-26 February 2020

Location: Twickenham, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailConnect

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 27 February 2020

Location: Tampa, FL

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

March 2020 eCommerce events

eTail: Germany

Another eTail, and this one’s in Germany. Speakers include Michael Böhme from Zalano, Peter Grebarsche from L’ORÉAL and Constance Stein from Otto.

Dates: 9-11 March 2020

Location: Munich, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailGermany

Savant eCommerce Amsterdam

The 5th edition of Savant eCommerce Amsterdam brings together more than 200 directors and senior executives from the best brands in Benelux.
Network with top level, hand-picked professionals and learn key insights from the most disruptive brands in the region like PicNic, Bol.com, Heineken, TomTom, PVH and many more.

Dates: 10-11 March 2020

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #SavanteCommerce

Savant eCommerce Amsterdam

eCommerce Show North

This year’s eCommerce Show North is celebrating all things digital – that includes marketing, eCommerce, tech, media, creative and more.

Dates: 11-12 March 2020

Location: Manchester, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eCommercenorth

Emerce Retail

Join Emerce Retail as they “go east, go west, go future!”

Dates: 12 March 2020

Location: Bussum, Netherlands

Tickets: here

Future Commerce Indonesia

This two-day exhibition and conference might be better remembered as “InternetRetailing Expo Indonesia” but this time, it’s bigger and better than before.

Dates: 18-19 March 2020

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #FCINDO2020

Digital Sales Summit

Back for its second year, the Digital Sales Summit is one of Germany’s earlier eCommerce events. Top experts, excellent catering and a cozy get-together are all promised.

Dates: CANCLLED

Location: Hannover, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #Shoptalk

April 2020 eCommerce events

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 2 April 2020

Location: Austin, TX

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

Retail Expo

Retail Expo is Europe’s leading event for retail technology, design and digital signage – giving you the power to move with your customers.

Dates: CANCELLED

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

May 2020 eCommerce events

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 6 May 2020

Location: Toronto, ON

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

MAU Vegas

Join the world’s leading mobile acquisition and retention summit to learn how to boost your m-commerce conversions. By application only.

Dates: CANCELLED – New date TBC

Location: Las Vegas, USA

Tickets: here

Sellers Summit 2020

This is “not your ordinary feel good event”. No, it’s an intense two-day workshop where you will learn the knowledge to run your own successful eCommerce business.

Dates: 6-8 May 2020

Location: Online

Tickets: here

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 14 May 2020

Location: Weehawken, NJ

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

EMERCE Next

What’s next in eCommerce tech? You’re about to find out at this year’s Emerce Next.

Dates: 26 May 2020

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #EMERCEnext

Digital Marketing World Forum

Explore the future of digital marketing technologies across the world at the Digital Marketing World Forum.

Dates: 28-29 May 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #DMWF

eTail: Canada

Heading over to Canada this month is eTail – giving Canadians the top eCommerce knowledge.

Dates: 28-29 May 2020

Location: Toronto, Canada

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailCanada

June 2020 eCommerce events

Savant eCommerce Stockholm

Savant eCommerce Stockholm is now in it’s 3rd year, bringing together more than 180 directors and senior executives from the best brands in the Nordics. Network with top level, hand-picked professionals and learn key insights from the most disruptive brands in the region such as IKEA, Nelly.com, FilippaK, Georg Jensen, Stadium and many more.

Dates: 2-3 June 2020

Location: Stockholm, Sweden

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #SavanteCommerce

ICX Summit

The Interactive Customer Experience Summit is starting the summer with new strategies, tech and insights to elevate your customer’s experience.

Dates: 3-5 June 2020

Location: Ohio, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #ICXSummit

RetailX

Helping you to optimize your business in a transforming retail landscape, RetailX gives you everything you need in one location.

Dates: 9-11 June 2020

Location: Chicago, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #IRCE20

eTail: Europe

Taking in the sights of Europe this time, eTail is heading to London (baby!) with more insights, news and connections.

Dates: 23-24 June 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailEurope

One-to-One Retail E-Commerce

For the ninth year running, One-to-One Retail E-Commerce will be bringing the best retail experts, knowledge and solutions to Monaco.

Dates: 30 June – 2 July 2020

Location: Monaco

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #1to1Monaco

July 2020 eCommerce events

Ignite

Known as “the world’s biggest B2B marketing learning and networking experience”, join 1,500 others in learning the hottest trends in B2B marketing.

Dates: July 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: b2bmarketing site

Hashtag: #B2BConf

IC5E 2020

IC5E promises to be “the most comprehensive conference focused on… eBusiness, eCommerce, eManagement, eLEarning and eGovernance.” We’re eExcited

Dates: 24-25 July 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 30 July 2020

Location: Seattle, WA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

August 2020 eCommerce events

eTail: Asia

Generate leads, develop opportunities and close business over at eTail: Asia in March.

Dates: 4 – 6 August 2020

Location: Singapore

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailAsia

eTail: Boston

Boston this time, but with the same eCommerce and Omnichannel expertise.

Dates: 10-13 August 2020

Location: Boston, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailBoston

ECOM Expo ’20

Russia’s largest exhibition of technologies, services and innovations for online trading returns for more fun this May.

Dates: 19 – 20 August 2020

Location: Moscow, Russia

Tickets: here

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 20 August 2020

Location: Denver, CO

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 27 FeAugust 2020

Location: San Jose,, CA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

Alibaba E-Commerce Expo

Heading down under, the Alibaba E-Commerce Expo aims to connect local brands and grow small businesses in Australia and New Zealand.

Dates: TBC August 2020

Location: Sydney, Australia

Tickets: here

September 2020 eCommerce events

eTail Connect Autumn

Heading back for the fall, eTail Connect takes a look at the year so far and the year ahead.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: St. Albans, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailConnect

eTail Connect West

If St. Albans, UK is a little far then eTail Connect West might be more up your street, over in San Diego. The same expert knowledge, just a sunnier location.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: San Diego, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eTailConnect

Internet Retailing Expo

The UK’s #1 digital retail show is kicking April off with a bang. Covering the latest industry insights, top technologies and smartest solutions, this is one to block the diary out for.

Dates: 2 – 3 September 2020

Location: Birmingham, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #IRX20

Shoptalk

An all-new Shoptalk is making an entrance in March, with new and original content and an entirely new agenda format. One not to miss.

Dates: 14 – 17 September 2020

Location: Las Vegas, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #Shoptalk

Savant eCommerce London

“Cultivating end-to-end growth in eCommerce”, the sixth annual Savant eCommerce London conference promises to be a great one with a curated gathering of 200+ directors and senior executives from the best brands in UK. Network with top level, hand-picked professionals and learn key insights from the most disruptive brands in the industry like Farfetch, John Lewis, SweatyBetty, Warnern Music, Formula 1 and many more.

Dates: 16-17 September 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #SavanteCommerce

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 24 September 2020

Location: Detroit, MI

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

Richmond Retail & eCommerce Directors

Mix and mingle with 180 senior retailers and 75 retail service providers to create long-lasting business relationships.

Dates: 28 September 2020

Location: Sutton Coldfield, UK

Tickets: here

E-commerce Summit

This exclusive, invitation-only event focuses on the European fashion, lifestyle, home, living, food and care markets – address only the top-trending topics.

Dates: 28 – 29 September 2020

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #ES20

Richmond E-Commerce Forum

Hey Mambo! eCommerce professionals in Italy, this one’s for you. Bringing together demand, supply, ideas, solutions and innovations, this is a must-attend.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: Rimini, Italy

Tickets: here

Connected Commerce

Calling all eCommerce country music fans – this one’s for you. The premier digital commerce summit describes itself as “the perfect blend of education and conversation”.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: Tennessee, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #CCom19

Paris Retail Week

“Paris Retail Week allowed us to meet new customers and partners. But also to learn about new technologies and trends in the Retail sector.” If Sarah hasn’t persuaded you, we don’t know who will.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: Paris, France

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #ParisRetailWeek

eCommerce Expo

Actionable insights derived from data – it doesn’t get simpler than that. Join more than 15,000 delegates, 250 exhibitors and 350 speakers in 200+ hours of content.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #ECE20

RetailGlobal

Everything is underwraps for RetailGlobal US 2020, but we’re sure it’s going to be good.

Dates: TBC September 2020

Location: TBC, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #RetailGlobal

October 2020 eCommerce events

BrightonSEO

The huge and unmissable, twice-yearly search marketing event is perfect for those running their own eCommerce platform.

Dates: 1 – 2 October 2020

Location: Brighton, UK

Hashtag: #BrightonSEO

Drapers Digital Festival

Dedicated to the fashion industry, the Drapers Digital Festival brings a mix of retailers and tech giants to offer practical advice and powerful networking.

Dates: 7 October 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #DrapersDigital

Internet World Expo

Focusing on the future of eCommerce, this long-standing trade fair will give you all of the knowledge you need for the year ahead.

Dates: 13 October 2020

Location: Munich, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #InternetWorldExpo

ECD

Bringing together the stakeholders and eCommerce experts for the sixth time is ECD.

Dates: 13 October 2020

Location: Munich, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #ecd20muc

Future Stores

Future stores describes its event as: “Retail. Reimagined.” In-store experience leaders from Europe’s most progressive retailers will share how to enhance the customer journey in real-life as well as online.

Dates: 20 – 21 October

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #FutureStores

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 29 October 2020

Location: Chicago, IL

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

E-Show Madrid

The E-Show Madrid covers everything eCommerce and digital marketing – including how to make the most of Black Friday.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: Madrid, Spain

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eShowMAD20

Internet World Congress

Learn from the best and speak to the experts at the Internet World Congress.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: Munich, Germany

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #IWC20

Rakuten Optimism

Learn how to transform customers into fans and be inspired to grow your eCommerce business.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: San Fransisco, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag:#RakutenOptimism

Cross Border Summit

If you’re thinking about taking your business global, then this is one for the diary. The ultimate conference for cross-border business is full of the top minds, expertise and strategies to make your expansion great.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: Guangzhou, China

Tickets: here

Magento Live | Europe

The biggest meeting of Magento innovators takes place at Magento Live | Europe – with keynote sessions, merchant panels and live workshops all up for grabs.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #MagentoLive

InternetRetailing Conference

Big-name speakers, competitive products, strategic insights, trend predictions and lots more at this year’s IRC.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: London, UK

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #IRC20

EMERCE Retail Europe

Calling itself “the best day of the year for leaders in online retail”, we can’t add more than that.

Dates: TBC October 2020

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tickets: here

November 2020 eCommerce events

E-Commerce Live

Staying in the tulip capital of the world, E-Commerce Live brings another day of online retailing knowledge.

Dates: 2 November 2020

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #ECL20

eBay UpFront

eBay’s popular UpFront events combine an evening of networking with news, guidance and inspiration for sellers across the USA – 3 hours well spent. 

Dates: 12 November 2020

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eBayUpFront

Savant eCommerce Barcelona

After the success of Savant eCommerce’s first Barcelona event last year, it’s back for 2020, connecting more than 200 directors and senior executives from Southern Europe. Network with top level, hand-picked professionals and learn key insights from the most disruptive brands in the region like Colvin, PepsiCo, Comovita, Bacardi, Havaianas and many more.

Dates: TBC November 2020

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #SavanteCommerce

e-Commerce & Digital Marketing Expo

Focusing on Greece and South-eastern Europe, the e-Commerce & Digital Marketing Expo brings dynamic digital entrepreneurialship to your fingertips.

Dates: TBC November 2020

Location: Athens, Greece

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #eCommerceExpoGreece

Connected Day

Want to wind down your year in the Retail Valley of north Paris? There’s no better reason than Connected Day – the business meeting of minds.

Dates: TBC November 2020

Location: Lille, France

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #Connected Day

B2BOnline

“The world’s leading eCommerce and digital marketing conference for manufacturers and distributors.” Get the real pulse on what’s happening and how you can change for the future.

Dates: TBC November 2020

Location: Miami, USA

Tickets: here

Hashtag: #B2BOnline

Texas eCommerce

Bringing 400+ eCommerce professionals together in one room, you can only imagine the magic that will happen. Join in by signing up.

Dates: TBC November 2020

Location: Texas, USA

Tickets: here

December 2020 eCommerce events

Christmas lead up

The hottest (or coldest) of the eCommerce events 2020 is the lead up to Christmas. Taking place pretty much all month long, this is the best event for boost sales, increasing customer numbers and burning calories. 

Dates: 1-24 December 2020

Location: Worldwide

Relax

And the best event of them all – relaxing. 

Dates: 25 December 2020

Location: Worldwide

 

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