Top 10: Construction Industry Events

05 Intermat

Location: France, Paris
Date: 2026 date TBC
Founded: 1988
Held every three years, Intermat concentrates on equipment and techniques for construction and infrastructure projects. The event programme covers topics such as earthmoving, road construction, and materials processing. Exhibitors display machinery, components, and services for various construction applications. Attendees include contractors, equipment distributors, and rental companies. 

Intermat features live demonstrations of heavy equipment and specialised construction vehicles. The event also includes the World of Concrete Europe, focusing on the concrete and masonry sectors.

04 The Big 5

Location: Dubai
Date: 2-5 December, 2024
Founded: 1979
The Big 5 serves as a hub for the construction industry in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. The event programme addresses topics such as project management, urban planning, and sustainable construction in arid climates. Exhibitors showcase products and services across all construction disciplines. 

Attendees include contractors, engineers, and government representatives from the region. The Big 5 includes specialised sectors for HVAC, stone, and solar energy. The event also hosts the Global Construction Leaders’ Summit, bringing together industry executives to discuss market trends and strategies.

03 World of Concrete

Location: Las Vegas
Date: 20-23 January,  2025
Founded: 1975
World of Concrete focuses on commercial concrete and masonry construction. The event programme includes seminars on concrete mix design, reinforcement techniques, and decorative concrete applications. Exhibitors display equipment, tools, and materials specific to the concrete industry. Attendees comprise concrete contractors, cement producers, and construction managers. 

The event features outdoor exhibitions with live demonstrations of concrete placing and finishing techniques. World of Concrete also hosts several industry competitions, including the Craftsman of the Year contest.

02 ConExpo-Con/Agg

Location: Las Vegas
Date: 10-14 March, 2026
Founded: 1909
ConExpo-Con/Agg focuses on heavy construction equipment and materials processing machinery. The event programme covers topics such as equipment fleet management, telematics, and autonomous construction vehicles. Exhibitors showcase machinery ranging from compact equipment to large earthmovers. Attendees include contractors, equipment dealers, and materials producers. 

The event features extensive outdoor demonstration areas where attendees can operate machinery. ConExpo-Con/Agg also hosts the Tech Experience, highlighting emerging technologies that will impact the construction industry.