Attending construction events is one of the best ways to promote your company’s services and products, learn about industry trends, and find potential customers and subcontractors.
Haven’t decided which shows to attend this year? No need to worry. We’ve gathered a list of the 2025 construction events that shouldn’t be missed.
1. World of Concrete Show (WOC 2025)
When: January 21 – 23, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Introduced to the commercial construction industry in 1975 in Houston, Texas, World of Concrete gathers nearly 60,000 industry professionals.
The 2025 construction trade show will attract more than 1,400 exhibiting companies, ranging from original equipment manufacturers from around the world to exclusive U.S. distributors of tools, products, and services for the commercial construction, concrete, and masonry industries.
Pricing: Starting from $100 (exhibits only).
You may register here.
2. The International Builders’ Show (IBS 2025)
When: February 25 – 27, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
The International Builders’ Show is one of the largest light construction expos in the Northern Hemisphere. It hosts over 70,000 building professionals and 1,700 exhibitors from more than 100 countries.
The 2025 IBS exhibit space will be divided into six sections, including building materials and global products. It’s your chance to see the newest and most in-demand innovations up close.
Feedback from past events: “Think about what you struggled with in the past year or two in your business or in your job, and there’s somebody or something at the Builders’ Show that can help you with that. There’s nothing you run into at any point in your business that you can’t find the answer to there. That’s what keeps me coming back every year.” Lou Salge, Four Seasons Design and Remodeling
Pricing: From $30 (student rate) to $1,395.
You may register here.
3. BUILDEX Vancouver
When: February 26 – 27, 2025
Where: Vancouver, BC
BUILDEX Vancouver is Western Canada’s most important tradeshow and conference for the construction, renovation, architecture, interior design, and property management industries. This event attracts more than 8,000 attendees each year and features over 350 exhibits and 90 educational seminars.
Feedback from past events: “I had a great time networking at BUILDEX and learning about the newest and most innovative trends in the industry. Definitely worth coming if you care about advancing your business in this field” BUILDEX Vancouver 2024 attendee
Pricing: From $375.
You may register here.
4. Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Focus25
When: March 9 – 11, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
Attendees will explore leadership strategies, cutting-edge technologies, and practical tools to manage projects successfully at CMAA Focus25.
What’s new for this year? CMAA is introducing a learning matrix to tackle today’s biggest project delivery challenges. This framework will help attendees step into bigger roles, handle complex issues, and improve outcomes on the job site.
Feedback from past events: “This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest industry trends and best practices. The conference offers multiple topics to choose from relevant to today’s construction management professionals.” Brian K. Kisner, Kleinfelder, Inc.
You’ll find registration and pricing information here.
5. New York Build
When: March 12 – 13, 2025
Where: New York City, NY
New York Build is the largest construction and design show in New York, which is free to attend. This event is expected to have over 40,000 attendees, 500 exhibitors, 500 leading industry speakers, AIA CES-approved workshops, entertainment, and business networking.
Professionals come to New York Build each year to discuss topics ranging from AI and digital construction to sustainability, building solutions and materials.
Feedback from past events: “Great networking and educational opportunities were available. A very positive vibe was felt through the convention space. Executives with various perspectives were available for discourse.” Deirdre Harvey, Project CEO, MTA
Pricing: Free
You may register here.
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6. Build25: AWCI
When: March 31 – April 3, 2025
Where: Charlotte, NC
BUILD25: AWCI’s Convention and Expo is the largest trade show specifically serving the wall and ceiling industry, showcasing the latest products, services, and solutions to help the industry thrive.
This year’s construction networking event will also provide professionals from drywall, ceilings, lath and metal framing, plaster, EIFS, insulation, and software sectors the opportunity to attend educational sessions and build connections.
Pricing: From $149 (trade show only) to $2,860.
You may register here.
7. World of Modular
When: April 7 – 10, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
This annual building convention and trade show provides professionals in the modular construction field the opportunity to connect with over 1,500 developers, contractors, product suppliers, and architects.
World of Modular attendees can expect to learn from industry leaders, participate in educational sessions, network, and explore hundreds of exhibits.
Feedback from past events: “World of Modular has been fantastic. It gets busier and busier every year.” Andy Berube, NRB Modular Solutions
Pricing: From $900 to $2,100.
You may register here.
8. Association of General Contractors (AGC) Annual Convention
When: April 8 – 10, 2025
Where: Columbus, OH
The AGC Annual Convention is the place for construction superintendents, project managers, senior executives, and subcontractors to refine their knowledge while making business connections that open doors to new opportunities.
This event combines breakout sessions with exhibitors showcasing the latest products, tools, and solutions in the AEC market.
Pricing: From $150 (student rate) to $1,729.
You may register here.
9. Engineering News-Record (ENR) FutureTech
When: May 6 – 7, 2025
Where: San Francisco, CA
This event brings together industry leaders to explore the tech shaping architecture, engineering, and construction today. From groundbreaking new technologies tested on real projects to fresh and creative ways of using existing tools, this conference is all about innovation that delivers real results.
The event hosted by ENR magazine will include expert keynotes, panel discussions, workshop sessions, and live tech demonstrations.
Feedback from past events: “I think the industry has changed to the point and has embraced technology to the point where if you’re not coming to a show like this you’re really missing out.” Wayne Spain, Rooster Asset Tracking Systems
Pricing: From $695 to $895.
You may register here.
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10. Advancing Preconstruction
When: May 22 – 23, 2025
Where: San Diego, CA
This year will be the 10th edition of these construction shows. Advancing Preconstruction focuses on the entire preconstruction lifecycle from initial project planning through operations handover.
Attendees can explore six dedicated educational tracks at this event, including preconstruction department leadership, design phase coordination, and conceptual estimating. There will also be opportunities for networking at workshops, interactive panel discussions, and drink receptions.
Feedback from past events: “Advancing Preconstruction is like the World Series of Precon. It is the only event where you get to meet, spend time with, and learn from all the other preconstruction professionals and partners” Preconstruction Manager, Dunhill Development and Construction
Pricing: From $1,149 to $2,699.
You may register here.
11. National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Convention and Trade Show
When: September 12 – 15, 2025
Where: Chicago, IL
NECA is an important trade show and conference for electrical contractors. Thousands of C-level executives, project managers, purchasing agents, supervisors, foremen, safety directors, estimators, inspectors, and distributors from around the world will attend it in 2025.
Exhibitors will showcase products, services, and emerging technologies that electrical professionals need in the office and on the job.
Feedback from past events: “NECA 2024 in San Diego was the best trade show we’ve attended in a long time. Engaging with industry leaders and exploring innovative exhibits are the main reasons we’re already planning for NECA 2025 in Chicago!” Michael Goodloe, BRAH Electric
You’ll find registration and pricing information here.
12. Autodesk University
When: September 15 – 18, 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Autodesk regularly hosts over 10,000 professionals from the construction, manufacturing, architecture, product design, engineering, media and entertainment industries. The 2025 construction conference will provide four days of learning, networking, and knowledge sharing.
Feedback from past events: “I love all the technical conversations and learning so much from the industry folks here.” Autodesk University Event Attendee
You’ll find registration and pricing information here.
13. Chicago Build
When: October 29 – 30, 2025
Where: Chicago, IL
As the USA’s largest construction networking event for women, Chicago Build is recognized as one of the most inclusive building trade shows nationwide. It attracts more than 30,000 attendees each year, offering the opportunity to hear from over 400 top-level speakers and explore 13 conference tracks.
Feedback from past events: “Great speakers and panel discussions. I was able to connect with many people.” Shadin Maali, Principal, Gaines International
Pricing: Free
You may register here.
14. Greenbuild International Conference & Expo
When: November 4 – 7, 2025
Where: Los Angeles, CA
Greenbuild is one of the largest conferences and expos dedicated to green buildings in the world. It provides the opportunity for suppliers and manufacturers to showcase the latest green building equipment, products, services, and construction field productivity software available in the market.
Feedback from past events: “I’ve attended many Greenbuild panels. There were a bunch of really helpful topics discussed like decarbonization, equality, zero waste construction sites, etc. that could really help move some of our projects forward.” Tishman Speyer, Sustainability Associate
You’ll find registration and pricing information here.
15. Design-Build Conference & Expo
When: November 5 – 7, 2025
Where: Las Vegas, NV
The Design-Build Conference & Expo is coming to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas in 2025. These construction events attract a few thousand attendees each year and feature hundreds of exhibitors and educational sessions for those new to the delivery method as well as design-build experts.
You’ll find registration and pricing information here.
16. The Buildings Show
When: December 3 – 5, 2025
Where: Toronto, ON
The second largest construction show in Canada worth adding to our list is the Buildings Show. It mixes education and an exhibition so attendees can join skill-building seminars, receive expert advice on issues and trends, and find subcontractors for future construction projects.
The Buildings Show has been hosting design, construction, and property management professionals for over 30 years.
Feedback from past events: “The Buildings Show is one of the best platforms to connect with property owners/managers and contractors in the building retrofit industry.” Tereza Todorava
You’ll find registration and pricing information here.
Supporting Your Construction Business with Fluix Automation
Industry conferences often offer valuable opportunities from building new connections to discovering how the latest tech can support your business.
Digital tools like Fluix can help you out here by improving your core processes:
- Automated Daily Reports and Checklists: Optimize how your team handles essential documents like daily reports, safety checklists, and punch lists. With Fluix, forms can be filled out and submitted directly from the field using mobile devices.
- Conditional Document Routing and Approvals: Fluix automates workflows like routing RFIs, change orders, or inspection reports to the right person at the right time.
- Integrated Field-to-Office Communication. Fluix integrates with popular project management tools like Procore and Dropbox, making it easy to sync field data with office systems.
By using Fluix workflow automation, your operations can be streamlined like never before, removing bottlenecks and enhancing your team’s productivity. With customizable features to optimize business processes, your construction projects will run smoothly from start to finish.
