The Advanced Material Show 2026
Event Date
October 6–7, 2026
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Advanced Materials Show USA is a leading technical exhibition focused on materials characterization, testing, analysis, processing and advanced materials innovation. Co-located with MS&T26 in Pittsburgh, the show connects materials scientists, R&D engineers, QA/QC teams, lab managers, process engineers, manufacturers, OEMs and technical buyers with the latest equipment, technologies and suppliers supporting materials development and production.
Attendees use the show to discover solutions across materials characterization, testing and measurement, scientific instrumentation, lab equipment, manufacturing and processing systems, software, R&D services and advanced materials. Technology and materials represented include technical ceramics, electronic materials, metals, coatings, composites, polymers, nanomaterials, 2D materials, printed electronics, thermal processing, microscopy, imaging, surface analysis, simulation, materials informatics and next-generation materials innovation.
The exhibition is free to attend and showcases the latest technologies used to develop, test, characterize, process and manufacture high-performance materials. It is worth attending for the chance to meet suppliers, see live product demonstrations and network directly with peers across industry, academia and research.
Show Highlights
- Technology Showcase sessions: Hear directly from exhibiting companies as they present new products, technical developments and real-world applications.
- Co-location with MS&T26: The Advanced Materials Show USA is co-located with the Materials Science & Technology technical meeting; MS&T26 takes place October 4–7 and requires payment to attend.
- Free exhibition access: The exhibition is completely free to attend and gives visitors access to both days of the show.
- Networking Reception: A networking reception runs on the first day from 4:30pm to 6pm.
- Broad technology and materials on display: Visitors can explore materials characterization and analysis, testing and measurement systems, scientific instrumentation, microscopy and imaging, spectroscopy, surface analysis, X-ray imaging and diffraction, sample preparation, thin film deposition systems, furnaces and thermal processing, manufacturing and processing equipment, and software, simulation and materials informatics.
Registration
The exhibition is free to attend. Register online:
- Visit the official registration page at advancedmaterialsshowusa.com/registration.
- Complete the online registration form to claim your free pass.
- A free pass gives visitors access to both days of the show.
Note: The co-located MS&T26 technical meeting takes place October 4–7 and requires separate payment to attend.
History
The Advanced Materials Show USA is organized by Event Partners Limited, which also runs a sister event, The Advanced Materials Show UK. The UK show is a free-to-attend exhibition and conference that brings together an audience involved in the research, production, purchasing or integration of advanced materials technology including graphene and 2D materials, composites, polymers, coatings and ceramics. The 2026 US edition is co-located with the MS&T (Materials Science & Technology) technical meeting in Pittsburgh.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is The Advanced Materials Show USA 2026 taking place?
The show takes place October 6-7, 2026, in Hall A of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Expo hall hours are 9:00am to 4:30pm on October 6 (with a networking reception until 6pm) and 9:00am to 3:00pm on October 7.
How much does it cost to attend?
The Advanced Materials Show USA exhibition is completely free to attend, and a free pass gives visitors access to both days. The co-located MS&T26 technical meeting, which runs October 4-7, requires separate payment to attend.
Who should attend the show?
The show is designed for professionals across materials development, testing, manufacturing, quality control, R&D and product innovation, including materials scientists, R&D and process engineers, QA/QC and lab managers, technical directors, OEMs and tier suppliers, university and national lab researchers, and technical buyers.
How do I register?
You can register for free online through the registration page on the official website by completing the registration form to claim your free pass covering both days of the exhibition.
Where can I stay and how do I get there?
Hotels at preferential rates near the venue, including the Omni William Penn, The Westin Pittsburgh and Drury Plaza Pittsburgh Downtown, can be booked via the MS&T website, with reservations due by September 9, 2026. The venue is served by Pittsburgh International Airport, downtown parking including a 700-car on-site garage, and public transit via the Port Authority of Pittsburgh.
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