Pittsburgh Robotics & AI Discovery Day 2026

Explore robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing through live demos, interactive exhibits, and conversations with the companies and organizations shaping the future of technology in Pittsburgh. Registration is required for entry.

September 16, 2026
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA

Robotics & AI Discovery Day is free and open to the public.

Join Pittsburgh Robotics Network for a full day of discovery, inspiration, and connection at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. This event brings together robotics, AI, and advanced manufacturing companies, along with career and training pathway providers, community organizations, startup support programs, and industry partners for a hands-on look at the technologies shaping our future.

Attendees can explore live technology demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and real world applications of robotics and AI across multiple industries. Whether you are a business leader, investor, jobseeker, student, educator, family member, or simply curious about the future of technology, this event is designed to help you engage directly with the region’s innovation ecosystem.

Pittsburgh is home to more than 125 robotics businesses, and Robotics & AI Discovery Day is designed to make that ecosystem visible and accessible to the public in one place.

Registration is required for entry. Walk-ins may be accommodated, but advance registration is strongly encouraged to help expedite entry and maximize your time onsite.

This event is a strong fit for:

Business professionals
Investors
Jobseekers
Students
Educators
Families
Community members
Anyone interested in robotics, AI, and advanced manufacturing

Parents and guardians are welcome to attend with children.

Large unregistered groups of children are not permitted under General Attendance. Schools, youth organizations, camps, homeschool groups, and other organized student groups must register in advance and follow student group attendance guidelines.

This event is designed with a business, technology, and career exploration focus. Organized student group participation is best suited for high school aged students. Student groups under 14 are not permitted as organized groups, though younger children may still attend with direct parent or guardian supervision.

Live robotics and AI demonstrations
Interactive exhibits
Advanced manufacturing technologies
Career and training pathway organizations
Community and ecosystem partners
A chance to meet the companies building the future in Pittsburgh

Limited parking is available in the garage connected to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Additional nearby downtown garage options may also be available. Venue policies, including visitor guidelines, are handled by the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

Concessions are expected to be available onsite. The Convention Center is cashless, so attendees should be prepared to use a card or accepted digital payment method. The current FAQ lists concession hours as 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, though you may want to confirm that before publishing in Eventbrite.

For guests traveling from out of town, the current FAQ lists The Westin Pittsburgh and Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown as nearby hotel options within walking distance.

For registration, ticketing, and general event questions, please contact [email protected].

Video footage and photos may be taken during this event. By registering, attendees permit Pittsburgh Robotics Network to use these images in print, digital, or web based materials for promotional and archival purposes.

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