Photo: Georgia World Congress Center / Google MapsHotels for MODEX 2028 in Atlanta, near the Georgia World Congress Center
MODEX 2028 runs 3 to 5 April at Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta. 50,000 registered visitors (2026)
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Where to stay
Where to stay for MODEX 2028: the closest hotels to Georgia World Congress Center are in Downtown Atlanta (Centennial Park) and Midtown Atlanta, with Buckhead a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
Popular areas for attendees: Downtown Atlanta (Centennial Park) · Midtown Atlanta · Buckhead · Airport / College Park.
About MODEX
MODEX, the manufacturing and supply chain show produced by MHI, returns to the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta from Monday 3 to Wednesday 5 April 2028. The 2026 edition broke MHI's records, with 50,000 registered visitors from every US state and 132 countries and 1,057 exhibitors on 630,000 net square feet, and the 2028 show is again three days in Buildings A, B and C.
Registration is free, but it had not opened when this guide was written. MODEX is separate from ProMat, MHI's Chicago show, and from the new MODEX West planned for Las Vegas in October 2028. Downtown Atlanta around Centennial Park is closest to the halls, with Midtown and Buckhead further up the MARTA lines.
This page shows live hotel rates near the Georgia World Congress Center for your dates, so you can book early for a very busy week.
Who attends
Manufacturing and supply chain professionals, including buying teams from large retailers and consumer goods companies, looking at material handling, logistics and automation equipment. Registration is free; under 16s cannot attend.
Why book with Event Escapes
- MODEX hotels sorted by distance to the Georgia World Congress Center, from Downtown and Centennial Park to Midtown and Buckhead
- Live rates for 3 to 5 April 2028, with dates you can change for exhibitor set-up or meetings before the show opens
- Free-cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful when you book well over a year ahead
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form for exhibitor and buyer teams
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 3 Apr to 5 Apr 2028
- Length
- 3 days, Mon to Wed
- Venue
- Georgia World Congress Center
- City
- Atlanta, USA
- Airport
- ATL
- Organiser
- MHI
- Sector
- Logistics
Key facts (2026 edition)
- registered visitors
- 50,000
- exhibitors
- 1,057
- visitor countries
- 132
- exhibition space
- 630,000 net sq ft
Figures published by the organiser.
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Hotels near Georgia World Congress Center for MODEX 2028
Hotel bookings for MODEX 2028 open about a year ahead. We show the closest hotels to Georgia World Congress Center and live prices as soon as rooms open. Areas to stay: Downtown Atlanta (Centennial Park), Midtown Atlanta, Buckhead, Airport / College Park.
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Exhibiting or sending a team? Tell us how many rooms you need and we will send a personalised quote within 24 hours, with the distance from every hotel to Georgia World Congress Center. If the closest hotels are nearly full, we split your team across neighbouring hotels a few minutes apart. Corporate accommodation for MODEX
Where should you eat during MODEX?
The Georgia World Congress Center sits on the western edge of Downtown, so Centennial Olympic Park, Marietta Street and Castleberry Hill are all within walking distance for a quick meal. For classic Southern cooking and a wider choice of dinner spots, Midtown is a short taxi ride or MARTA hop north.
Photo: Ray's In the City / Google Maps
Photo: Ray's In the City / Google Maps
Photo: Mike Howard / Google MapsRay's in the City
Seafood and steaks
Downtown (Peachtree Street), about a 20 minute walk from the Georgia World Congress Center
A long established Downtown dining room built around steaks, fresh seafood and a substantial wine list, with leather booths and a polished, business friendly feel. It is the dependable choice when you need to host a client close to the convention district.
Tip: Private dining rooms are available for groups, and the bar runs an oysters and martinis hour on weekday afternoons.
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Photo: South City Kitchen Midtown / Google Maps
Photo: Valerie Kirbas / Google MapsSouth City Kitchen Midtown
Contemporary Southern
Midtown (Crescent Avenue), about 10 to 15 minutes by taxi from the Georgia World Congress Center
Set in a converted bungalow on Midtown's Crescent Avenue, this is a well loved address for refined Southern cooking in a lively setting. Fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits and buttermilk fried chicken are the dishes regulars come back for.
Tip: The dining room can get loud at peak times, so ask for the patio or an early table if you want to talk business.
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Photo: Sky Christopher / Google MapsMary Mac's Tea Room
Traditional Southern
Midtown (Ponce de Leon Avenue), about 10 minutes by taxi from the Georgia World Congress Center
Serving made from scratch Southern food since 1945, Mary Mac's is an Atlanta institution and the place to try fried chicken, collard greens and a long list of vegetable sides. Several dining rooms mean it copes well with groups of colleagues.
Tip: It now takes reservations for part of its seating, which is worth using during a busy show week.
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Photo: Jonathan Thompson / Google MapsPaschal's Restaurant
Southern and soul food
Castleberry Hill (Northside Drive), about 5 minutes by taxi from the Georgia World Congress Center
A name with deep roots in Atlanta's civil rights history, Paschal's serves hearty Southern classics such as fried chicken, oxtails and candied yams. It is close to the venue and has private and semi private rooms for team dinners.
Tip: Booking ahead is wise in the evenings, as tables fill quickly when events are on nearby.
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Photo: Mike Schnizlein / Google MapsDer Biergarten
German
Centennial Olympic Park (Marietta Street), about a 10 minute walk from the Georgia World Congress Center
A large German beer hall and garden steps from Centennial Olympic Park, serving bratwurst, schnitzel and soft pretzels with traditional German beers. It is an easy, relaxed spot to unwind with the team straight after the show floor closes.
Tip: The space handles big groups, so it works well for an informal stand team get together.
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Photo: The Varsity / Google MapsThe Varsity
Hot dogs, burgers and fast food
Midtown (North Avenue), about 10 minutes by taxi from the Georgia World Congress Center
Trading on North Avenue since 1928, this sprawling drive in is an Atlanta landmark famous for chili dogs, onion rings and a frosted orange. It is quick, inexpensive and very much part of the city's story.
Tip: Hours are shorter than you might expect, so check closing time before heading over for a late bite.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after MODEX: bookable experiences in Atlanta, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Atlanta
Atlanta's major sports venues cluster around the convention district, with State Farm Arena and Mercedes-Benz Stadium practically next door to the Georgia World Congress Center and a historic theatre a short ride up Peachtree Street.
Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena
The arena sits right beside the Georgia World Congress Center, so an NBA game is the easiest evening out during a January show. Midweek games make a straightforward option for client entertaining.
Find ticketsAtlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The Falcons play their home games at the striking stadium on the edge of the convention campus. Expect heavy crowds and road closures around the venue on game days.
Find ticketsAtlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta United draw some of the biggest crowds in Major League Soccer to the same stadium. The matchday atmosphere is loud and well worth experiencing if your trip lines up.
Find ticketsAtlanta Braves at Truist Park
The Braves play north of the city at Truist Park, surrounded by the restaurants and bars of The Battery Atlanta. Allow plenty of time by taxi in rush hour traffic.
Find ticketsShows at the Fox Theatre
The ornate Fox Theatre on Peachtree Street hosts touring Broadway productions, concerts and comedy throughout the year. It is a memorable setting for an evening with colleagues or clients.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to MODEX?
From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- MODEX says the airport is about 10 miles south of downtown Atlanta and is a primary hub of Delta Air Lines
- MARTA's Airport station is at the domestic terminal, at the south end of the Red and Gold lines; rail service does not start at the international terminal
- Ride the Red or Gold line to Five Points and change to the Blue or Green line for SEC District station, the nearest rail stop to the GWCC
- By car or taxi, the venue's directions from the airport use Exit 248C for Andrew Young International Boulevard
Arriving by car
- MODEX will use Buildings A, B and C of the Georgia World Congress Center
- The GWCC recommends its Red Deck for most visitors and advises buying parking in advance for most events
- Downtown traffic can get heavy during big conventions, so allow extra time in the morning
- All rideshare pick-ups and drop-offs use the Building C bus lane on Northside Drive
How do you get around during MODEX?
Getting to MODEX each day
- Show hours are 09:00 to 17:00 on all three days, Monday 3 to Wednesday 5 April 2028
- MODEX runs complimentary shuttle buses between designated show hotels and the GWCC, but not for hotels within walking distance or in Buckhead
- SEC District station is the nearest MARTA rail stop and gives direct access to the International Plaza
- A single MARTA fare covers a one-way bus or train trip, including transfers, according to the venue
Around Atlanta in April
- Midtown has a wide choice of restaurants and is a few MARTA stops from Downtown, which suits evening meetings
- Buckhead is further north on the Red and Gold lines; MODEX shuttles do not serve Buckhead hotels, so plan on MARTA or a car
- Early April in Atlanta is usually mild with spring showers, so pack a light waterproof
- Children under 16 cannot attend MODEX, so plan childcare if your family travels with you
Do you need a visa for MODEX?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Check the current US entry rules for your passport before you travel, as they can change at short notice
- Travellers from Visa Waiver Program countries normally need an approved ESTA instead of a visa; US Customs and Border Protection recommends applying as soon as you start preparing your travel plans, or before buying airline tickets
- You must hold an e-Passport, with an embedded chip, to travel under the Visa Waiver Program
eVisa / visa required
- If your country is not in the Visa Waiver Program you will normally need a US visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate, so check local appointment wait times early
- MODEX lets you tick an option for a visa invitation letter during registration, emailed with your confirmation
- An ESTA or visa lets you travel, but US border officers decide on admission when you arrive
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, with your ESTA approval or visa linked to that passport
- Your MODEX registration confirmation and, if you asked for one, the visa invitation letter
- Your hotel booking and return or onward ticket, in case the border officer asks
US entry requirements change often, so verify the current rules on official US government websites or with your nearest US embassy before booking.
First time at MODEX?
- Registration is free and covers the exhibits, all keynotes and the show floor education sessions; the 2028 registration page said 'coming soon' when this guide was written
- Your registration is booked with MODEX, separately from your hotel
- MODEX fills three buildings at the GWCC, so wear comfortable shoes and plan your route between halls
- Children under 16 cannot attend
- The official MODEX 2028 hotel block was still being finalised when this guide was written, and the show shuttle only serves designated show hotels
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- A Downtown hotel within walking distance of the GWCC avoids the shuttle queues, as MODEX does not run buses for hotels that close
- If you stay in Midtown, the MARTA ride to SEC District is short and gives you more choice for evening dinners
- Book early: 50,000 visitors in 2026 made it MHI's busiest MODEX yet, and Downtown hotels fill first
MODEX travel FAQs
When is MODEX 2028?
MODEX takes place 3 Apr to 5 Apr 2028 at Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, USA.
Where is MODEX held?
MODEX is held at Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, USA. The nearest airport is ATL.
When and where is MODEX 2028?
MODEX 2028 runs from Monday 3 to Wednesday 5 April 2028 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, in Buildings A, B and C. Show hours are 09:00 to 17:00 each day.
Is there a MODEX in 2027?
MHI has not announced one. After MODEX 2026 in Atlanta, MHI announced MODEX for 3 to 5 April 2028 in Atlanta and a new MODEX West for 18 to 20 October 2028 in Las Vegas. ProMat, MHI's other show, is in Chicago in April 2027.
How much does it cost to attend MODEX?
MHI says show registration is free and gives entrance to the exhibits, all keynotes and show floor education sessions. Registration for 2028 had not opened when this guide was written.
Where should I stay for MODEX?
Downtown Atlanta around Centennial Park is closest to the GWCC. Midtown is a few MARTA stops away with more restaurants, while Buckhead is further north and not served by the show shuttle.
Is Event Escapes the official MODEX hotel provider?
No. We are an independent hotel booking site with no affiliation with MHI or MODEX. Check the MODEX site for its official hotel block once it opens, and compare it with the live rates here.
Can you quote for an exhibitor team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a quote within 24 hours.
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