The newly renovated Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) is making a powerful first impression as CES 2026 returns to the city, marking a major milestone for both the venue and the world’s largest consumer technology trade show.
Stepping into the expansive Central Hall grand lobby, visitors are greeted by a flood of natural light—a dramatic transformation from the dark, dated corridors that once defined the space. The striking upgrade is a centrepiece of the $600 million LVCC renovation, completed just in time for CES, which runs from January 6–9 across the convention centre and multiple venues on the Las Vegas Strip.
The renovation underscores Las Vegas’ commitment to remaining a global hub for business events and innovation. Speaking at a press conference ahead of the show, Steve Hill, President and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), highlighted the long-standing relationship between the city and CES.
“CES has been such a great partner with us over the years,” Hill said. “They’ve truly become part of the Las Vegas brand.”
CES 2026 is set to be one of the largest editions yet, occupying 2.6 million square feet of exhibition space—up from 2.4 million square feet last year. According to Gary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), the show is expected to welcome more than 140,000 attendees and approximately 4,000 exhibitors from around the world.
This year’s CES will spotlight the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, digital devices and immersive entertainment technologies. As a key global meeting point for innovation, the event enables companies, startups and investors to connect, collaborate and conduct business at scale. Notably, around 40 percent of attendees travel from outside the United States, reinforcing CES’ international reach.
“Las Vegas is the No. 1 business destination for technology innovation in the world,” Shapiro said. “Nothing else in the U.S. attracts as much international travel as CES.”
Beyond innovation, CES delivers a significant economic boost to the city. The event fills hotels, drives restaurant traffic and supports local transportation services. Shapiro estimates nearly $500 million in direct visitor spending during CES week, while LVCVA places the economic impact at approximately $380 million.
With a transformed convention centre and a record-scale show, CES 2026 firmly positions Las Vegas at the centre of the global technology and events landscape.
