Switchback
The education and business gathering for the outdoor industry community
Join us at Switchback Spring 2025, the premier gathering for the outdoor industry community, taking place from June 16-18, 2025 in Nashville, TN at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. Switchback Spring offers a dedicated platform for specialty retailers, media, and brand leaders in backpacking, apparel, and footwear to connect, learn, and grow.
Exclusive Benefits for OIA Members
OIA members enjoy discounted Switchback 2025 exhibiting rate of $27 per square foot.
10×10: $2,700 | 10×20: $5,400 | 20×20: $10,800
Included with Each Booth:
- Back drape (8 ft. high), side drape (3 ft. high), and rail drape
- Booth identification sign (7 in. x 44 in.)
- Comprehensive listing on the event website and mobile app
- Two exhibitor badges per 100 sq. ft. of booth space
Why Attend Switchback
Discovery
Switchback provides the opportunity to discover new products, new relationships, and new pathways to grow your business. An interactive, dynamic exhibit hall, valuable networking time, and thoughtful education combine to create one-stop events with endless opportunities for discovery.
Industry Leading-Education
Switchback offers full days of educational programming built to address the outdoor industry’s current challenges and trends. Targeted programming will be applicable and valuable to specialty retailers across all business levels and positions.
Time to Connect
Dedicated time for connection—created with the attendee experience in mind—will happen intentionally throughout each event. From happy hours and receptions to structured meeting time, expect to build new relationships, learn from your industry peers, and celebrate the outdoor specialty community.
A One-Stop-Shop
Switchback packs value into just three dedicated days. Centrally located in Nashville, you’ll access leading brands, the latest products, meaningful networking, and unmatched education—all in an accessible location and a short amount of time.
Join Our Member-led Collective
Become an OIA member and join our passionate group of business leaders, climate experts, policy makers and outdoor enthusiasts committed to sustainable economic growth and climate positivity while protecting—and growing access to—the benefits of the outdoors for everyone.
Call 303.444.3353 to speak to a membership manager today.