The countdown is on for EMPACK 2026, staged in Madrid, Spain from 11 November 2026 to 12 November 2026 and set to gather the sector under one roof. It brings together professionals, manufacturers, suppliers and buyers from across the industry, serving as a key sourcing and networking platform. Taking place every year, EMPACK 2026 has become a fixture on the industry calendar. Each edition gathers approximately 12200 attendees, making it a major meeting point for the industry. Organised by Easyfairs, each edition is run with the professionalism the industry has come to expect. IFEMA Madrid takes on hosting duties, its layout well suited to crowds and content alike.

When the host city is Madrid, half the appeal is already in place — a well-connected, welcoming base with plenty to offer once the day is done. Madrid is well connected by air and supported by an extensive local transport network, so travelling in from abroad or elsewhere in Spain is rarely a hassle. Lodging is easy to sort in Madrid, with everything from conference hotels to smaller stays with local flavour. Factor in some downtime, because Madrid is the kind of city that turns a work trip into something more. As one of Spain's key destinations, Madrid regularly hosts events that draw an international crowd.

The floor is organised around Packaging, Packaging Technology, Packaging Industry, Package Printing and Packaging Machinery, so finding the right suppliers takes less walking and more talking. For buyers and sellers alike, it is a chance to do in a few days what would otherwise take months of separate meetings. An exhibition of 420+ exhibitors showcases the products and ideas defining the field.

The mix of products, people and business potential makes it a genuinely worthwhile trip. Whether your goal is sourcing, sales or building partnerships, EMPACK 2026 brings wholesalers, retailers and the suppliers who serve them together in one place.

Rooms in Madrid get scarce as the dates approach, so securing a hotel near the venue sooner rather than later is the safer bet.

Travelling in for this one? Our Spain guide covers venues, transport and where to stay.