In a world overflowing with innovation, success isn't about chasing the next big thing -- it's about connecting to what matters most.
At MURTEC Connect 2026 we're bringing the restaurant tech ecosystem into focus, where solutions meet strategy, and ideas turn into action.
This is more than just a conference, it's a connection platform.
Get Connected. Stay Ahead. Transform Together.
MURTEC 2026 is engineered to maximize your time, capture clear insights from top experts, and hit the exhibit hall for business-building connections.
Here's what you can expect for 2026.
The Flow
Mornings ignite insight. Afternoons drive connection. Our refined agenda balances learning first, followed by purposeful exhibit hall time that turns ideas into action.
1:1 Curated Matchmaking
No small talk, just smart talk. Engage in tailored meetings with peers and providers who match your goals and accelerate your next move.
Expert-Led Exhibit Hall Tours
Skip the noise. Join curated tours that take you straight to the technologies and partners that align with your strategy.
The MURTEC After Dark Party
When the workday ends, the real connections begin. Build authentic relationships in a setting that's equal parts energy and exclusivity.
INTRODUCING: The AI Summit at MURTEC
Step beyond buzzwords. This new one-day program on March 11 gives non-technical restaurant business leaders the strategic AI foundation to turn insight into impact.
The Future Isn't Waiting, and Neither Should You
MURTEC's third day of programming transforms into the AI Summit at MURTEC, a one-day high-impact program built to help non-technical C-Suite leaders and their IT counterparts align on their AI strategy, quickly.
This 1-day experience cuts through noise to provide the critical foundational education necessary for the C-suite to confidently move from reactive decisions to intentional AI strategy.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Non-technical restaurant leaders ready to move from uncertainty to strategy.
Restaurant technologists ready to partner with leadership and accelerate decisions.
WHEN & WHERE
Wed., March 11th
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
(MURTEC Day 3)
ACCESS
AI Summit can be included in your MURTEC pass at no extra cost, but pre-registration is required. 1-Day AI Summit at MURTEC passes are also available.
Solution providers must be sponsors to participate.
Start-Up Alley: Innovation at the Heart of MURTEC
From its new location inside the MURTEC exhibit floor Startup Alley offers an up-close look at 15 emerging technologies poised to transform the restaurant landscape. Dubbed MURTEC's "crown jewel" this dynamic space showcases a juried-in collection of cutting-edge solutions from innovative startups.
But that's not all! RTN's restaurant judges will evaluate these 15 semi-finalists and choose three to compete live for your vote at MURTEC in the Start-Up Alley finale!
DISCOVER what happens when bold ideas meet bottom line results
UNLOCK the secrets to turning everyday interactions into lasting loyalty
CONNECT with the people and platforms redefining guest experience, one breakthrough at a time.
The MURTEC agenda will include curated speakers and featured case studies, interactive workshops and valueable networking. It all takes place at Caesars Palace, in Las Vegas!
Honoring Hospitality's Top Women & Rising Stars in Restaurant Technology
Celebrate innovation and recognize outstanding contributions from seasoned innovators and emerging talent with the Top Women and Rising Star in Restaurant Technology Awards. These awards shine a spotlight on individuals driving progress in the industry. Honor a trailblazer or rising star who's shaping the future of restaurant technology and submit your nomination today!
Celebrating 30 Years of Restaurant Innovation:
Transforming experiences, empowering teams, and shaping the future of our industry!
