2025’s top construction conferences Construction Dive rounds up the industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap this year. s 2025 kicks into gear, contractors are planning not only their projects and goals, but which industry events and conferences they’d like to attend. To help with that effort, Construction Dive has compiled its annual list of these 2025 events, along with their dates, locations and areas of expertise. Major education topics at these conferences will include new technologies such as artificial intelligence in construction, business strategies, building techniques and the future trajectory of the industry. A full list of conference information is located below the table. Please check conference websites regularly, as details are subject to change. Also remember to return here for updates and new information as we receive it from the organizers of construction’s most attended events. World of Concrete* Jan. 20-23Las Vegas The largest event for masonry and concrete professionals in the world, attended by more than 60,000 people, will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Construction Safety and Health Conference Jan. 22-24Jacksonville, Florida Hosted by the Associated General Contractors of America, the Construction Safety and Health Conference is an event for safety professionals and consultants, with events dedicated to networking and demonstrating the most up-to-date health and safety practices and products in the industry. The International Surface Event* Jan. 27-30Las Vegas This conference for flooring and tile professionals features educational sessions, networking opportunities and speakers. The event also features the “Startup Station” for new businesses in the space. SafetyFocus Feb. 3-7Las Vegas SafetyFocus, the American Society of Safety Professionals’ second-largest education event, will use case studies, real-life examples and proven successes to explore key issues and provide new perspectives and strategies to help solve real-world safety and health challenges. International Roofing Expo* Feb. 19-21San Antonio The largest roofing and exteriors event in North America, the conference boasts hundreds of exhibitors and more than 60 educational sessions for contractors of all experience levels, with attendees from more than 55 countries. Associated Builders and Contractors Convention Feb. 25-27Las Vegas ABC’s national convention in Las Vegas will feature competitions and industry insight sessions. New York Build Expo Mar. 12-13New York City The largest conference on construction and design in the New York City area will feature more than 400 exhibitors and is officially supported by New York state. The conference is also free to attend. International Mass Timber Conference March 25-27Portland, Oregon The conference boasts the largest gathering of cross-laminated timber professionals in the world. The event focuses on construction and manufacturing, as well as design and development. It will also feature building and facility tours in the Portland area. Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry Convention + Expo March 31 – April 3Charlotte, North Carolina The annual convention will feature discussions about materials relevant to the construction of walls and ceilings. It will provide the opportunity for businesses to connect through networking receptions and panels, along with a plethora of exhibitors. World of Modular April 7-10Las Vegas Attendees of the Modular Builder Institute’s annual conference and trade show will have the opportunity to connect directly with MBI staff and network with modular builders and professionals from around the world. The Associated General Contractors of America Convention April 8-10Columbus, Ohio The AGC of America’s annual conference will once again be held in Columbus, Ohio. It will feature panels and networking opportunities to help contractors stay on top of a changing industry. Advancing Preconstruction Conference May 21-23San Diego This conference is for professionals who want to improve the design phase of their projects, particularly regarding cost and scheduling. The event will include topics such as the post-pandemic outlook, with a focus on BIM and MEP trades. ENR FutureTech May 6-7San Francisco Intended for business and IT leaders in the construction industry, FutureTech helps construction technology professionals stay on the cutting edge of their industry. CEA National Issues Conference May 6-8Washington, D.C. An annual conference from the Construction Employers of America, the conference focuses on key legislative and regulatory issues facing the union construction industry. The conference will host both regulators and congressional representatives. ULI Spring Meeting May 12-14Denver The first of the Urban Land Institute’s two annual meetings incorporates networking opportunities and education sessions concerning the built environment, as well as tours of award-winning projects in the city. CFMA’s Annual Conference & Exhibition May 17-21Kissimmee, Florida At the Construction Financial Management Association’s annual conference, attendees have access to construction technology forums, roundtable discussions, general sessions and mini-conferences alongside social events and an exhibition hall. Building Innovation Conference May 19-21McLean, Virginia The National Institute of Building Sciences event brings private industry contractors together with government officials and employees. The 2025 NIBS conference will feature 65 speakers and 25 educational sessions. American Institute of Architects National Conference June 4-7Boston The 2025 conference is scheduled to be held in Boston. The 2024 iteration featured more 600 exhibiting companies and 30 sponsors among 15,000-plus attendees. Groundbreaking Women in Construction Conference June 8-10San Diego The GWIC conference is designed to help women network, gain industry knowledge and advance their careers in construction. Hexagon Live Global 2025 June 16-19Las Vegas This tech conference promises to bring together experts from around the world. Attendees can learn about the latest developments in AI, digital twins and robotics. National Association of Women in Construction Annual Conference Aug. 22Boston The conference, which has both women and men as attendees, features multiple education tracks on leadership, career building and construction trends, with a focus on technology and personal development. Autodesk University Conference Sept. 15-18Nashville, Tennessee Autodesk University is for attendees from architecture, engineering and construction fields. Sessions in previous years explored how to better use BIM and other new technologies to improve building construction, design and engineering. ASCE Convention Oct. 8-11Seattle Attendees of the American Society of Civil Engineers annual conference will learn the latest on how labor, climate change and artificial intelligence will affect the building industry. Procore Groundbreak Oct. 14-16Houston Groundbreak is construction tech giant Procore’s annual event. Tech professionals can network and learn
