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Industrial Automation, Digital Transformation & Modern Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation’s Automation Fair is one of the premier events in the industrial automation industry, bringing together engineers, operations leaders, technology experts, and innovators to explore the latest advancements shaping modern manufacturing, digital transformation, and industrial operations.

Automation Fair 2026 takes place November 16–19, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts, at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center. The four-day event is expected to bring together more than 14,000 problem-solvers, makers, and leaders for keynote presentations, expert-led training, hands-on technology demonstrations, networking opportunities, and an expansive expo featuring 150+ interactive exhibits.

Build Tomorrow, Today

Industrial operations are changing fast. Manufacturers and industrial organizations are being asked to move smarter, respond faster, improve resiliency, and prepare for a future shaped by automation, data, AI, cybersecurity, and connected technologies.

Automation Fair 2026 helps attendees chart that path forward through education, inspiration, and real-world application.

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Packages

Early Bird Discount:
Register by September 25, 2026 and receive 5% OFF.

Registration Closes:
October 16, 2026.

Great for Plant Managers, Operations Leaders, and Senior Management.

(2) Day General Access + Accommodations

$1,795

Transportation, Hotel & Meals

Round trip chartered bus transportation
- Park your vehicle at Fromm in Reading, PA
- Bus drops you off at the hotel
- Bus returns you to Fromm in Reading, PA
Daily shuttle between hotel and event
(2) night accommodations at Cambria Hotel Boston Downtown – Seaport
(1) Fromm hosted exclusive dinner
(2) lunches

Automation Fair

Expo Access
Keynote Speakers
Summits
On-Site & Off-Site Tours
Industry Viewpoints
Product Introductions
Discovery Theaters
Panel Discussions
Partner-led Sessions
Customer-led Sessions
Intro-level Technical Sessions
Intro-level Hands-on Labs
Networking

Great for maintenance personnel who have limited travel flexibility.

(2) Day General Access + Advanced Training Pass + Accommodations

$2,950

Everything in the Executive Package plus:

Advanced-level Technical Training
Advanced-level Hands-on Labs
Professional Development Hour Credits

Great for Maintenance Managers, Project Managers, Facilities Managers, and Reliability Engineers.

(4) Day General Access + Accommodations

$2,250

Transportation, Hotel & Meals

Round trip chartered bus transportation
- Park your vehicle at Fromm in Reading, PA
- Bus drops you off at the hotel
- Bus returns you to Fromm in Reading, PA
Daily shuttle between hotel and event
(4) night accommodations at Cambria Hotel Boston Downtown – Seaport
(1) Fromm hosted exclusive dinner
(4) lunches

Automation Fair

Expo Access
Keynote Speakers
Summits
On-Site & Off-Site Tours
Industry Viewpoints
Product Introductions
Discovery Theaters
Panel Discussions
Partner-led Sessions
Customer-led Sessions
Intro-level Technical Sessions
Intro-level Hands-on Labs
Networking

Great for Controls, SCADA, OT and Industrial Network Engineers, and PLC Technicians.

(4) General Access + Advanced Training Pass + Accommodations

$3,350

Everything in Operations Package plus:

Advanced-level Technical Training
Advanced-level Hands-on Labs
Professional Development Hour Credits

Cambria Boston Downtown
6 West Broadway
Boston, MA 02127
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Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
415 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210 USA
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91+ days prior | 100% refund

90 days prior | 70% refund

30 days prior | Transferable within company

10 days prior | No refund / No Transfer

Why Attend?

Turn Insight Into Action

“The scale, quality, and energy of Automation Fair is truly world-class.”

— Shane Lay, Solutions Consultant, ATSYS

Learn from Experts

Take part in advanced training, educational sessions, and hands-on labs focused on technologies shaping the future of industrial operations.

Experience Innovation

Explore live demonstrations, real-world applications, and interactive exhibits across the expo floor.

Connect with Leaders

Build relationships with engineers, operations professionals, technology providers, system integrators, and decision-makers.

Prepare for What’s Next

Gain insight into trends and strategies helping companies improve agility, resiliency, productivity, and sustainability.

Highlights

14,000+Attendees
150+Interactive Exhibits
500+Hours of Training
250+Educational Sessions
500+Expert Presenters