Once again, the 2026 American Coatings Show and Conference, which will be held in Indianapolis, IN from May 5-7, will bring together the international paint and coatings industry to highlight the latest technologies and trends.

The 2026 American Coatings Conference, which is organized by the American Coatings Association (ACA) and Vincentz Network, will feature nearly 100 technical sessions.” Meanwhile, more than 500 exhibitors covering more than 125,000 net square feet will showcase their newest products and services for the paint and coatings industry on the exhibition floor. 

Danielle Chalom, managing vice president, communications for the American Coatings Association, notes that the 2026 American Coatings Show is a vital platform for bringing together all members of the coatings value chain and setting a course for the coating industry’s future growth.

“We are excited to bring together some 500 exhibitors from around the world for a three-day coatings product and services showcase that will drive direct sourcing, new business development, and highlight our industry’s latest technological innovations,” says Chalom. “In particular, we are thrilled to have 50+ Product Presentations and stages throughout the show floor. Companies that are presenting will showcase their latest products, novel technologies, and highlight other offerings in short, interactive demos that also create engagement opportunities with attendees, which is a real value add.

“Anticipating thousands of attendees, response has been steady and registration is increasing as we get closer to the show,” Chalom adds. “Based on the excellent Conference program lineup and the response we’ve gotten from industry and academia, we believe this is going to be the most varied and engaging technical knowledge sharing forum we’ve had to date. Overall, we have prepared for an outstanding show and conference that will be well worth the anticipation since the success of the 2024 American Coatings Show and Conference.”

New to this year’s show is the ACA’s American Coatings Industry (ACI) Career Center.

“We’re also delighted to debut the new American Coatings Industry (ACI) Career Center, which aims to connect new entrants to the coatings industry with potential employers,” says Chalom. “With a dedicated booth on the show floor, the news ACI Career Center will provide opportunities for job seekers to connect with coatings industry employers through an online job board and help build the pipeline for attracting the next generation of industry leaders and talent.”