About this expo
The PPAI Expo is recognized as the premier event for the promotional products industry, bringing together leading suppliers and professionals from around the globe. This four-day event, held annually, begins with a dedicated professional development conference, followed by three days featuring an expansive show floor. Attendees can explore hundreds of thousands of promotional products from both domestic and international brands.
Exhibitors showcase a wide array of offerings, including corporate identity solutions, custom apparel, marketing innovations, wearable apparel, drinkware, tech accessories, eco-friendly merchandise, and executive gifts. The show also highlights specialized customization technologies, imprinting equipment, and personalization solutions. This provides a unique opportunity for exhibitors to connect directly with thousands of verified promotional product distributors, corporate buyers, apparel decorators, and industry suppliers.
The event attracts a diverse target audience, including promotional distributors, apparel decorators, corporate gifting executives, supplier partners, and marketing specialists. With nearly twice as many distributor attendees and participants compared to similar industry events, the PPAI Expo is an essential platform for generating significant brand buzz, boosting brand awareness, and fostering new customer relationships.
Highlights
5 items- Largest and longest-running trade show for the promotional products industry
- Features over 1,000 exhibiting suppliers
- Attracts over 4,000 distributor companies
- Held at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas
- AUMA listed
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
The PPAI Expo 2027 is scheduled from January 11 to January 14, 2027, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, United States. The professional development conference is on January 11, 2027, and the main exhibition floor is open from January 12 to 14, 2027.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by Promotional Products Association International (PPAI).
What industries and products are covered?+
The exhibition covers promotional products, corporate identity solutions, custom apparel, and marketing innovations. Products featured include wearable apparel, drinkware, tech accessories, eco-friendly merchandise, executive gifts, customization technologies, imprinting equipment, personalization solutions, corporate gifts, brand customization, apparel and accessories, advertising printing, and related services.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Registration links for attendees are available on the official website. Exhibitors can showcase their business and connect with thousands of committed, professional distributors, corporate buyers, apparel decorators, and industry suppliers from across the globe. For assistance with registration, attendees can contact registration@ppai.org.
What are the practical participation details?+
Ticket prices for specific concurrent events include: Leo Chan-Professional Laugh Lunch Session: $35/Ticket (December 5 - January 10), $45/Ticket (Onsite). The PPAI Expo Opening Reception: $35/Ticket (Through December 4), $50/Ticket (December 5 - January 10), $65/Ticket (Onsite).