National Frame Building Association - NFBA Building Expo 2027
Event Date
February 8–10, 2027
Location
Columbus, OH
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe NFBA Frame Building Expo is the annual conference and trade show of the National Frame Building Association (NFBA), billed as the single largest event dedicated purely to post-frame construction. The 2027 edition marks the 59th Annual Conference & Expo, bringing together the industry's leading companies, latest product innovations, extensive education and social networking opportunities under one roof.
The event draws post-frame professionals including builders, contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, building material dealers, architects, engineering firms, code and design professionals, and structural engineers. Attendees come to see new products, gain industry knowledge, earn certification, and make valuable connections.
The Expo pairs a bustling exhibit hall with three tracks of educational breakout sessions covering Business Management, Sales and Marketing, and Safety and Technical Knowledge, plus a keynote address, awards presentations, live demonstrations and competitions on the show floor. With free Expo passes available to qualified builders, contractors, architects and engineers, it is an accessible, high-value gathering for anyone serving the U.S. post-frame industry.
Show Highlights
- Educational breakout sessions across three tracks: Business Management, Sales and Marketing, and Safety and Technical Knowledge.
- Keynote Speaker and Membership Meeting in Union Station B.
- Expo floor activities including a two-part Shed Building Demonstration, the Elite Batten Challenge, and a Nail-Pounding Competition.
- Grand Prize Drawing on the final day of the Expo.
- NFBA Foundation Auction and Expo Social, plus the Awards Breakfast.
- Women in Post Frame Meet N' Greet and other networking receptions.
- NFBA Certification Testing on-site, with credit awarded for passing.
- Special introductory sessions such as "Introduction to Post Frame Basics for Ohio Building Code Officials."
Attendance
According to NFBA, exhibiting at the Frame Building Expo gives companies access to more than 1,000 post-frame professionals looking for new products, industry knowledge and valuable connections.
Booth Pricing
The official site does not publish flat booth prices; rates are quoted via the booth application. Key exhibitor details include:
- Each booth is provided as a shell with pipe, drape and an identification sign (eight-foot back drape, three-foot side drape, and one 7-by-44-inch booth ID sign). Tables and chairs are not included, and booths are not carpeted.
- A discounted booth package that includes carpet is available through the online exhibitor services site.
- Exhibitors receive four complimentary Booth Personnel Registrations for the first 100 square feet of space, plus two for each additional 100 square feet. Additional registrations are $50 per person (e.g., a 10-by-20-foot space includes six complimentary registrations).
Registration
Register online through the NFBA website. Pass types and pricing include:
- Full Conference Registration — Members (Builder & Designer): $80 early bird, $100 after the deadline, $120 on-site. Non-Members: $205 early bird, $250 later, $290 on-site.
- 1-Day Conference Registration — Members: $35 early bird / $65 later. Non-Members: $90 early bird / $150 later.
- Non-Exhibiting Supplier Registration — Associate Members: $320 / $420. Non-Members: $800 / $930.
- Expo Pass — FREE for builders, contractors, architects and engineering firms only.
Optional add-ons: Awards Luncheon ($55 member / $65 non-member) and the NFBA Certification Exam ($165, with $165 in NFBA credit awarded for passing). Contact info@nfba.org with registration questions.
History
The Frame Building Expo is the annual conference and trade show of the National Frame Building Association, a non-profit trade association that has represented the U.S. post-frame construction industry for nearly 50 years. The 2027 Columbus event is the association's 59th Annual Conference & Expo. Recent host cities include Oklahoma City (2026), Knoxville (2025), Des Moines (2024), and Louisville (2023), reflecting the show's rotation among major U.S. markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 NFBA Frame Building Expo?
The NFBA 59th Annual Conference & Expo takes place February 8-10, 2027, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High Street, Columbus, Ohio. Exhibitor set-up begins earlier in the week, on February 6.
Who should attend the Frame Building Expo?
The event is designed for post-frame professionals, including builders, contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, building material dealers, architects, engineering firms, and code and design professionals. It is the single largest event purely dedicated to post-frame construction.
How do I register and how much does it cost?
Registration is available online through the NFBA website. Full conference registration starts at $80 for Builder and Designer members and $205 for non-members, and a free Expo Pass is offered to qualified builders, contractors, architects and engineering firms.
What are the Expo hall hours?
The Expo floor in Exhibit Hall B is open Tuesday, February 9 from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM and Wednesday, February 10 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Show-floor activities include live demonstrations, competitions and a grand prize drawing.
What hotels are near the venue?
NFBA's two host hotels are the Hyatt Regency Columbus and the Hilton Columbus Downtown, both on N. High Street within walking distance of the convention center. Group rates start around $235 per night, with reservation cut-off dates in mid-January 2027.
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