PACK EXPO International 2026 | Packaging Trade Show in Chicago, IL

NAVIGATE THE SHOW WITH THE MOBILE APP

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Cast Your Vote By Noon

View the 2026 Technology Excellence Awards finalists and vote for your choices. Check back this afternoon for the winners!

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GET THE LATEST SHOW NEWS

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PICK UP YOUR BADGE

Find badge pick-up locations at McCormick Place. Hotel badge pick-up is available until 11:00 am today.

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GET TO THE SHOW

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WIN A $1,000 GIFT CARD

Complete the Scavenger Hunt on the mobile app and be entered to win one of three $1,000 gift cards!

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VIEW TODAY’S SESSIONS

See what’s on today at the educational stages throughout the show floor.

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FIND EXHIBITORS

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

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ATTENDEE RESOURCE CENTER

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CONNECTWITH INDUSTRY PEERS

Meet peers and potential partners at networking opportunities throughout the show.

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ORGANIZE YOUR VISIT

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NEW TO THE SHOW?

Find the First-Time Attendee Lounge, orientation sessions andother resources to help you get started.

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Industry News

October 8, 2026

Packaging Policy’s Role in Public Health Preparedness

October 7, 2026

Closing the Gap on Closed Loop Recycling Adoption

October 9, 2026

From EPR to Reuse: Get Answers at Sustainability Central, PACK EXPO International

October 6, 2026

Coca-Cola Scores a Fan Connection with Football Packaging

October 7, 2026

When AI Actually Helps

October 2, 2026

Nestlé Canada Invests Over $50 Million in Toronto Confectionery Factory

OCTOBER 18 – 21, 2026

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA

The SHOW IS OPEN!