Planning to exhibit at PACK EXPO (PACK EXPO (packaging technology)) at McCormick Place / Las Vegas (alternates) in Chicago? This page is your PACK EXPO-specific budget planning tool — venue cost norms, show quirks, deadlines, and a calculator pre-loaded with PACK EXPO cost data. ~2,000 exhibitors and 45,000+ attendees make it one of the packaging industry's major moments.
PACK EXPO cost benchmarks (2026 estimates)
| Cost item | PACK EXPO typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Booth space rental | $30–$50 / sq ft | McCormick Place / Las Vegas (alternates) |
| Hotel (show week, per night) | $170–$400 | Chicago market |
| Drayage / material handling (per move) | $300–$520 | standard shipments |
| Typical 10×10 all-in budget | $15,000–$45,000 | space + build + travel + services |
| Show duration | 4 show days | annual (city alternates) |
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PACK EXPO show details
Full name: PACK EXPO (packaging technology)
Venue: McCormick Place / Las Vegas (alternates)
Timing: October-November (annual (city alternates))
Industry: Packaging
Scale: ~2,000 exhibitors · 45,000+ attendees
PACK EXPO-specific budget pitfalls
- Live packaging machinery demos need water, air lines and 3-phase power — these are special orders with long lead times
- Heavy equipment moves need machinery riggers, not standard drayage — get rigging quotes alongside your booth quote
- City alternates between Chicago and Las Vegas — check which venue this cycle; cost indexes differ by ~10-15%
- Downtime at a packaging line demo costs credibility — bring spare parts and a technician pass
Deadlines that protect your budget
Rigging and machinery move-in windows are assigned — submit floor plans early to get workable slots. Missing advance deadlines means paying 20–50% more for the same services. The exhibitor checklist generator turns these into a dated task list.
FAQ
How much does a booth at PACK EXPO cost?
For PACK EXPO at McCormick Place / Las Vegas (alternates), a typical 10×10 presence runs about $15,000–$45,000 all-in depending on build level and team size. Booth space itself runs $30–$50 per sq ft. Use the calculator on this page for a PACK EXPO-specific estimate.
When is PACK EXPO October-November?
PACK EXPO (PACK EXPO (packaging technology)) is held in October-November at McCormick Place / Las Vegas (alternates). Dates shift year to year — always confirm on the official show site before booking.
What makes PACK EXPO budgeting different?
Live packaging machinery demos need water, air lines and 3-phase power — these are special orders with long lead times
Related: All show guides · Chicago cost guide · Industry benchmarks · Hidden fees checklist · Drayage guide
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