Top Construction and Demolition Events in the UK — Your 2026 Guide!
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.
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.
Across two packed days, visitors can expect:
➜ Hundreds of suppliers and product showcases spanning building systems, materials, heating, insulation, and interior design.
➜ Free one-to-one consultations with architects, planners, and financial experts at the Advice Centre.
➜ Live seminars and workshops covering topics such as renewable energy, sustainable retrofitting, and managing project budgets.
➜ Specialist talks on modern building technologies, underfloor heating, and energy-efficient home design.
The show consistently receives 5-star feedback from attendees who value the practical guidance, inspiration and time-saving insights it offers. With exhibitions also running throughout the year in London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Harrogate and Edinburgh, the Farnborough event remains one of the largest and most accessible platforms for UK homeowners and construction professionals alike.
Whether you’re a contractor seeking clients, a manufacturer showcasing innovations, or a homeowner planning a project, the Homebuilding & Renovating Show is where 2026’s ideas take shape — all under one roof.
📅 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.
📅 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 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.
📅 November 2026 (TBA)
📍 Olympia London
The UK’s largest and most vibrant construction show — 700+ speakers, 450+ exhibitors, live demos and networking with 35,000+ professionals.
📅 18–19 November 2026
📍 ExCeL London
A fast-growing exhibition focused on low-carbon innovation, building efficiency and net-zero technology across the built environment.
📅 25–26 November 2026
📍 ExCeL London
A leading trade event for civil engineering and infrastructure professionals — showcasing new technology, suppliers and CPD-accredited learning.
📩 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.
