Must-Attend Real Estate Events in NYC in 2026

New York City’s real estate industry moves fast, and staying ahead means showing up. From conferences and educational programs to networking events, fireside chats, and panel discussions, the right gatherings help agents, brokers, owners, and property managers build relationships, generate leads, and stay informed on market trends. Beyond networking, these premier gatherings spotlight the industry’s most significant deals, rising talent, and lifetime achievements through prestigious annual awards.

This month-by-month calendar highlights key NYC real estate events in 2026, including commercial real estate (CRE), residential real estate, property management, and owner-focused events—serving as a go-to real estate events calendar for New York City professionals.

Check back regularly as we update this list with new events, speakers, and registration details.

January

REBNY 130th Annual Event
When: January 22, 2026
Where: Waldorf Astoria New York, 301 Park Ave
The industry’s foremost leaders, public officials, and civic stakeholders convene at the legendary Waldorf Astoria for a night of recognition and dynamic networking. As the premier "Signature Event" of the year, it celebrates the vital role real estate plays in New York City’s future through high-level collaboration and prestigious awards. Official Event Website

February

Inman Connect
When: February 3-5, 2026
Where: New York Hilton Midtown
Join the industry’s top minds and innovators as we forge the next chapter together. Whether you’re focused on refining your operations, mastering cutting-edge technology, or anticipating the next big trends, Inman Connect New York is where you’ll gain the clarity and confidence to move forward boldly. And, you’ll get the chance to reconnect with the best community in real estate. Official Event Website

Mastering Taxes: A Playbook for Real Estate Agents
When: February 5, 2026
Where: 570 Lexington Ave (REBNY)
Join the industry’s top minds and innovators as we forge the next chapter together. Whether you’re focused on refining your operations, mastering cutting-edge technology, or anticipating the next big trends, Inman Connect New York is where you’ll gain the clarity and confidence to move forward boldly. And, you’ll get the chance to reconnect with the best community in real estate. Official Event Website

Commercial Sales Brokers Breakfast
When: February 18, 2026
Where: 125 W 57th Street
Join Alberto and Salo Smeke, Managing Partners of CSC Real Estate, for a high-impact masterclass on navigating distressed asset acquisitions and the complexities of office-to-residential conversions. This exclusive session provides actionable insights into value creation strategies and the intricate ownership structures required to dominate the 2026 NYC investment landscape. Official Event Website

Building Futures: Mentorship, Legacy & Leadership in Real Estate
When: February 25, 2026
Where: 570 Lexington Ave (REBNY)
Join us for a Black History Month Leadership Spotlight bringing together industry leaders and emerging professionals for an evening of dialogue, mentorship, and insight on the future of real estate in NYC. Official Event Website

March

Residential Market Pulse
When: March 12, 2026
Where: 570 Lexington Ave (REBNY)
Exclusive REBNY event bringing together top industry leaders for a dynamic discussion on the trends shaping our market. From economic conditions and mortgage rates to appraisal techniques and on-the-ground agent insights, our expert panel will deliver actionable perspectives to help you navigate today’s evolving landscape. Official Event Website

Commercial Observer: Future of New York Forum
When: March 19, 2026
Where: 10 Grand Central
Commercial Observer hosts the Future of New York Forum with top business and civic leaders. Official Event Website

Women Shaping the Future of Real Estate
When: March 25, 2026
Where: 570 Lexington Ave (REBNY)
Join us for a breakfast event featuring five distinguished women leaders across NYC’s real estate industry, as they share perspectives on inclusive leadership and the future of the industry. Official Event Website

April

Mastering Taxes: A Playbook for Real Estate Agents
When: April 7, 2026
Where: 570 Lexington Ave (REBNY)
Learn powerful tax strategies to help hesitant sellers list and position yourself as a trusted advisor. Official Event Website

Residential Deal of the Yeas Benefit & Celebration
When: April 30, 2026
Where: Guastavino’s
REBNY’s Residential Deal of the Year Benefit & Celebration, honoring the deals and industry leaders shaping NYC residential brokerage. Official Event Website

May

The Real Deal NYC Real Estate Forum
When: May 6, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion
The Real Deal's NYC Real Estate Forum unites the city’s foremost leaders in real estate, finance, policy, and design to inspire dialogue, foster collaboration, and shape the future of New York’s built environment. Official Event Website

82nd Annual Commercial Sales Most Ingenious Deal of the Year
When: May 11, 2026
Where: Lever House
The Annual Most Ingenious Deal of the Year Awards Ceremony, as recognizes the ingenuity of those who lease commercial space, help finance acquisitions and sell buildings throughout our great city. Official Event Website

June

20th Annual Commercial Management Leadership Breakfast Awards
When: June 11, 2026
Where: 583 Park Ave
This REBNY flagship event brings together extraordinary professionals and honors those who are doing exceptional work in the operation of NYC’s commercial buildings. Official Event Website

AI in Real Estate Summit 
When: June 4, 2026 
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion  
Presented by the U.S. PropTech Council during NY Tech Week, this one-day summit brought together real estate executives, institutional investors, operators, and technology leaders to explore how AI is being deployed across the built environment, from digital twins and data centers to building operations and investment strategy. Official Event Website

CREFC Annual Conference 2026 
When: June 8–10, 2026 
Where: New York Marriott Marquis  
A major gathering for commercial real estate finance professionals, CREFC’s Annual Conference brings together senior leaders across lending, investing, capital markets, and CRE finance to discuss the forces shaping commercial real estate debt markets. Official Event Website 

New York Real Estate Chamber Emerging Leaders & Markets Conference 
When: June 12, 2026 
Where: Columbia University, Alfred Lerner Hall  
NYREC’s signature conference brings together professionals from real estate, housing, government, finance, and community development for conversations around investment, development, emerging markets, and opportunities across the New York region. Official Event Website 

September

REBNY Retail Deal of the Year
When: September 23, 2026
Where: The Town Hall by Skylight in THE PENN DISTRICT
Honor the absolute best in NYC retail brokerage, celebrating the most ingenious and impactful transactions of the year. This high-energy event brings together the city’s top retail brokers and landlords to recognize exceptional creativity, professional skill, and projects that significantly transform the New York City retail landscape. Official Event Website

October

REBNY Residential Member Open House
When: October 6, 2026
Where: REBNY, 570 Lexington Ave
Connect with fellow REBNY members and learn how to make the most of your membership. This networking open house gives residential professionals an opportunity to meet REBNY staff, discover member benefits, and explore resources designed to support their business and professional growth. Official Event Website

Sales Brokers Committee Breakfast: The Entrepreneurial Mindset
When: October 7, 2026
Where: Shaver Hall, 424 Fifth Avenue
Join REBNY’s Commercial Sales Brokers Committee for a conversation with Richard Baker of Baker House and NRDC Equity Partners on entrepreneurship, investing, identifying opportunities, and building businesses in a rapidly changing real estate landscape. Official Event Website

WX 2026 Woman of the Year Gala
When: October 8, 2026
Where: The Plaza
One of NYC commercial real estate’s major annual industry gatherings, the WX Woman of the Year Gala draws hundreds of real estate professionals to recognize a leading woman in the industry. The 2026 gala honors Nancy Lashine, Founder and CEO of Park Madison Partners. Official Event Website

Owning the Room
When: October 15, 2026
Where: REBNY, 570 Lexington Ave
Strengthen the communication, credibility, and negotiation skills that drive successful client relationships. Presented by REBNY and Archway Partners Coaching, this three-hour program brings together industry voices, coaching, interviews, panel discussion, and practical strategies for building trust, influencing decisions, and winning business. Official Event Website

Residential Market Pulse
When: October 15, 2026
Where: REBNY, 570 Lexington Ave
Hear leading residential real estate experts discuss mortgage rates, buyer behavior, valuations, and the forces shaping the NYC housing market. This REBNY panel offers timely perspectives and practical insights for residential professionals navigating changing market conditions. Official Event Website

Commercial Observer: Power Tech and AI Forum & Reception
When: October 19, 2026
Where: 10 Grand Central, 155 E 44th St, New York, NY 10017
Kick off NYC Real Estate Week with Commercial Observer’s forum bringing together investors, owners, developers, brokers, and tech leaders to explore how AI, data, and emerging technology are transforming real estate deals from sourcing and underwriting to leasing and closing. Official Event Website

NYC Real Estate Week
When: October 19–22, 2026
Where: Various locations across NYC
A citywide week of programming dedicated to the future of the built environment, bringing together events focused on how real estate is financed, built, insured, measured, managed, and powered. The 2026 week is presented by MetaProp, CREtech New York, and REBNY, with conferences, forums, networking, and industry programming taking place throughout the city. Official Event Website

CREtech New York
When: October 20–21, 2026
Where: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
One of the largest real estate technology gatherings in NYC, CREtech New York brings together owners, developers, investors, brokers, operators, technology companies, and other industry leaders. The 2026 conference focuses heavily on AI and its impact on investment, development, construction, building operations, and the broader built environment. Official Event Website

Northeast Industrial & Manufacturing Conference
When: October 21, 2026
Where: New York City
Bisnow’s regional conference brings together developers, investors, owners, brokers, and other CRE professionals focused on the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Official Event Website

November

New York Power Women Cocktail & Award Ceremony
When: November 4, 2026
Where: 3 World Trade Center
Bisnow’s annual Power Women event recognizes women shaping New York commercial real estate while bringing together professionals from across development, investment, brokerage, construction, design, and related sectors for an evening of networking and industry recognition. Official Event Website

Commercial Observer: State of Office Forum
When: November 4, 2026
Where: 3 Times Square, New York, NY 10036
Commercial Observer’s State of Office Forum brings together leading owners, developers, investors, brokers, and corporate occupiers to explore NYC’s evolving office market, from leasing and capital strategies to workplace trends, tenant demand, and the road to 2027. Official Event Website

Global Real Estate Summit NYC
When: November 12, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion
Focused on international real estate opportunities, the Global Real Estate Summit brings together brokers, global practitioners, investors, developers, and industry experts for market insights, cross-border business development, referral opportunities, and networking. Official Event Website

59th Annual Conference on Capital Markets in Real Estate
When: November 19, 2026
Where: The Pierre, 2 East 61st Street
Hosted by NYU SPS’s Schack Institute of Real Estate, this long-running industry conference convenes investors, lenders, policymakers, academics, and real estate professionals for discussions on global capital flows, debt and equity markets, institutional investment, private equity, and forces disrupting commercial real estate. Official Event Website

New York City State of the Market
When: November 19, 2026
Where: Convene One Liberty Plaza
Bisnow’s NYC State of the Market conference brings together owners, developers, investors, and other CRE leaders to examine current market conditions and development and investment activity across the city. Official Event Website

26th Annual Residential Management Leadership Awards
When: November 19, 2026
Where: 583 Park Ave
REBNY’s premier residential management awards breakfast brings together 500+ owners, developers, property managers, building service professionals, and industry leaders to celebrate outstanding achievement in the operation of NYC’s residential buildings. Official Event Website

December

REBNY Commercial Holiday Luncheon
When: December 2, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Club New York
Year-end gathering where NYC’s top commercial brokers, developers, and investors connect to discuss market outlooks and celebrate the year's major deals. This high-profile event features a formal reception and a keynote fireside chat with industry titans, serving as the premier networking finale for the city’s commercial sector. Official Event Website - coming soon

ICSC NEW YORK
When: December 9–10, 2026
Where: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
A major annual gathering for retail real estate, ICSC NEW YORK brings together dealmakers, owners, developers, retailers, brokers, investors, and other professionals shaping the marketplaces industry. The two-day event centers heavily on networking, dealmaking, and industry connections. Official Event Website

Crains New York: The Future of New York City Real Estate
When: December 9, 2026
Where: TBD
Official Event Website - coming soon