Expo West 2025 Events

See our full event Agenda here and don't forget to register!

Climate Day

Tuesday, March 4 | 9:00am - 6:00pm | Marriott

Connect with inspirational leaders at Climate Day and discover the information, innovations, and community your company needs. We’ll discuss key initiatives for the natural products industry and how to support your climate goals in 2025 (and beyond!) From keynotes to an interactive Community Resource Fair & Reception, you'll experience it all at Climate Day!

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Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace

Tuesday, March 4 | 12:00 - 5:00pm

This innovative outdoor event combines the lively appeal of a traditional farmers’ market with the hustle and bustle of an industry trade show. Enjoy a wide range of certified organic products, including the latest in organic trends from all of your favorite brands, all showcased under the bright California sun! This one day event is one you won't want to miss.

Natural Products Business School

Tuesday, March 4 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Marriott, Grand Ballroom F | $150

From growing your retail distribution to securing aligned funding, join us before the tradeshow floor opens at Expo West for six hours of interactive programming. Designed specifically for emerging brands, Business School will help you develop new relationships with peers and industry experts through education sessions, personalized workshops, and a networking lunch.

*To secure your spot, select Natural Products Business School as an add-on during registration!

AHPA Herb Walk

Tuesday, March 4 | 1:00 - 5:00pm | Fullerton Arboretum
SEPARATE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Join the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) for their annual Herb Walk, a guided tour of the beautiful 26-acre botanical gardens at the nearby Fullerton Arboretum. Located on the California State University, Fullerton campus, the Arboretum’s permanent collection features more than 4,000 plant species from around the world. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about culinary and medicinal herbs and their uses from a faculty of renowned herbalists. Bus transportation to and from the Anaheim Hilton and the Fullerton Arboretum will be provided.

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Expo West Block Party

Tuesday, March 4 | 3:00 - 6:00pm

NEW for 2025, we’re excited to introduce the Expo West Block Party! It’s the perfect way to kick off your Expo West experience—join us for live music, amazing food (of course!), and a chance to connect with new faces and friends!

Naturally Network Power Up Experience & Happy Hour

Tuesday, March 4 | 5:00 - 7:30pm
SEPARATE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

The Power Up experience is an Expo West kick-off event that creates space for emerging brand founders to connect with key industry leaders, professionals, and companies integral to the success of a CPG company. The networking experience will feature key industry partners offering best practices and how-to resources that support retail readiness and growing a brand in a relaxed and facilitated environment. Power Up your week and attend this event! Light appetizers and drink tickets included with your paid ticket.

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Natural Products Expo West Pitch Slam

Tuesday, March 4 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | Marriott, Marquis Ballroom Center

Join us for the Natural Products Expo West Pitch Slam competition! This exciting event features pitches from 10 standout emerging brands, Q&A with expert judges, and a vibrant community celebration! Come for the pitch; stay for the networking. Together we’ll share a toast to purpose-driven innovation!

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Early Morning Yoga

Wednesday, March 5 - Friday, March 7, 2025 | 7:30 - 9:00am

Join us on the Grand Plaza each morning for an early morning yoga session to start the day centered and rejuvenated.

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Keynote: The State of Natural & Organic

Wednesday, March 5 | 8:30 - 10:00am

Don’t miss this information-packed keynote session highlighting product trends and industry insights. Inform your business strategy, discover what’s next in product innovation, and join the conversations driving positive change within the organic and natural products industry.

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Gender Equity in Nutraceuticals Networking Event

Wednesday, March 5 | 4:00 - 6:00pm | Hilton, California B

Across the nutraceuticals and supplements industry, women and men are collaborating to drive innovation. Join Women In Nutraceuticals (WIN) for a networking reception focused on how together we can achieve economic and societal equity to transform the global nutraceuticals industry. Supporting gender parity from the boardroom to the research lab benefits businesses, empowers women to unlock their potential, and ultimately benefits consumer health. Let’s #WINtogether!

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An Organic Night Out: Honoring The Year's Best in Organic

Wednesday, March 5 | 6:00 - 10:00pm
SEPARATE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Registration will open mid-January 2025.

You’re invited to a remarkable ticketed event that aims to support and advance the organic movement. Hosted by The Organic Center and Organic Voices, this event promises an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities, all while supporting a greener and healthier future for our planet. Think of this as the “Organic Oscars” and join guests celebrating the success of organic brands and companies in communicating the impact of organic to consumers. Network with other organic stakeholders and then enjoy dinner while taking in a one of a kind awards show while learning about the research and work being done to advance organic and have a meaningful impact in the areas of consumer education, crop production, soil health, food safety, climate, sustainability and more. 

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Community Brunch

Thursday, March 6 | 8:30 - 11:00am | Marriott East Lot Tent

Join us on Thursday morning to connect with your peers and clients at this free brunch open to all attendees and exhibitor.

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Keynote: HIVE Interactive's AI Unleashed

Thursday, March 6 | 9:00 - 10:00 am | Marquis Ballroom Center

Get ready to discover all the ways AI will revolutionize the natural products industry - and your business! Join HIVE Interactive's CEO, Mitch Mitchem and CCO, David Hanscom, as they share how AI tools can enhance our work, and most importantly, allow us to spend more time being creative, doing what we love in our community. 

*If you leave this keynote fired up with questions about generative AI platforms, prompts, the future of labor, or the Terminator, join Mitch and David for an interactive workshop on Friday morning, March 7 at 10am!

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Evenings on the Plaza

Wednesday, March 5 - Thursday, March 6 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | Grand Plaza

Wind down after a day of walking Expo West with live music on the Grand Plaza! Each year, we have a variety of musical guests that play a concert at the end of the day. 

Wednesday:
The War and Treaty

Thursday:
Margo Price

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J.E.D.I (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) Community Happy Hour

Thursday, March 6 | 4:00 - 8:00pm

Join New Hope Network, alongside partners (included), Naturally Network, J.E.D.I. Collaborative and Project Potluck for a Thursday afternoon happy hour taking place on the Arena Plaza. Together we’ll break down barriers and create a more inclusive, equitable and diverse natural products industry.

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NEXTY Awards Ceremony & Celebration

Thursday, March 6 | 6:00 - 8:00pm

Celebrate CPG’s next-gen innovators! Join us for a prom-inspired celebration of the future of CPG with our 2025 NEXTY Award winners and finalists! Buyers, ask your favorite brand to dance or offer up a fanciful corsage or boutonniere, as you sip, taste and network with companies leading the way in integrity, innovation, and inspiration (throwback dresses and suits encouraged!)

LGBTQ + Allies Networking Reception

Thursday, March 6 | 6:00 - 7:30pm

Natural Products Expo West strives to promote diversity and inclusion within the industry for our LGBTQ+ peers and colleagues. Join community members and allies for an evening of drinks, networking, and fun! The Naturally Proud Network 501(c)(3) will be highlighting a local non-profit which has been advocating, supporting, and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community.

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