The Consumer Electronics Show, more commonly referred to as CES, is a major event in the tech industry calendar. Scheduled for 6 - 9 January 2026, it will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center. More than 4,500 exhibitors from around the globe will demonstrate their innovations at CES 2026. They will be joined by no less than 6,000 journalists, analysts and content creators, and by over 141,000 professionals representing a variety of sectors.
The four-day CES 2026 will showcase an impressive range of solutions with the potential to redefine areas such as health, education, travel and mobility, logistics, cybersecurity, agriculture, construction, retail, beauty and fashion, sports, entertainment, and many others. AI-driven tools, quantum technologies, and advanced bio-based materials will be among the highlights.
CES participants will have opportunities to witness product launches, explore technology trends and foster business relationships. The programme of the Consumer Electronics Show 2026 will feature around 300 expert-led sessions. The Digital Health Summit will address the latest in AgeTech, telemedicine, and holistic health. The Mobility Stage will delve into the future of the sector, especially in regard to connectivity, autonomous vehicles, and supply chain. The Innovation Policy Summit will enable government officials and policy-makers from the U.S. and abroad to meet and discuss key issues.
The Consumer Electronics Show attracts a plethora of attendees. This is why the demand for hotels near the Las Vegas Convention Center has increased since the announcement of the CES 2026 dates. ExpoBeds has partnered with hotels in the area in order to bring you special rates and convenient options. You can easily arrange your stay in Las Vegas via our online booking tool or by contacting our team for an interactive CES 2026 hotel offer matching your preferences.
Information
CES in Las Vegas is a staple among the tech conferences in North America, boasting frequent attendance of the world’s leading tech companies.
The CES tech event assembles renowned brands and industry leaders in consumer technologies for four days of product launches, networking opportunities and expert talks. The show regularly welcomes around 4,500 exhibitors among which high-level executives from across the world and over 141,000 participants. Close to 6,000 media representatives cover CES and the trends that emerge from it.
Who can you meet there
Representing diversity in all levels and aspects of the tech industry is one of the main goals of the renowned CES - Consumer Electronics Show, and it is not surprising that the trade fair showcases such a wide range of tech experts, from global powerhouses to niche tech startups.
The Innovation Awards at CES highlight the best tech companies, including outstanding startups. The customary lineup includes representatives from the big tech names: Bosch, Canon, and Hyundai to name a few.
Past editions
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| Exhibitors | 1,943 | 523 | 1,420 |
| Visitors | 83,202 | 44,929 | 38,273 |
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| Visitors | 171,268 | 110,581 | 60,687 |
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| Exhibitors | 4,500 | ||
| Visitors | 180,000 |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
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| Exhibitors | 4,460 | ||
| Visitors | 175,000 |
What makes it special
Every January, CES in Las Vegas gives an impressive continental and international introduction of the technological innovations that have the potential to improve the way people live and work. With key innovations on display from the world of big data, self driving cars and machine learning, CES brings unmatched breadth of product assortment among all other technological conferences.
The exclusive media-only event Media Days organised by the Consumer Technology Association (or CTA) provides a practical preview of the products launched at the show.
Quick info
| Organiser: | CTA Consumer Technology Association |
| Also called: | Consumer Electronics Show 2026 |
| Founded: | 1967 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | CES 2027 |
| Sectors: | Consumer electronics | Broadcast and television technology |
| Website: | CES official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for CES |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
- 4,500+ CES exhibitors
- 1,400+ start-ups
- 141,000+ CES participants
- 150+ represented countries
- 300+ conference sessions
- 1200+ expert speakers
Next editions
CES 2027
Las Vegas Convention Center
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