Trade Shows in Chicago 2026–2027
FindExpo lists 23 upcoming trade shows and expos in Chicago, United States from Sep 14, 2026 to Feb 21, 2027. Each card below shows the dates, venue and industries; open it for trip budget, flights and hotels.
Trade Shows in Chicago in 2026
IMTS 2026
Sep 14–19, 2026 · McCormick Place
IMTS is a major manufacturing trade show that highlights advanced manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, machinery, and metalworking. It features CNC machining, robotic integration, additive manufacturing, motio
Industrial RobotsMotion Controlrobotics
International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS)
Sep 14–19, 2026 · McCormick Place
IMTS pushes the boundaries of manufacturing innovation with exhibits on machinery, metalworking, and advanced technologies. Manufacturers discover advancements redefining the industry.
manufacturing
MoneyLive Summit North America
Sep 14–15, 2026 · McCormick Place
North American edition focusing on payments, fintech innovations, and financial services trends.
financefintech
Learning Technologies USA
Sep 23–24, 2026 · McCormick Place
Focuses on learning technologies, e-learning, and corporate training innovations.
educationsoftware
International Conference on Educational Sciences (ICES) - Chicago
Oct 2–5, 2026 · McCormick Place
International conference on educational sciences.
education
International Conference on Pedagogy and Psychology (ICPP) - Chicago
Oct 2–3, 2026 · McCormick Place
International conference on pedagogy and psychology.
education
International Conference on Teaching and Education Sciences (ICTES) - Chicago
Oct 2–3, 2026 · McCormick Place
International conference on teaching and education sciences.
education
International Conference on Educational Sciences (ICES)
Oct 4–5, 2026 · -
ICES Chicago edition convenes experts to share findings on educational theories, policies, and innovative practices.
education
International Conference on Pedagogy and Psychology (ICPP)
Oct 4–5, 2026 · -
ICPP in Chicago delves into psychological aspects of teaching and learning to foster better educational environments.
education
International Conference on Teaching and Education Sciences (ICTES)
Oct 4–5, 2026 · -
ICTES Chicago highlights scientific approaches to teaching and education sciences for professional development.
education
Regenerative Agriculture & Textiles Summit 2026
Oct 15–16, 2026 · McCormick Place
Summit exploring sustainable textiles from regenerative agriculture sources. Focuses on eco-friendly apparel production innovations.
textilesfashion apparel
PACK EXPO International 2026
Oct 18–21, 2026 · McCormick Place
PACK EXPO International is one of the largest packaging and processing shows with over 2,600 exhibitors across 40 industries. It covers packaging machinery, materials, labeling, and automation technologies. The event dra
packagingprocessinglabeling
PACK EXPO INTERNATIONAL - CHICAGO
Oct 18–21, 2026 · McCormick Place
North America's largest packaging and processing show offering quality professional experience and packaging innovations for each vertical market.
chemicalsmanufacturing
8th Annual Conference on EV Charging Infrastructure US
Oct 20–21, 2026 · McCormick Place
Key conference addressing EV charging infrastructure deployment, standards, and grid integration. Gathers utilities, policymakers, and industry leaders.
automotiverenewable energylogistics
The Cooperator Expo Chicagoland
Oct 22, 2026 · Navy Pier
Real estate and commercial real estate event focused on cooperative housing.
construction
Chicago Build Expo 2026
Oct 28–29, 2026 · McCormick Place
Construction and design fair covering building, construction, architecture, and decoration.
construction
American Food Manufacturing Summit
Nov 2–3, 2026 · McCormick Place
Executive-level food manufacturing conference in its 7th year, hosting over 200 industry executives and solution providers for strategic insights.
food beveragemanufacturing
Chicago Toy & Game Fair – CHITAG
Nov 5–8, 2026 · Rosemont Convention Center
North America's largest toy and game fair features experiential and interactive exhibits for consumers, influencers, media, and trade professionals. The event includes interactive activities and holiday season kickoff ev
toys games
PLMA's Private Label Trade Show
Nov 15–16, 2026 · Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Most commercially focused and retail buyer-dense food and beverage expo in North America with over 5,000 trade professionals including chain buyers, category managers, and procurement executives.
food beverageimport export
SC26
Nov 15–20, 2026 · McCormick Place
International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis with AI applications in computational research. Gathers scientists, engineers, and developers for sessions and networking.
softwareai ml
Trade Shows in Chicago in 2027
Powder and Bulk Show 2027
Jan 1 – Apr 29, 2027 · Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Industrial materials and bulk handling exhibition relevant to construction material suppliers and manufacturers.
constructionmanufacturing
h+h americas 2026
Feb 6–8, 2027 · McCormick Place
Premier trade show for hobbies, handcrafts, and textiles including apparel fabrics. Attracts international exhibitors and craft professionals.
textilesfashion apparel
International Conference on Renewable and Sustainable Energy (ICRSE)
Feb 21–22, 2027 · McCormick Place
Conference dedicated to renewable and sustainable energy technologies and research.
renewable energy