Conexpo-Con/Agg is perceived as one of the largest and most prestigious trade show in the North American construction marketplace. Every three years, it takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada as a global event for the construction, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete industries. It is a chance to see, touch, and learn about the most recent equipment, products, services and technologies, and establish valuable business relationships.
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Event Overview
The name Conexpo-Con/Agg is a combination of two major shows, Conexpo and the Concrete & Aggregates Show (Con/Agg), that were officially merged in 1996 and have since grown into an event that is certainly among the most anticipated events of the heavy equipment, civil engineering, and construction technology space.
The event represents many sectors of the construction industry including asphalt, aggregates, concrete, heavy equipment, earthmoving, lifting, mining, utilities, and many more. Conexpo-Con/Agg displays the newest equipment and technologies that are being used in the construction industry and is a focal point for learning, innovation, and the future development of the industry. The event draws thousands of attendees from over 130 countries – it is truly a strategic global business networking event for the industry.
Conexpo-Con/Agg is an important large-scale and comprehensive event, and is a ‘can’t miss’ for anyone in the construction and heavy equipment industries in North America and overseas.
When is It and Where is It?
Conexpo-Con/Agg takes place in the Las Vegas Convention Center, the largest convention center and busiest in the United States that is centrally located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Las Vegas Convention Center is so enormous it has both indoor and outdoor displays and totals almost 3 million square feet.
The convention center is also very accessible featuring excellent facilities to service thousands of exhibitors, and tens of thousands of visitors from different countries.
The next Conexpo-Con/Agg will take place on March 3-7, 2026. The event will feature a full schedule of activities and exhibitions across five days.
Events & Activities at Conexpo-Con/Agg
Conexpo-Con/Agg is many things, more than a “construction equipment show.” It is a complete experience featuring numerous highlights and thrilling activities for all players in the construction industry. Events span the sector with the very latest technologies on display for equipment, products and services.
At the heart of Conexpo-Con/Agg was thousands of exhibitors showing many modern states of the art construction equipment, such as excavators, bulldozers, and cranes. They also exhibited leading-edge technology for earthmoving, concrete production, and aggregate processing.
In addition to heavy equipment, in the digital technology realm, new advancements are also very significant, particularly with project management technology and automation technology that is increasingly critical to the construction industry today.
Demonstrations
One significant draw is the field demonstration area, which gives the audience an opportunity to see the performance of heavy equipment and technology in a real-world environment. The demonstrations give an educational aspect while providing an experience of the equipment and technology’s performance.
Education Sessions
In addition to the exhibit, Conexpo-Con/Agg also offers a strong, extensive education session agenda, which is comprised of over 150 informative sessions led by industry experts and leaders which touch on timely topics, including: current technology trends, advancements, and practices, sustainable practices, workplace safety, business strategy, and project management. The education sessions are designed to provide solutions on ways to think and act about best practices around problems within the industry.
Networking
Networking is a hallmark of the event, where contractors, manufacturers, distributors, and public officials all have the opportunity to come together, talk, and develop strategic relationships. Conexpo-Con/Agg has become a global platform and collaboration stage for construction professionals to grow the business of construction and create innovation within the industry.
Green Solutions
Lastly, sustainability has also been a focus of importance in the past few years. Many exhibitors demonstrate green solutions, such as heavy equipment that is energy-efficient, technology that reduces job site emissions, and construction practices that support green building practices. These indicators are unmistakable signs that the industry is committed to being greener and more sustainable.
Why is Conexpo-Con/Agg Important?
Conexpo-Con/Agg, the largest construction industry show in North America, is much more than a venue for displaying the latest innovations and products from all areas of construction, it serves as a platform for growth and evolution for the entire construction industry. This event helps companies maintain a competitive edge in the construction marketplace by encouraging innovation, building a complete industry network and expanding their knowledge base, through quality educational opportunities.
Overall, Conexpo-Con/Agg truly captures an outstanding mix of product exhibits, educational opportunities, interactive demonstrations, and networking focused on sustainability all of which make it the premier event for all stakeholders in the construction industry.