The Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 is offering early bird registration rates through September 3, 2026. The event takes place November 3–5 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) also hosts the Emerging Technologies (ET) Conference on November 2 at the same venue.
Industry professionals can lock in significant savings by registering before the deadline. ATA members pay just $69 for expo access, while non-members pay $169 during the early bird period.
Early Bird Pricing for Members and Non-Members
The early bird discount structure covers both the main expo and the ET Conference. For the ET Conference, ATA members pay $525 and non-members pay $725. Both rates represent substantial savings compared to standard pricing after September 3.
The expo connects attendees with more than 300 exhibitors on the show floor. Participants can attend educational sessions, join roundtable discussions, and network with textile professionals from around the world. To register, visit AdvancedTextilesExpo.com.
What's New at Advanced Textiles Expo 2026
This year's expo introduces three new programming additions designed to deliver hands-on value:
- ATA Members-Only Headshot Lounge: Members can visit the ATA Hub for complimentary professional headshots during the event.
- Hands-on learning sessions: 50-minute fabricator-led workshops using equipment such as sewing machines, welders, and screen printers. Topics cover custom sewing, marine and awning techniques, patterning, and measuring methods.
- Classroom education: Daily in-depth sessions addressing business and technical topics, from government contracting to comparing fabrication approaches across markets.
Classroom sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. each day, before the show floor opens at 10 a.m. These structured sessions deliver practical insights that B2B textile professionals can apply immediately in their operations.
Full Event Schedule: November 2–5, 2026
Monday, November 2
- 10:00 a.m. — ET Conference begins
- 5:00 p.m. — Pub Night (add-on purchase required)
- 5:30 p.m. — ET Conference Networking Reception
Tuesday, November 3
- 8:30 a.m. — Classroom education begins
- 10:00 a.m. — Show floor opens; education sessions begin
- 2:00 p.m. — Networking Roundtables
- 5:00 p.m. — Opening Reception
- 6:30 p.m. — Industry Night (add-on purchase required)
Wednesday, November 4
- 7:00–8:00 a.m. — Fun Run/Walk
- 8:30 a.m. — Classroom education begins
- 10:00 a.m. — Show floor opens; education sessions begin
- 10:30 a.m. — Women in Textiles programming
Thursday, November 5
- 8:30 a.m. — Classroom education begins
- 10:00 a.m. — Show floor opens; education sessions begin
- 10:30 a.m. — MFA Roadshow
- 2:00 p.m. — Show concludes
Attendees can build their personal schedule using the new agenda tool at AdvancedTextilesExpo.com/Schedule. A full show preview — covering exhibitors, speakers, and key sessions — will appear in Specialty Fabrics Review's September issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the early bird registration deadline for Advanced Textiles Expo 2026?
The early bird deadline is September 3, 2026. After this date, standard registration rates apply for both the main expo and the ET Conference.
How much does it cost for ATA members to attend the expo and ET Conference?
ATA members pay $69 for the main expo during the early bird period. ET Conference early bird registration costs $525 for members and $725 for non-members.
What new features are being introduced at the 2026 expo?
This year introduces a Members-Only Headshot Lounge, 50-minute hands-on fabricator-led workshops, and expanded daily classroom education sessions covering technical and business topics relevant to the advanced textiles sector.
