Sweets & Snacks Expo 2026

The Sweets & Snacks Expo 2026 will take place on May 19–21, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Organized by the National Confectioners Association (NCA), it is the world’s largest trade fair dedicated to confectionery and snack products, attracting over 18,000 industry professionals including manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers.

Key features include the New Product Showcase, presenting more than 1,800 innovations across categories such as candy, chocolate, savory snacks, better-for-you products, and alternative offerings. A highlight is the Most Innovative New Product Awards, recognizing outstanding launches in multiple categories.

The event also hosts the Supplier Showcase (May 18–19), offering early access to packaging, ingredients, equipment, and business services, and Distributor Connect (May 21), facilitating direct business

matchmaking between brands and distributors. With its comprehensive program, the Sweets & Snacks Expo 2026 is the ultimate platform for discovering trends, building networks, and shaping the future of the global snack and confectionery industry.