FABTECH 2027: Dates, Location & Exhibitor Guide
Quick answer: FABTECH 2027 runs Sep 13–16, 2027 at McCormick Place — Chicago, IL. It is held every year.
About FABTECH
North America's largest event for metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing. Organized by SME, AWS, FMA, PMA, CWB.
| Next dates | Sep 13–16, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Location | McCormick Place — Chicago, IL |
| How often | Every year |
| Industry | Fabrication, Welding & Finishing |
| Region | National |
| Organizer | SME, AWS, FMA, PMA, CWB |
| Official site | fabtechexpo.com |
| Last verified | Nov 2026 |
Upcoming and past editions
| Dates | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 13–16, 2027 | McCormick Place — Chicago, IL | Add to calendar |
| Oct 21–23, 2026 | Las Vegas Convention Center — Las Vegas, NV | Past |
Who this show is relevant for
Based on its focus on fabrication, welding & finishing, FABTECH is most relevant to:
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- Machinery Manufacturers — Google Ads · SEO
Exhibiting at FABTECH? Book meetings before the doors open.
Most exhibitors pay for the booth and hope for traffic. We build the pieces that fill your calendar: a show landing page, QR lead capture for the booth, and a Google Ads campaign targeted around Chicago that runs in the weeks before the event.
Talk Show Strategy →Pre-show plan for FABTECH 2027
- Jul 19 — Launch your show landing page and start a Google Ads campaign targeted around Chicago (and your target accounts)
- Aug 16 — Email your database and book booth meetings on LinkedIn
- Sep 6 — Print QR codes that point to the landing page; test the lead form on a phone
- Sep 18 — Follow up with every lead within 48 hours of the show closing
Follow-up step by step: trade show lead follow-up for manufacturers.
Questions about FABTECH
When is FABTECH 2027?
FABTECH 2027 runs Sep 13–16, 2027 at McCormick Place — Chicago, IL.
Where is FABTECH held?
The next edition of FABTECH is scheduled in Chicago, IL. The show may move between cities from year to year.
How often is FABTECH held?
Every year. Rotates between Chicago, Las Vegas, Atlanta and Orlando.
Who should exhibit at FABTECH?
FABTECH is aimed at fabrication, welding & finishing companies. North America's largest event for metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing. Exhibit if your buyers are on its attendee list; otherwise a targeted online campaign in the show city can reach the same people for less.
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