Las Vegas, NV, United States — July 26, 2026 — Footwear brands including Kizik, Andre Assous, and A.S.98 are preparing to showcase their latest collections as The IR Show returns to Las Vegas next week, running from July 28-30, 2026.
The Innovative Retail (Shoe) Show: A Sector Gathering
The IR Show, officially known as The Innovative Retail (Shoe) Show, is a dedicated footwear trade show with a clear mission: to move the industry forward. By bringing together footwear brands and retailers under one roof, the event aims to foster a new inclusive culture for the sector. The upcoming edition, scheduled for July 28-30, 2026, will be held in Las Vegas, NV, United States.
The event is organized by The IR Show and will take place at the Horseshoe Event Center, located at 3655 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA. This location positions the show in a key market for retail and consumer events.
Connecting Brands and Buyers
The IR Show focuses exclusively on the footwear industry, offering a direct setting for exhibitors to showcase products and grow their business. The event provides a distinct opportunity to buy and sell shoes in a fun, relaxed environment early in the season, connecting top footwear brands with key decision-makers. The target audience includes top footwear brands, retailers, and decision-makers, with the event strictly not open to the public.
Evidence of its draw includes the diverse range of brands that participated in the January 2024 edition, such as Kizik, Andre Assous, Cole Haan, Miz Mooz, A.S.98, Victoria, Hoff, Camper, Yellow Box, Arche, and Diba True. Furthermore, buyers from prominent retailers like Zappos, Comfort One, QVC, Tradehome, Shoe City, and Beck's Shoes were expected to attend the January 2024 edition, underscoring the show's importance for retail strategists and buyers.
Building on Past Momentum and Future Signals
The IR Show has established a consistent track record, with several past editions held across key locations in the United States. The most recent event, the January 13-15, 2026, edition, took place in San Diego. Prior to that, Las Vegas hosted the show from July 22-24, 2025, and San Diego again from January 22-24, 2025.
Looking further back, the event held two editions in 2024: July 28-30 in Las Vegas and January 28-30 in San Diego. These recurring dates and locations signal a steady rhythm for the footwear trade calendar. Concurrent events at the January 2024 edition, such as an opening night cocktail party and a "Conversations Over Cocktails" talk, further enhanced networking and industry dialogue.
For more details on the upcoming event, visit https://www.theirshow.com.