2022 KeHE Holiday Show Schedule of Events
There is so much to see at the 2022 KeHE Holiday Show!
Plan to see it all and check out the show’s schedule of events.
See everything from in-person activations to online exclusives on our digital platform, KeHE CONNECT®.
Join us for the Digital Show
Thursday, June 9 at 9:00 a.m. CT – Tuesday, June 21 at 5:00 p.m. CT
Access the Virtual Show 24/7, Exclusively on KeHE CONNECT® Platform
The 2022 KeHE Holiday Show will be hosted both in-person and virtually! Login to the KeHE CONNECT platform to explore the digital marketplace from the comfort of your own home.
Next Generation Innovation Faceoff
Competing for a coveted KeHE spot, several brands will pitch their items to our Category Management team. The one that stands out will receive a spot in KeHE’s distribution.
Join Us on the Show Floor in Chi Town
Wednesday, June 15
Registration Hours
7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Hall D Foyer, McCormick Place
President’s Address
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | E450 Ballroom, McCormick Place
Show Floor Hours
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | McCormick Place
On Trend® Awards Unveiled
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | On Trend® Pavilion, McCormick Place
Celebrate innovation with us! KeHE is recognizing 15 brands as On Trend® winners for their innovation, purpose, ingredients, and salability.
Next Generation Innovation Showcase
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Innovation & Growth Pavilion, McCormick Place
So new, these brands are not even set up at KeHE! Selected by our trend innovation gurus, this showcase offers brands the chance to display their products and get a taste of our show. Stop by to check out the newness!
Andrew Zimmern Cooking Demo
2:00 p.m. | Fresh Pavilion, McCormick Place
Join us for an exclusive cooking demonstration by world-renowned chef and host of multiple award-winning food programs, Andrew Zimmern.
Fresh Marketplace
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Fresh Pavilion, McCormick Place
Smell, feel, sample, and see the latest in Fresh products at KeHE. Plus, see best-in-class merchandising ideas that you to use in stores!
Happiest Hour
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Halls D1 & D2, McCormick Place
Cheers to a successful first day in ! Join us for a Happy Hour on the show floor. Continue to buy on the show floor to be eligible for our Holiday Show Giveaway! (Giveaway Rules & Regulations)
Thursday, June 16
Registration Hours
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Hall D Foyer, McCormick Place
Serving Goodness Powered by Hanson Faso
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Hall D1, McCormick Place
Teaming up with Hanson Faso, we are welcoming everyone at the 2022 KeHE Holiday Show to join us in a serving event.
Show Floor Hours
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Hall D1 & D2, McCormick Place
crazy GOOD™ Deal Hubs
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Innovation & Growth Pavilion, McCormick Place
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, Staying Healthy During the Holidays, Holiday Cheers!, Holiday Entertaining, & Innovation featured hubs will be on the show floor! These in-person exclusive areas have immersive activations plus crazy GOOD™ deals that you don’t want to miss!
Fresh Marketplace
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Fresh Pavilion, McCormick Place
Smell, feel, sample, and see the latest in Fresh products at KeHE. Plus, see best-in-class merchandising ideas that you to use in stores!
After Show Party at Chicago Field Museum
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Field Museum
Cheers with us after the close of the KeHE Holiday Show! Join us at our After Show Party for cocktails, entrees, and music! This year’s After Show Party is brought to you by the masterfully crafted recipes from Carbone Fine Foods.
Transportation
Event Shuttles – Complimentary shuttle service will be provided the duration of the event between all hotels and McCormick Place except for those within walking distance. Parking will not be available at the Field Museum for the Aftershow Party.
Airport Shuttles – Taxis, Uber and Lyft are readily available from Midway International Airport (MDW) and O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to all hotels and back. The ride should take approximately 35 minutes. Shuttle service to and from the airport can also be booked at a discounted rate using this link.
Commuter Parking – KeHE employees and retailers will receive a QR code to validate parking in lot C via email or can pick up a physical coupon at the travel desk.