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Build Show LIVE 2026

September 10–12, 2026

San Antonio, TX

Event Date

September 10–12, 2026

Location

San Antonio, TX

About This Show

Build Show LIVE 2026 is a trade show in San Antonio, TX.

More detailed information about this show will be added soon.

Show Highlights

Expo Hall: Top manufacturers of residential building tools and solutions, plus hands-on demonstrations and 20+ Expo Hall education sessions across three stages.
Classroom Education: In-depth, real-world construction education taught by seasoned pros who have mastered the business of building.
Site Tours: Exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of a home under construction to see the latest building techniques and design trends up close.
Build Show Experts: Learn from Matt Risinger, creator and founder of The Build Show and CEO of Risinger Homes, along with the trusted Build Show Experts.
VIP Experience: Exclusive breakfast and roundtables, guided home tour, welcome party, and a Saturday Build Science 501 session.
Networking: Keynote sessions and the Build Show LIVE Happy Hour connect professionals across the residential construction industry.

Registration

Registration for Build Show LIVE 2026 is open and handled online. Several pass types are available (advance pricing shown; prices increase on September 9, 2026):

VIP — advance price $1,495. Includes all three days, all classroom education sessions, VIP-exclusive breakfast and roundtables, guided home tour, lunch, welcome party, Saturday Build Science 501, merch, full Expo Hall access Friday and Saturday, keynote, and the Happy Hour.
Expo + Education — advance price $495. Includes three days, all classroom education sessions, full Expo Hall access Friday and Saturday, keynote, and the Happy Hour, with an option to add the Saturday Roundtable Breakfast.
Expo Only — advance price $60. Includes two days of full Expo Hall access, keynote, live demonstrations, and 20+ Expo Hall education sessions, with classroom sessions available à la carte.
Saturday-Only — advance price $45. Includes one day of Expo Hall access on Saturday plus 10+ Expo Hall education sessions.
NEM (Non-Exhibiting Manufacturer) — advance price $495.

Register via the official website's "Register Now" links.

History

Build Show LIVE is produced by Informa Markets and combines the expertise behind The Build Show with the team that produces JLC LIVE New England each year. The event is built around Matt Risinger, creator and founder of The Build Show and CEO of Risinger Homes, and the Build Show Experts, extending their building-science education to home builders, contractors, remodelers, and architects in the South. The 2026 edition is held at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is Build Show LIVE 2026?

Build Show LIVE 2026 takes place September 10-12, 2026, at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The conference runs all three days, while the expo hall is open September 11-12.

Who should attend Build Show LIVE?

The event is designed for custom home builders, specialty contractors, remodelers, architects, and others passionate about high-performance building. It focuses on building science, craftsmanship, and project-specific techniques for those looking to build better in the South.

How much do tickets cost and how do I register?

You can register online through the official website. Advance pricing includes VIP at $1,495, Expo + Education at $495, Expo Only at $60, and Saturday-Only at $45, with prices increasing on September 9, 2026.

What can I expect at the show?

Attendees get access to an expo hall of residential building manufacturers with hands-on demonstrations, classroom-style education taught by working professionals, exclusive site tours of a home under construction, keynote sessions, and networking at the Build Show LIVE Happy Hour.

Where should I stay and how do I book a hotel?

The show has secured discounted hotel blocks through its official partner onPeak, with rates averaging about 30% below other sites. The convention center is in downtown San Antonio near the River Walk, close to numerous hotels; onPeak is the only authorized hotel provider for the event.