Key Things to Know
- CEDIA Expo 2026 runs Tuesday, Sept. 1 through Friday, Sept. 4 in Denver.
- Hundreds of new products will debut across audio, video, lighting, security, smart home, work-from-home and home theater categories.
- CEDIA Expo is the largest residential and custom systems integration trade show in North America.
- Jason McGraw, group vice president and show director of CEDIA Expo, points to the depth of innovation and hands-on product experience as key draws.
- Live demonstrations let integrators evaluate solutions side by side before recommending them to clients.
When and Where Is CEDIA Expo 2026?
CEDIA Expo 2026 returns to Denver from Tuesday, Sept. 1 through Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. With less than a month to go, exhibiting brands are preparing significant product launches built to power integrator business well into 2027. The innovations debuting at the show span audio, video, lighting, security, smart home, work-from-home, home theater and much more.
What New Products Will Debut at the Show?
Hundreds of new products are slated to debut at CEDIA Expo 2026, giving integrators a first look at solutions for current and future projects. The lineup spans a wide range of categories and applications, including:
- 8K gaming projectors, art televisions and new indoor and outdoor displays
- Large-screen LED walls, touchscreens and mounting solutions
- AVoIP platforms, network switches and professional-grade WiFi
- Multi-channel amplifiers, preamp processors and reference-grade subwoofers
- Built-to-order loudspeakers, patio speakers and open-concept sound systems
- Accent lights, bending lights, LED tape and nightscaping systems
- Lighting controllers, motorized shades and motion sensors
- Gunshot detection systems and home cinema systems
- AI-powered robots, AI-powered smart control systems and automation controllers
- Climate controls, HVAC gateways and integrator software
That range means there’s something for every system application and every type of project.
Why Is CEDIA Expo Focused on Residential Integrators?
CEDIA Expo is built specifically for residential integrators, and that focus shapes every part of the show. “CEDIA Expo has focus,” McGraw explains. “Every aspect of the show is specifically designed for residential integrators, surrounding them with the industry’s latest innovations, residential-focused brands and solutions, and education carefully tailored to the way they work.”
That tailored approach helps integrators find the products, partners and knowledge that map directly to the work they do every day.
Why Do Hands-On Demonstrations Matter for Integrators?
Hands-on demonstrations give integrators the confidence to recommend the right solutions for each unique project. Seeing products in action, rather than reading a spec sheet, reflects the way clients will experience them in the field.
“At CEDIA Expo, attendees experience products the same way their clients will,” McGraw says. “Nothing compares to seeing a live demonstration or evaluating solutions side by side. These hands-on experiences give integrators the confidence to recommend the right solutions for every unique project.”
What Does the Product Lineup Say About the Industry?
The scale and ambition of this year’s product lineup reflect strong momentum across the residential integration industry. According to McGraw, the depth and breadth of innovation showcased first at the show underscore its status as the largest residential and custom systems integration trade show in North America.
“This is just the tip of the iceberg as to what show-goers can expect in Denver next month,” McGraw says. “It’s indicative of the ambition of our exhibitors, bringing together the industry leaders, and the reality that there is no better platform from which to launch high-performing residential technologies. CEDIA Expo this September will be an event to remember.”
Who Should Attend CEDIA Expo 2026?
Integrators, installers, designers and other professionals who design, specify and install connected-home technology are the core audience for CEDIA Expo 2026. The show brings the integration community together in one place to discover new products, sharpen their skills and connect with the manufacturers shaping what comes next. For professionals planning residential and custom projects into 2027, Denver in September is where the industry gathers. Register to attend today!