The complete food value chain comes to Chicago, USA — food & beverage, agriculture, technology, packaging & logistics, hospitality, health & wellness, retail, and the Gourmet Pavilion at its heart. January 21–25, 2027 at McCormick Place.
ALPHA30The Food Industry Expo in Chicago spans ten pavilions across the entire food value chain — with the Gourmet Experience as Pavilion 10 at its heart.
Seven core sectors plus the Gourmet Pavilion — from farm and raw materials to processing, packaging, logistics, hospitality, retail and the consumer.
A sample of the exhibitors invited across the food value chain — national & international. The list is open and not limited to those shown.
Exhibitors shown illustrate the type and calibre invited and are not confirmed bookings. To exhibit, email info@gotoapex.com
January 21–25, 2027 — public Gourmet Festival, trade expo, business summit, and a closing company presentations & jobs day.
Friday Night Food Festival — global street food, tastings & live kitchens.
Full expo floor across all pavilions, plus the Awards & Song Contest.
Technology, packaging, agriculture & retail showcases with innovation labs.
Conferences on innovation, sustainability & the food value chain.
Company presentations, startup pitches & the food industry career fair.
Buy visitor passes and exhibitor booths online via ApexTicketWorld & Universe. Early Registration 30% off with code ALPHA30. Prices in USD.
All visitor & exhibitor categories. Use code ALPHA30. Limited inventory.
Discounted rates for groups, delegations & corporate teams of 10 or more.
Save across multiple editions with a multi-city exhibitor & visitor package.
Prices indicative in USD and vary by edition. Full pricing & checkout on the schedule, or email info@gotoapex.com
To connect food producers, technology innovators, distributors, retailers, hospitality leaders and investors in one global platform that promotes innovation, sustainability, quality and international business growth throughout the food value chain.
To become the leading international food industry marketplace and networking platform where businesses discover new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, showcase innovations, and contribute to a healthier and more sustainable food future.
The Food Industry Expo travels the Apex Master Expos circuit. Explore other editions or see the full schedule.
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Bring your food, beverage, technology, retail or hospitality brand to Chicago. Booth packages & regional pricing via the Apex exhibitor programme.