All agenda items listed below are subject to change.
 

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
3:00 PM - 6:00 PMRegistration Open

Registration opens at 3:00pm on Wednesday, May 28. Come grab your name badge and other swag in the Sinatra Ballroom Foyer.

Center Registration Counter
5:00 PM - 6:30 PMWednesday Evening Activity - TBD  
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6:30 AM - 11:30 AMFarm Field Tours

Continental breakfast available before departure. Bus will pickup and depart near the West Coast Expo registration desk at 6:30am
Cost: $125  (pre-registration required). Limited availability.

Farm Tour Stops TBA

Center Registration Counter
6:45 AM - 12:30 PMGolf Tournament

Breakfast available starting at 6:45am
Shotgun start at 7:30am

Cost: $295

Tee up for new connections. We invite you to our upcoming scramble golf tournament—a perfect opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy a relaxed day on the green. All skill levels are welcome! Cost includes all green fees and breakfast. Club rentals available for additional cost of $95 (simply add to your registration when you sign up). 

Pro Shop
7:00 AM - 10:00 AMPickleball Tournament

Cost is $75 per person. Pickleball paddle and other fun swag provided! A short clinic will start the morning, and then teams will be assigned and a round robin fun tournament format will be played. You'll get to play with a variety of people! Paddles and balls provided. Breakfast and drinks included.

JW Tennis Courts
8:00 AM - 5:00 PMRegistration Open Center Registration Counter
11:00 AM - 6:00 PMExhibitor Move In Sinatra Ballroom
2:30 PM - 5:00 PMBizMatch

BizMatch+ sessions are pre-determined scheduled meetings between buyers and sellers. These are pre-scheduled in advance. Your company will be notified with your scheduled meetings if you are participating. Email us at produceexpos@farmjournal.com if you're interested in purchasing a BizMatch+ session.

The Pavillion
7:00 PM - 9:00 PMThursday Reception

Kick off the West Coast Produce Expo with a high-energy, desert-inspired bash that blends the magic of Coachella with the heart of the produce industry. As the sun sets and the iconic Ferris wheel begins to glow, join us for a networking experience designed to spark connection and celebrate the future of fresh.

Whether you’re catching the view from atop the Ferris wheel or dancing between bites, this is your moment to celebrate the vibrant spirit of our industry—festival style. Come grab a cocktail or two, enjoy fantastic food and bring your business cards and festival spirit! Stay tuned for announcements closer to the event with a full list of reception activities including a ferris wheel and other surprises!

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East Front Lawn
Friday, May 29, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AMPilates & Produce - A Yoga Experience

Join us in The Grove for some outdoor pilates and yoga to start your day! Yoga towels and other swag provided.

The Grove
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMBreakfast

Join us for breakfast to kick off the morning!

JW Pavilion
8:00 AM - 9:30 AMBizMatch+

Pre-determined scheduled meetings. You will be notified individually if you are scheduled to participate in a BizMatch+ session.

Springs Ballroom A-F
8:00 AM - 5:00 PMRegistration Open Center Registration Counter
9:00 AM - 11:00 AMEducation Sessions TBA The Pavillion
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM"Never Give Up - Never Quit"

If you're looking for a sob story you've come to the wrong place, and Travis himself will be the first to tell you so. But if you're looking for an inspiring speaker who epitomizes resilience and who will leave an indelible mark on your audience then Travis is your man. Be prepared to laugh, to reflect, to laugh again, and to stand up and cheer as Travis shares the astonishing story of how he, and his wife Kelsey, live their motto "Never Give Up - Never Quit." The subject of the NETFLIX original movie "Travis - A Soldier's Story" and author of the N.Y. Times Bestseller "Tough As They Come", Travis is a seasoned veteran of the speaking stage who has shared his story with millions around the world. Unabashedly using humor while sharing a story many would consider tragic, Travis redefines human capability and the remarkable power attitude has upon outcome. Travis Mills is a speaker you will never forget.

The Pavillion
11:30 AM - 12:30 PMLunch Served

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The Pavillion
12:00 PM - 5:00 PMExpo Open

Come visit our exhibitors!  View the floorplan here.

Springs & Sinatra Ballrooms
4:00 PM - 5:00 PMClosing Reception

Join us for a cocktail to end the day while making those last stops on the trade show floor!

Springs & Sinatra Ballrooms
5:00 PMExpo Closes Sinatra Ballroom