Save the dates for the printing-related conferences in the U.S. and Europe that best meet your company’s business growth and training needs. Below are some of the major printing conferences planned for 2026.
US. Conferences
Impressions Expo
Three regional trade shows for the imprinted and decorated apparel industry. Exhibitors display apparel screen printing equipment, multi-head embroidery machines, direct-to-garment (DTG) printing options, sublimation equipment, as well as apparel blanks for products that can be custom decorated. Hosted by Emerald. a producer of market platforms that integrate media and live events. Visit: impressionsexpo.com to learn more.
March 26-28, 2026
Atlantic City Convention Center
Atlantic City, NJ
October 22-24
Dallas Market Center
Dallas, TX
GPX (Graphics Pro Expo)
Regional exhibitions of products and services for entrepreneurial graphics professionals who want to build or expand businesses with awards and personalization, apparel decorating, and/or sign and display graphics. Hosted by GRAPHICS PRO magazine.
March 12-14, 2026
Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas
Irving, TX
August 13-15, 2026
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, CA
September 10-11, 2026
Cleveland, OH
November 13-14, 2026
Charlotte, NC
ISA Sign Expo 2026
April 8-10, 2026
Pre-Conference: April 7
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL
The ISA Sign Expo is a premier event in the signage, graphics, and visual communications industry. It brings together professionals from local and national sign companies, experiential design firms, non-profit and public-sector organizations, and sign buyers. Exhibitors show the latest technologies for wide-format printing, 3D printing, CNC routing and engraving, digital contour cutting, vehicle wrapping, and digital signage. Materials and software for fabricating indoor and outdoor signs, displays, and exhibits are also displayed. Hosted by the International Sign Association. Visit https://signexpo.org for more details.
Forum InfoFlex
April 26-29, 2026
Baird Center
Milwaukee, WI
Expo and conference for flexographic printing professionals. Sessions highlight innovations in flexography, the digital transformation of printing, and hybrid flexo/digital printing systems. Hosted by the Flexographic Technical Association.
LOUPE Americas
September 15-17, 2026
Donald J. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont, IL (Near Chicago Airport)
Formerly LabelExpo, Loupe will expand the scope of the expo to connect, inspire, and equip professionals who produce labels, flexible packaging, and folding cartons. For more information about LOUPE, visit: https://www.loupe-global.com
Hosted by Informa Markets, a trading division of Informa PLC, a leading international events, digital services and academic research group.
PRINTING United Expo 2026
Sept. 23-25, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Expansive exposition of printers, finishing devices, printable materials, and software that can be used to print graphics, displays, marketing collateral, textiles, apparel, direct mail, packaging, electronics, promotional products, decor, and more.
Organized by the PRINTING United Alliance, a trade association for professionals in the industrial, graphic, garment, textile, electronics, packaging and commercial printing markets. Visit printingunited.com/ to learn more.
Europe-Based Conferences
Future Print Tech: Industrial Print
Motorworld
Munich, Germany
Jan. 21-26, 2026
Manufacturing executives and process engineers can learn about the latest industrial screen and digital printing technologies for advanced manufacturing. Experts will discuss emerging opportunities in automobile and white-goods appliance manufacturing, product decoration, printed electronics, and interior decor. Hosted by FuturePrint, a content platform for the development of new printing technology. To learn more, visit: https://www.futureprint.events
FESPA Global Print Expo
May 19-22, 2026
Fira Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
Bringing together more than 550 exhibitors and 14,000 international visitors, this event showcases innovations in wide-format, digital, screen, and textile printing, along with signage, personalisation, and sustainable technologies. Co-located with the European Sign Expo and the Personalisation Experience, it features product launches, live demonstrations, expert talks, and competitions like World Wrap Masters. Hosted by FESPA, a global network of specialty printing associations.
drupa 2028
May 9-17, 2028
Messe Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf, Germany
Held every four years, the global drupa printing technologies expo provides inspiration, world-class knowledge transfer, and intensive networking at the highest level. A who’s who of top international decision-makers meet to discuss the latest technology trends and discover ground-breaking innovations. Visit www.drupa.com for highlights of the 2024 drupa and details about what’s planned for 2028.