Photo: Georgia World Congress Center / Google MapsHotels for PACK EXPO Southeast 2027 in Atlanta
PACK EXPO Southeast 2027 runs 12 to 14 April at Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta. 6,700+ attendees and 2,800 exhibitor personnel (2025)
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Where to stay
Where to stay for PACK EXPO Southeast 2027: 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 PACK EXPO Southeast
PACK EXPO Southeast, PMMI's regional packaging and processing show, returns to the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta from Monday 12 to Wednesday 14 April 2027. It only takes place every two years, and the first edition in March 2025 brought together more than 6,700 attendees and 2,800 exhibitor personnel, with 504 exhibiting companies.
The organiser expects around 500 exhibitors in 2027, showing working machinery, automation, materials, labelling and inspection across more than 40 vertical markets, plus free education sessions on the show floor. The show is in Building C of the GWCC, on the west side of Downtown, and the organiser says its official hotels are all within a few minutes' walk.
Downtown around Centennial Olympic Park is the closest base, with Midtown a few MARTA stops away. When comparing pack expo southeast hotels, this page shows live hotel rates near the venue for your dates.
Why book with Event Escapes
- Atlanta hotels sorted by distance to the Georgia World Congress Center, so you can see which Downtown options are a short walk from Building C
- Live rates pre-set to the three show days, easy to change for move-in days or plant visits in the Southeast
- Free-cancellation rates shown first where the hotel offers them, useful while meetings with machinery suppliers are still being confirmed
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a group quote within 24 hours via the enquiry form for engineering, operations and exhibitor teams
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 12 Apr to 14 Apr 2027
- Length
- 3 days, Mon to Wed
- Venue
- Georgia World Congress Center
- City
- Atlanta, USA
- Airport
- ATL
- Attendance
- 6,700+ attendees and 2,800 exhibitor personnel (2025)
- Sector
- Packaging
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Hotels near Georgia World Congress Center for PACK EXPO Southeast 2027
Plan your stay
Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Sun, Apr 11 → Wed, Apr 14, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
Hotel rates near major event venues rise as the dates approach and the closest hotels sell out first. Booking a free-cancellation rate early locks the price with no downside.
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Where should you eat during PACK EXPO Southeast?
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: 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 PACK EXPO Southeast: 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 PACK EXPO Southeast?
From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- MARTA's Airport station is at the domestic terminal, at the south end of the Red and Gold lines
- Ride the Red or Gold line to Five Points, where MARTA says all four rail lines meet, then change to the Blue or Green line for the GWCC
- By car or taxi, the venue's directions use I-75/85 North and Exit 248C for Andrew Young International Boulevard
- If you fly in on an international flight, remember that MARTA's rail service ends at the domestic terminal, not the international one
Arriving by car
- The organiser says the show is in Building C and that the Blue Lot is the closest parking to the show entrance
- The GWCC gives the Blue Lot address as 271 Northside Dr NW and advises pre-purchasing parking for most events
- From the north on I-75/85, the venue says to take Exit 249C for Williams Street; from the south, Exit 248C
- The organiser says there is no shuttle bus, because its official hotels are within a few minutes' walk of the venue
How do you get around during PACK EXPO Southeast?
Getting to Building C each day
- For Building C, the GWCC lists SEC District station (Blue and Green lines) or Vine City station
- All rideshare pick-ups and drop-offs for the GWCC use the Building C bus lane on Northside Drive (Rideshare Zone 1)
- The exhibit hall opens 09:00 to 16:00 on Monday and Tuesday and 09:00 to 15:00 on Wednesday
- Badges are not posted: bring your printed or digital confirmation and follow the signs to badge pickup
Around Atlanta
- The venue says a single 2.50 dollar MARTA fare covers a one-way bus or train trip, including transfers
- Midtown has a wide choice of restaurants and is a few MARTA stops from Downtown, which suits evening meetings
- The Opening Reception follows the first show day, so a Downtown hotel makes the evening easy
- April in Atlanta is usually mild, but pack a light layer and comfortable shoes for the show floor
Do you need a visa for PACK EXPO Southeast?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Check the current US entry rules for your passport on official US government websites before you travel, as they change
- Citizens of countries in the US Visa Waiver Program can travel for business or tourism without a visa, but need an approved ESTA before they fly
- US Customs and Border Protection recommends applying for ESTA as soon as you begin preparing travel plans or before buying airline tickets, and only through the official site
eVisa / visa required
- If your country is not in the Visa Waiver Program, or you are not eligible for ESTA, you will normally need a US visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate
- Visa appointment waits vary by country, so check them early if you plan to attend in April
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, with your ESTA approval or visa linked to that passport
- Your PACK EXPO Southeast registration confirmation, which you need to collect your badge
- Your hotel booking and return or onward travel details, in case the border officer asks
US entry requirements, fees and processing times change often, so verify the current rules on official US government websites or with your nearest US embassy before booking.
First time at PACK EXPO Southeast?
- Register early: the organiser's priority rate runs to 19 March, and the standard rate after that is higher
- Registration includes the show floor, free education sessions, the networking receptions and the mobile app with My Show Planner
- No one under 14 is allowed on the show floor at any time, and strollers and carried infants are not allowed either
- Photography and filming need the exhibitor's permission, and cameras are not allowed in the education sessions
- Use My Show Planner to map the exhibitors you want to see, as machinery is spread across the hall
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Wednesday closes at 15:00, so a late afternoon or evening flight from ATL works if you leave straight after the show
- The organiser warns about third-party hotel brokers that demand prepayment; book only with companies you trust and never pay strangers who call you
- Because the show runs every two years, the next chance after April 2027 is not until 2029, so plan supplier meetings well ahead
PACK EXPO Southeast travel FAQs
Where is PACK EXPO Southeast held?
PACK EXPO Southeast is held at Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, USA. The nearest airport is ATL.
When and where is PACK EXPO Southeast 2027?
PACK EXPO Southeast 2027 runs from 12 to 14 April 2027 in Building C (Exhibit Hall C) of the Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta.
How often is PACK EXPO Southeast held?
Every two years. The organiser says it is held every two years in Atlanta; the first edition was in March 2025 and the next is in April 2027.
Where should I stay for PACK EXPO Southeast?
Downtown Atlanta around Centennial Olympic Park is closest to the GWCC. Midtown has more choice a few MARTA stops north, and Buckhead or the airport area can suit visitors with a car or an early flight.
Is there a shuttle bus to PACK EXPO Southeast?
No. The organiser says its official hotels are within a few minutes' walk of the venue, so it does not run shuttles. MARTA and rideshare are the alternatives if you stay further out.
How is PACK EXPO Southeast different from PACK EXPO Las Vegas and PACK EXPO International?
They are separate PMMI shows. PACK EXPO Southeast is the regional show in Atlanta in April 2027, while PACK EXPO Las Vegas runs in September 2027 and PACK EXPO International returns to Chicago in November 2028. Show registration is separate from your hotel booking.
Can I change my hotel dates for PACK EXPO Southeast?
Yes. The search is pre-filled for the show, but you can change the check-in and check-out dates to match your own schedule, for example if you arrive early for move-in.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official PACK EXPO Southeast portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to Georgia World Congress Center?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 8 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Georgia World Congress Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin Atlanta, a Wyndham Hotel★★★ | 1.1 km | ~5 min ride | $167 |
| Hyatt Place Atlanta Downtown★★★ | 1.2 km | ~6 min ride | $217 |
More hotels close to Georgia World Congress Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signia By Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center★★★★ | 0.3 km | ~4 min walk | $598 |
| Hotel Phoenix Atlanta★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~6 min walk | $371 |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta★★★★★ | 1.0 km | ~5 min ride | $616 |
| Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta★★★★★ | 3.3 km | ~12 min ride | $631 |
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