October 22, 2026
Forging Timeless Connections
The Historic Ironworks | Columbus, GA

The 24th Annual Southern Convenience Store & Petroleum Show is bringing more than a new location and a new date this year, it's bringing a whole new experience.

For the first time ever, The SHOW is becoming a true buying show. Retailers are encouraged to come ready to discover new products, place orders, and take advantage of exclusive show-only opportunities from participating exhibitors from across the state and beyond!

Whether you're searching for the next best-selling snack, exploring new foodservice programs, evaluating equipment, or looking for innovative services to improve your operation, The SHOW is designed to help you keep you ahead of the curve so that your business will continue to see the benefits long after the event ends!

Held on October 22, 2026, at the Historic Iron Works in Columbus, Georgia, this year's theme, Forging Timeless Connections, reflects the relationships that continue to strengthen Georgia's convenience store industry. While exhibitors showcase the latest products and services, retailers will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with trusted partners, build new connections, and discover solutions that can drive their businesses forward.

The excitement begins the day before The SHOW with an evening networking event and fundraiser, giving attendees even more opportunities to connect before the exhibit hall opens.

The morning of we will be kicking off at 8:00am with a retailer education session on “When the going gets tough...LEAD,” led by Former Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture and now Managing Partner of On Point Strategies Gary Black!

Best of all, retailer registration is completely free. So, grab your buying team, wear comfortable shoes, and come ready to buy! You'll leave with fresh ideas, valuable connections, and products that can make an immediate impact on your stores!

We'll see you in Columbus, Ga this October as we forge new partnerships, discover new opportunities, and launch the first-ever GACS buying show!

Looking to register as an EXHIBITOR? Click here!
​Check out the retailer brochure to learn more! Click here!
 
Looking to register as a RETAILER? Click here!
 
Click here to see the live floor plan!
 
Need a hotel room? Click here to book under the GACS room block!
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