Achieve the Impossible
IMTS 2026 will be held September 14-19, 2026 at McCormick Place, Chicago.
As the largest manufacturing technology trade show in the Western Hemisphere, IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show draws the innovators, sellers, and drivers of manufacturing technology together to connect, be inspired, and find new solutions.
Registration has officially opened for IMTS 2026. Media and student registrations will open in February 2026.
Register NowShow Hall & On-Site Registration Hours
| Building / Level | Exhibit Hall Hours | Registration Hours |
|---|---|---|
| East Building, Level 3 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| West Building | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| North Building | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | 8:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| South Building | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | 8:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Student Summit North Building, Level 1 |
9:00am - 3:00pm | M-F 9:00am - 1:00pm | Saturday |
8:00am - 3:00pm |
Hear From The IMTS Community
“I have visited hundreds of shops. All the top shops take the time to go to IMTS to see what's possible.”
Matt Gawlik
President
3D Graphite & Machining
“IMTS is a one-stop shopping trip to improve efficiency for your current work, but also think about the parts you don't have yet.”
Jamie & Chad Sesing
CEO & Vice President & Plant Manager
JTD Enterprises
Future IMTS Dates at McCormick Place
- September 11-16, 2028
- September 9-14, 2030
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