Grassroots Connect
November 9-12, 2026
Kansas City Convention Center
Kansas City, MO


Lodging

Hotel booking links are available to retailers first as they are required to book within our blocks to qualify for reimbursement. Vendors will receive booking links on August 31, 2026. Please note: Staying in the blocks is a requirement for retailers to be considered for show reimbursement.

  • Loews Kansas City Hotel - Host Hotel
    • Room Rate: $230.00 + tax & fees
    • Deadline to book: October 14, 2026
  • Hotel Phillips Kansas City, Curio Collection by Hilton
    • Room Rate: $174.00 + tax & fees
    • Deadline to book: October 23, 2026

Please do not split your stay across two properties. We ask that you book your full stay at one of the hotels listed below that best suits your needs.

Please note that our venues or hotels will not contact you directly to book a room or schedule travel to Connect in Kansas City. While other third-party companies may contact you regarding the show, please know they are not in any way associated with Grassroots Connect, and as such, please use caution in answering solicitations.


Airline Discounts

The following airlines are offering discounts for Grassroots attendees. Please note the codes are only for travel to/from the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) just outside of Kansas City, MO and only around the show dates.

  • Delta: Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for Grassroots Outdoor Alliance
    • Please click here to book your flights. Discount code will autofill.
    • You may also call Delta Meeting Network at 1(800) 328-1111 Monday-Friday 8am-6:30pm (ET) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM52T .
    • Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
  • United: We are pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to our upcoming event.

    • To make flight reservations online please click on discount code ZS52718117.

    • MileagePlus members earn valuable miles for their travel when using the Meetings discount code.

    • You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday – Friday at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance. Booking fees are waived for Meeting reservations.

    • Discounts range from 2-8% and are not applicable to Basic Economy fares.