Welcome To The Big Show The PPAI Expo 2026 – roughly 1 million square feet in scope – will open with product pavilions, new exhibitors and thrilling surprises. The trade show will run Tuesday morning through Thursday afternoon and feature nearly 1,000 exhibiting companies from across the promotional products landscape in more than 2,500 booths. If you’re looking for the latest in sustainable, retail, madein-the-USA or first-time exhibitor products, you’ll find them all in one place at the Product Pavilions. “There’s an energy and a zing from being able to meet with people face to face at what is basically our storefront and talk to them about our products and the new things we have coming up,” says Kate Nash, director of business development and promotional sales at Raining Rose, PPAI 100’s No. 48 supplier. “There’s an energy and a zing from being able to meet with people face to face at what is basically our storefront and talk to them about our products and the new things we have coming up,” says Kate Nash, Director of Business Development and Promotional Sales, Raining Rose. However, before the exhibit floor opens, you’ll want to swing by the Product Pavilion Sneak Peek. This highly anticipated event gives attendees an opportunity to create a game plan so you can map out the products you want to see and the suppliers you want to meet during the time you have available. “The PPAI Expo is where people come to connect, discover and get inspired,” says Ashley Van Der Stuyf, senior manager of events and expositions at PPAI. “We’re looking forward to building off last year’s momentum with new experiences that continue to elevate. Whether you’re a longtime attendee or joining for the first time, we can’t wait to see you at the place to be in January.” PPAI also produces content throughout Expo week, including live interviews with industry experts, compelling TED Talk-style presentations by leading professionals and more. The content airs in multiple locations on site and is brought to you from the Expo Live studio located right in the middle of the action. Whether it’s puppies, pickleball or gourmet treats, you never know what might pop up at The PPAI Expo. 46 • NOVEMBER 2025 • PPAI Must Read | 2026 Expo Preview
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