Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show

Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show Bringing together the licensees and retailers who are the key players in the business of sports licensing. You can’t get this kind of deal anywhere else.

If your store sells sports-related licensed products or tailgating supplies, the Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show is where you should be to shop nearly 400 exhibits with products licensed by over two dozen sports leagues and licensors. Countless items are available across all categories – from apparel and accessories to toys and souvenirs. All of the major leagues and collegiate teams are represented here. This is your chance to see what your customers are going to want next season! Networking events and educational sessions allow you to see what your peers are up to and gain ideas that you can take home an implement in your own store right away. Plus, the License to Buy discount program offers incentives for buyers to place orders right on the show floor!

Fire up the grill, it's National Tailgating Day! 🏈From team flags and coolers to gameday gear that turns any parking lot...
09/05/2026

Fire up the grill, it's National Tailgating Day! 🏈

From team flags and coolers to gameday gear that turns any parking lot into a party, tailgating is where fan passion lives loudest.

And every great tailgate starts with great products. That's exactly what SLATS delivers.

SLATS 2027 is the premier B2B marketplace for sports licensed merchandise, bringing the whole industry to Las Vegas Jan. 20-22.

Here's what's waiting for you:
- 400+ exhibitors across every product category
- New products to discover, touch, see and feel
- The latest trends shaping licensed sports retail
- Order-writing opportunities right on the show floor
- The entire industry, all under one roof

If your shelves stock the gear fans love, this is where your best buying year begins.
Celebrate today, then start planning your trip to Las Vegas!

Registration is open: https://hubs.ly/Q04wMqj10

Rep your colors! 🎉 College Colors Day is here, and school spirit has never looked so good.Every jersey, hoodie and gamed...
09/04/2026

Rep your colors! 🎉 College Colors Day is here, and school spirit has never looked so good.

Every jersey, hoodie and gameday accessory starts with the right lineup, and that's where SLATS comes in. SLATS is where pro and collegiate merchandise, fan pride and licensed sports retail all meet under one roof.

Here's what's waiting for you at SLATS 2027:
- 400+ exhibitors across every product category
- 2,000 qualified buyers ready to shop
- 200+ collegiate licensing reps in the room

College bookstores and licensing leaders count on SLATS to discover new products, stay ahead of trends and connect with the vendors who bring school spirit to life.

Show your colors today, then plan your next big buying trip! SLATS 2027 hits Las Vegas Jan. 20-22.

Registration is now open:
https://hubs.ly/Q04wLvWj0

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Registration for SLATS 2027 is officially OPEN! 🎉The MVP of sports retail is coming back to Las Vegas, Jan. 20-22, and y...
09/03/2026

Registration for SLATS 2027 is officially OPEN! 🎉

The MVP of sports retail is coming back to Las Vegas, Jan. 20-22, and your seat at the industry's premier B2B marketplace is ready to claim.

Here's what's waiting for you at SLATS 2027:
- 400+ exhibitors across every product category
- New products to discover before your competition
- The latest trends shaping licensed sports and tailgate merchandise
- Order-writing opportunities right on the show floor
- The whole industry, all under one roof

Whether you're a retail buyer, collegiate licensing leader, bookstore team or sports merchandise pro, this is where your best buying year begins.

Don't wait! Register now and mark your calendar for Las Vegas.
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04wFNdl0

07/20/2026

SLATS 2027 is officially on the horizon—and we're already counting down!

📅 Save the Date: Jan. 20-22, 2027
📍 Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV

Here's a taste of what's coming:
- 400+ exhibitors covering every product category
- NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, NASCAR and collegiate licensing all in one place
- Face-to-face time with top vendors and fresh product finds
- Order-writing deals with money back through License to Buy
- Real networking with licensors, retailers and the people who make this industry tick

Go ahead and lock it in now—you won't want to miss this one! If you want to be reminded when registration opens up in late August use the link in bio.

Didn't catch SLATS 2026? No worries—watch our recap video to see what all the buzz was about and why 5,200+ industry pros made the trip. See you in Vegas! 🎰

Get notified when registration opens: https://hubs.ly/Q04q1Xms0

SLATS Day 3! Still going strong. Check out these great brands: Flag & Anthem - booth 7115, Desert Cactus - booth 7109,...
01/23/2026

SLATS Day 3! Still going strong. Check out these great brands: Flag & Anthem - booth 7115, Desert Cactus - booth 7109, Hydrapeak - booth 7103, Franklin Sports Inc - booth 4029, Reyn Spooner - booth 3090, Lusso - booth 3102, Simple Modern - booth 7137

01/22/2026

Check out live laser engraving at FATHEAD. Booth 6171.

01/22/2026

What an incredible opening night at the Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show! 🎉🎳

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night at Brooklyn Bowl—the energy was unreal. Great company, amazing music, bowling, and delicious food made for an unforgettable kickoff.

A huge thank you to our sponsors, and , for helping make the night such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Here’s to an amazing show ahead 🙌

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