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Field Trips

new experiences from Main Street Summit

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What are Field Trips?

Hands-on experiences led by small business owners and operators on-site in their communities.

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Why Attend Field Trips?

Get your boots on the ground and go behind the scenes where business actually happens.

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8-15 people in each group means genuine conversations, not crowded experiences.

In a Small-group Format

Community-led Experiences

Hosted by real owners and operators who have spoken at or attended Main Street Summit.

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Upcoming Field Trips

  • Field Trip: Permanent Equity

    Small Business Stewardship with Permanent Equity | March 3, 2026 in Columbia, MO | Learn More Here

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    Field Trip: Chance Rides & Capital III

    Business as a Platform for Impact - Chance Rides and Capital III | March 16/17, 2026 in Wichita, KS | More

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  • Field Trip: Walker Lumber & Supply

    Serving with Excellence at Walker Lumber | March 23–24, 2026 in Nashville, TN | Learn More Here

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  • Field Trip: Community Impact

    Inside the Business of Local News with Community Impact | April 21, 2026 in Austin, TX | Learn More Here

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All-in Pass Required

The all-new Field Trip Experiences are a perk for All-In Passholders. An All-In Pass grants you access to all of the Field Trips throughout the year. We have three Field Trips planned, with many more being added to the calendar!

Want to sign up for a Field Trip? Grab your All-In Pass or upgrade from a Classic pass - and you’ll get the invite to sign up!

All-In Pass

$5,000

$6,000 Retail

Increasing to $5,500 on May 1st

All-In Pass is All-Inclusive. It includes everything in Classic, plus access to the Atrium, Field Trip experiences, and exclusive invitations to on-site events.

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✔ Special invites to the all-new Field Trip Experiences

✔ Full access to all programming

✔ Priority access to book sessions

✔ Full access to the Atrium (free meals, coffee, drinks, and other refreshments)

✔ Special invites to Curated Lunches

How Do field Trips Work?

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Purchase All-In pass or upgrade from Classic

Choose Your Experience

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Browse Field Trips and pick what matters most to you

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Limited to 8-15 people on a first-come basis

Join Your Community

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Spend the day learning with fellow community members

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Main Street Summit 2026 takes place September 15-17, 2026 in Columbia, Missouri. All sessions and events are held in downtown Columbia within walking distance of hotels and restaurants.

  • Full-day, behind-the-scenes experiences with the owners and operators at the heart of this community. Small groups. Real access. Think Airbnb Experiences, but for business.

  • To sign up to join us on a Field Trip, you’ll need to register for an All-In Pass to Main Street Summit 2026 or upgrade your current Classic Pass. After that, our team will send you private links to sign up for any and all Field Trips of your choosing! We have three trips announced, with many more on the way.

  • Main Street Summit is designed for small business owners, operators, and investors across seven industry tracks. Whether you're running a $2M business or a $50M business, if you're building, buying, or investing in small businesses, this event is for you.

  • Absolutely. Many attendees bring key team members to maximize learning and ensure everyone is aligned on new strategies and insights. Email team@mainstreetsummit.com to learn more about Team Pass Packages.

  • Email us at team@mainstreetsummit.com and we'll get back to you shortly!

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