Registration Now Open for RCI Candy Convention in Indianapolis

Pictured: Donaldson's Finer Chocolates. Attendees of the RCI Candy Convention will tour local confectionery businesses, gaining behind-the-scenes insight into production techniques, equipment and day-to-day operations.

SPRINGFIELD, MO – April 15, 2026 – Retail Confectioners International (RCI) has opened registration for the RCI Candy Convention, taking place June 8–11, 2026 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The RCI Candy Convention brings together professional candy makers, chocolatiers, suppliers and retailers from across the industry, continuing a tradition that dates back to 1917. The event will feature education sessions, a two-day expo June 9–10, confectionery tours and networking events.

New expo hours for 2026 are 1–5 PM Tuesday, June 9 and 9 AM–noon Wednesday, June 10.

One of the most anticipated highlights of the convention is the behind-the-scenes tours hosted by local confectionery businesses. Off-site tours will take place on Thursday, June 11, giving attendees a unique opportunity to gain insight into production techniques, equipment and day-to-day operations.

Tour stops include:

• Abbott’s Candies in Hagerstown, IN
• Donaldson’s Finer Chocolates in Lebanon, IN
• J. Evelyn Confections in Greenfield, IN

These immersive experiences offer a unique look at how successful confectionery businesses operate—providing ideas attendees can take back to their own shops.

Registration options include an Expo Ticket for $10 in advance ($25 onsite). First-time attendees can save $100 on a 1-Day Education and Expo Ticket with promo code RCIFIRST. For the best value, the Convention Pass offers the most comprehensive experience, with access to events Monday through Thursday.

While the convention is hosted by RCI, all confectionery professionals are invited to attend. Registration is required for all events.

For best rates, register by April 24 at retailconfectioners.org/CandyConvention. For more information about RCI, visit retailconfectioners.org or call 417-883-2775.

Contact:
Lacey Hesse, Marketing Manager
lacey@retailconfectioners.org
417-883-2775

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Retail Confectioners International (RCI) is a not-for-profit trade association serving the confectionery industry. Based in Springfield, Missouri, RCI has represented the interests of confectionery manufacturing retailers and promoted public interest in these products for over 100 years. RCI provides a forum for confectioners to network, share ideas and develop their candy-making and entrepreneurial skills. For more information, please visit www.retailconfectioners.org.