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Where Gourmet Popcorn Success Begins.

There’s caramel corn—and then there’s caramel corn done right.

Gold Medal’s National Caramel Corn Day is your connection to all the best in gourmet popcorn. This is your prime opportunity to experience equipment in action, taste new flavors, talk directly with industry experts, and leave with real solutions.

Why Attend National Caramel Corn Day?

Learning about gourmet popcorn isn’t meant to be passive. This is an interactive and dynamic event built around seeing, tasting, testing, and hands-on experience. From first timers to seasoned professionals, you’ll gain valuable insights that will benefit your business.

What You’ll Experience

Practical Business Guidance

Learn how to start or scale a gourmet popcorn operation—from layout to best practices.

Flavor & Recipe Inspiration

Explore our flavor stations featuring caramel corn, cheese corn, glazes, and shake-on seasonings.

Equipment Demos

See the equipment in action! From standalone poppers to complete sweet shops, find the right fit for your space.

Expand Beyond Popcorn

Discover profitable add-ons like fudge, cotton candy, caramel apples, frosted nuts, and more.

Exclusive Show Specials

Attendee-only pricing means you’ll save big on equipment and supplies.

Why Gold Medal?

With nearly 100 years in business, Gold Medal is The Fun Food Authority™! Put our expertise to work for you. No other event delivers this level of interaction and insight.

Join us at Gold Medal’s National Caramel Corn Day!

Need a hotel?

Reserve it today at Springhill Suites Chicago Elmhurst/Oakbrook Area for a special rate starting at just $105 per night!

Make your hotel reservation online or call 630-782-6300 and mention Gold Medal’s National Caramel Corn Day. Book by March 1, 2026 to secure the special rate.