National Restaurant Association Show 2027 Stand in Chicago: Your Turnkey Booth Builder
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Each spring, Chicago hosts the National Restaurant Association Show, the major trade show for the American restaurant industry. The next edition will take place from May 22 to 25, 2027, at McCormick Place.
National Restaurant Association Show: the offering for the American food service industry
The show brings together kitchen equipment, technology, furniture, packaging, food products, and services. Visitors include independent restaurateurs, chain executives, chefs, and specialized distributors. Organized by the National Restaurant Association, it reflects the concrete concerns of the sector: kitchen productivity, recruitment, and margins. For a brand, it is the place to prove that a solution saves time.
McCormick Place: the convention giant on the shores of Lake Michigan
As the largest convention center in North America, McCormick Place is served by O'Hare and Midway airports. The size of the venue requires high-impact structures and a strong identity. Certain setup and electrical tasks fall under local labor unions with regulated rates.
HORECA and equipment stands: Expace expertise
We design demonstrative stands featuring fully equipped kitchens, service counters, and meeting spaces. Manufactured in France, with shipping and follow-up managed by our Montreal office. Discover our food, wine, and lifestyle stands page and all our custom-made stands.
Our references in the food service industry
The Brioche Dorée stand at Franchise Expo 2026 for Brioche Dorée (sheet Franchise Expo Paris) aimed to convince future franchisees. Bridor entrusted us with their Bridor stand at Bake & Snack 2026 (sheet Sirha Bake & Snack), targeting chefs in search of ready-to-serve bakery products.
Tips for exhibiting at the National Restaurant Association Show
Anticipate labor regulations: identify what must be handled by local contractors.
Order services early (electricity, water, gas): rates increase as the show approaches.
Prepare import formalities: temporary admission and FDA regulations.
Quantify your arguments: time savings, yield, cost per portion.
Frequently asked questions about the National Restaurant Association Show
When should we start preparing our stand?
Ten to twelve months in advance to secure the location and organize shipping.
Where and when will the next edition take place?
From May 22 to 25, 2027, at McCormick Place, Chicago.
Can Expace design and assemble a stand in Chicago?
Yes. Design and manufacturing in France, logistics to the United States, and coordination of the assembly with local contractors.
Launch your stand project for the National Restaurant Association Show. Also discover: Food & Hotel China, Food & Hotel Thailand and all our international trade shows.
category :
HORECA, equipment
Location:
McCormick Place
Date:
May 22–25, 2027
Frequency:
Annual
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