NSSF SHOT Show
January 19, 2026 - January 23, 2026
The 2026 SHOT Show, presented by The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), brings together some of the top professionals involved with the shooting sports, hunting and law enforcement industries.
The 2026 SHOT Show is the 5th largest tradeshow in Las Vegas and is the world’s largest trade show for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting accessories industry. There simply isn’t a bigger and better firearms event to attend!
SHOT Show 2026 Party List: After Parties, Receptions, Mixers & Invite-Only Events
Show dates: January 20–23, 2026 (Las Vegas). Many events start early, so check the schedule below. We’ll keep updating as organizers announce details.
| Mon Jan 19 | Tue Jan 20 | Wed Jan 21 | Thu Jan 22 | Fri Jan 23 |
Monday, January 19, 2026
- Date & Time: Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Boulder Rifle & Pistol Club, Boulder City, NV 89106
- Description: Invite-only media and industry event where exhibitors showcase new firearms, optics, and gear in a live-fire environment. One of the most anticipated pre-show experiences each year.
Law Enforcement & Armed Forces Kickoff Meet & Greet
- Date & Time: Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Caesars Forum (LE Lounge)
- Sponsored by: Daniel Defense
- Description: Kick off SHOT Week with a casual mixer for law enforcement and military professionals. Must be registered for the Law Enforcement Education Program. Separate fees apply.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Industry Welcome Reception
- Date & Time: Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: Great Outdoors Plaza
- Sponsored by: Fiocchi
- Description: Kick off the first night of SHOT with networking, live music, and complimentary drinks under the Vegas sky. A casual way to meet peers before heading to evening parties.
After Dark Welcome Mixer
- Date & Time: Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Location: Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Bar (8 min drive from Caesars Forum)
- Description: Official SHOT After Dark event for badge holders with an After Dark package. Limited capacity; open bar upgrades available.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Industry Networking Reception
- Date & Time: Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: Great Outdoors Plaza
- Description: Enjoy free drinks and good conversation as industry pros gather for this midweek networking reception.
After Dark Mixer
- Date & Time: Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Location: Atomic Golf (13 min drive from Venetian Expo)
- Description: Another official After Dark event bringing together exhibitors, buyers, and attendees in a relaxed social setting. Limited entry for After Dark badge holders.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Industry Happy Hour
- Date & Time: Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: Great Outdoors Plaza
- Description: Wrap up another busy day with complimentary drinks, outdoor networking, and live entertainment.
After Dark Mixer
- Date & Time: Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Location: Zouk Nightclub (10 min drive from Venetian Expo)
- Description: Official SHOT After Dark finale. Badge holders only; limited space available. Open bar upgrade recommended.
Lock, Load, and Let Loose 2026: The SHOT Show Singles Mixer
- Date & Time: Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
- Location: 3535 Cocktail Bar, The LINQ Hotel + Experience, 3535 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Registration: Eventbrite
- Description: You’ve spent all day talking gear—now it’s time to unwind. Meet other SHOT Show attendees for a fun, laid-back night of cocktails and conversation.
Friday, January 23, 2026
More SHOT Show parties and networking events are added weekly as we get closer to January. Check back often for updates.
Attendance at the SHOT Show is RESTRICTED to the shooting, hunting, and outdoor trade; and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement, and tactical products and services ONLY.
The show is not open to the public. Admission to the show requires government-issued photo identification plus documentation demonstrating direct, professional affiliation to the trade.
Attendees at this year’s SHOT Show can expect:
- The latest gear, guns, ammunition, knives, outdoor apparel, optics, and firearms related products and services.
- More than 2,400 exhibitors showcasing the latest and greatest in shooting, hunting, and tactical gear.
- The ability to network with the top firearms and outdoor companies in the world.
- To meet some of the top hunting and tactical industry professionals in the world.
- To attend some of the year’s best after parties, seminars and firearms industry events. SHOT Show has some of the best after-parties in Las Vegas.
In addition to the guns that everyone comes to see, SHOT SHOW offers the latest hunting, outdoors, survival and tactical equipment for you to check out before it hits the store shelves. 
How Many People Attend the Las Vegas SHOT SHOW Over 70,000 industry professionals attend the SHOT Show, making it the world’s largest trade show for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting accessories industry. The NSSF carefully restricts attendance to professionals in shooting, hunting, and outdoor trade.
