- Impressions Expo is the premier interactive trade show for screen printers, embroiderers, and print shop owners
- Stay ahead of the latest trends affecting the decorated apparel industry
The end of 2025 is quickly approaching, which means the highly anticipated 2026 Impressions Expo Long Beach is just around the corner. Set to take place from January 21-24, 2026, in Long Beach, California, this event continues its trend of growing bigger and better each year, offering an exclusive look into the future of the decorated apparel industry.
What is the Impressions Expo Long Beach?
The Impressions Expo is the premier interactive trade show for screen printers, embroiderers, and print shop owners. Following a record-breaking 2025 event—which featured 300 vendors across 124,000 square feet of floor space—the 2026 expo is on track to be even more transformative. Attendees will find the latest and greatest products on display, including:
- Innovative blank apparel
- Cutting-edge materials and fabrics
- The latest equipment for direct-to-garment (DTG) and screen printing
- Advanced software solutions for business management
Why Decorators and Small Business Owners Should Attend
Despite a fluctuating economy in 2025, the decorated apparel industry remains resilient. Registrations for the 2026 event are tracking to match or exceed last year’s numbers, making it a must-attend event for small to medium enterprises looking to scale.
Key benefits of attending include:
- Hands-On Learning: Participate in insightful educational seminars and hands-on workshops designed to improve your decorating techniques.
- Live Demonstrations: Experience the newest equipment in action before you invest.
- Valuable Networking: Build transformative connections with industry leaders, suppliers, and fellow decorators during exclusive networking events, including end-of-day happy hours.
How to Register and Get More Information
If you want to stay ahead of seasonal trends and discover cutting-edge solutions for your shop, you won’t want to miss this event.
- To view the educational conference schedule, click here.
- For registration and attendee information, click here.
- For the latest news and updates leading up to the show, click here.
Join us in Long Beach and gain the insights needed to elevate your decorated apparel business in 2026!