Overview

Join agency and industry leaders this fall for the fifth annual Commuter Rail Summit designed to advance the partnerships, strategies, and operational insights shaping the future of regional rail.

The 2026 Commuter Rail Summit brings together agency executives, policymakers, operators, suppliers, consultants, and industry partners for a high-value, relationship-driven gathering focused on the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing commuter rail.

In an intimate setting built for practical discussion and direct connection, attendees will participate in executive conversations, technical tours, peer exchanges, networking events, and regional mobility experiences hosted with Trinity Metro, DART, and DCTA.

Together, participants will examine how commuter rail agencies and their partners are strengthening service, expanding regional connectivity, preparing for major events, advancing transit-oriented development, applying emerging technologies, and building resilient organizations.

The commuter rail industry will gather at The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth November 9-11, 2026 for round table discussions, fireside chats with industry leaders, technical tours and next-level networking to prepare for both the challenges and the unprecedented opportunities awaiting the nation’s commuter railroads.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Convene for two+ days of robust content, peer-to-peer discussions and fireside chats, plus technical tours offered by Trinity Metro.

Connect with agency leadership, colleagues, and policymakers. Each day offers multiple opportunities to build relationships across the industry, including Monday’s Welcome Reception at Cowtown Coliseum, at Tuesday’s Cocktail Hour and Awards Dinner at T&P Station, and as we travel on Trinity Metro for technical tours.

Collaborate throughout the week: discuss best practices, learn with and from others in the industry, share your own solutions to help solve industry challenges, and to embrace opportunities on the horizon.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Agency CEOs, Deputies, CXOs

Operations, Safety, Marketing and Public/Government Affairs team members

OEMs, suppliers, consultants, contractors, and other commuter rail allies.

WHERE WE’LL MEET

• The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth |200 Main St. Forth Worth, TX 76102
  

Book Accommodations HERE

*Please adjust the date range in the link to suit your travel plans

CRC’s negotiated rate of $229/night expires October 18.

• Cowtown Coliseum | 121 E Exchange Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76164
  

• T&P Station | 221 W Lancaster Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76102
  

EVENT REGISTRATION

Full Summit registration includes Monday’s Welcome Reception, Tuesday’s Champions of Commuter Rail Awards Dinner, breakfast, lunch, breaks, and technical tours with Trinity Metro, DART, and DCTA.

Registration is limited to 225 guests, and all registrations must be paid in advance to be considered complete. Due to capacity constraints, on-site registration will not be available.

CRC Members

Full Registration $895 before August 30, 2026, then $995 from September 2026.

(Includes Monday Welcome Reception and Tuesday Awards Dinner)

Non-Members

Full Registration $1,350 Available starting after August 30, as capacity allows.

(Includes Monday Welcome Reception and Tuesday Awards Dinner)

Annual Golf Outing to support Summit Fellowship for students at Rockwood Park Golf Course

Date:  Sunday, November 8th 

Time: 11:30AM (depart hotel at 10 AM)

Players:  24 maximum 

Price: $285/golfer, includes lunch and prizes. Clubs are available for rent on prior arrangement.

A la Carte Pricing 

Make a la carte selections only if you will have a guest joining you in Fort Worth, TX:

Member:

• Awards Dinner Only (no difference early/late) $275
• Welcome Reception Only (no difference early/late) $225
• Tuesday Awards Dinner & Cocktail Reception Only $500

Non-Member:

• Award Dinner Only (no difference early/late) $300
• Welcome Reception Only (no difference early/late) $250
• Tuesday Awards Dinner & Cocktail Reception Only $550
  

(Both of these events are included in full registration rate; you don’t need to “double book.”)

*Change of plans? Transfer your registration to a colleague at no cost through October30. A $50 administrative fee applies for cancellations received by October 16; 50% thereafter.*

*Seats allotted to sponsors have priority registration.