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Sweets & Snacks Expo Overview

The Sweets & Snacks Expo is the premier confectionery and snack industry event in North America, showcasing the latest product innovations, emerging trends, and business opportunities shaping the future of snacking.

Hosted annually by the National Confectioners Association (NCA), the expo brings together more than 1,000 exhibitors and tens of thousands of industry professionals for three days of innovation, networking, and industry-leading insights.

BBI proudly participates each year, representing our clients on the show floor, strengthening retailer and manufacturer partnerships, and supporting key industry events throughout the week.

Explore our recap videos, photo galleries, and highlights from each year's expo below.

Sweets & Snacks 2026 Event Recap

What Happens in Vegas… Shapes the Future of Snacking

Robert Taylor Sr – 1995    |      Bryan Shade - 2015    |  Robert Taylor Junior -2021  |  Stacey Rutherford –  2022

A look at the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo’s first year in Las Vegas, where BBI brought 70+ associates to support clients and partners. With 17,500 attendees, 1,000+ exhibitors, and nearly 500 new innovations, the event highlighted the fast-moving future of snacking.

2026 Show floor Highlights

BBI was on the show floor throughout the Las Vegas debut of the Sweets & Snacks Expo, connecting with clients, exploring the latest innovations, and emerging trends shaping the future of snacking.

BBI Customer Appreciation Dinner

We hosted our Annual Customer Appreciation Dinner with Vistar to thank our clients and partners for their continued support. The evening brought industry peers together during one of the most important weeks in snacking, centered on connection, appreciation, and strengthening relationships across the industry.

Women’s Leadership Breakfast Highlights

BBI proudly sponsored the Women’s Leadership Breakfast, a powerful gathering focused on leadership, connection, and advancing women across the industry. The event highlighted the importance of strong voices, shared experiences, and continued growth opportunities for women shaping the future of snacking and beyond.

Kettle Awards Highlights

As a proud sponsor of the Kettle Awards, BBI helped celebrate industry leaders driving innovation and impact across the confectionery space. We also congratulate Elaine Wu of Amos Sweets for receiving the Impact Award in recognition of her innovation and industry contributions.

Las Vegas showed us exactly where the industry is headed, faster, bolder, and more innovative than ever.

From the Kettle Awards to BBI’s Customer Appreciation Dinner and the Women’s Leadership Breakfast, this week was full of momentum and meaningful moments.

BBI is proud to be at the center of it all and even more excited for what’s next!

Sweets & Snacks Expo Recaps

Robert Taylor Sr – 1995    |      Bryan Shade - 2015    |  Robert Taylor Junior -2021  |  Stacey Rutherford –  2022

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Sweets & Snacks Expo 2025

The 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo brought the industry together for three dynamic days of innovation, learning, and connection. Hosted by the National Confectioners Association (NCA), this world-class event featured 1,000+ exhibitors, 400+ new product launches, and 40+ education sessions—showcasing the latest in snack and confectionery trends.

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Sweets & Snacks Expo 2024

The 2024 expo took place May 14-16 at the Indianapolis Convention Center, hosting 1,000+ exhibitors and 16,000+ registrants from 80 countries. BBI represented clients with 60+ associates on the show floor and sponsored the Young Professionals Network Late Night event at Pins Mechanical.

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Representing clients and customers in a broad range of shows and conventions
Representing clients and customers in a broad range of shows and conventions

Sweets & Snacks Expo 2023

The 26th anniversary expo took place May 22-25 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Over 45 BBI associates represented our clients across the show floor, with team members joining the NCA Women's Leadership breakfast and our annual Customer Appreciation Dinner at Gibsons Steakhouse with Vistar.

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Sweets & Snacks Expo 2022

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the expo, the 2022 event was held May 23-26 at McCormick Place in Chicago. The show welcomed over 700 exhibitors and nearly 16,000 attendees across 4.5 acres of show floor, featuring classic favorites alongside the latest groundbreaking candy and snack products.

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