Michigan Promotional Professionals Association upcoming events

2026 LEAD Lansing (Wednesday, May 06, 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Mackinac Room, House Office Building, Lansing MI

Join us for a special breakfast with your State Representatives and State Senators on May 6th. This is your chance to share your story and connect with the elected officials who shape the policies that affect your industry. We encourage you to invite your elected officials to this important event and your team!

Showcase your business at LEAD Lansing 2026!

This year, we are offering new sponsorship opportunities for Michigan-based supplier and distributor members. During our breakfast with Michigan legislators, sponsored Spotlight Boards will be prominently displayed throughout the room for elected officials to view.

MI-Based Manufacturer Dedicated Spotlight Board Sponsorship – $500
Receive your own dedicated Spotlight Board to highlight your company, products, and impact in Michigan.
MI-Based Distributor Shared Spotlight Board Sponsorship– $100
Feature your business on a shared distributor Spotlight Board displayed alongside other Michigan distributors.

Showcase your company to the elected officials influencing our industry, and help elevate the collective voice of Michigan’s promotional products community. Sydney will contact you after you register for a Spotlight Sponsorship for more detailed information on your company including size, number of employees, location, sales, history, etc. FOR A FULL DETAILED SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE, CLICK HERE.

In addition, the event will feature informational literature on the impact of our industry, a slideshow highlighting our association’s work, a delicious buffet breakfast, and a welcoming space for meaningful conversations with your elected officials.

We look forward to seeing you there and working together to strengthen our industry’s voice!

To Find Your State Representative - click here

To Find Your State Senator - click here

Click here for a sample letter you can send to your representatives inviting them to this event. Use this flyer here to accompany your letter.

2026 Ideas in Bloom (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Exhibitor Registration

Distributor Registration

Additional Client Registration (for the distributor that's registered already, but needs to add another client(s)

West Michigan's biggest and best end user experience at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park featuring the best promotional products suppliers and representatives showing the newest and hottest trends in the promotion industry. Open for MiPPA Member Distributors to host their end buyer clients to participate in a day of creativity and discovery. Non-member distributors may attend for a fee. Supplier Love Party registration is included in supplier and distributor registration links above.

Exhibits Open on Wednesday, May 13 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Need an invite to send to your clients? Click here to download a special event invitation you can send to folks you'd like to bring as a guest.

Help support our Philanthropic Partner for Ideas in Bloom: Gateway Mission. Your donation of T-shirts, new underwear, shoes, and clothing in XL+ sizes for for men, women, and children can help serve as a first step toward a new life for homeless men, women and children across West Michigan.

2026 Sizzle in the City (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sizzle in the City Showcase

The Best of Michigan meets at MSU.

Exhibitor Registration

Distributor Registration

Additional Client Registration (for the distributor that's registered already, but needs to add another client(s) -

Join us for our third annual end user experience in East Lansing. This unique event brings together top suppliers and reps for a truly "WOW" experience, where distributors can showcase the best of the industry to their top clients.

Event Highlights:

Top Distributor sales professionals hosting their top clients.
Pre-qualified end users (Distributors pay just $10 per registered client)
Exhibitor Space starting at $425
Convenient show hours: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Free parking in the adjacent lot with provided validation
Spacious venue in the Big Ten Ballroom

Experience the heart of Michigan — all in one place. Don’t miss this exciting new opportunity to connect, impress, and grow your business.

Need an invite to send to your clients? Click here to download a special event invitation you can send to folks you'd like to bring as a guest. Two versions available, one is printer friendly and won't eat all your ink.

2026 Northern Connections | Supplier Registration (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Formerly known as the TC Mini Showcase.

Register now for Northern Connections! This will be a great opportunity to connect with Northern Michigan distributors that you won't see at other shows. They do a lot of business and this is a great opportunity to develop a loyal following.

This year, we'll be at a new location: Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel! Just outside of Traverse City, this venue provides the same great access to the wineries, craft breweries, and the charm of Northern Michigan, without the downtown traffic.

NOTE: American Solutions For Business will be hosting an end user show here on June 25. If you are invited to exhibit with them, you'll be able to keep your exhibit up for a double dose of fun.

Warning: once you exhibit here, you'll want to come back every year. This area was named by Good Morning America as the Most Beautiful Place in the United States. Surrounded by the lake, sand dunes and small town charm, the area boasts wineries, craft breweries, spas, art galleries and world class golf courses.

2026 Northern Connections | Distributor Registration (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Formerly known as the TC Mini Showcase.

At this show, you'll have time to meet with suppliers and ask questions, request samples, and connection personally. The surroundings are conducive to creating thinking and new ideas!

Come up for the weekend, bring your spouse and your family- this is one business trip that everyone can enjoy!

This is a distributor-only show, no end users please. Distributor members of MIPPA enter for free.

Exhibiting Suppliers:

Dubow Textile

Bag Makers

Goldstar

Edwards Garment

S & S Activewear

Big River Marketing

Hess & Associates

BRBGroup

Koozie Group

Apogee Commemoratives

SnugZ USA

WOWLine

Sock 101+

Peerless Umbrella

The Bates Group

Imperial

KS Sales, Inc.

MIPPA Member's Night - LMCU Ballpark, Grand Rapids (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Join us for MIPPA Member's Night at the LMCU Ballpark in Grand Rapids!

This laid-back summer evening is all about bringing our members together to relax, catch up, and enjoy time as a community. We’ve reserved a block of seats so you can sit back, watch the game, and connect with familiar faces (and make a few new ones). Your ticket includes a classic ballpark voucher for a hot dog and soda.

No agenda, no pressure, just good company, great conversation, and a fun night at the ballpark. ⚾

MIPPA Member's Night - UWM Field, Utica (Thursday, August 06, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for MIPPA Member's Night at the UWM Field in Utica!

This laid-back summer evening is all about bringing our members together to relax, catch up, and enjoy time as a community. We’ve reserved a section so you can sit back, watch the game, and connect with familiar faces (and make a few new ones). Your ticket includes access to the All American Buffet featuring hot dogs, BBQ pulled chicken, sliced smoked sausage with peppers & onions, baked beans, fresh pasta salad, potato chips, coleslaw and cookies. Unlimited Pepsi soft drinks, lemonade.

This is a $40 value at just $20!

No agenda, no pressure, just good company, great conversation, and a fun night at the ballpark. ⚾

Smitten with the Mitten: Edwards Garment Factory Tour (Tuesday, August 11, 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Visit this Michigan-Based Top Twenty Supplier’s headquarters in Kalamazoo. Enjoy the tour and learn about the modern and contemporary options for uniform programs and custom apparel and their state of the art Order Processing, Decorating, Customization Services! Edwards also provides it’s customers with a single vendor purchase order model- saving you time and money!

Event Schedule:

10:30 - 11:00 am am: Arrivals and Coffee Service

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Edwards Factory Tour

12:00 - 1:45 pm: Edwards Presentation & Lunch