IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO 2026 takes place at McCormick Place, 2301 S. Lake Shore DriveChicago, Illinois 60616, Chicago, USA.

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

IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO 2026 runs from July 11, 2026 to July 14, 2026.

IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO 2026 features 1,393 confirmed exhibitors based on our database. See the full exhibitor list.

IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO 2026 focuses on the Food Processing Industries, Packaging, Catering & Hospitality Industries 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 IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO 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.

IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPO is a recurring trade fair. Check the fair page for upcoming edition details.