COMP2026
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Don’t miss COMP2026: Colorado Manufacturers Rising
Explore the details below to see how you can be part of this year’s big event.
When
Tuesday, October 13th – Wednesday, October 14th
Get ready for COMP2026: Colorado Manufacturers Rising – the only statewide expo bringing together manufacturers, suppliers and partners all under one roof.
Join us for another year of energizing collaboration and business growth connections at COMP2026! With demand driving an expanded exhibit hall, this year’s expo spans across two days and features exclusive COMP networking events and expert speaker tracks + workshops designed to spark meaningful discussions, ideas, partnerships, new business and more!
Why
At COMP2026, we’re celebrating the unstoppable rise of Colorado’s resilient, strong and dynamic manufacturing ecosystem, and it starts with you! Our mission is ambitious: to position Colorado as a top ten national hub for modern manufacturing technology and growth. Every connection made, idea exchanged, and collaboration ignited at COMP accelerates Colorado’s rise as a national hub for modern manufacturing.
Where
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs | Colorado
Just minutes from Downtown Colorado Springs, attractions like the Broadmoor Hotel, World Arena, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and the breathtaking vistas of Pikes Peak. 30,000 square feet of meeting space, on-site dining, rooms and suites, easy access to over 15 restaurants.
Featured Events
Tuesday, October 13th 2026
Vendor Move-in | 3pm – 5pm
Evening move-in the night before the expo is available for booth exhibitors only. Exhibitor table vendors may begin setup at 7am the day of the expo.
COMP2026 Pre-Show Kickoff & Networking Event featuring COMP Labs Student Challenge with area K12 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Students and Educators
Enjoy drinks, bites, and meaningful networking with industry peers and partners.
This year, we’re partnering with local high school students to launch COMP Labs: A challenge designed to empower the next generation of manufacturing talent. Students will tackle real-world manufacturing problems submitted by the COMP Community with bold ideas and innovative solutions. Explore their concepts, visit teams at their tables, and cast your vote for the winning ideas!
Wednesday, October 14th 2026
Manufacturing Sunrise Townhall | 730am – 9:15am
Come grab a morning coffee and join us — this event is open to all COMP attendees! Prepare for an agenda-packed day while hearing from industry leaders shaping policy and driving Colorado’s manufacturing growth, with the chance to ask your burning questions directly to the panel.
Expo Hall Opens | 9am – 330pm
100+ manufacturers, suppliers, and industry partners. Over 10,000 sq ft of exhibitor space. High-traffic foyers lined with vendors from door to hall. It’s a full day of connection, business development opportunities, and momentum.
COMP Lab Pitch Competition + Curated Speaker Tracks & Workshops | 9am – 3pm
Tackling Manufacturing’s Biggest Challenges: Hear the Top 3 COMP Lab finalists pitch their solutions in 5–7 minutes, join a 10-minute Q&A, and cast your vote for the winner. Plus, dive into 5 curated speaker tracks and workshop options throughout the day for ongoing learning.
Lunch Roundtables: Partners Helping Partners | 12:15pm – 1:30pm
Spend the first half enjoying lunch, informal conversation with peers and a powerful keynote, then rotate through highly engaging, hosted discussions to exchange insights and practical solutions to today’s most pressing manufacturing challenges.
Finale Networking Reception: Last Call for Connections | 4pm – 6pm
Grab and drink and celebrate the close of COMP2026 with old friends and new connections, after an inspiring day of ideas, collaboration and business opportunities.