January is buzzing with e-commerce and DTC energy in New York City as founders, operators, marketers, and tech leaders gather for panels, workshops, and high-signal networking events. From intimate meetups to industry-leading NRF week gatherings, the city offers countless opportunities to connect, learn, and grow your brand in the retail and e-commerce space.
Whether you are looking for DTC insights, Shopify-focused sessions, or community-driven networking, there is something for every e-commerce professional this month. All upcoming events can be found on our events page at https://www.aimerce.ai/events where you can discover the best NYC gatherings for the e-commerce community.
NRF Connections Over Coffee
Date: Monday, January 12
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Place: Bluestone Lane Coffee, 30 Hudson Lobby
About: A casual morning meetup for women and allies in retail and e-commerce to network and share insights before the NRF show floor opens.
SmarterSips: NRF Welcome Hour Presented by Klaviyo
Date: Sunday, January 11
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Place: Virgin Hotels New York City
About: Kick off NRF week with an elevated welcome hour bringing together e-commerce brands, agencies, and technology partners for networking, cocktails, and NYC skyline views.
The Retail Insiders Party 2026
Date: Sunday, January 11
Time: 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Place: Register to see address
About: An exclusive evening gathering for retail insiders to connect, celebrate, and exchange insights during NRF week.
Retail AI Council Industry Reception – The AI Standards Launch
Date: Monday, January 12
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Place: Queensyard
About: An evening reception introducing AI standards for retail and e-commerce, bringing together industry leaders and innovators.
Retail AI Council's Open Doors Meetup at NRF
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Place: Javits Center
About: A hands-on meetup for retail tech enthusiasts and e-commerce leaders exploring AI solutions and industry innovations during NRF week.
Couture & Code 3.0: The Official NRF After Conference Mixer
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Time: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Place: Register to see address
About: A fun and festive mixer for the e-commerce community to unwind, network, and celebrate the close of NRF’s main events.
UGLY TALK: 2025 Learnings & 2026 Priorities in D2C & CPG
Date: Wednesday, January 14
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Place: Shopify NY
About: A discussion on lessons learned in DTC and CPG from 2025 and strategies for growth in 2026.
Upscale NYC Brand Happy Hour
Date: Thursday, January 15
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Place: Register to see address
About: An evening happy hour for NYC brand founders and operators to meet peers, exchange ideas, and expand their network.
The Shopify Renaissance Edition Meet-Up for Developers
Date: Wednesday, January 21
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Place: Shopify NY
About: A meetup for Shopify developers to share knowledge, learn new techniques, and collaborate with the NYC developer community.
eCom Edit: Fashion East
Date: Tuesday, January 27
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Place: 360 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10017
About: A full-day event focused on fashion and e-commerce, featuring panels, networking, and insights for DTC founders and brand marketers.
January is full of e-commerce and DTC events in New York City. See the full list and stay updated on all events at aimerce.ai/events.