From the shop floor to the show floor, growth in screen printing starts with showing up. Impressions Expo Long Beach 2026 is where the industry comes together to discover new techniques, explore hands-on equipment demos, and find the inspiration to keep printing forward. This January, Ryonet returns to the ROQ Atrium with hands-on demos, new tech, and the tools to help your shop do more, better, faster.
The Must-Attend Event for Decorated Apparel Professionals
Impressions Expo is the decorated apparel industry's most respected event. With categories spanning screen printing, embroidery, direct-to-film (DTF), automation, and blank apparel, the show brings together top manufacturers, emerging tech, and experienced printers under one roof. If you want to stay current in your craft and connect with leading experts, this is where it happens.
From January 22–24, 2026, the Long Beach Convention Center becomes the epicenter of education, innovation, and community for thousands of print professionals. Whether you’re a shop owner, side hustler, or full-time creative, Impressions Expo offers the tools and knowledge to help you thrive.
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5 Reasons to Attend Impressions Expo 2026
1. See the Latest Equipment in Action
Want to try before you buy? Impressions Expo is your chance to test-drive professional-grade equipment and supplies in real-time. At Ryonet’s booth, you can print live on presses like the Riley Hopkins 360, explore automated systems from ROQ, and check out exposure units, conveyor dryers, and reclaim tools built to make your shop more efficient. Nothing beats hands-on learning with the team who built the products.
2. Connect With a Community That's Passionate About Printing
Meet other shop owners, content creators, educators, and suppliers who are passionate about decorated apparel. Swap stories. Ask questions. Build relationships. Show-floor events like Shop Talk and On-Site Learning sessions give you access to real conversations with people who get it.
3. Learn New Skills From the Best in the Business
The Impressions Conference features over 40 seminars and workshops focused on improving your craft and growing your business. Topics include screen printing, embroidery, DTF, shop marketing, pricing strategy, workflow automation, and more. These aren’t surface-level talks. You’ll walk away with real tools you can implement right away. Over 90% of seminar attendees say they would recommend the experience to others.
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4. Explore New Products and Industry Innovation
See what’s launching for 2026 before anyone else. Ryonet and our partners will be showcasing exclusive new products, updated systems, and next-gen solutions for shops of all sizes. Whether you’re interested in automation, darkroom upgrades, or new innovations, the show floor is full of ideas from the latest products waiting to spark your next breakthrough.
5. Save Big With Show-Only Promos
Take advantage of show-exclusive pricing and bundles available only at the event. You’ll also save on admission with Ryonet’s promo code: EXH200. When you attend in person, you can make confident purchases with the guidance of experienced printers and product experts by your side.
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Where to Find Ryonet at the Show
Visit us in the ROQ Atrium—the coolest spot for printing innovation inside the Long Beach Convention Center. Our booth will feature multiple live printing stations, expert demos, and direct access to equipment used by shops around the country.
- Expo Dates: January 22–24, 2026
- Conference Dates: January 21–24, 2026
- Location: Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802
Save on admission with promo code: EXH200
Stop By, Say Hey and You Might Win a Mini Press!
This year, we’re giving away a Mini Pigskins & Pigtails Screen Printer Starter Press, the compact press that’s perfect for teaching or showing off the fun of screen printing.
How to enter: Just get your badge scanned by a Ryonet team member at the show. That’s it. No forms. No purchase. Just show up and scan in.
- 🎉 Winner announced January 30, 2026
- 📧 We’ll notify you by email
- 📦 Prize will be shipped directly to you
One entry per person. U.S. residents only. No purchase necessary.
Powering the Print Starts With Showing Up
Impressions Expo is a chance to step out of your daily grind and into a space built for growth. Whether you need to solve a problem in your workflow, discover a new tool, or simply feel re-energized by the community, you’ll find it in Long Beach with the Ryonet Crew.
Join us and let's make shirts happen!
