PACK EXPO International 2028 Badge Price Tiers & Cutoff Schedule
PACK EXPO International uses a tiered credential pricing schedule managed via PACK EXPO International Official Registration Desk. Registering your buyer, dealer, or booth staff roster during the 60+ Days Prior to Opening Day locks in $295 credentials and cuts badge spend compared to onsite registration.
| Badge / Credential Tier | Registration Window / Cutoff | Badge Cost | Who Qualifies | Savings / Penalty Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early-Bird Trade Attendee / Buyer Pass | 60+ Days Prior to Opening Day | $295 | Verified Packaging & Supply Chain buyers, executives & practitioners | Lowest published tier — register before advance cutoff |
| Advance Standard Registration Pass | 15 – 59 Days Prior to Opening Day | $398 | Credentialed Packaging & Supply Chain attendees | +35% above early-bird rate |
| Onsite / Show-Week Registration Pass | Show Week at Main Concourse Will-Call | $502 | Verified industry professionals with business ID | +70% onsite registration surcharge |
Who Qualifies for PACK EXPO International & Exact Documents Required to Pass Vetting
Official registration portals require two-step proof (both company qualification and individual employment verification) before issuing a trade buyer badge. Have these exact PDFs ready before starting your application so your badge is not rejected:
| Verification Category | Accepted Proof Documents (Upload PDF/JPG) | Vetting Turnaround | Common Rejection Trap to Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Corporate / Trade Affiliation Proof | Corporate email domain matching an active company website, business license, or trade association membership. | Instant to 48 Hours | Registering with a personal Gmail/iCloud address without uploading employment verification. |
| 2. Onsite Government Photo ID Match | Driver's license or passport matching the exact legal name on your registration QR confirmation. | Required at Badge Kiosk | Badge sharing between coworkers is prohibited and results in immediate credential confiscation. |
All-In Attendee Trip Estimate: $2,304
Unbundling early-bird badge, 3 nights at a walkable corridor hotel (with 17.4% Chicago hotel occupancy tax unbundled ($0 resort fee)), round-trip domestic airfare, and ORD airport & cta / metra electric ground transfers:
Onsite Badge Pickup Locations, Will-Call Hours & $75 Reprint Fee
Lost Badge Reprint Fee: $75Bring a government-issued photo ID and your mobile QR confirmation code. Never leave your printed badge in your hotel room—reprinting a forgotten or lost badge onsite requires paying a $75 replacement fee.
| Badge Pickup / Express Kiosk Location | Halls Served | Operating Hours | Speed Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCormick Place Main Concourse Registration Plaza | All Exhibit Halls & Keynote General Sessions | Day Prior 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM • Show Days 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Pick up your badge the afternoon before opening day to bypass the 8:30 AM keynote rush. |
Complete PACK EXPO International 2028 Intelligence Silo (All 6 Guides)
Host Facility Specs: McCormick Place →ShowScore™ (8.1/10), TrueAttend™, TrueBooth™, TrueVenue™ & 5-Year Historical YoY Archive.
Complete PACK EXPO International badge pricing tiers, trade qualification requirements, Will-Call hours, and TrueAttend™ trip calculator.
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