May 16–19, 2026
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
Resources
The following resources are available to support press and digital content creators and ensure they get the most value from the National Restaurant Association Show. Be sure to check out the latest Show press releases for newsworthy updates and download the trend reports for additional insights on industry trends and leading products featured at the 2025 Show.
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Exhibitors
Learn more about the newsworthy products and solutions that were featured at the Show by reviewing the exhibitor press releases from 2025.
On-site Press Room
Visit the press room for a comfortable location to file a story, meet with exhibitors, review press kits, or get a snack and rest your feet before you head back to the exhibit halls.
The press room is located in room S101b. Press room hours will be shared in 2026.
Show Floor Podcast Area
More details including how to secure your spot will be shared in 2026.
Social Media
- Facebook: @NationalRestaurantShow
- LinkedIn: @nationalrestaurantassociationshow
- Instagram: @nationalrestaurantshow
- TikTok: @nationalrestaurantshow
Don't forget to use the official Show hashtag #2026RestaurantShow
Storylines to Consider
- Cover the foodservice industry supply chain and the steps the industry is taking to cost containment, food safety, and while maintaining quality.
- Explore how smaller footprint kitchens and multi-use equipment are redesigning kitchen spaces.
- See and interact with the latest innovations to provide your readers with a glimpse into the future of the smart appliance market.
- Report on industry statistics and the economic impact of the foodservice industry today and in the future as restaurant industry’s sales are projected to increase.
- Explore the availability of healthy items and the exploration of new food sourcing options as customers look for tasty gluten-free choices, foods without GMOs, plant-based options, and low or sugar-free choices for personal and dietary needs.
- Uncover how and why the foodservice industry is working to bring sustainable products to their restaurants.
- Report on how restaurants are setting the example for recycling initiatives.
- Discover the technology innovations coming to the market that will support industry profitability and efficiency.
- Cover the lighter side of the industry by featuring new culinary techniques to test and try.
- Highlight celebrated chefs of the future, how they are growing their skills and making a name for themselves.
Contact Information
For press inquiries, contact Julie Franks (jfranks@mdg.agency). For Digital Content Creator inquires, contact Sara Fellows (sara.fellows@mdg.agency).
