2026 UMN Catering & Events Expo
Discover Small & Minnesota-Based Businesses
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Join us at the 2026 UMN Catering & Events Expo!
Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor:
A strong and diverse supply chain is simply good business. In today’s tight economic climate, driving value means expanding our options -- creating healthy competition, driving cost savings, and unlocking fresh ideas. By building relationships with a wider variety of vendors, including local, small, and underrepresented businesses, we stretch our event budgets further while fueling economic growth across our local community.
Whether you need budget-conscious catering solutions or fresh ideas for your next event, this Expo is designed to help you find high-value, high-quality event partners. We hope you'll join us!
Event: 2026 UMN Catering & Events Expo
Presented By: Coca-Cola
Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Location: Weisman Art Museum, 333 E River Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Who Should Attend
If you’re:
- an event planner (at the U or elsewhere) seeking new ideas and suppliers for upcoming events
- a supplier interested in doing business with the U
- an agency or corporation seeking to engage new businesses in your supplier development program
…this Expo is for you!
All are welcome to attend this event.