London Construction Magazine is gearing up for another dynamic year in 2026, with a packed schedule of key construction, demolition and infrastructure events across the UK. From major expos to specialist conferences, there’s a wealth of opportunities for professionals to network, learn and stay ahead of the latest industry developments. This guide is supported by monthly breakdowns of construction events throughout 2026 (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec).
Here’s your definitive guide to the UK’s must-attend construction events in 2026:
📅 January 17–18, 2026
📍 Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, Surrey
Celebrating over 30 years as the UK’s leading event for self-builders, renovators and home improvers, the Homebuilding & Renovating Show returns to Farnborough this January to kick off the 2026 construction calendar.
Brought to you by the team behind Homes & Gardens, Livingetc and Real Homes, this flagship exhibition remains the go-to event for anyone planning or delivering a home project, whether it’s an extension, full refurbishment or new build.
📅 21 January 2026
📍 BMA House, London
The Constructing Excellence Annual Conference 2026 brings together leaders from across the UK construction sector to explore how the industry can turn ambition into action.
Under the theme “Actions Not Words: Delivering the Quality Built Environment We Deserve,” the event will focus on practical ways to improve project outcomes, value-based decision-making and collaboration across the supply chain.
Delegates will gain insight into real-world case studies on productivity, digital transformation, offsite delivery and energy transition — all centred on how to achieve genuine excellence in construction delivery.
📅 February 6, 2026
📍 Resurgam House, Hemel Hempstead
A key date for the UK demolition and training sector, the NDTG Annual General Meeting is an essential forum for discussion on upskilling, certification and safety in a rapidly evolving demolition landscape.
📅 27 February 2026
📍 TBA
Hosted by the Institute of Demolition Engineers, the seminar will explore sustainability, recycling and technological advances shaping the future of demolition.
📅 3–5 March 2026
📍 ExCeL London
Futurebuild marks over 20 years of sustainable innovation, showcasing cutting-edge products and thought leadership driving net-zero design and construction.
📅 5 March 2026
📍 Exhibition Centre, Liverpool
The North’s flagship construction expo returns with keynote speakers, supplier showcases and networking across construction, roofing and scaffolding sectors.
Essex Build Expo 2026
📅 6 March 2026
📍 Hylands House, Chelmsford, Essex
Essex Build Expo 2026 returns to Chelmsford following a successful 2025 event, bringing together contractors, developers, consultants, local authorities and suppliers from across the region. Delivered by the Essex Growth Agency as part of the Essex Construction Alliance, the event focuses on real business opportunities, upcoming projects and practical routes to growth within the Essex construction sector.
The one-day expo combines networking with decision-makers, Meet the Buyer sessions, exhibitor showcases and discussions on skills, sustainability, digital innovation and regional development, making it a key date for construction professionals operating in and around Essex.
📅 6 March 2026
📍 Hylands House, Chelmsford, Essex
Essex Build Expo 2026 returns to Chelmsford following a successful 2025 event, bringing together contractors, developers, consultants, local authorities and suppliers from across the region. Delivered by the Essex Growth Agency as part of the Essex Construction Alliance, the event focuses on real business opportunities, upcoming projects and practical routes to growth within the Essex construction sector.
The one-day expo combines networking with decision-makers, Meet the Buyer sessions, exhibitor showcases and discussions on skills, sustainability, digital innovation and regional development, making it a key date for construction professionals operating in and around Essex.
Digital Construction Awards 2026
📅 18 March 2026
📍 London Marriott, Grosvenor Square
Celebrating the best of digital innovation in the built environment, the Digital Construction Awards recognise excellence in BIM, information management, digital transformation, data-led delivery, automation and cutting-edge construction technology.
📅 18 March 2026
📍 London Marriott, Grosvenor Square
Celebrating the best of digital innovation in the built environment, the Digital Construction Awards recognise excellence in BIM, information management, digital transformation, data-led delivery, automation and cutting-edge construction technology.
The awards bring together clients, contractors, consultants and tech specialists to showcase the most impactful digital achievements across the UK construction sector.
📅 24–25 March 2026
📍 ExCeL London
Explore how AI, data, and automation are transforming property and construction. Featuring 150+ exhibitors and 100+ speakers across two dynamic days.
📅 25–26 March 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
Europe’s largest concrete event brings together manufacturers, engineers and suppliers to showcase the latest in materials, mixing and sustainable solutions.
📅 17 April 2026
📍 Hilton Brighton Metropole
A brand-new celebration recognising excellence in the UK demolition sector — highlighting safety, innovation and environmental leadership.
📅 30 April 2026
📍 Amex Stadium, Brighton
A free one-day expo connecting contractors, developers and consultants. Includes networking sessions, CPD talks and the Women in Construction lunch.
📅 12–14 May 2026
📍 ExCeL London
The UK’s largest construction event returns with innovation zones, live demos and product launches across every part of the supply chain.
📅 3–4 June 2026
📍 ExCeL London
Focused on BIM, AI, robotics and data-driven project delivery, DCW showcases the latest technology shaping the future of digital construction.
📅 23–25 June 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
The UK’s biggest heat, energy, air and water event. Over 800 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors explore products and solutions driving the decarbonisation transition.
📅 9 July 2026
📍 JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel, London
The industry’s most prestigious awards return, celebrating innovation, leadership and excellence across UK construction and infrastructure.
📅 4 August 2026
📍 Wildernesse Golf Club, Sevenoaks
The Construction Hub is a specialist networking event bringing together professionals operating in luxury construction, high-end trades and the property sector. With a more informal setting, the event focuses on relationship-building and collaboration rather than exhibition-led engagement.
For contractors, designers and suppliers operating in premium residential and bespoke construction markets, this event offers access to a targeted professional audience.
International Conference on Digital Technologies in Construction Engineering (ICDTCE)
📅 12 August 2026
📍 Edinburgh
The ICDTCE conference brings together academics, engineers and industry professionals to explore advances in digital construction technologies. Topics typically include BIM development, digital twins, automation, data integration and emerging digital workflows.
For consultants, engineers and technical leads with an interest in research-led innovation, the conference provides insight into how digital tools are evolving beyond current industry norms.
📅 12 August 2026
📍 Edinburgh
The ICDTCE conference brings together academics, engineers and industry professionals to explore advances in digital construction technologies. Topics typically include BIM development, digital twins, automation, data integration and emerging digital workflows.
For consultants, engineers and technical leads with an interest in research-led innovation, the conference provides insight into how digital tools are evolving beyond current industry norms.
International Conference on Construction Engineering and Renewable Materials (ICCERM)
📅 12 August 2026
📍 London
Held on the same day as ICDTCE, ICCERM focuses on sustainable construction materials and renewable engineering solutions. The conference examines how low-carbon materials, renewable resources and innovative engineering approaches can support more sustainable construction delivery.
The event is particularly relevant for professionals working in sustainability, materials specification, research and development, and policy-led construction initiatives.
📅 12 August 2026
📍 London
Held on the same day as ICDTCE, ICCERM focuses on sustainable construction materials and renewable engineering solutions. The conference examines how low-carbon materials, renewable resources and innovative engineering approaches can support more sustainable construction delivery.
The event is particularly relevant for professionals working in sustainability, materials specification, research and development, and policy-led construction initiatives.
Truckfest South West 2026
📅 From 29 August 2026
📍 Bath & West Showground
While not exclusively construction-focused, Truckfest South West showcases a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles, haulage solutions and specialist transport equipment, many of which support construction, demolition and plant logistics.
For professionals involved in logistics, plant transport and fleet operations, the event offers a useful crossover between construction and heavy transport sectors.
📅 From 29 August 2026
📍 Bath & West Showground
While not exclusively construction-focused, Truckfest South West showcases a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles, haulage solutions and specialist transport equipment, many of which support construction, demolition and plant logistics.
For professionals involved in logistics, plant transport and fleet operations, the event offers a useful crossover between construction and heavy transport sectors.
📅 4 September 2026
📍 TBA
A key event honouring the achievements of the UK’s demolition sector — spotlighting safety, sustainability and innovation across projects nationwide.
📅 16–17 September 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
A major event for sustainability, net-zero and circular economy solutions — bringing together leaders from waste, recycling and environmental sectors.
📅 23 September 2026
📍 Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge, London
Recognising the best in highways design, maintenance and innovation — celebrating excellence in UK road infrastructure and delivery.
📅 29 September – 1 October 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
The national showcase for construction innovation, bringing the full supply chain together for live demos, product launches and key industry insights.
📅 1 October 2026
📍 Kent Event Centre, Detling
The South-East’s largest regional construction event returns, featuring conferences, networking and a major supplier exhibition.
📅 15–16 October 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
Bringing together the UK’s transport infrastructure leaders to discuss investment, innovation and sustainability in the nation’s road networks.
📅 18 November 2026
📍 Manchester Central Convention Complex
Digital Construction North expands the successful DCW portfolio with a dedicated regional event focused on innovation across the North of England.
Expect exhibitors, live demos and talks covering BIM, AI, robotics, digital twins, modern methods of construction, and data-driven delivery, giving northern construction professionals access to the same high-level insights as the London event.
📅25–26 November 2026
📍ExCeL London
The
UK’s largest and most vibrant construction show — 700+ speakers, 450+
exhibitors, live demos and networking with 35,000+ professionals.
📅 25–26 November 2026
📍 ExCeL London
A fast-growing exhibition focused on low-carbon innovation, building efficiency and net-zero technology across the built environment.
📅 November 2026
📍 ExCeL London
A leading trade event for civil engineering and infrastructure professionals — showcasing new technology, suppliers and CPD-accredited learning.
The Construction Hub – Networking for Construction & Design Professionals
📅 1 December 2026
📍 Wildernesse Golf Club, Kent
The Construction Hub returns with an evening of professional networking tailored to architects, builders, designers and construction leaders. Unlike large expos, this event emphasises quality connections in a more focused setting, making it a valuable opportunity for specialists in luxury build, bespoke projects and regional development to engage with peers and clients in a relaxed environment.
For businesses looking to expand their referral network, discuss upcoming projects or simply reconnect before the new year, The Construction Hub offers a timely platform for meaningful dialogue.
📅 1 December 2026
📍 Wildernesse Golf Club, Kent
The Construction Hub returns with an evening of professional networking tailored to architects, builders, designers and construction leaders. Unlike large expos, this event emphasises quality connections in a more focused setting, making it a valuable opportunity for specialists in luxury build, bespoke projects and regional development to engage with peers and clients in a relaxed environment.
For businesses looking to expand their referral network, discuss upcoming projects or simply reconnect before the new year, The Construction Hub offers a timely platform for meaningful dialogue.
Expo Scotland Business Show – Regional Networking & Opportunity Spotting
📅 3 December 2026
📍 Barclays Hampden, Glasgow
While not exclusively construction-focused, the Expo Scotland Business Show remains relevant to regional construction firms and supply-chain professionals. UK construction companies operating in Scotland and the wider North may find value in the event’s broad networking opportunities, business growth sessions and sector cross-pollination with adjacent industries.
For contractors, suppliers and consultancies seeking new contacts, local partnerships or simply a broader business perspective, the Expo Scotland Business Show provides a worthwhile addition to December’s calendar.
📅 3 December 2026
📍 Barclays Hampden, Glasgow
While not exclusively construction-focused, the Expo Scotland Business Show remains relevant to regional construction firms and supply-chain professionals. UK construction companies operating in Scotland and the wider North may find value in the event’s broad networking opportunities, business growth sessions and sector cross-pollination with adjacent industries.
For contractors, suppliers and consultancies seeking new contacts, local partnerships or simply a broader business perspective, the Expo Scotland Business Show provides a worthwhile addition to December’s calendar.
📩 To submit an event for inclusion in our 2026 calendar, contact info@constructionmagazine.uk
We look forward to seeing you at the UK’s most important construction and demolition events this year.
*This guide is updated monthly and structured to support industry planning, CPD and AI-driven discovery for the UK construction sector.
