ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition

ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition

2026.06.25-06.29(5 days, Thu-Mon)
McCormick PlaceAmerican Library Association

About the event

ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026 will be held 2026.06.25-06.29 at United States·Chicago·McCormick Place Convention Center.ExpoFinder provides dates, ven…

Gallery

Organizer

American Library Association
Organizer

Exhibit scope

Book Buzz Theater
New Releases, Publishing Promotion

Chapter One Stage
Emerging Authors, Genre Panels

Diversity in Publishing Stage
Diverse Voices, Author Sessions

Graphic Novel/Gaming Stage
Graphic Novels, Gaming and Creativity

Tech Talk Stage
Library Technology, AI and Tools

Venue & transport

McCormick Place

Illinois · 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, Illinois 60616 USA

McCormick Place

How to attend

  1. 1
    Register online
    Fill in your visit details and submit a pre-registration.
  2. 2
    Get confirmed
    Receive your e-confirmation and a personal entry QR code.
  3. 3
    Arrive on site
    Head to the venue and verify your identity on arrival.
  4. 4
    Scan to enter
    Scan your QR code for fast entry — skip the badge queue.
  5. 5
    Start visiting
    Plan your route and explore exhibitors and side events.

ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition

2026.06.25 – 06.29