Las Vegas is preparing to host the world’s leading consumer technology showcase as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) returns from January 6 to 9, 2026, with promises of major innovations in artificial intelligence, processors, and next-generation displays.
More than 4,500 technology companies are expected to participate in CES 2026, unveiling cutting-edge products and concepts that could shape the industry in the year ahead. Media preview events will begin on January 4, setting the tone for a week of high-profile product launches and keynote presentations.
The event will span nearly 2.5 million square feet across 12 venues, including the Las Vegas Convention Center and major hotel campuses. The Venetian campus will cover the Venetian, Palazzo and Wynn, while the C Space campus will include Aria, Vdara, Cosmopolitan and Park MGM.
Major global technology firms such as Nvidia, Qualcomm, Intel, Samsung and Hisense are set to occupy prime exhibition spaces, featuring large-scale booths and immersive demonstrations.
Artificial intelligence is expected to dominate the agenda, with AI-powered solutions showcased across smart home technology, wearable devices, robotics and enterprise systems. New processors from AMD, Intel and Qualcomm are also anticipated, designed to support advanced AI capabilities in consumer products.
CES has long been a platform for television manufacturers to debut display innovations, while PC makers traditionally use the event to introduce new hardware designs that often define market trends for the year.
CES remains a trade-only event, open to industry professionals aged 18 and above. Attendees must provide proof of affiliation with the consumer technology sector. The Exhibits Plus Pass is priced at $350, while the Deluxe Conference Pass costs $1,700. The previous edition attracted more than 142,000 registered participants.
Tech enthusiasts unable to attend can follow the event through livestreams on YouTube and social media, with the official CES YouTube channel offering extensive coverage of key announcements.
Held annually in Las Vegas since 1978, CES continues to stand as the technology industry’s most influential global gathering, with media days often generating headlines even before the show floor officially opens.
