June 4—7, 2024
Mexico, CDMX MX

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Scroll below to view frequently asked questions surrounding EXPO PACK México. The FAQs have been divided up into sections to help you quickly find your answers.

Still have questions? If you are a prospective attendee, send us an email at mercadotecnia@expopack.com.mx. If you are an exhibitor and have questions outside of what is listed below, send us an email at operaciones@expopack.com.mx.

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Where will EXPO PACK México 2026 take place?

EXPO Santa Fe México.

Av. Santa Fe 270, Santa Fe,
Álvaro Obregón, 01210 CDMX, México
exposantafe.com.mx

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What are the show dates and exhibit hours?

Tuesday, June 2 – Thursday, June 4, 2026: 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Friday, June 5, 2026: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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What are the age restrictions at EXPO PACK México 2026?

No person under the age of 18 is allowed on the show floor before, during, or after the show. Neither strollers nor carried infants are allowed on the show floor.

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How do I book my hotel?

The official EXPO PACK México Hotel Reservation Office is Olé and hotel reservations will open in September 2025.

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Will there be shuttle bus service from the hotels to the convention center?

Yes. Complimentary shuttle bus service will run between official hotels and Expo Santa Fe during the morning and afternoon hours around the show’s opening and closing times. Detailed information will be available in Spring 2026.

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How can I become an Exhibitor at EXPO PACK México?

The show is sold out. To join the waitlist and receive more information, please contact:

Guadalupe Olvera, Exhibitor Support and Sales, México
Phone: + 52 (55) 5545 4254 ext. 123
Email: ventas@expopack.com.mx

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How can I improve my priority point standing?

Each exhibitor is assigned a priority point for space selection.

EXPO PACK México and EXPO PACK Guadalajara hold separate priority standings. By exhibiting continuously, and by those ahead of you in priority not exhibiting, an exhibitor begins to move up the priority point system.

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What is drayage?

Drayage is the moving of the primary exhibitor’s machinery, etc., off the exhibitor’s truck at the dock to the exhibitor’s booth and back to the dock to be loaded back onto the truck. This is included in the price of the exhibitor’s booth space—a benefit not seen for other packaging and processing trade shows.

The space rate includes a $8.00 per square meter charge for Drayage/Material Handling covering all inbound and outbound drayage/material handling costs for primary exhibitors. Drayage is the moving of the primary exhibitor’s machinery, etc., off the exhibitor’s truck at the dock to the exhibitor’s booth and back to the dock to be loaded back onto the truck. This is included in the price of the exhibitor’s booth space—a benefit not seen for other packaging and processing trade shows.

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What is the payment schedule for booth space?

Rebook Schedule:

50% August 14, 2025

50% November 13, 2025

Regular Schedule:

30% August 15, 2025

30% November 13, 2025

40% February 12, 2026

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What is the booth space cancellation policy?

Regular Rate: Your 30% deposit is nonrefundable and nontransferable. For cancellations received after November 14, 2025 and prior to February 13, 2026, the exhibitor will forfeit any monies paid to date, up to 60% of the total booth price. Any cancellations received after the final payment deadline (February 13, 2026) will forfeit 100% or all monies paid to date. For details, see the Rules & Regulations.

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What is included in the standard online exhibitor directory listing?

All exhibiting companies are provided a complimentary online directory listing that includes: 

• Company Description and Contact Information
• Link to Company Website
• Social Media Links
• Product Categories
• Sustainability Description
• Vertical Markets Served
• Press Releases

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How can I upgrade and improve my online directory listing?

Contact your exhibit sales representative about upgrading your complimentary online directory listing. Upgrade packages help you increase visibility and make a stronger impression on buyer attendees. You’ll find package details on the Package Upgrades page.

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How many complimentary booth personnel badges do we receive?

Exhibitors receive 1 free badge for every 3 sq. meters of booth space reserved. Additional badges are $140 MXN.

Note: Badges will not be mailed and can be picked up on-site at Exhibitor Registration, or at the EXPO PACK Mexico Office between May 23, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM only.

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What are the height regulations?

The maximum height allowed for booth construction is as follows:

Booths 9 square meters and under are allowed a maximum height of 3.5 meters

Booths 18 sq. meters and under are allowed a maximum height of 3.5 meters for all display material including logos and graphics, and according to the limitations of Expo Santa Fe.

Booths 19 sq. m. and over are allowed a maximum height of 5 m. for all display material including logos and graphics, and

according to the limitations of Expo Santa Fe.

If the location of building columns, utilities or other architectural components of the facility is a consideration in the construction or usage of an exhibit, it is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor to physically inspect the facility to verify all dimensions and locations.

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Whom do I contact regarding sponsorships and advertising opportunities?

For EXPO PACK México sponsorships opportunities, contact:

Guadalupe Olvera, Exhibitor Support and Sales, México
Phone: + 52 (55) 5545 4254 ext. 123
Email: ventas@expopack.com.mx

Veronika Brumm, Exhibitor Support and Sales, International
Phone: +1 571 612 3193
Email: vbrumm@pmmi.org

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How can I invite my customers and prospects to attend for free to the show?

Every exhibiting company receives a unique comp code that can be used for complimentary attendee registration! Free customized marketing collateral will be available to all exhibitors once attendee registration launched in February 2026.

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When will registration open and how much does it cost?

Registration is $200 MXN. Registration includes access to free educational sessions on the Innovation Stage and KEYNOTES.

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Is there a Baggage and Coat Check?

Yes, the Baggage and Coat Check is in the lobby next to Hall A entrance. Hours of operations: June 2-4, 12:00pm - 7:00pm, June 5 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.

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Where can I pick-up my badge?

Badges can be picked up onsite as you arrive for the show. Registration is easily accessible in the main lobby of EXPO Santa Fe.

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What is the age restriction for EXPO PACK México?

No person under the age of 18 is allowed on the show floor, before, during or after the show. Neither strollers nor carried infants are allowed on the show floor.

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What are the show days and hours for students?

Students are welcome to attend EXPO PACK México on Friday, June 7 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm only.

All students must register as a student in advance and receive approval. Students must present their printed confirmation or QR code at along with their student ID the Student Registration Desk.

For additional information: mercadotecnia@expopack.com.mx.

Note: Students must be at least 18 years old.