Industry Meetings & Events

Step out and be part of the excitement! Bring your staff, clients, vendors, and prospects for an unforgettable day on a stunning championship course. Tee up for PAR-TEE on the GREEN and connect with your print community at the 15th Annual Colorado Golf Tournament, happening Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the renowned Arrowhead Golf Club in Littleton!

Be sure to register before August 7th.

To view sponsorship opportunities, click here: Colorado Golf Sponsor Flyer

15th Annual Colorado Par-Tee on the Green Golf Tournament

Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Time: 1 PM – 8 PM MT

Location: Arrowhead Golf Course — Littleton, CO

This August, join the International Printing Museum for a day of hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and shopping! With a wide array of printing presses, books, type, tools, and equipment, print enthusiasts of all levels are guaranteed to enjoy. Whether you’re experienced or simply curious, you will find a treasure trove of vintage printing supplies at this annual event!

They’ll have workshops too! You can purchase Wayzgoose tickets online and receive a link to sign up for workshops ($10/ea), plus a voucher for $5 off Surplus Sale purchase!

Special Guest, John Barrett, owner of Massachusetts-based Letterpress Things, will also be there with a curated selection of printing supplies, wood and metal type, and printer cuts for sale. For press photos & material click here: www.printmuseum.org/wayzgoose-press

Letterpress Surplus Sale & Wayzgoose Celebration

Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM PT

Location: The International Printing Museum — Carson, CA

Prices: $15  (General Admission) | $12 (Students & Seniors)

LOUPE Americas is where the labels and package printing industry comes together to drive growth, forge partnerships and discover the technologies shaping the future of converting. This is not just another trade show – it’s the platform where business happens.

With the evolution from Labelexpo to LOUPE, we adapt a sharper focus on delivering powerful insights and innovations and cast a wider lens to include labels; flexible packaging, specifically shrink sleeves and pouches; and inline carton converting.

LOUPE Americas 2026 [formerly Labelexpo Americas]

Date(s): Tuesday, September 15 — Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM CST

Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center — Chicago, IL

Tickets: Prices may vary depending on Expo Pass | Early Bird starting at $70

Join us as we tour this Print Creative Alliance member facility and discover how UBEO delivers innovative print technology and manages print solutions across more than 50 locations nationwide.

Network with peers and join us to experience:

• Industry-leading wide format technology from Roland, Canon, HP, Kala and Graftec
• Presentation by Guru Glenn Cummins, a wide format expert. 
• Best-in-class Production Print Cut-sheet equipment from Canon, Ricoh, Xerox and Fiery  
• Fiery’s exceptional color and print quality 
• Food, drinks, prizes and giveaways for all attendees !

ConnectUp: UBEO

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM PT 

Location: UBEO Business Services — Roseville, CA

Artificial intelligence is transforming HR, creating new opportunities while introducing important legal, ethical, and operational considerations. Join us as we discuss AI’s impact on HR and the crucial legal, ethical, and operational considerations organizations should be prepared to address. 

Discussion topics include:  

• AI’s evolving role in HR and its impact across the employee lifecycle. 
• The opportunities and challenges AI presents for employers and HR professionals. 
• Key legal, ethical, and compliance considerations, including: bias, privacy, and data security. 
• Practical considerations for responsible AI implementation while maintaining human oversight and employee trust.

Webinar: AI in HR – Opportunities, Risks, and Responsible Implementation

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 11 AM – 12 PM PT 

Location: Zoom

Join us for our annual Topgolf event in Montebello on September 29th! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or beginner, this event is designed for everyone to have a driving good time.

Join us for:  

• Tee offs in pre-rented bays  
• Networking and making connections in a fun and casual atmosphere
• Food included with your participation
• Plus, beverages and sweet treats from our generous sponsors

Driving Connections: Top Golf in SOUTHERN California

Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM PT  

Location: Topgolf Montebello — Montebello, CA

Join the Santa Ana District, Los Angeles, and Sierra Coastal PCCs as they celebrate National PCC Week 2026 and the 250th Anniversary of the United States Postal Service.

PCC Gold Rush 2026 brings together mailing and shipping professionals. From USPS leadership to Postal partners, everyone will join for an afternoon dedicated to education, networking, and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced commercial mailer or just beginning to expand your business mailing strategy, this event offers valuable opportunities to connect directly with USPS decision-makers and industry peers.

PCC Gold Rush 2026

Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Time: 10 AM – 2:30 PM PT

Location: Steven’s Steakhouse — Commerce, CA

Tickets: $60 (General Admission)

Join us for our annual Topgolf event in San Jose on October 1st!  Whether you’re a seasoned pro or beginner, this event is designed for everyone to have wonderful time. Drive into connections and swing into an evening of golf and fun.

 Don’t miss out on the excitement. Come and participate in…

• Tee offs in pre-rented bays with giant targets — no golf experience required
• Networking and making connections in a fun atmosphere
• Enjoy a Mexican fiesta dinner
• Plus, beverages and sweet treats from generous sponsors

Driving Connections: Top Golf in NORTHERN California

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026  

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM PT 

Location: Top Golf San Jose — San Jose, CA

Experience the magic of print at the Los Angeles Printers Fair! Set among the world’s largest collection of antique printing presses, this vibrant annual event brings together 100+ talented artists, makers, and vendors and welcomes more than 2,000 visitors for a day of creativity, craftsmanship, and discovery.

Shop stunning letterpress prints, handmade books, custom posters, hand-printed cards, fine paper goods, rare books, and more from some of the most celebrated printmakers and book artists in the Southwest and beyond. Every purchase helps support the International Printing Museum and its mission to preserve, celebrate, and advance the art of printing.

International Printing Museum—Los Angeles Printers Fair

Date: Saturday, Oct. 17 — Sunday, Oct. 18

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM PT

Location: International Printing Museum – Carson, CA

Tickets: Prices To Be Posted Soon

No other packaging and processing show on the continent brings you as many possibilities as PACK EXPO International. And it only happens every two years. Discover new tech. Make new connections. Every moment at the show pays off. Discover solutions in motion from 2,600 exhibitors showcasing the latest packaging and processing technologies. See, compare and experience innovations up close to find what fits your operation best.

Date: October 18 – 21, Sunday – Wednesday

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (CDT)

Location: McCormick Place, Chicago, IL

MORE DETAILS TO COME . . .

Turn your surplus into support for the next generation of creators! Each year, we invite industry members to donate unused paper and office supplies to help strengthen graphic arts programs with limited budgets. Instead of tossing extras, save them for the 2026 Surplus Paper Drive—donations will be collected November 5th and 6th, and educators can pick up these materials on November 7th between 9am to 2pm.

You’ll clear valuable space, receive a tax-deductible receipt, and make a real impact. Join us in supporting the community!
For more information contact Kristy Villanueva at kristy.villanueva@printcreative.org.

2026 Surplus Paper Drive — Turn your Surplus into Support

Date: November 5th – 6th

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM PT

Location: Advantage ColorGraphics – 1600 N Kraemer Blvd, Anaheim, CA 62806

Who will be recognized as the very best in print across the United States? The 2026 Americas Print Awards brings together the finest regional award winners from printing associations nationwide, where they will compete for the industry’s highest national honors.

Join us LIVE on YouTube as the winners are revealed in a professionally produced 4K broadcast, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and detail behind each award-winning piece.

Whether you’re tuning in with your team or watching from anywhere in the country, this the most anticipated celebration of excellence you won’t want to miss.

Americas Print Awards

Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026

Time: 12pm PST  |  1pm MT  |  2pm CT  |  3pm ET

Location: YouTube.com/@AmericasPrintAwards

MORE DETAILS COMING SOON. . .