MFV Expositions and Comexposium are set to host Franchise Expo Dallas on September 18-19 at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, marking the company's first return to the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2018. The event comes at a time when Texas is consistently ranked among the top five states for franchise interest and activity, according to industry data.
The expo will feature more than 100 exhibitors, over a dozen workshops and sessions, and a lineup of keynote speakers. Registration is now open for both attendees and exhibitors.
“By almost any industry benchmark metric or standard, it’s clear that interest in business ownership through franchising is at an all-time high,” said Martin Joksimovic, president of MFV Expositions. “There are approximately 850,000 franchise establishments in the U.S. today and it’s only a matter of time before the industry surpasses the one-million mark - a significant milestone. The networking opportunities at Franchise Expo Dallas are, by design, meant to spark the conversations that can turn entrepreneurial dreams into reality. At MFV Expo, we’re proud to play the role of matchmaker, connecting motivated entrepreneurs with franchise opportunities representing a diverse range of industries and all levels of investment.”
The event's educational programming includes two popular workshops on opening day: “A to Z’s of Buying a Franchise,” hosted by Dr. John Hayes, Titus Chair for Franchise Leadership at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and “Franchising Your Business,” presented by franchise industry veteran Mark Siebert of iFranchise Group. Other sessions include “Top Questions to Ask a Franchisor Before Investing,” moderated by Natalie Hoyt of Ascent Hospitality Management, and a keynote on “Minorities Building Wealth with Franchising” by Andre Key, founder and CEO of Sociallybuzz. A full agenda is available on the Seminars page.
Special networking opportunities include the Emerging Brands Pavilion, reserved for brands with fewer than 10 locations; the Business Resource Center, connecting franchise brands with vendors and suppliers; and Franchise Expo Unplugged, featuring podcast interviews with Social Geek Radio.
Exhibitors span a wide range of industries, including well-known names like McDonald’s, GNC Live Well, and Lightbridge Academy. The food and beverage sector features Perkins American Food Co., Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, The Big Biscuit, and Rosatti’s Pizza. Home services are represented by Poolwerx, Pi Kitchen and Bath Shop, and Milo Insulation, while the senior care market includes Golden Years Relocation and Assisted Living Mansion.
Franchise Expo Dallas is the second of four U.S. tour stops for MFV Expo in 2026, following the International Franchise Expo in New York City in May. Upcoming events include Franchise Expo Cincinnati (Oct. 23-24) and Franchise Expo West in Glendale, Arizona (Nov. 13-14).
For more information about the event, including travel and lodging options, visit https://www.franchiseexpo.com/dallas.
