SLATS 2027: Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show in Las Vegas

The Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show (SLATS) is the industry's annual gathering for licensed sports merchandise. It takes over the Las Vegas Convention Center every January, bringing licensors, licensees, retailers and colleges under one roof for three days of sourcing and dealmaking. More than 300 exhibitors showcase the latest apparel, collectibles, gifts and tailgate gear. All major professional leagues and hundreds of collegiate programs are represented, with licensors including CLC, NASCAR, NHL, MLB, NBA and NFL on the show floor. Buyer attendance spans mass retail, specialty and fan shops, e-commerce, university bookstores and licensing departments from over 200 universities. Past attendees include Amazon, Target, Fanatics, Sam's Club, TJX, Hot Topic, Dick's Sporting Goods and many more. SLATS pairs the exhibit floor with the License to Buy incentive program and dedicated networking events so both buyers and exhibitors leave with measurable ROI. The 2028 edition is already scheduled for January 26-28, again at the Las Vegas Convention Center.