2026
Tradeshows
& Conferences
Attending industry-specific shows is essential for A&D sales teams and leaders to network, stay updated on market trends and find new sources for inspiration.
International Roofing Expo
The largest roofing and exteriors event in North America, the conference boasts interactive, live demos and a specialized education pathway designed specifically for Spanish-speaking roofing professionals. It will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center concurrently with World of Concrete. Register to attend or to exhibit, here.
Construction Safety and Health Conference
Hosted by the Associated General Contractors of America, the Construction Safety and Health Conference is an event for safety professionals and consultants with events dedicated to unraveling complex regulations and navigating the use of cutting-edge technology. Register to attend, here
The International Surface Event
This conference for flooring and tile professionals features educational sessions, networking opportunities and speakers. The event will feature over 650 exhibitors in its expo hall, along with 80 specialized education sessions on emerging trends and innovations. Register to attend, here.
KBIS
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s largest and most prestigious trade show dedicated to kitchen and bath design. This immersive event brings together 650 exhibitors showcasing the latest products, trends, and technologies in nearly 500,000 square feet of exhibit space. Register to attend, here.
BUILD 26, AWCI’s Convention + Expo
The annual convention from the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry will feature discussions about products, services and solutions relevant to the construction of walls and ceilings. The expo hall will feature booths displaying products from drywall, ceilings, acoustics, lath, metal framing, plaster, EIFS, insulation and software suppliers. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
Associated Builders and Contractors Convention
ABC’s national convention in Salt Lake City will feature the Construction Management Competition and National Craft Championship, while also providing industry insight sessions. Register to attend, here.
NY Build Expo
The largest conference on construction and design in the New York City area will feature more than 550 exhibitors in the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Officially supported by New York State, the New York Build Expo is free to attend. Register to attend, here.
Construction Institute & Construction Research
The Construction Institute & Construction Research Congress Joint Conference, run by the American Society of Civil Engineers, focuses on research in construction. This year’s iteration, hosted by Texas A&M and The University of Texas at San Antonio, will co-locate with the ASCE Architectural Engineering Institute’s AEI | IRD Conference, which focuses on infrastructure construction that can withstand and operate after natural disasters and other hazards, to promote information exchange. Register to attend, here.
The Associated General Contractors of America Convention
The AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes and markets the opportunity to build their knowledge and skills for competing in today's marketplace, make business-critical industry connections, prepare for industry disruptions, and navigate the legislative and regulatory policies of the new administration. Register to attend, here.
Coverings
Coverings is the largest and most significant ceramic tile and natural stone conference and exhibition in North America. Taking place in Las Vegas, Coverings 2026 will feature nearly 1,000 global exhibitors from 40 countries and will set the stage for introducing some of the world’s most innovative tile and stone products. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
International Mass Timber Conference
The conference, which is celebrating its 10th year in action in Portland, Oregon, boasts the largest gathering of cross-laminated timber professionals in the world. The event focuses on construction and manufacturing, as well as design and development, with over 200 exhibitors. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
World of Modular
Join global industry leaders and stakeholders from around the world in April, 2026. Featuring four days of expert speakers and industry exhibitors from around the world, MBI's World of Modular conference and tradeshow will provide opportunities for international business development and networking for the commercial modular and offsite construction industries. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
ENR Futuretech
ENR FutureTech brings insights into the revolutions, evolutions and inventions changing construction technology today. This is a can’t-miss event for construction tech leaders to explore emerging technologies that will increase productivity, deliver efficiencies, improve safety and profits. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
HD Expo & Conference
Premier event for hospitality design professionals, featuring the latest products and services in the industry. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
ULI Spring Meeting
The first of the Urban Land Institute’s two annual meetings incorporates networking opportunities and education sessions concerning the built environment, as well as tours of award-winning projects in the city. Register to attend, here
ICFF
ICFF brings together the diversity of industry makers and exhibitors from across the globe and additionally focuses on the importance of human-centered, multi-sensory, and multicultural design. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
Building Innovation Conference
The National Institute of Building Sciences event brings private industry contractors together with government officials and employees. The 2026 NIBS conference will feature 65 speakers and 25 educational sessions. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
NeoCon
Major commercial design event showcasing furniture, fabrics, flooring, and technology for workplace, healthcare, hospitality, and retail environments. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
AIA Conference
AIA26 is the premier event for the AEC industry. Connect with thousands of architectural, engineering, construction, and design decision-makers looking for technical expertise, new products, and project solutions at the expo. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
Groundbreaking Women in Construction
The GWIC conference is designed to help women network, gain industry knowledge and advance their careers in construction. Register to attend or exhibit, here.
AU 26 - The Design & Make Conference
Gain new skills, explore bold ideas, and hear inspiring stories with on-demand sessions and more led by industry and product experts. More details to come.
BDNY
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is the leading trade fair and conference for boutique hotel design. A curated and creative event, BDNY brings designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, owners, and developers together with inventive manufacturers of interior design elements for hospitality. It’s a celebration of not only the latest design trends, but also the visionaries and creators shaping the future of hospitality. Register to attend, here.