National Restaurant Association Show (NRA)2026
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Showcase at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026 Chicago
The National Restaurant Association Show 2026 will be an essential event for the future of foodservice. Mark your calendars for the NRA Show 2026. This premier event will happen from, May 16–19, 2026, in Chicago, IL. The venue is the massive McCormick Place.
You will join thousands of foodservice professionals at this highly influential gathering. Attendees are qualified buyers coming from all 50 states and 124 countries. We expect more than 2,000 exhibitors showcasing over 900 product categories. This is the Western Hemisphere’s largest annual event for discovering innovation and inspiration. The Restaurant Association Show Chicago 2026 connects every part of the industry.
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Expectations from the NRA Show Chicago 2026
Attendees will find incredible new trends and excellent educational opportunities at the Show. You will discover future-forward ideas that help your business succeed. Experts will share practical strategies to boost your bottom line. The Show will definitely inspire and energize you.
- You will explore major trends like AI, robotics, and plant-based proteins in foodservice.
- Former tennis champion Andre Agassi will headline the 2026 Keynote address.
- You will access 30 operator-led education sessions if you select the Expo + Education upgrade.
- The Show will feature six specialized learning tracks, including Marketing Matters and Technology Strategies.
- You can celebrate product excellence through the prestigious FABI Awards and Kitchen Innovation Awards.
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Benefits of Exhibiting at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026
Exhibiting at the NRA Show 2026 will offer unique ways to increase your business success. You will showcase your innovative solutions to a massive, interested audience. This is the ideal place to build relationships with key decision-makers. You will find solutions to streamline operations and boost revenue.
- You will reach qualified buyers coming from across 50 states and 124 different countries.
- This event will help you make crucial personal relationships with industry leaders face-to-face.
- You connect directly with commercial chains, local independents, and major distributors.
- If you want to gain access to professionals from non-commercial sectors like hospitals, schools, and military bases, come to this show.
- You can apply for the FABI Awards or Kitchen Innovation Awards to gain valuable industry recognition.
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Exhibition Info
- Exhibition: National Restaurant Association Show 2026
- Date: May 16–19, 2026
- Location: McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Organiser: National Restaurant Association
- Sectors: Foodservice, restaurant operations, hospitality, culinary innovation, restaurant technology, food & beverage trends, etc.
- Format:Annual
- Website: Official
- Visitors: Restaurant owners and operators, chefs, culinary professionals, F&B directors, purchasing managers, etc.
- Exhibitors: Food and beverage brands, restaurant tech companies, kitchen equipment manufacturers, etc.