MFG Month

MFG Month 2026 Event
Thursday, October 29 - Friday, October 30, 2026

Inspire the Next Generation of Arizona Manufacturers

Join the Arizona Manufacturing Extension Partnership (AZ MEP), the Arizona Department of Education – Career & Technical Education (CTE), and Grand Canyon University/Lux Precision Manufacturing for MFG Month Celebration 2026—Arizona's premier manufacturing career exploration event. An exciting two-day event connecting manufacturers directly with hundreds of students eager to discover careers in modern manufacturing. We're bringing the event to the Grand Canyon University – Lux Precision Manufacturing Building!

Who Should Attend MFG Month 2026?

Built for Phoenix CTE students, educators, and manufacturing partners looking to connect classroom learning with real industry experience.

Why MFG Month Matters

Manufacturers who take part help students connect classroom learning to real Arizona careers in manufacturing, engineering, robotics, automation, precision machining, and entrepreneurship. It's a direct line between what students are learning now and the jobs waiting for them.

Exhibitor/Sponsor Opportunities

Your booth is your chance to show students what modern manufacturing actually looks like. Opportunities include:

  • Interactive demonstrations
  • Career pathway conversations
  • Product or process displays
  • Student passport booth activity
  • Teacher and educator engagement
  • Future facility tour interest

What's New for Manufacturing Month 2026

Exhibitor Registration

It's an exciting, hands-on experience designed to inspire Arizona's future workforce.

Please Note: This registration is for exhibitors and sponsors only, not for event attendees. 
Please select one option: exhibitor or sponsorship tier.

Manufacturer Exhibit Tables

  • 25 manufacturer tables available
  • Manufacturers only
  • First come, first served
  • $100 per company (to offset facilities costs)
  • Includes participation on both event days

Industry Partner Exhibit Tables

  • 10 tables available
  • For non-manufacturing organizations supporting the industry
  • First come, first served
  • $100 per organization
  • Includes participation on both event days

Exhibitor Benefits

  • Connect one-on-one with students interested in manufacturing careers
  • Showcase your products, technology, and manufacturing processes
  • Build awareness of your company and career opportunities
  • Encourage future facility tours
  • Participate in one of Arizona's largest manufacturing workforce awareness events

Reserve Your Space

Exhibit tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration closes October 1, 2026, or when all tables have been reserved.

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION

Sponsorship Registration

3 tiers of sponsorship available. Choose the one that's right for your company.

Sponsorship funds cover event costs, promotional materials, refreshments, and student giveaways. 

Sponsorship Tiers

Tier 1: Future Workforce Sponsorship, $3,500

  • Premium booth location onsite
  • Speaking opportunity at the Networking Event
  • 60-second video ad on the video wall (provided by sponsor)
  • Full-page ad in the Student Passport
  • Premier logo placement on event materials and signage
  • Recognition in event promotions and recap
  • Priority communication for next year's event

TIER 1 REGISTRATION

Tier 2: Student Experience Sponsorship, $1,500

  • Premium booth location onsite
  • Recognition at the Networking Event
  • 15-second video ad on the video wall (provided by sponsor)
  • Half-page ad in the Student Passport
  • Logo placement on event materials and signage
  • Recognition in event promotions and recap
  • Priority communication for next year's event

TIER 2 REGISTRATION

Tier 3: Supporter Sponsorship, $750

  • Booth registration fee waived
  • Recognition at the Networking Event
  • Logo highlighted on the video wall
  • Logo placement in the Student Passport
  • Recognition in event promotions and recap
  • Priority communication for next year's event

TIER 3 REGISTRATION

Full Agenda Coming Soon!

  • Thursday, Oct. 29
    Student and Teacher Day
    8:00 am – 12:00 pm

    Students and teachers connect directly with Arizona manufacturers through hands-on demonstrations, tradeshow-style exhibits, and conversations about real career pathways in modern manufacturing.

  • Thursday, Oct. 29
    Afternoon Networking Event
    1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

    Manufacturers, educators, and industry partners gather to connect, share ideas, and build relationships that support Arizona's growing manufacturing workforce.

  • Friday, Oct. 30
    Student and Teacher Day
    8:00 am – 12:00 pm

    A second day for students and teachers to engage with manufacturers, explore hands-on activities, and discover the career opportunities shaping Arizona's manufacturing industry.