
IFT FIRST Annual Meeting & Food Expo 2026
- July 12 - 15, 2026
- Chicago, Illinois

IFT FIRST Annual Meeting & Food Expo – Institute of Food Technologists
What is the IFT FIRST Annual Meeting
What is the Food Expo?
Who Should Go?
- Food scientists
- Product developers
- Business owners
- Students
- Food safety specialists
- Ingredient vendors
Why is This Event Significant?
- Learning – Attend sessions and panels.
- Innovation – View the latest food technology.
- Networking – Network with industry professionals.
- Growth – Learn how to expand your business.
- Updates – Keep up to date on trends and regulations.
What Can You Expect at the Event?
Educational sessions
Educate yourself on the best aspects of food science and research.
Product displays
Observe new food products and technologies.
Networking events
Get to know other food professionals and companies.
Live demonstrations
Observe how food innovations are created.
Start-up pavilion
Take a look at what creative food firms are developing in food tech.
Location and Dates
The 2026 edition of the convention will be held at McCormick Place in Chicago, USA, from July 12–15, 2026. The venue changes every year. For more details about the event, please visit the official website.
How to Prepare for the Expo
- Early register
- Book your booth in advance
- Plan your schedule
- Make your booth unique
- Get your marketing materials ready
- Practice your product demos
Who Comes to the Expo?
- Ingredient firms
- Food technology firms
- Equipment companies
- Packaging firms
- Research institutes
- Universities and colleges
What Will You Learn?
- New food safety laws
- Ingredient of healthy foods
- Plant food science
- Food sustainability
- Intelligent packaging
- Product innovation
How Can Students Benefit?
AARS Exhibits LLC – Your Event Partner
If you are planning to exhibit at the IFT FIRST Annual Meeting & Food Expo – Institute of Food Technologists, Aars Exhibits, a trusted trade show booth builder in Chicago, can help bring your vision to life.
- Custom exhibit design
- Installation and dis-installation of booths
- Printing and signage
- Rent displays
- Complete event support
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Explore Our Trade Show Booth Design Service and Sizes
10×10 Booth Design
A small and economical one, useful for first-timers or small entrepreneurs.
10×20 Booth Design
A nice one with a sufficient amount of space to make for more displays and interaction.
10×30 Booth Design
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What Our Clients Say About Us
Here are testimonials from our clients who thank us for our emphasis on dedication, creativity, and attention to detail. We take pride in creating exhibitions that generate business rather than blank looks.

Have worked with AARS since before COVID and they have not let us down even once. Even during the pandemic we could rely on them to execute and construct our booths according to our agreed designs. even when we could not attend the exhibitions in person. Communication is efficient despite being on the other side of the world and time zone differences and workmanship has always been top notch.
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AARS Team did a great job with our stand. Their method of working was very effective and they coordinated very quickly to get the project done on time. The final result was very good. We were very happy to have them on board!
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Thanks a lot to all the team! It was a real Pleasure to work with you, the communication was good and the quality of work too.
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