IMTS 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

IMTS 2026 takes place at McCormick Place, 2301 S. Lake Shore DriveChicago, Illinois 60616, Chicago, USA.

Venue website: http://www.mccormickplace.com

IMTS 2026 runs from September 13, 2026 to September 18, 2026.

IMTS 2026 features 1,818 confirmed exhibitors based on our database. See the full exhibitor list.

IMTS 2026 focuses on the Machines-tools - Tools, Robotics, Metal Working Industries, Rapid Prototyping & Additive Manufacturing, Mould & Die, Applied Computer & Industrial Engineering, Real Time Systems & Embedded Systems sector.

Registration and ticketing information is typically available through the official fair organizer. Visit the fair page on AFFAEL or the organizer's website for current registration and visitor pass details.

Booth rental at IMTS 2026 (McCormick Place, Chicago, USA) covers space-only, shell scheme, and custom turnkey options. Submit a booth inquiry → for providers familiar with this venue. See our booth services guide for what each option includes.

At McCormick Place: Union riggers mandatory. Order rigging 4-6 weeks ahead with structural drawings, fire-retardant certification, and weight/dimension approval.

At McCormick Place: Union electricians mandatory. Book 4-8 weeks ahead through the show's official organizer portal. 24-hour power costs ~50% more than show-hours-only.

At McCormick Place: Union freight handling. In US venues, freight is weighed on arrival and billed by the hundredweight (CWT). Charges include: unloading, transport to your booth, empty container storage during the show, and return for teardown. Typical rates: $100-$200 per CWT. Advance warehouse shipping (2-3 weeks before the show) is often cheaper than direct-to-show delivery.

At McCormick Place: Union mandatory. Order I&D through the official show contractor at least 3 weeks before the event.

IMTS is a recurring trade fair. Check the fair page for upcoming edition details.