Underscoring its singular commitment to residential integrators and the residential integration market, CEDIA Expo is going from strength to strength with over 300 brands exhibiting in 2026, 65+ new-to-show exhibitors, and over 50 lighting exhibitors, CEDIA Expo serves as the premier gathering for manufacturers, integrators, designers, distributors, and technology professionals who are shaping the future of connected living. With the rapid convergence of AI, automation, energy management, networking, lighting, entertainment, and security technologies, CEDIA Expo remains the industry’s key platform for staying connected. The show will take place Sept. 1-4 in Denver.
“The residential market is our top priority,” explains Jason McGraw, Group Vice President and Show Director of CEDIA Expo. “The expansion of the 2026 show floor highlights the industry’s continued investment in CEDIA Expo and the opportunities it brings. With an increasing number of new exhibitors and emerging brands, along with live system demonstrations and hands-on learning experiences, this year’s event is poised to showcase the companies and technologies leading the industry into the future.”
“CEDIA Expo is the force driving the next evolution of smart technology and integration,” said Daryl Friedman, Global President and CEO of CEDIA. “As technology evolves and consumer expectations increase, it is essential to unite the industry in one location. The ongoing growth and investment from exhibitors, technology leaders, and attendees highlight the vital role that CEDIA Expo plays in advancing the industry and creating opportunities for businesses to thrive.”
A Growing Exhibitor Presence
This year’s exhibit show floor reflects continued convergence across lighting, control, audio, and security technologies, with hundreds of new products displayed for the first time. A strong lineup of new exhibitors is set to join the 2026 show, adding new solutions for show attendees to discover. The event will feature a diverse array of both new and established exhibitors.
Leading the charge in innovation are KNX National Group USA and Rakoit. The lighting and shading category is expanding as well, with solutions from Euchips, Hudson Valley Lighting Group, ilLumenate Lighting, and Sunricher.
Infrastructure and networking solutions will be prominently featured, showcasing innovations from Tycon Systems, AL Transfo, and Monolithic Power Systems. Additionally, more exhibitors will present a variety of categories. DSPeaker will enhance the audio category, Clinton Electronics will represent the security sector, and InnoCaption will broaden the accessibility category.
The Launchpad offers attendees the chance to discover emerging brands and products they may not have seen before. Featuring new-to-market companies shaping the future of the smart home and connected spaces, it’s the best possible place to explore the latest technologies and identify new solutions for upcoming projects.
Discover Performance Through Experience
CEDIA Expo is one of the few places where attendees can experience technologies in real-world environments before specifying them for projects.
Located directly on the show floor, eight dedicated sound rooms will provide firsthand listening experiences, allowing integrators to compare performance and make informed design decisions. Participating companies include Alcons Audio, Indy Audio Labs, L-Acoustics, Lumagen Inc., Seymour Screen Excellence, Sony, and others. The full sound room lineup and map can be found here.
Attendees can also explore the High Performance Demo Rooms, featuring LG, Trinnov Audio, Pro Audio Technology, and more. These dedicated environments offer a rare opportunity to experience advanced audio and video solutions firsthand.
Throughout the exhibit hall, attendees can visit countless booths with in-booth demos to see firsthand the impact these technologies have, along with Manufacturer Product Trainings (MPTs). With direct manufacturer-delivered content for business owners, technicians, salespeople, and systems designers that illustrate the latest products, technologies, and emerging trends across a series of meeting rooms at the expo, the MPTs offer compelling learning opportunities for showgoers and provide valuable feedback and insights for brands. Attendees can add free MPT sessions by accessing the link in their registration confirmation or when registering. For more information, please visit here.
Automation at the Forefront
At CEDIA Expo Booth C307, the IMCCA AI Lab will provide hands-on experiences with AI technologies, hosted by “The AI Chefs,” Kevin Kieller and David Maldow. Attendees will have the chance to compare leading AI agents, create mock-up images, and test audio, microphone, and video systems in real time.
Also demonstrating automation advancements is Homebot One, Inc., an AI and home robotics company specializing in intelligent memory systems and AI-powered home companionship, which will make a special appearance at CEDIA Expo 2026 with Koko, its flagship AI home companion robot. At the show, Homebot AI will present its long-term vision for embodied AI, intelligent home memory systems, and next-generation human-centered robotics. Attendees will have the chance to visit Koko in person at booth #3742.
Josh.ai, Savant, URC, and other leading manufacturers in artificial intelligence will showcase their new groundbreaking AI innovations on the show floor.
Additional show floor experiences and programming
Beyond the expansive exhibit hall and educational opportunities, CEDIA Expo will feature a variety of special events, awards, and interactive experiences designed to enhance attendee engagement. New for 2026, the Best Booth Awards will recognize exhibitors that deliver exceptional creativity, engagement, and visitor experiences on the show floor.
Presented by Coastal Source in collaboration with Lutron, Destination Outdoors will once again transform more than 22,000 square feet into a fully immersive outdoor technology environment. Attendees will experience the latest innovations in outdoor entertainment, networking, lighting, audio, and smart home solutions operating together in a real-world setting.
The Smart Stage will host a full schedule of thought leadership sessions throughout the event, covering topics ranging from lighting design and home theater to motion-sensing technologies, AI, and emerging residential integration trends. Additional events, features, and programming details are available here.
“The ongoing growth of CEDIA Expo highlights the strength of the residential integration industry and underscores the importance of having a dedicated event for this community,” McGraw adds. “Manufacturers are continuing to invest in the show, new companies are entering the market, and technology professionals depend on CEDIA Expo as the premier venue to discover what’s next. There simply isn’t another event in North America that brings together the entire residential integration ecosystem at this scale. The momentum we are witnessing on the show floor is a direct reflection of an industry that continues to innovate, evolve, and invest in its future.”
