Adult Novelty Expo 2026 Announces Seminar Lineup
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The self-proclaimed "Premier Pleasure Product Expo," the 2026 Adult Novelty Expo (ANE), returns January 21-23 at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas and has just announced its seminar lineup.
What & Where
ANE is part of the 28th edition of the AVN annual adult expo. The full weekend features five separate events: the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE), Adult Novelty Expo (ANE), GayVN Awards Show, "O" Awards, and the 43rd annual AVN Awards Show.
The ANE will feature the latest industry news on adult pleasure products. Of the seven seminars scheduled for the three-day event, all but one will be held before the show's opening hours.
The Seminar Schedule
Wednesday, January 21
9–10 a.m.: Tariffs: WTF is Going On? — An in-depth discussion on how tariffs affect the adult toy industry throughout the supply chain.
10–11 a.m.: Wellness and the Expanding Adult Retail Landscape — Examining the intersection of cannabis products and supplements within the pleasure products sphere.
Thursday, January 22
9–10 a.m.: AV and the Novelty Industry Legal Panel — Addressing age verification and its effects on the adult product industry, including allowable website images, credit card processing, and privacy concerns.
10–11 a.m.: Aging in the Industry — Addressing sexual health and wellness products for an aging population in retail settings.
3–4 p.m.: OGs in the House! — A panel of seasoned adult toy professionals, each with over two decades in the business, share their experiences.
Friday, January 23
9–10 a.m.: AI in Novelty — Exploring how technology is impacting retail staff training, manufacturer integration, and customer knowledge in the adult toy sector.
10–11 a.m.: Basics for Retailers: BDSM, Anal Pleasure and the G Spot — A crash course on staff training for the most popular adult toys, with industry retail specialists sharing tips on today's best sellers.
Visit noveltyexpo.com for more information.