May 22–25, 2027
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
Press and Content Creators
If you joined us at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show, thank you for attending! Explore highlights, key takeaways and imagery from the event below to support your coverage on the Show.
The Show is where the next era of foodservice begins and where you see what is coming next before it reaches the market. Press registration for next year's Show will open in 2027.
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Press Releases
National Restaurant Association Show Accepting Submissions for 2027 FABI Awards
October 21, 2026
FABI Awards honor food and beverage innovation across taste, ingredients and preparation.
Exhibitors Return in Force at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026
April 29, 2026
With 70% of exhibitors returning and a sharper focus on cost, labor, and operational challenges, the 2026 Show reflects where the industry is investing now.
National Restaurant Association Show Opens 2027 Kitchen Innovations Awards Applications
September 30, 2026
KI Awards recognize equipment and technology solving everyday challenges for foodservice operators.
National Restaurant Association Show Donates 156,500 Pounds of Food, Supplies and Materials to Local Communities
June 17, 2026
Fight2Feed partnership and new composting initiative redirected resources and reduced waste during the 2026 Show.
Contact Information
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