2026 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit
May 19–21, 2026 | Charlotte, NC
The Westin Charlotte
** "Early bird" tickets are now on sale for a special low price! **
Registration
The 2026 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit promises to be our biggest and boldest event yet, so get your ticket now at our special "early bird" discounted rate. Last year's event was SOLD OUT, so don't wait on this one!
Field trip sign-up information coming soon.
General Summit Pass
$1,000 **Save $150 off regular price**
2+ full days of programming
Dozens of speakers
Access to all sessions including mainstage, breakouts, and workshops
Receptions and networking
Exhibits and creative installations
Breakfast, lunch, snacks and receptions featuring sustainable, low-waste, locally-sourced food and beverage
Nonprofit Summit Pass
$625 **Save $75 off regular price**
2+ full days of programming
Dozens of speakers
Access to all sessions including mainstage, breakouts, and workshops
Receptions and networking
Exhibits and creative installations
Breakfast, lunch, snacks and receptions featuring sustainable, low-waste, locally-sourced food and beverage
The General ticket type is for the following groups:
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Businesses
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For-Profit Solution Providers
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Investors or Funders
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Trade/Industry Associations
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Other
The Nonprofit ticket type is for the following groups:
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Educators
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Government
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Nonprofits
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Researchers
Cancellation Policy
If you are no longer able to attend the Summit, email the Summit Planning Team to process the cancellation. Registration fees will be refunded according to the timeline below:
If you cancel by March 18, 2026, the registration fee will be fully refunded minus a 3% processing fee per ticket.
If you cancel between March 19 and April 18, 2026, the registration fee will be refunded minus a $75 cancellation fee and a 3% processing fee per ticket.
Cancellations made on or after April 19, 2026 will not be refunded.
In lieu of canceling, you can transfer your ticket to someone else for no charge.
We'll be hosting this year's ReFED Summit at the top-rated Westin Charlotte—located in the city's financial district and featuring on-site restaurants and shops, a 24-hour fitness center, plus the Westin's legendary "Heavenly Beds" for an amazing night's sleep.