HR Tech 2026
Event Date
October 20–22, 2026
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Expected Exhibitors
400
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryHR Tech — officially the HR Technology Conference & Exposition — is widely regarded as North America's largest annual gathering dedicated to human resources technology. Officially called the HR Technology Conference & Exposition, this gathering is North America's largest annual event where HR practitioners, vendors, analysts, and investors evaluate workforce technology together. The 2026 edition carries the theme "From Change to Transformation," centered on helping HR teams move past pilot-stage AI to deliver measurable outcomes.
The event draws a senior, decision-making audience. It attracts senior HR executives, CHROs, IT leaders, and operations professionals responsible for driving talent strategy, implementing enterprise-wide systems, and evaluating emerging technologies — the place where long-term decisions are made around talent acquisition platforms, workforce analytics, payroll and benefits technology, and employee experience solutions.
Attendees come to compare solutions efficiently and learn from peers. The show lets buyers evaluate established category leaders and emerging innovators side by side, compressing months of research into real-time comparison, while hearing directly from senior HR leaders about real implementation stories. For anyone serious about adopting workforce technology, it offers a rare chance to see the entire HR tech vendor landscape and leading analysts under one roof.
Show Highlights
- Expo floor: More than 400 global solution providers exhibit, letting attendees see technology in action through hands-on demos and immersive experiences.
- Keynotes & sessions: 275+ speakers across 200+ sessions, including keynotes, panels, and strategy sessions.
- Theme — "From Change to Transformation": Programming focuses on how HR can lead AI adoption with people at the center.
- Add-on experiences: HR Executive Strategy Summit, HR Tech Intensives, and the "Women in HR: Building Influence" program.
- Competitions & recognition: The HR Icons Awards Evening and Pitchfest startup competition. The "Top HR Products of the Year 2026" awards and Pitchfest Finals take place Wednesday, October 22.
- Networking: Peer meetups, happy hours, and special evening events throughout the show.
Attendance
According to the official site, HR Tech 2026 expects 7,200+ HR and business leaders, 400+ global solution providers, 275+ speakers, and 200+ sessions. The audience skews senior and buyer-focused, spanning HR executives, CHROs, HRIS and HRIT professionals, talent acquisition teams, IT and operations leaders, analysts, and investors. Major employers whose teams attended in 2025 included Airbnb, Google, Walmart, Deloitte, Liberty Mutual, MGM Resorts, and others.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the official HR Tech registration portal. Pricing rises as the event nears, across several pass types:
HR Practitioner Pass
- Early Bird (ends Sept. 22): $1,495 Conference / $195 Expo
- Advance (Sept. 23 – Oct. 12): $1,695 Conference / $295 Expo
- Standard (after Oct. 12): $1,995 Conference / $495 Expo
Consulting, Advising & Talent Service Professional Pass: $1,695–$2,195 Conference / $395–$695 Expo depending on timing.
Industry Partner Pass: $3,000–$3,700 Conference / $1,595–$1,995 Expo.
Investor & Financial Partner Pass: $2,595–$3,425 Conference / $1,395–$1,795 Expo.
Groups: Teams of 3+ receive 25% off Conference Passes per person. Discounted rates are available for students and academics (call 1-800-727-1227). Exhibitor and sponsor employees register through the Exhibitor Hub. Optional pre-conference add-ons include the HR Icons Awards Evening ($165 individual / $1,085 table for 7), HR Tech Intensives ($150 each), and Women in HR: Building Influence ($25 through July 31, $50 after). All registrations are non-refundable, though passes may be transferred to a colleague within the same organization at no cost.
History
HR Tech is produced by Arc Network LLC (based in West Palm Beach, FL) and is the flagship US event of a global family that also includes HR Tech Europe and HR Tech Asia. It is a long-running, recurring annual conference held each fall in Las Vegas and is recognized as the largest dedicated HR technology event in North America. The 2026 edition returns to Mandalay Bay under the theme "From Change to Transformation."
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 3, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is HR Tech 2026 held?
HR Tech 2026 takes place October 20–22, 2026, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. The venue is located at 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip.
Who should attend HR Tech?
The event is designed for HR leaders and buyers, including CHROs, senior HR executives, HRIS and HRIT professionals, talent acquisition teams, IT and operations leaders, industry analysts, and investors. It is especially valuable for anyone evaluating workforce technology, since it brings the full HR tech vendor landscape together in one place.
How much does it cost to attend and how do I register?
Registration is completed online through the official site. HR Practitioner Conference Passes start at $1,495 during Early Bird (ending Sept. 22) and rise to $1,995 after Oct. 12, with Expo-only passes starting at $195; teams of 3 or more save 25% on Conference Passes.
What makes HR Tech worth attending?
Attendees can evaluate 400+ established and emerging solution providers side by side, compressing months of research into real-time comparison. The program also features 275+ speakers and 200+ sessions where senior HR leaders and analysts share real implementation stories and trends shaping HR.
What are the closest hotels and airport?
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is less than 3 miles from Mandalay Bay, about a 15-minute ride share. The closest hotels, bookable at discounted rates through official housing partner Connections Housing, are Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and the W Hotel.
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