CES 2026 Debuts the Las Vegas Convention Center’s $600 Million Renovation

The venue's redesign reflects a broader shift toward flexible, revenue-generating space. 

View in browser Unsubscribe Thursday January 08, 2026 Technology   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief 2025 in Event Tech: Consolidation, AI Updates and Streamlined Versions of All-In-One Platforms What looked to be a slow year for event tech deals ramped up to a climactic finale with three major deals announced in December. Will this continue into 2026?   Webinar       Skift Meetings Megatrends 2026 The Skift Meetings Megatrends 2026 report identified the transformative forces shaping our industry in the year ahead. Now, it's time to move beyond the page. In this exclusive Backstage Briefing webinar, we aren't just identifying trends; we are exploring why they matter, how they will play out in real-time, and the specific impact they will have on your bottom line. Register Now News   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor CES 2026 Debuts the Las Vegas Convention Center's $600 Million Renovation CES 2026 is the first major showcase of the Las Vegas Convention Center's $600 million renovation, with the redesigned Grand Lobby reflecting a broader shift toward flexible, revenue-generating space.    Trends Report       Skift Meetings Megatrends 2026 The Skift Meetings Megatrends 2026 report goes beyond surface-level trends. It equips you with the critical intelligence you need to turn today's disruption into tomorrow's advantage. Sponsored by Choose Chicago, Louisville Tourism and Visit Austin. Download now Event Management   Barbara Scofidio Editor The Sourcing Scramble is Now the Status Quo 2026 promises continued condensed booking windows and last-minute sourcing decisions as planners grapple with budgetary and geopolitical uncertainty. Events Skift Meetings Forum 2026 Skift Meetings' flagship event will bring together leaders in New York on September 22 for a deep-dive on how the business of events is reinventing itself. This game-changing gathering gives event professionals the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly shifting business and geopolitical landscape. Register Now Popular Content Event Management Dates to Avoid for Events in 2026 & 2027 Timing can make or break attendance, engagement, and the overall success of a business event. Cultural observances, global elections, and seasonal breaks are dates that should be avoided. - Andrea Doyle   Event Managment Planners Share How to Cut Event Costs in 2026 As affordability continues to be a top challenge in 2026, planners will be forced to balance broader cost-cutting strategies with small, surgical cuts to their F&B, speakers and entertainment, decor, and gifting. - Barbara Scofidio   Trends & Insights Megatrends vs. Reality: How 2025 Event Predictions Played Out Predicting the biggest shifts in the events industry is never simple. Some of Skift Meetings' predictions for 2025 did in fact reshape the industry, while others went off course or were impacted by roadblocks. - Andrea Doyle Defining the future of events. Skift. 35 W 31st St., New York, NY, 10001, USA Follow Us: LinkedIn   |  X   |  Facebook   |  Instagram   |  YouTube You received this because you are subscribed to Newsletter | Skift Meetings Stand-Up from Skift. For Gmail users: If you are using the tabbed inbox, Skift emails may be pushed to the 'Promotions' tab. To get updates from Skift direct to your primary inbox, drag and drop this email to that tab.