Manufacturing Day

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Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) is an opportunity for manufacturers to highlight what's taking place on factory floors across the country and to energize a future pipeline of skilled workers. An annual event that occurs on the first Friday of October, MFG Day is an occasion during which manufacturers open their doors to showcase the potential of modern manufacturing and foster interest in manufacturing careers. This year, MFG Day kicks off on Friday, October 2, 2026 with events continuing throughout the month. Organizations show the public what manufacturing really looks like through more than 3,000 events across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico with over 325,000 students, parents, and community members attending.

The rallying point for a growing mass movement, MFG Day empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations thrive. Since its inception, the MEP National Network^TM has participated in MFG Day by hosting, coordinating, and promoting events. You can read this blog to learn more about how MFG Day is changing perceptions and the role the Network has played.

Celebrate MFG Day with the MEP National Network

You can celebrate MFG Day 2026 with the MEP National Network by attending one of the events below. This is not an exhaustive list of the many events MEP Centers are hosting or participating in across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico. Check back often!

Idaho

TechHelp

2026 Idaho Manufacturing Tradeshow & Conference
November 19, 2026
Boise Centre West, Boise, Idaho
The 2026 Idaho Manufacturing Tradeshow & Conference brings together manufacturing professionals, suppliers, solution providers, and industry partners from across Idaho for a day focused on connection, learning, and innovation. The event features 80+ exhibitors, expert-led learning sessions, keynote presentations, and opportunities to explore technologies, services, and resources addressing today’s manufacturing challenges. TechHelp is proud to support the event as a Program Sponsor and participate alongside the Idaho Manufacturing Alliance and Idaho’s manufacturing community. TechHelp connects Idaho manufacturers with resources, expertise, and partners to support business growth, innovation, and continued competitiveness.

New Hampshire

New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NH MEP)

NH's 24th Annual Advanced Manufacturing and High Technology SUMMIT
October 9, 2026
Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH
Mark your calendars for the 24th Annual Advanced Manufacturing and High Technology SUMMIT on October 9, 2026 at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord. The New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NH MEP) invites you to connect with industry leaders, manufacturing professionals, technology experts, workforce partners and fellow innovators while gaining valuable insights, making meaningful connections and discovering what’s next for NH manufacturing. Register

North Carolina

North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP)

Dell Technologies Facility Tour
October 2, 2026
Apex, NC
The Dell Apex manufacturing facility has been supporting this event for 8 years. As one of 3000+ plus sites around the country, the facility opens its doors to local educators, policymakers, customers, and residents. The facility is showcased through manufacturing floor tours, interactive demonstration tables, and community and culture exhibits that share Dell Technologies’ Culture Code with the public. Registration required

Central Carolina Community College Manufacturing Day Industry Showcase
October 2, 2026
Sanford, NC 
To celebrate National Manufacturing Day, Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) hosts an annual Manufacturing Day Industry Showcase on the first Friday of October. This event is held at the E. Eugene Moore Manufacturing and Biotech Solutions Center. Manufacturing-related companies from our three-county service area, as well as faculty and department chairs from CCCC’s manufacturing-related programs, are onsite to showcase their products and programs. Get ready to explore the exciting world of our local manufacturing industry! MFG Day is a floating event designed to let you set your own pace as you follow the flow through our diverse lineup of exhibitors. Along the way, you’ll connect directly with local manufacturers and discover the incredible educational programs that train our community for high-tech manufacturing and manufacturing-adjacent careers. Register

Core Technology Multiple Student Events throughout October 2026
Whitsett, NC
Core Technology Molding Corp. is a North Carolina-based custom plastic injection molding manufacturer serving customers across the aerospace, automotive, medical device, appliance, consumer goods, and outdoor equipment industries. To celebrate National Manufacturing Day and month, Core Technology hosts elementary and middle school groups for tours, hands-on activities, and exposure to advanced technology and STEM topics in a modern manufacturing environment. Core Technology's goal is to teach today's youth to create tomorrow's future through Molding Kids For Success. This nonprofit organization strives to educate the youth of our community in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. They do this by combining classroom experiments with real-world applications on the manufacturing floor. The goal of "Molding Kids For Success" is to expose kids to STEM at an early age. Learn more

Pennsylvania

Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC)

IMC & PDC Spas Collaborative PM Exchange
October 1, 2026
PDC Spas, Williamsport, PA
Join the Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC) and PDC Spas for our October 1, 2026 PM Exchange as we celebrate National Manufacturing Month and the strength of manufacturing right here in Central Pennsylvania. During the event, guests will have the opportunity to tour the PDC Spas manufacturing facility in Williamsport and see firsthand how their products are made from start to finish. The tour will showcase how PDC Spas combines decades of manufacturing experience with modern processes and continued innovation. Guests will enjoy refreshments and networking while connecting with others who are helping strengthen and grow manufacturing throughout our region. Come celebrate American manufacturing, innovation, craftsmanship, and the people behind it with IMC and PDC Spas. IMC looks forward to welcoming you to PDC Spas and celebrating National Manufacturing Month together! Register 

Texas

TMAC

Metroplex Manufacturing 2026: Schools
October 2, 2026
Fine Arts Academy, Fort Worth, Texas
In the next 18-42 months (yes, months!), the Metroplex will need over 31,000 NEW employees in manufacturing. Join TMAC as they introduce your students to the innovative careers waiting for them as Modern Makers in manufacturing! Register

Utah

University of Utah Manufacturing Extension Partnership (UUMEP)

Vermont

Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center (VMEC)

Making It Together: STEAM to Manufacturing
October 15, 2026
Generator Makerspace, Burlington, VT
Join VMEC to celebrate manufacturing and its important impact on the Vermont (VT) economy! Co-hosted once with Generator Makerspace, the focus of this annual Advanced Manufacturing Day event will be learning from VT-based programs that are currently utilizing their skills and connections in closing workforce gaps. Attend to share your challenges and hear what others have accomplished so you can prepare and move forward with your own success story. Connect, Collaborate and Plan so you may build a stronger manufacturing workforce. Register

Virginia

GENEDGE

The State of Manufacturing: A Southern Virginia Perspective
October 9, 2026
West Piedmont Higher Education Center, Martinsville, Virginia
The State of Manufacturing: A Southern Virginia Perspective is a premier regional Manufacturing Day event bringing together manufacturers, business and industry leaders, elected officials, educators, workforce professionals, and community partners to celebrate Southern Virginia’s manufacturing past, present, and future. The program will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, industry insights, and networking opportunities focused on workforce and talent development, technology, automation and artificial intelligence, economic growth and innovation, industry trends, and manufacturing success stories. As part of the celebration, we will recognize several Virginia manufacturers that have achieved more than 100 years of excellence, honoring their longevity, accomplishments, and lasting contributions to Virginia’s economy and communities. We anticipate presenting state and local proclamations recognizing Manufacturing Day/Month and the importance of manufacturing to the Commonwealth and Southern Virginia. Register

NIST Manufacturing Efforts Highlighted for MFG DAY

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) supports the American manufacturing sector in implementing innovative manufacturing techniques and in efficiently creating reliable, safe products. NIST partners with industry to identify challenges and provide solutions that benefit entire sectors. American manufacturers succeed in domestic and global markets because of NIST research, products, and services.