ABOUT THE SHOW
Join us at the Midwest's largest Festival of Construction, Chicago Build, on October 27-28, 2027 at McCormick Place!
The show features 30,000+ attendees, 450+ speakers, 350+ exhibitors, networking parties, live music, entertainment, giveaways, and so much more!
BOOK A BOOTH FOR 2027
The feedback from our exhibitors and attendees speaks for itself! Attracting thousands of high-quality professionals from across the Midwest's construction and design industries, Chicago Build is your one-stop destination to connect with key decision-makers, generate valuable business leads, and unlock new opportunities across the region.
450+ WORLD CLASS SPEAKERS INCLUDING:
Jeannette Lenear Peruchini
Corey Zussman
Luis Puig Jr.
Brandon Clokey
Mike Emerson
Chris Hamer
Rob van het Hof
Sonja Flint
Charles Swanson, NCARB
James McInerney
Jeff Saad
Blake MacGregor
Tashna-Loy Donaldson
Jeremy Mitchell
Zach Baughman
Anthony Falada
Ann Kalayil
Marlene Hopkins
Sharla Roberts
Frank Grimaldi
Bill Dunaway
Jesse Sanders
Peggy Kenealy Newquist
Jenna Hille
Ivaylo Lazarov
Dѐsirѐe M. Otkins
Zach Yarnoff
Tim Jed
Ed Curley
Patrick Carata
Laura Rebbe
Jun Wang
Jessica Gracey, NCIDQ
Francisco Lasta
Roger (Yingchun) Hsu
Kit Wong
Cornelius Griggs
Julide Bozoglu
Stephen Sise
Mark Dudasik
Michelle Palys
Krista Weir
Grace Rappe
Neetika Wahi
Ati Rahimpour, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP
Neil Schneider
Jonathan Doshna
Scott Conwell
Lisa Laws
MEET AND DO BUSINESS WITH THE MIDWEST'S LEADING CONTRACTORS, DEVELOPERS, ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS AND MORE. COMPANIES ATTENDING INCLUDE:
Part of the Award Winning US Build Portfolio
Chicago Build is part of the awarding winning US BUILD portfolio. This contains New York Build Expo, the largest construction and design show for the Tri-State area. Miami Build Expo, the Southeast's largest construction and design show and the newly launched Texas Build Expo, Texas's leading construction and design show.
CHICAGO BUILD 2025 HIGHLIGHTS
Don’t just take our word for it! Chicago Build gives exhibitors a powerful platform to showcase their products, connect with key decision-makers, and generate high-quality leads - reinforcing its position as the Midwest’s leading construction event.
"I've done a lot of tradeshows over the past year, and this one has the strongest ROI already being here for one day." - Oriana, MicroCAD
FEEDBACK FROM THE INDUSTRY
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"I’ve done a lot of trade shows in my life, and I feel like Chicago Build already offers the strongest return on investment - just being here for one day. We’ve easily collected around 300 leads, so it’s a great opportunity to meet people and companies ready to spend."
MicroCAD Training & Consulting
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"Being an exhibitor at the Chicago Build Expo was the best decision we made this year! We have walked away with a year's worth of valuable contacts. This was incredible!"
C&G Construction Supply
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"Chicago Build Expo 2025 was an inspiring experience that brought together a diverse community of professionals across design and construction. I truly enjoyed speaking on the 'Making Space Matter' panel and connecting with so many creative minds."
Elegance Essence Designs
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"It was the best show I've been to in my 8 years in sales. I ran out of business cards in the first 4 hours and met many great contacts and decision-makers."
Australian Turntable Company
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"Chicago Build 2025 was a masterclass in collaboration and forward thinking. The conversations we had have already influenced how we approach responsible development at Young Investment Solutions. It proved that the right ideas, in the right rooms, can drive real industry change."
Young Investment Solutions
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"After doing trade shows for over 25 years and settling for “the same old” expectations, New York Build and Chicago Build by Oliver Kinross Events came to America ( New York Build in 2018) and they are the best construction shows I have ever been an Exhibitor with or a guest at! Quality leads, knowledgeable speakers and nonstop booth traffic! I cannot wait until London Build in November!"
Surfacing Solutions
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