About this Event
2026 FOOD INDUSTRY EXPO, PHOENIX!
CACTUS IFT WELCOMES YOU TO JOIN AMERICA'S FOOD INDUSTRY LEADERS in Phoenix, AZ for the food industry event of the year!
EARLY BIRD EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION: Just $599 for standard booth until JAN 31, 2026 ... $699 starting FEB 1, 2026 (Registration closes on March 12, 2026)
WHEN REGISTERING: Each exhibiting company will receive two free admission tickets for representatives, and the attending rep information is not needed at this time.
SPONSORSHIPS: We would love your support as a Sponsor, and all sponsors receive promotion online, on social media, and at the event! Simply click on "Get Tickets" and choose a Sponsorship option. We'll help build your company's brand visibility while you support Cactus IFT Scholarships! Feel free to contact one of our organizers (listed below) for more details.
EXHIBITORS AT OUR EXPO represent all segments of the food industry and have the opportunity to showcase their products & services with buyers, innovators, R&D professionals, manufacturers, distributors and much more.
ATTENDANCE IS FREE!
2025 was one of our best years ever! In 2026 we expect hundreds of attendees from ingredients buyers, food manufacturers, beverage & petfood production, dairy & bakery, new product development, nutraceutical & supplements, testing laboratories, food scientists & technologists and pharmaceutical companies.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- Exhibitor Set-Up: WEDS, MARCH 18 2:00-5:00pm ... and ... THURS, MARCH 19, 2026 1:00 - 3:00pm
- Educational Seminar Sessions: Times to be Announced SOON
- Expo Floor: 3:30-6:30pm
- Cocktails & Networking: 6:30-7:30pm (Cash Bar)
Other Event Details - Educational sessions, scientific posters, door prizes and social hour details will be communicated in weeks to come.
BOOTH ASSIGNMENT & FLOOR PLAN - Exhibitor Tables will be assigned in a sequential manner as received (no special requests please). Booth Numbers will be shared 2 weeks prior to the event, and also posted online, to assist with shipping and planning.
HOTEL BOOKING:
Hilton Garden Inn, Phoenix Airport North, 3838 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ, 85008
Booking Details - Limited Rooms at Discounted Rate of $229/night - Please Hurry! Book by FEB 19, 2026. Complimentary airport shuttle, parking and WiFi.
Booking Hotel
Inquiries and Contacts:
Venky Narayanaswamy, Suppliers Night Chair: [email protected]
Ricky Singh, Section Chair: [email protected]
**Refund Policy - Full refund until FEB 15th, 2026; Partial refund (Fees less $250) until MARCH 6, 2025. Sorry, No refunds available thereafter.
**Setup includes 8 feet by 30 inch table top covered by black linen / tablecloth and two chairs
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium and Convention Center, 552 North 40th Street, Phoenix, United States
USD 29.00 to USD 1000.00
