Sweets & Snacks Expo Indianapolis

The Sweets & Snacks Expo is the largest and most influential trade show for confectionery and snack products in North America. It is exclusively open to industry professionals. Since its inception in 1997 by the renowned National Confectioners Association (NCA)—an organization with decades of experience promoting the success of the confectionery industry—the expo has become a key meeting point for manufacturers, retailers, and industry experts.

The event takes place annually, alternating between two major venues: McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, one of the largest exhibition centers in North America, and the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, known for its modern infrastructure and central location.

The Sweets & Snacks Expo serves as a comprehensive platform for sharing insights on market trends, product innovations, and business opportunities. Key themes include sustainable packaging solutions, new flavor profiles, seasonal sales strategies, and innovative approaches to e-commerce and omnichannel retailing. In addition, the expo places strong emphasis on product development, offering manufacturers a stage to showcase the latest technologies and advancements.

The exhibition covers the full spectrum of the confectionery and snack industry—from chocolate, candy, gum, and cookies to popcorn, packaged cakes, granola bars, savory snacks, meat snacks, and nuts. Highlights include the New Product Showcase, where exhibitors unveil their latest creations, and the interactive Shoppers Solution Theater, offering practical insights into successful retail concepts. Another major attraction is the in-house product competition, where attendees vote for their favorite items from a curated selection using handheld scanners.

With its clear focus on innovation, networking, and market growth, the Sweets & Snacks Expo provides significant value to industry professionals aiming to stay ahead in a dynamic market. It is much more than a product exhibition—it is a forward-looking showcase of the future of the confectionery and snack industry.

The Sweets & Snacks Expo will take place on 3 days from Tuesday, 13. May to Thursday, 15. May 2025 in Indianapolis.