2026 Texas Innovation Invitational
Driving transportation innovation
The Texas Innovation Invitational is an annual, statewide event convening transportation leaders, technologists, researchers, policymakers, and industry innovators to showcase advancements that will shape Texas’ transportation future.
The event features a poster session highlighting tech and process improvement innovations, technology demonstrations, expert panel discussions, subject matter expert-led breakout sessions, and a regional mobility solution pitch competition between local government partners – all focused on modernizing mobility, safety, and more.
Exhibitors showcase the latest innovations across a range of sectors, including AI-powered solutions, unmanned aircraft systems, and advanced technologies.
Engaging panel discussions and interactive breakout sessions with experts in transportation innovation from TxDOT, universities, private industry and public-sector organizations.
Local government teams pitch regional mobility solutions and receive expert feedback in competition for the STAR award.
TxDOT innovators display posters featuring their proven, real‑world solutions that deliver safer roads, smarter mobility, and greater efficiency for Texas travelers.