MFAC 2026
Overview
The largest podiatry-specific conference in the US with 2,000+ attendees from 41 states and 200 exhibitors. If you sell foot/ankle surgical instruments, orthotics, wound care products, or podiatric imaging, MFAC is the highest-density podiatry buying audience. Hotel venue keeps attendees captive and booth traffic concentrated.
Key Facts
- Host organization: Midwest Podiatry Conference (rebranded)
- Primary specialty: podiatry
- Scale: mid
- Geography: US National
- International attendance: ~5%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
| Booth Type | $/sqft | 10×10 Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8x10 Booth | — | — | Min 80 sqft |
| 10x10 Booth | — | — | Min 100 sqft |
| 10x16 Booth | — | — | Min 160 sqft |
Audience
Over 1,000 clinical attendees from 41 US states and Canada, plus ~200 exhibitors. Formerly the Midwest Podiatry Conference, rebranded to Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference. The largest podiatry-specific conference in the US. Booth dimensions: 8x10, 10x10, or 10x16.
- Purchasing authority: ~65% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~1,300
- International attendance: ~5%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL
- Management company: Midwest Podiatry Conference (in-house)
Who Else Exhibits
Approximately 200+ exhibitors typically attend MFAC. Your competitors are here.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The largest podiatry-specific conference in the US with 2,000+ attendees from 41 states and 200 exhibitors. If you sell foot/ankle surgical instruments, orthotics, wound care products, or podiatric imaging, MFAC is the highest-density podiatry buying audience. Hotel venue keeps attendees captive and booth traffic concentrated.
Why Skip
Niche audience -- podiatry is a small specialty. If your devices are not foot/ankle-specific, there is no reason to exhibit. Pricing and logistics are opaque. The hotel venue limits booth size options compared to convention center shows.
Insider Tips
The rebrand from 'Midwest Podiatry Conference' to 'Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference' reflects the specialty's shift toward surgical and musculoskeletal branding. Chicago Marriott is a non-convention-center venue -- plan for limited freight access and smaller booth footprints. March in Chicago can mean weather disruptions.
Buzzbox Score: 8.7 / 10 (Excellent)
8.7 out of 10. A top-tier show worth a serious line item. Carried by cost efficiency (9.5: $20/sqft, under the $39 median). The lightest dimension is audience quality (7.4, 65% purchasing authority). The largest podiatry-specific conference in the US with 2,000+ attendees from 41 states and 200 exhibitors.
How we score
Six weighted factors, each scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band. Every show on this list cleared a relevance bar to be included, so 7.0 is the floor; the number tells you how far the leaders pull ahead.
Solid (7.4): 65% purchasing authority.
Standout (9.5): $20/sqft, under the $39 median.
Standout (9.4): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and 3 booth options documented.
Solid (7.8): society-run exhibits (in-house) and non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in).
Standout (9.1): solid exhibitor rationale, honest "who should skip" guidance, and the flagship / largest show in its niche.
Strong (8.2): mid-size with room to grow and ~200 exhibitors.
Key Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 2026-03-01 |
| Late Fee After | 2026-03-01 |
| Meeting Dates | 2026-03-26 to 2026-03-29 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at MFAC?
Pricing for MFAC is not yet publicly verified — contact the show or request our research below.
How many people attend MFAC?
MFAC draws approximately 2,000 attendees. Over 1,000 clinical attendees from 41 US states and Canada, plus ~200 exhibitors. Formerly the Midwest Podiatry Conference, rebranded to Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference. The largest podiatry-specific conference in the US. Booth dimensions: 8x10, 10x10, or 10x16.
When is MFAC ?
MFAC is scheduled for March 26-29, 2026. Location: Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL.
Is MFAC worth exhibiting at?
The largest podiatry-specific conference in the US with 2,000+ attendees from 41 states and 200 exhibitors. If you sell foot/ankle surgical instruments, orthotics, wound care products, or podiatric imaging, MFAC is the highest-density podiatry buying audience.