Sunday, October 18, 2026: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday, October 19, 2026: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday, October 20, 2026: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday, October 21, 2026: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Get ready to attend the biggest packaging and processing event in the Americas—PACK EXPO International 2026, happening October 18–21 in Chicago, Illinois.
It’s where you’ll discover cutting-edge packaging and processing technologies, explore innovations for 40+ vertical industries, find solutions and make connections to help move your business forward.
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PACK EXPO International offers tools and resources to help you easily build an efficient, personalized show itinerary.
In focused pavilions, attendees can quickly find relevant solutions and connect with exhibitors who understand their needs. Discovery Tours, led by industry experts, offer an even more efficient way to zero in on innovations in specific categories.
Gain insight, perspective and inspiration from free, on-floor educational sessions at the Innovation Stage, Food & Beverage Processing Innovation Stage and Industry Speaks. Learn from experts shaping what’s next in packaging and processing. You’ll leave with ideas you can put into practice immediately.
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Whether you’re traveling from another continent or attending for the first time, we want to make your visit productive and stress-free. From travel support to trip planning, explore resources tailored to newcomers and international visitors.
international attendees“I think anybody in the packaging field or production and manufacturing should come yearly just to see what's out here, what’s new. You just don’t know. So, it’s a good way to see so much at one time.”
Book your hotel early, use My Show Planner to organize your agenda and get ready to experience the industry’s main event. Planning ahead will ensure you maximize your time at the show.
