Hangin' by a Thread

The most popular night at Advanced Textiles Expo returns to Anaheim! Gather with other attendees and exhibitors at this lively event where you will hear live music from ATA’s member band Hangin’ by a Thread, enjoy delicious local food and converse with your peers across the industry.  Hosted at Anaheim House of Blues, Industry Night attendees will enjoy live music, great drinks, and food. Industry Night requires an add-on ticket. Limited availability, don’t wait to buy.

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7 pm. Add-on purchase required, tickets can be purchased here.

Next Gen Networking

NEW for 2024!  Network with Next Gen in the industry through hands-on challenges featuring your favorite building blocks.   

Tuesday, Sept. 24 Time TBD

Women in Textiles

NEW for 2024!  Join other women in the industry to connect before the Show Floor Opens. 

Thursday, Sept. 26 Meet at the Hilton Anaheim at 7 am.

Meet Industry Professionals

NEW for 2024!  Take the stress out of networking.  Speed networking encourages Next Gen to connect with established leaders in the textiles industry by rotating through short, timed sessions.  

Wednesday, Sept. 25

Mix and Mingle

Network with fellow attendees and exhibitors after the first day of Advanced Textiles Expo at the Opening Reception. Enjoy refreshments and great conversation to wrap up the first day of the show.

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 4 pm

Give Back

The cutest booth on the show floor is coming back to Advanced Textiles Expo! Take a break or bring your business to the puppy booth. Proceeds to be donated to a local animal rescue. Recharge with puppy cuddles and help give back to furry friends in need! 

 

Test Your Skills

NEW for 2024!  The ATA Textiles Challenge is a hands-on activity to test your skills. Participate in various textiles challenges and earn your way to the final round.  Wednesday, September 25 

Get Moving

Advanced Textiles Expo’s Annual Fun Run/Walk is back! Participants will be guided on a morning fun run or walk by experienced locals through Anaheim. Experience all the local views with your preferred pace, at your desired distance of 1 mile or 5k!

Wednesday, Sept. 25, 6 am. Add-on purchase required. Meet at the Hilton Anaheim.  Proceeds benefit the Work Ethic Scholarship Fund.

 

 

Stay in the Loop

Enjoy a cup of coffee and grab a seat for this annual update, now featuring all Divisions! Members and non-members are encouraged to join ATA membership program staff for a Division update to learn how member programming and other offerings among all membership Divisions can serve your company. This is a chance to engage with your division leaders and learn more about the other market segments that ATA serves.

Date and Time TBD

Experience Innovation

The Show Stopper program was created to recognize the best of the best on the show floor, everything from improved applications to revolutionary designs.

Show Stopper participants and winners will be featured in Expo media and highlighted in their booths exclusive Show Stopper promotion.

Check out Show Stopper entries dating back to 2015 here!