
Chicago Build Expo 2026
Chicago Build Expo is billed as the Midwest's largest construction and design show, serving the entire architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry. The event features 30,000+ attendees, 450+ speakers, 350+ exhibitors, networking parties, a Government Hub, an Architect's Hub, live music, entertainment, DJs and more. The show draws a senior, high-value audience. Chicago Build offers a platform to network with 30,000+ senior-level decision-makers and buyers from across the Midwest's entire AEC industry, including architects, BIM managers, brokers, contractors, developers, engineers, government, manufacturers and suppliers, and sustainability professionals. What makes it worth attending is the combination of free access, deep content and business opportunity. Registration to the show provides access to all conference sessions, AIA workshops and networking events, running on a first-come, first-served basis. Chicago Build is part of the award-winning US Build portfolio, which also includes New York Build Expo and the newly launched Miami Build Expo.


