CEDIA Expo Honors Top Exhibitors at 2026 Show
The event brought 65 new exhibitors to the Las Vegas Convention Center with future shows set for September 2027.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Home Entertainment
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The CEDIA Expo recognized leading exhibitors with its inaugural Best Booth Awards during the 2026 conference. The honors highlighted design and innovation, while attendees cast their own ballots to crown a favorite audio demo room.
Why it matters
As the valley continues to serve as a major hub for trade shows, the event's expansion is marked by the debut of 65 new exhibitors this year. The growth of the expo brings thousands of industry professionals to the Las Vegas Convention Center, impacting local hospitality and travel demand.
The 2026 event featured 65 new exhibitors, contributing to a broader industry showcase. Final attendance figures remain undisclosed, though exhibitors reported high engagement, with one new participant noting that 90% of conversations led to new connections.
The players
CEDIA Expo
An annual industry trade show focused on home technology and systems integration.
Origin Acoustics
An audio technology company that received the Best of Show and Best Grand Booth awards.
Pro Audio Technology/Theory Audio Design
The recipient of the People's Choice Award for Best Sound/Audio Demo Room.
The details
Trade publication editors selected category winners ranging from lighting to control systems, while attendees voted for the People's Choice Award. Origin Acoustics took home both Best of Show and Best Grand Booth honors, and Pro Audio Technology/Theory Audio Design secured the People's Choice prize. These awards focus on booth presentation, marking a new shift in how the expo engages both industry experts and show attendees.
Timeline
The 2026 CEDIA Expo took place earlier this year.
The next expo is scheduled for September 7-10, 2027.
Beyond the Strip
The CEDIA Expo follows the established model of the Consumer Electronics Show by utilizing the Las Vegas Convention Center for industry-wide technology showcases. This year's expansion signals a continued reliance on local infrastructure to accommodate growing professional trade events.
Residents should plan for increased traffic near the Las Vegas Convention Center during the next event scheduled for September 7-10, 2027. If you work in the resort corridor, expect higher hotel occupancy and event-related congestion during these dates.
The takeaway
The inaugural awards highlight a push toward better booth engagement for trade show exhibitors. Industry professionals should watch for attendee registration dates for the 2027 show to secure access to next year's product demonstrations.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest innovations in Home Entertainment as the valley hosts major industry trade shows.
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