WELCOME TO THE 2026 NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION SHOW!
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W hether you’re looking to enhance your profit margins, diversify your menu or gain inspiration from the latest trends, the National Restaurant Association Show is your moment. Join us at the 2026 Show taking place May 16-19 at McCormick Place in Chicago and be part of what’s next in foodservice. This is where the entire industry comes together—where big ideas are found, game- changing solutions debut and connections that can define what’s next for your business are made. The Show floor is designed to spark inspiration, fuel innovation and help advance your operations. We invite you to discover cutting-edge technology in the TECH Pavilion, taste emerging flavors in the Global Food Expo and gain insights from innovators, celebrated chefs and master mixologists at The Culinary Experience and The Beverage Room Stage. Every interaction at the Show is an opportunity to uncover new perspectives and collaborate on new ideas. Reconnect with existing partners at the Restaurant Show After Party taking place at Chicago’s iconic House of Blues or meet someone new at a meetup, the connections you make have the power to last well beyond your time at the Show. Finally, be sure to upgrade your badge to access the Expo + Education programming featuring 30 operator-led sessions, exclusive networking and session materials on-demand after the Show concludes. Come ready to dive in, explore something new and catch a few surprises on the Show floor. We can’t wait to welcome you in Chicago this May!!
Lisa Malikow Senior Vice President National Restaurant Association Show
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