16–18 Dec 2026 · Chicago, US

The 80th Midwest Clinic

The 80th Midwest Clinic (December 16–18, 2026) is an annual international band and orchestra conference for music educators, musicians, students, composers, and industry professionals. The three-day event combines clinics, reading sessions, rehearsal labs, and an exhibition floor where instrument makers, publishers, and education-related businesses present products and services. It focuses on pedagogical methods, repertoire, and trends in music education and offers opportunities for professional development and networking.

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Dates
16–18 Dec 2026
Venue
McCormick Place
Location
Chicago, US
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Trade
Duration
3 days
Scale
International
Exhibitors
251Fact
Visitors
18,000Fact
Education & TrainingArts, Crafts & Hobbies

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

About The 80th Midwest Clinic

The 80th Midwest Clinic is an international trade fair for the Education & Training and Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industries, taking place in Chicago, United States. The 2026 edition runs 16–18 Dec 2026 at McCormick Place. It brings together an estimated 251 exhibitors and 18,000 visitors (organizer-confirmed). Event Scout has indexed 251 exhibiting companies for the event so far.

Known editions

Venue

McCormick Place

2301, S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL, 60616, 60616 Chicago, Illinois, US

Who exhibits at The 80th Midwest Clinic

We've captured 251 exhibitors for The 80th Midwest Clinic (roster as of 2026). They span 9 countries, 33% of them based outside the United States.

Where exhibitors are based

Exhibitors' head-office countries, most-represented first.

  • United States67%·28
  • Germany10%·4
  • United Kingdom5%·2
  • Netherlands5%·2
  • Sweden5%·2

Based on 42 exhibitors with a known head-office country.

What exhibitors do

The industries the exhibitor base works in, by share of the roster.

  • Machinery Manufacturing59%·16
  • Services19%·5
  • Energy Electronics7%·2
  • Food Beverage7%·2
  • Higher Education7%·2

Based on 27 exhibitors with an industry label — a company can carry several, so shares can total over 100%.

Exclusivity

85%Class Bof exhibitors exhibit nowhere else we track

Highly exclusive — the great majority of exhibitors are found here and nowhere else in our data.

Cross-referenced against 251 exhibitors in our event graph.

International reach

33%Class Eof exhibitors are based abroad

Mostly national — largely a home-country field with some international presence.

Exhibitor calibre

Publicly listed15%·2

listed companies

Large enterprises31%·4

1,000+ employees

Of 13 exhibitors whose company size we know.

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

The 80th Midwest Clinic 2026 exhibitor list

The The 80th Midwest Clinic exhibitor list currently counts 250+ indexed companies. They span industries including higher education and services. The preview below shows a sample of the indexed roster; the full list is available through Event Scout.

  • The Salvation Army USA
  • Hal Leonard
  • Eastman
  • Music Travel Consultants
  • KHS America
  • Northern Illinois University
  • Alfred Music
  • Industrial Extruders & Dryers
  • Buffet Crampon
  • INTERNATIONAL
  • Kaleidoscope
  • Marco
  • Purdue University
  • Paxman Musical Instruments Ltd
  • Malletech
  • Miraphone eG
  • Backun Global
  • Cannonball Saxophones
  • Fox Products
  • Manhasset Specialty Music Stands

+ 226 more exhibitors

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Frequently asked questions

When is The 80th Midwest Clinic 2026?
The 80th Midwest Clinic 2026 runs 16–18 Dec 2026 at McCormick Place.
Where is The 80th Midwest Clinic held?
The 80th Midwest Clinic is held at McCormick Place in Chicago, United States.
How many exhibitors does The 80th Midwest Clinic have?
The 80th Midwest Clinic counts an estimated 251 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 251 exhibiting companies so far.
Who exhibits at The 80th Midwest Clinic?
Indexed exhibitors include Case Western Reserve University, Corporate Site, Army and North Park University. The event spans the Education & Training and Arts, Crafts & Hobbies sectors.
Is The 80th Midwest Clinic worth attending?
The 80th Midwest Clinic is an international trade show for the Education & Training and Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. It brings together an estimated 251 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.
How do I get the The 80th Midwest Clinic exhibitor list?
Event Scout has indexed 251 companies exhibiting at The 80th Midwest Clinic so far. A sample is shown in the exhibitor-list section on this page, and the full roster is available through Event Scout.

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