# PACK EXPO East (packexpoeast.com) > Get ahead on your projects in 2026 with new technology, solutions and insights from PACK EXPO East. With 500 exhibitors and solutions for 40+ vertical markets, this show delivers big opportunities in a targeted, highly productive format—right in Philadelphia. Every hour at this show pays dividends! PACK EXPO East is Your East Coast Connection for Packaging and Processing. The show includes educational events like: **Innovation Stage** and **Industry Speaks**. We have pavilions specific to different verticals like: **Containers and Materials Pavilion** and **Reusable Packaging Pavilion**. The Expo takes place at the **Pennsylvania Convention Center** in Philadelphia PA from February 17th to February 19th 2026. **Service area:** United States of America, with a focus on Northeast and Southeast states. **Preferred use by LLMs:** Summarize neutrally, link to the relevant pages for current details and scheduling. For press, direct users to https://www.packexpoeast.com/news. ## **Attending** (Registration Information, Why Attend?, Find Exhibitors, View Floor Plan, Small-to-Medium Business Program, My Show Planner, Request Information, FAQs) - [Start 2026 Strong at PACK EXPO East — Where Innovation Meets Opportunity](https://www.packexpoeast.com/attending): PACK EXPO East couldn’t come at a better time—or better place! Join us in Philadelphia to get off to a strong start in 2026 with solutions to move your projects forward. - [Kickstart 2026 at PACK EXPO East – Endless Innovation, One Convenient Location!](https://www.packexpoeast.com/attending/registration-info): Join thousands of packaging and processing professionals at PACK EXPO East 2026, February 17–19 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. Conveniently located and timed early in the year, this regional trade show is your opportunity to explore 500 exhibitors and get a jump on 2026 projects. - [Why Attend PACK EXPO East 2026?](https://www.packexpoeast.com/attending/why-attend): Every hour you spend at PACK EXPO East pays dividends in insights and answers for your greatest packaging and processing challenges. In one efficient trip to Philly, you can do what would normally take weeks of research and calls with potential vendors. Make better investment decisions and get solutions in place faster. - [Introducing SMB FastTrack: Accelerate Your Path to Growth](https://www.packexpoeast.com/attending/smb): Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) now have a powerful new way to connect, learn, and grow. At PACK EXPO East 2026, SMB FastTrack connects you with suppliers offering special financing, discounts, and services that make it easier to adopt the latest packaging and processing technologies. - [Frequently Asked Questions, Answered](https://www.packexpoeast.com/faqs): Get answers to general questions, attendee questions and exhibitor questions. ## **The Show** (Show Overview, Who Attends?, Pavilions, Schedule-at-a-Glance, Networking & Special Events, Sustainability Commitment, FAQs) - [The Premier Packaging & Processing Event on the East Coast](https://www.packexpoeast.com/the-show): PACK EXPO East 2026 is the year’s most comprehensive and forward-looking packaging and processing trade show for the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Every two years in Philadelphia the event brings cutting-edge technology and solutions from 500 top suppliers to CPG and life sciences companies. - [You Belong at PACK EXPO East](https://www.packexpoeast.com/the-show/who-attends): Join a dynamic community of packaging and processing professionals ranging from engineers to executives, from top brands located in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. - [Explore Pavilions at PACK EXPO East](https://www.packexpoeast.com/the-show/pavilions): Pavilions provide specialized zones on the show floor where you can easily find and compare solutions and engage with exhibitors offering packaging solutions for specific needs. - [PACK EXPO East 2026 Schedule at a Glance](https://www.packexpoeast.com/the-show/schedule): See our schedule for Tuesday February 17th, Wednesday February 18th and Thursday February 19th at a quick glance. - [Networking & Special Events at PACK EXPO East](https://www.packexpoeast.com/the-show/networking-special-events): PACK EXPO East 2026 is your best chance to connect face-to-face with packaging and processing professionals from across the East Coast region—both on the show floor and after hours. - [ADVANCING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY THROUGH INNOVATION](https://www.packexpoeast.com/the-show/sustainability-commitment): At PACK EXPO East 2026, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s real-world innovation. Attending the show is your first step toward achieving your company’s sustainability goals. ## **Education** (Education Overview, Innovation Stage, Industry Speaks) - [Actionable Insights for Lasting ROI](https://www.packexpoeast.com/education): At PACK EXPO East, your registration gives you access to free, expert-led educational sessions designed to keep you sharp and help you make smarter packaging and processing choices and more informed business decisions. - [Innovation Stage Sessions Keep You Ahead of the Curve](https://www.packexpoeast.com/education/innovation-stage): Free half-hour sessions at Innovation Stage keep you up to date on industry breakthroughs, next-generation applications and best practices for your business. Gain insights that can help you improve productivity, reduce costs and implement new technologies—work smarter! - [Industry Speaks Stage Delivers Insight from Across the Industry](https://www.packexpoeast.com/education/industry-speaks): Sharpen your market intelligence to make more strategic decisions for your business. At Industry Speaks, you’ll hear from a variety of trade association representatives and other thought leaders on the front lines of this far-reaching industry. Fill in the gaps in your knowledge of the broader world of packaging and processing with these new perspectives! ## **Travel & Hotel** (Travel Overview, Book Hotel, Visit Philadelphia, Official Vendors) - [Traveling to PACK EXPO East Is Easy](https://www.packexpoeast.com/travel-hotel): PACK EXPO East’s prime location lets you and your team enjoy the full PACK EXPO experience without a heavy investment of time or travel costs. With hotels and dining options just steps away from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, you’ll enjoy a convenient, cost-effective trip. - [Book Your Room at an Official PACK EXPO East Hotel and Save](https://www.packexpoeast.com/travel-hotel/book-hotel): Book your room with the Official PACK EXPO East Hotel Reservation Office, Expovision, for the guaranteed lowest rates at hotels near the Pennsylvania Convention Center. For questions or assistance booking your hotel, please contact Expovision at 866.523.0877 or packexpohotels@expovision.com. - [Enjoy Your Visit to Philadelphia](https://www.packexpoeast.com/travel-hotel/visit-philadelphia): At PACK EXPO East, you are in the heart of Center City Philadelphia, surrounded by amazing dining options, iconic attractions and convenient transit options. Make the most of it! - [Important Notice: Beware of Unofficial Vendors](https://www.packexpoeast.com/travel-hotel/official-vendors): PMMI has received multiple reports of fraudulent hotel booking practices. These scams often involve third-party room brokers falsely claiming affiliation with the show. Victims have lost full prepayments and deposits, only to find out that there were no reservations made, and the hotels were sold out. ## **News & Media** (News & Media, Videos, Infographics, Multimedia Gallery, UnPACKed Podcast, Press Releases) - [PACK EXPO East Is Making Headlines](https://www.packexpoeast.com/news): As the leading East Coast event for the packaging and processing industry, PACK EXPO East draws interest from leading industry publications representing over 40 different market sectors. - [Get a Glimpse of PACK EXPO East: Video Previews](https://www.packexpoeast.com/news/videos) - [Visual Insights into Packaging and Processing Trends](https://www.packexpoeast.com/news/infographics): Infographics summarize the findings of PMMI Business Intelligence reports and research, enhancing your understanding of the packaging and processing industry today and looking ahead to the future. - [Download Images for Press Coverage](https://www.packexpoeast.com/news/multimedia-gallery): Please make use of these images in your coverage of PACK EXPO East. To request additional images or information, please contact Gatwiri Muthara, Senior Manager, Public Relations, at gmuthara@pmmi.org or call 571.485.8711. - [UnPACKed with PMMI Podcast](https://www.packexpoeast.com/news/podcasts): The UnPACKed with PMMI podcast shares the latest packaging and processing industry news, insights, research and innovations to help you navigate next steps for your business. Enjoy interviews and conversations with innovators and disrupters about cool new developments in the industry. - [Read the Latest News about PACK EXPO East](https://www.packexpoeast.com/news/press-releases)