Chicagoland Development & Construction EXPO 2026
Chicago Build 2026, the Midwest’s largest construction and design expo, will be held at McCormick Place on October 28‑29, 2026. The show features over 350 exhibitors spanning key industry sectors, including a dedicated HVACR Zone powered by InstallerSHOW, an Architect’s Hub, a Government Hub, and a Festival of Construction. Attendees can explore product displays and solutions across categories such as building materials, heavy equipment, digital construction, AI, sustainability, real‑estate and facilities management, and diversity & inclusion. The event also offers 13 conference tracks with 450+ speakers covering architecture, AI‑driven construction, sustainability, future‑of‑construction, government policy and more. Networking is supported by 15+ parties, live music, and entertainment. Sponsorship and branding opportunities are available, and the exhibition aims to generate thousands of qualified leads for contractors, developers, architects, engineers and other AEC professionals.
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Chicago - Carlisle Banquets, Illinois, USA