TSRC | Texas Society for Respiratory Care 2026
Event Date
August 4–6, 2026
Location
Irving, TX
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Texas Society for Respiratory Care (TSRC) State Convention & Exhibition is the annual gathering of the Texas Society for Respiratory Care, a chartered state affiliate of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC). As a chartered affiliate of the AARC, the Texas Society for Respiratory Care works to support local respiratory therapists and the profession overall. The organization's mission centers on advancing the field: its purpose is to promote the art and science of respiratory care by respiratory therapists.
The convention brings together respiratory therapists, students, educators, managers, and other pulmonary and critical-care professionals from across Texas for continuing education, clinical updates, and professional networking. Attendees typically gather to earn continuing education credit, learn about advances in respiratory and pulmonary care, and connect with peers and industry representatives.
The accompanying exhibition floor lets attendees explore the latest respiratory equipment, devices, pharmaceuticals, and services from participating vendors. The 55th Annual TSRC State Convention & Exhibition is organized by the Texas Society for Respiratory Care and is held August 4–6, 2026 at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas in Irving, Texas.
Show Highlights
Key features of the TSRC State Convention & Exhibition typically include:
- Continuing education sessions and clinical lectures relevant to respiratory therapists and pulmonary care professionals.
- An exhibition hall where attendees can view respiratory devices, equipment, and services from participating vendors.
- Professional networking with respiratory care practitioners, educators, students, and managers from across Texas.
Specific session titles, speakers, and program tracks for the 2026 convention were not confirmed on the sources reviewed.
Registration
Registration for the TSRC State Convention & Exhibition is handled through the Texas Society for Respiratory Care. Specific pass types, pricing, and deadlines for the 2026 convention were not available on the sources reviewed; prospective attendees and exhibitors should consult the official TSRC website (tsrc.org) for current registration details.
History
The Texas Society for Respiratory Care is a chartered state affiliate of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), governed by a Board of Directors with delegates in the AARC House of Delegates. As a chartered affiliate of the AARC, the society supports local respiratory therapists and the profession overall, and each state society is led by a Board of Directors and includes delegates in the AARC House of Delegates. The 2026 gathering marks the 55th Annual TSRC State Convention & Exhibition, indicating a decades-long history of annual state conventions.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas
500 W Las Colinas Blvd.
The Irving Convention Center is a 275,000 sq ft facility on a 40-acre tract in the Las Colinas Urban Center in Irving, Texas. Opened in January 2011, the convention center and adjoining mixed-use entertainment district are bordered on the west by Highway 114, on the east by Las Colinas Boulevard, on the north by Spur 348/Northwest Highway, and to the south by Fuller Drive. The building is recognized for its unique architecture and vertical design, and is designed to serve exhibitions, conventions, and meetings, with a focus on groups of 800 to 1,200 people and a capacity of 4,000 for a general session. The first floor contains the 50,000 sq ft column-free exhibition hall that spans approximately two and a half stories in height and includes the main lobby.
Parking
An 800-space parking structure is attached to the facility, and additional parking is available within walking distance. Note that most open-to-the-public/consumer events have a parking fee for convention center garage parking, which varies from event to event. Prepaid parking and printable driving-direction/parking maps are available via the Irving Convention Center website.
Getting There
By air: Both Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field are less than 10 miles from the core of Las Colinas, so the Irving Convention Center can be reached by a quick flight from anywhere in the United States.
By rail/transit: A dedicated light rail station, the Irving Convention Center station, provides DART light rail service directly to the convention center via the Orange Line. The station provides connections to DFW International Airport and, via the Green Line, Dallas Love Field. While in Las Colinas, visitors can take advantage of the free Las Colinas Area Personal Transit System (APT) people-mover.
By car: Situated in the middle of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and its network of freeways, traveling to and around Irving by car is easy.
Rideshare/taxi: Uber and Lyft both operate in Irving and the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, making it simple to get a ride to and from the Irving Convention Center.
Nearby Hotels
The Irving Convention Center sits within the Las Colinas district, which offers a wide range of accommodations:
- Texican Court, by Valencia Hotel Collection — 501 West Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039, directly adjacent to the convention center; the official Lucky Leaf site lists it as the show's accommodation partner.
- The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas — located at the Irving Convention Center Station area.
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Irving Convention Center - Las Colinas — near the convention center station.
More broadly, Irving offers an impressive selection of 90+ hotels from luxury to budget-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 TSRC State Convention & Exhibition held?
The 55th Annual TSRC State Convention & Exhibition takes place August 4–6, 2026, at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas in Irving, Texas.
Who organizes the event and who should attend?
The convention is organized by the Texas Society for Respiratory Care, a chartered state affiliate of the American Association for Respiratory Care. It is designed for respiratory therapists, students, educators, managers, and other pulmonary and critical-care professionals.
What happens at the TSRC State Convention?
The event combines continuing education and clinical sessions with an exhibition hall featuring respiratory equipment, devices, and services, plus professional networking opportunities. Its mission is to promote the art and science of respiratory care.
Where can I stay near the venue?
The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas connects directly to the convention center, and several other hotels—including Texican Court, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Las Colinas, and Marriott Dallas Las Colinas—are within about a half mile in the walkable Las Colinas district.
How do I get to the Irving Convention Center?
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is roughly 3.7 miles away, about a 20-minute drive. The area is also served by DART light rail, with the Irving Convention Center Light Rail Station about a five-minute walk away, and rideshare and rental cars are widely available.
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