Snowie Symposium · January 19–21, 2027

For vendors
By vendors

Meet, share ideas, and elevate your business at the third annual Snowie Symposium—an exclusive event for Snowie trademarked vendors.

Cincinnati, OhioThree days of connection & training
Book early$147Per attendee

Independently hosted by Snowie Business Network.

01

Connect

Share experiences, challenges, and successes with other Snowie vendors. Discover what’s working and bring fresh ideas back to your business.

02

Collaborate

Talk marketing and business ideas with people who understand the Snowie business inside and out.

03

Elevate

Gain a deeper understanding of the tools and resources available to you as a Snowie vendor—and put them to work for your business.

One ticket. A full toolbox.

Why attend the Snowie Symposium?

Classes, training, and connections built for shaved ice entrepreneurs at every stage.

01

Behind the scenes

Visit the warehouse and see how to prep and operate.

02

Operator roundtables

Discuss the topics that matter to your business.

03

Real experiences

Learn from seasoned Snowie operators.

04

Proven marketing strategies

Discover resources and materials to help boost sales.

05

Hands-on training

Try equipment, flavors, and new products.

06

Vendor connections

Trade ideas, ask questions, and build lasting relationships.

Snowie vendors sharing ideas during a Symposium session

Built for Snowie-branded operators

Sharpen your skills.
Grow together.

The Symposium brings Snowie vendors together to streamline operations, explore new opportunities, and prepare for the season ahead.

Learn from the people doing the work, discover new tools, and leave with practical ideas you can put into action.

Join fellow vendors

Practical ideas for the season ahead

What to expect at the Symposium

A mix of vendor-led learning, open conversations, and hands-on discovery.

Operations

  • Software to manage a calendar
  • Bookkeeping, taxes, and payroll
  • Creating event contracts
  • Hiring and training employees
  • Equipment maintenance and power solutions
  • Stocking equipment and managing inventory

Connecting

  • Classes led by experienced vendors
  • The latest updates on what’s changing at Snowie
  • A networking dinner to continue conversations and build connections

Marketing

  • Marketing with AI
  • Creating social media Reels
  • Finding quality events
  • Marketing to your strengths
  • New markets to explore
  • Shaved Ice University

Diversifying

  • Off-season opportunities with hot chocolate
  • Lemonade taste-off and recipes
  • Snowda and dirty soda recipes
  • Products from Snowie’s sister company, BREWIE
  • New flavors and toppings

Plan your visit

Three days. One vendor community.

January 19–21, 2027 · Cincinnati, Ohio

Tuesday 198:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 208:30 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 218:30 AM–1:00 PM

Venue & warehouse

Holiday Inn
4501 Eastgate Blvd.
Cincinnati, OH 45245
(513) 752-4400

Snowie Warehouse
1284 Heitman Ln.
Batavia, OH 45103

Detailed schedule coming soon.

Included with your ticket

  • Lunch all three days
  • Networking event and dinner
  • Exclusive Snowie T-shirt

$147 per attendee

Reserve your ticket

Where to stay

Recommended hotel · Snowie room block

Holiday Inn & Suites Cincinnati Eastgate

Reserve your stay through the Snowie Cincinnati 2027 guestroom block for Symposium attendees.

4501 Eastgate Blvd.
Cincinnati, OH 45245

Book your room

On the booking page, enter your arrival and departure dates, then select Search.

Other nearby hotels

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites
4521 Eastgate Blvd., Cincinnati, OH 45245
(513) 947-9402

Home2 Suites by Hilton
856 Eastgate N Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45245
(513) 930-4070

Choose the right event

Exclusively for
Snowie vendors.

The Snowie Symposium is designed for Snowie-branded operators. A signed Trademark Agreement is required.

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Explore the Expo

Snowie vendor ready to welcome the vendor community
Snowie Symposium attendees gathered together

From our vendor community

What past attendees are saying

“We will look forward to gaining additional information every year, not only from Snowie but from other vendors.”

Snowie vendor

“Great value, very informative, and inspirational to motivate us to get better and more efficient going into the new season.”

Snowie vendor

“Love connecting with other Snowie vendors. Would recommend to other Snowie vendors to attend.”

Snowie vendor

Connect. Collaborate. Elevate.

Bring fresh ideas back
to your Snowie business.

Join your vendor community in Cincinnati, January 19–21, 2027.

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Attendee cancellations and no-shows are nonrefundable, except where required by law or expressly agreed in writing. Review event cancellation and refund terms.

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