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# RAPID + TCT 2026  · Boston, MA, USA · Additive Manufacturing | TradeShowIntel

> Event details for RAPID + TCT 2026  in Boston, MA, USA.

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# RAPID + TCT 2026
North America's largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event, RAPID + TCT, lands in Boston from April 13-16, 2026! The event’s expansive show floor features hands-on 3D printing technology exhibits from over 400 of the industry’s leading product and service providers. Each morning, at the Executive Perspectives Keynote Series, industry leaders candidly examine the present while charting a course for the future of additive. At networking events, you could meet your next key contact or favorite colleague. Whether you need an introductory crash course or cutting-edge case studies, be sure to invest in a Full Conference Pass. With four days of content tailored to your adoption level and spread across nine relevant tracks, the conference program guarantees you’ll go home with impactful industrial 3D printing insights.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 14–16 Apr 2026

- **Location:** Boston, MA, USA

- **Venue:** Boston Convention & Exhibition Center

- **Industry:** Additive Manufacturing

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 400+

- **Attendees:** 12,000+

## Why exhibit
Exhibit at RAPID + TCT to connect with thousands of high-level decision makers in additive manufacturing across aerospace, defense, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods industries. Showcase your products and services to North America's most qualified AM audience at the industry's most important event, featuring targeted showcases for startups, aerospace/defense, healthcare, and service providers. Gain face-to-face interaction with key 3D technology purchase influencers and benefit from co-location with AeroDef Manufacturing for enhanced manufacturing impact.

## Why visit
Attend RAPID + TCT 2026 to explore North America's largest additive manufacturing event with hands-on 3D printing technology exhibits from over 400 leading providers. Discover real-world AM solutions through 160+ technical presentations, executive keynote series, and specialized showcases focusing on aerospace/defense, healthcare, and startup innovations. Network with industry peers, learn from respected experts, and gain practical insights to advance your manufacturing processes across nine relevant conference tracks tailored to all adoption levels.

## Exhibitor profile

- 3D Printers

- Additive Manufacturing Machines

- Advanced Materials

- 3D Scanning/Imaging

- CAD/CAM Software

- Post Processing Equipment

- Metrology Equipment

- Service Bureaus

- Consulting Services

- Research & Development

## Visitor profile

- Manufacturing Engineers

- Product Designers

- Research & Development Professionals

- Procurement Specialists

- Aerospace/Defense Engineers

- Healthcare Device Manufacturers

- Automotive Engineers

- Academic Researchers

- Startup Founders

- Industry Executives

## Industries

- Additive Manufacturing

- Industrial 3D Printing

- Manufacturing

## Organisers

- SME

- Rapid News Publications Ltd