Taking place Oct. 18-21 at McCormick Place in Chicago, PACK EXPO International 2026 will feature 2,600 exhibitors and 48,000 attendees from 40-plus vertical markets. The event gives attendees access to machinery, materials, automation, and sustainability-focused solutions in action.

Inspired by one of the biggest flavor trends of the year, SONIC announced it is turning the banana craze into a craveable lineup of nostalgic sweets and innovative new sips, led by the return of the fan-favorite Banana Pudding Shake.