The Sweets & Snacks Expo ’20 in Chicago Has Been Cancelled

I am writing to let you know that the Sweets & Snacks Expo, originally scheduled for May 18-21, 2020, in Chicago, has unfortunately been canceled.

We are extremely disappointed not to be able to offer the experience, inspiration, insights and connections so many in our community have come to rely on in association with the event, but the health and welfare of our community is our top priority. As restrictions and recommendations on mass gatherings continue to build in cities and states across the country, including those issued in the state of Illinois and in guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it became clear that cancellation of the show was the only path forward to protect the well-being of our community. 

Thank you for your patience and understanding during these last few weeks as we have evaluated the right decision to make as the coronavirus situation developed. The cancellation is unavoidable due to a combination of factors including state and local stay-at-home orders and travel bans and restrictions from our member companies, retail partners and other attendee organizations. This has been a difficult business decision for our Board of Trustees and the team at the National Confectioners Association, and it is not the outcome any of us wanted. However, we all agree that our immediate focus needs to be on what matters the most to all our exhibitors, retail partners and other attendees. 

We are sorry we will not be able to work with you in May but would love to stay connected for future opportunities.  

All the best,

Lauren O’Toole Boland
Director of Communications | lauren.boland@candyusa.com
National Confectioners Association
Sweets & Snacks Expo