Automate Forward 2026

Automate Forward Detroit 2026
From June 22, 2026 until June 25, 2026
(Please double-check the dates and location on the organizer below before attending.)

Automate 2026, held June 22‑25 in Chicago, is North America’s largest robotics and automation trade show. The exhibit floor showcases a broad spectrum of automation technologies, including AI‑driven robotics, advanced motion‑control systems, vision and sensor solutions, force‑torque sensors, and plug‑and‑play actuators. Signature zones feature the Humanoid Robot Pavilion, the Innovation Awards display, and the Education Pavilion aimed at students and educators. A dedicated Startup Challenge offers a $10,000 prize for emerging robotics solutions. The concurrent Automate Conference delivers expert‑led sessions, keynote speeches, and specialized forums such as the Humanoid Robot Forum and Empowerment Forum. Attendees can network at the evening party, explore special events, and meet hiring exhibitors. The event emphasizes hands‑on demos, industry trends for 2026, and opportunities for both first‑time and returning participants to discover new automation strategies and partnerships.


Register for entry or booths

Please register at the organizer website of Automate Forward

Venue Map and Hotels Around

Detroit - Huntington Place, Michigan, USA