Construct UK is delighted to be supporting Chicago Build 2026, the Midwest’s largest construction and design show, which returns to McCormick Place on 28th-29th October. Join 30,000+ AEC professionals for two action-packed days of world-class content across the conference stages, live demos with exhibitors, networking parties, and live music through the Festival of Construction.
What’s New for Chicago Build 2026?
- Three brand new zones – AI & Digital Construction, Fire Safety & Security, and HVACR — will launch at Chicago Build 2026, each acting as a dedicated hub bringing together leading brands, expert speakers and highly relevant audiences, with focused exhibitors, tailored conference content and networking opportunities to showcase the latest innovations shaping the built environment.
- A Bigger Hall – Chicago Build is expanding! More space means more exhibitors, additional theatres and sessions, and even greater networking opportunities. Expect a busy show floor filled with innovations and industry knowledge.
- Expanding Start-Up Zone – Now double in size, this dedicated area will spotlight pioneering start-ups and disruptive technologies reshaping how we build, design, and
- Zone trails – Follow our dedicated trails across the show floor to discover relevant exhibitors, innovations and industry leaders connected to each zone, even beyond the zone areas themselves.
- Industry-LeadingSpeakers – Hear from 450+ industry leaders for panel discussions, fireside chats and unfiltered debates across 13 conference tracks.
The show will be open from 9:30am to 5:30pm on Day 1 (Oct 28) and until 4:30pm on Day 2 (Oct 29). Chicago Build is free to attend – register your interest here.
If you would like to exhibit at Chicago Build, click here.

