
ITS | America Conference & Expo 2027
Event Date
April 12–15, 2027
Location
Salt Lake City, UT
Expected Exhibitors
170
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe ITS America Conference & Expo is the flagship annual gathering of the intelligent transportation systems (ITS) community in the United States, uniting public-sector agencies, private companies, and researchers around the deployment of smarter, safer, and more connected mobility. Organized by RX Global in partnership with the Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America), the multi-day event pairs a large exhibit hall with an extensive conference program and live technology demonstrations.
The show draws transportation leaders working across artificial intelligence, automated vehicles, connected transportation (V2X), digital infrastructure, cybersecurity and data, multi-modal mobility, and traffic incident management. Attendees include state and local DOT officials, federal agency representatives, technology developers, integrators, investors, academics, and students entering the field.
It is worth attending for the combination of real-world deployment insight, hands-on demonstrations, and high-level networking. The four-day event unites the industry's most forward-thinking companies and global leaders around solutions spanning artificial intelligence, connected transportation, cybersecurity, data analytics, digital infrastructure, and autonomous vehicles. The next edition takes place April 12-15, 2027 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Show Highlights
Signature features of the ITS America Conference & Expo include:
- Conference program: Attend any of 100+ sessions focused on real-world deployment of intelligent transportation system innovations, from AI and automated vehicles to digital infrastructure and V2X/connected technologies.
- Live demonstrations: A live, first-hand environment to experience the latest innovations in action, offering direct insight into future mobility possibilities and the technologies shaping tomorrow's transportation landscape.
- Cybersecurity & Data Zone: a dedicated exhibit-hall space with hands-on workshops and expert sessions where transportation meets cybersecurity and data solutions.
- ITS StartUps Zone: The inaugural ITS StartUps Zone gave emerging transportation companies a platform alongside the industry's most established players, connecting new voices in the sector with the agencies, investors, and partners needed to advance their technologies.
- Future Leaders Program: Sponsored by Southwest Research Institute, the program challenged students and young professionals to explore artificial intelligence's role in transforming transportation, connecting rising talent directly with industry pioneers.
The 2026 Detroit edition also featured landmark plenary sessions with federal and industry leaders and outdoor demonstrations on the city's connected corridors.
Attendance
At the 2026 edition in Detroit, the show reported record attendance. More than 3,000 industry professionals attended, from 46 states and the District of Columbia. The official recap also cited 170+ exhibitors and sponsors, 100+ conference sessions, and participation from 23 countries, regions, and territories.
Registration
Registration is handled through the official ITS America Conference & Expo website. Prospective attendees can submit a registration inquiry via the event site to be notified when registration for the 2027 edition opens, and exhibitors can apply through the "Interested in Exhibiting" pages. Passes typically span full conference/education access and expo-hall access; specific 2027 pass types, pricing, and deadlines had not yet been published at the time of writing. Check the official website for the latest registration details.
History
The ITS America Conference & Expo is produced by RX Global in partnership with ITS America, the Intelligent Transportation Society of America, which advances the research and deployment of intelligent transportation technologies. The 2026 program reflected on the industry's 35-year evolution and charted the course for the next generation of mobility, marking a significant milestone celebrated during the Detroit edition. At that event, ITS America and RX confirmed the ITS America Conference & Expo 2027 for April 12-15, 2027 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the ITS World Congress 2028 for Oct. 8-12, 2028 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The show rotates host cities annually and serves as North America's leading ITS industry event.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Salt Palace Convention Center
100 W South Temple St
The Salt Palace Convention Center is located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. It boasts nearly a million square feet of meeting rooms, ballrooms, exhibit halls, and open space. The facility offers 515,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit hall space divisible into 9 halls, 164,000 square feet of meeting space (14 separate rooms that can be divided into at least 70 different spaces), a 45,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom divisible into 10 smaller rooms, several foyers that can accommodate receptions, 1,000 underground parking stalls, and 40 loading docks. Adjoined to the facility are the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art and Abravanel Hall, home of the Utah Symphony.
Parking
The Salt Palace Convention Center has 1,000 underground parking stalls. When attending an event, give yourself plenty of time to park and reach your event, as the facility takes up several square blocks and there may be some walking involved. Additional paid parking garages and lots are available throughout downtown near the venue; note that overnight parking is not allowed at the convention center location.
Getting There
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is the main airport serving the city, located about 15–20 minutes from the Salt Palace, and is a major hub with direct flights from most major U.S. cities. Attendees can use the UTA TRAX light rail for easy travel around downtown and to and from the airport. Uber and Lyft are widely available for quick trips to and from the venue, and many hotels, restaurants, and coffee spots are within walking distance of the Salt Palace.
Nearby Hotels
Downtown Salt Lake City has extensive lodging near the venue. There are over 8,000 hotel rooms in downtown Salt Lake, ranging from 5-diamond luxury and all-suite full-service properties to limited-service economy rooms, within walking distance or a short TRAX ride away. Options close to the Salt Palace include:
- Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek — adjacent to the Salt Palace Convention Center.
- Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City — about 0.2 miles from the venue.
- Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City — a quick 3-minute walk from the Salt Palace Convention Center.
- Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown — about a 5-minute walk from the Salt Palace Convention Center.
- Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown — both within roughly 0.2–0.3 miles of the venue.
Organizers partnered with hotels near the Salt Palace for convenient locations and exclusive rates; booking early is advised, and discounted rates ended June 8th.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the next ITS America Conference & Expo?
The next edition takes place April 12-15, 2027 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The conference runs across all four days, with the expo hall open April 13-15.
Who should attend the ITS America Conference & Expo?
The event is designed for the intelligent transportation community, including public and private sector transportation agencies, technology developers, integrators, researchers, investors, and students. Attendees focus on deploying technologies for a safer, smarter, and more connected transportation system.
What topics and technologies are covered?
Sessions and exhibits span artificial intelligence, automated vehicles, digital infrastructure, V2X/connected transportation, cybersecurity and data, multi-modal mobility, and traffic incident management. The 2026 program featured more than 100 conference sessions and live technology demonstrations.
How do I register or exhibit?
Registration and exhibiting are handled through the official website, itsamericaevents.com. You can submit a registration inquiry to be notified when attendee registration opens, or use the exhibitor pages to express interest in exhibiting or sponsoring.
How big is the ITS America Conference & Expo?
The 2026 edition in Detroit set attendance records, drawing more than 3,000 industry professionals from 46 states and the District of Columbia, with 170+ exhibitors and sponsors and 100+ conference sessions. It is North America's leading intelligent transportation industry event.
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