Chicago Build 2026 is the Midwest’s leading construction and design show, bringing together 30,000+ industry professionals for two days of networking, education, and innovation in Chicago. The event features 350+ exhibitors, 450+ speakers across 13 conference tracks – including Government Policy, Architecture & Design, Future of Construction, and Real Estate & Facilities Management – plus networking parties and the Midwest’s biggest Festival of Construction.
New for Chicago Build 2026, the show introduces three dedicated zones: the AI & Digital Construction Zone, HVACR Zone, and Fire Safety & Security Zone, creating focused spaces for innovation, live demos, and targeted networking across high-growth sectors shaping the future of the built environment.
