2026 RCI Annual Convention
 
SCHEDULE
*The following times are tentative and subject to change.
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Sunday, June 7, 2026
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| All Day
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Early Arrivals
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| Monday, June 8, 2026
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| All Day |
Arrivals
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| 1:00-7:00 PM
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Exhibitor Move-In and Setup, Exhibit Hall J
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| 1:00-2:00 PM |
2025-2026 Executive Board Meeting,
Cameral, The Westin
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| 3:00-3:15 PM
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Exhibitor Meeting, Exhibit Hall J |
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4:30-5:30 PM
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Registration,
Capitol Ballroom Foyer,
The Westin
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5:30-6:00 PM
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NEW for 2026! Membership Meeting, Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
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6:30-9:00 PM
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Welcome Reception
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| Tuesday, June 9, 2026
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7:30 AM-3:00 PM
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Registration Desk Open, Convention Center
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7:30-9:00 AM
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Breakfast, Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
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7:30-9:00 AM
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Setup for Candy Clinic, Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
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8:00-11:00 AM
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Exhibitor Setup, Exhibit Hall J
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9:00-10:00 AM
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Education
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10:00 AM-12:00 PM
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NEW HOURS!
Candy Clinic
(RCI Member Exclusive), Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
Candy Makers: Bring your best ideas, from product and packaging innovations to new holiday creations! Earn the most votes from your peers and take home an award!
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1:00-5:00 PM
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NEW HOURS!
Industry Expo, Exhibit Hall J
Explore what’s new in the confectionery industry and connect with industry suppliers of ingredients, machinery and equipment, packaging, wholesale and more.
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Dinner on own
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7:30-9:00 PM
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NEW HOURS!
Next Generation Event
(RCI Member Exclusive)
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9:00-11:00 PM
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Sweet Meet
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| Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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7:00-8:00 AM
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Breakfast, Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
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7:30 AM-2:00 PM
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Registration Desk Open, Convention Center |
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8
:00-9:00 AM
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2026-2027 Board of Directors Meeting & Breakfast, Cabinet | Caucus, The Westin
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| 8
:00-9:00 AM
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Education
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9:00 AM-12:00 PM
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NEW HOURS!
Industry Expo, Exhibit Hall J
Explore what’s new in the confectionery industry and connect with industry suppliers of ingredients, machinery and equipment, packaging, wholesale and more.
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1:00-2:00 PM
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Education
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2:30-3:00 PM
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Boxed Chocolate Exchange, Convention Center
This fun tradition presents the opportunity for candy makers to samples each other's confections and see how they're packaged. Members are encouraged to bring a one-pound box of their assorted chocolates to the registration desk during check in. The boxes will be displayed during the convention week. Participants will have an opportunity to select a box from another member during the exchange.
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3:00-4:00 PM
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Education
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4:00-5:00 PM
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Kettle Talk Open Discussion (RCI Member Exclusive)
Unlock the secrets to making exceptional confections during this open forum discussion. Come with your questions and expect to cover topics ranging from production, marketing and merchandising to business operations and more.
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7:00-10:00 PM
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Awards Banquet, Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
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| Thursday, June 11, 2026
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| 6:30-8:00 AM
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Breakfast, Capitol Ballroom, The Westin
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| 7:00-8:00 AM |
Registration Desk Open, Capitol Ballroom Foyer, The Westin
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8:00 AM-4:45 PM**
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Buses Leave for Off-Site Tours
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