FAQs
General Show Information
February 17 – February 19, 2026
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 685-9800
Tuesday, February 17 – Thursday, February 19: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- West Hall A-D, Level 1
- South Hall A-B, Level 1
- Outdoor Exhibits: West Parking Lot W1
Click here to see the list of companies exhibiting in 2026. This list will be update periodically.
Any professional involved in the residential or light commercial construction industries such as home builders, remodelers, Realtors®, etc.
No. You do not have to be a member of NAHB to attend the Show. However, NAHB members are eligible for discounted registration fees. In addition, if an employee in your company is an NAHB member, all employees of your company may select from the discounted member registration fee options. See NAHB membership for more information.
Call NAHB Data Services at 800-368-5242 x8313 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM (Eastern) or email [email protected].
Yes, children under 18 years of age must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times when in the exhibit areas. Registration of children is complimentary and must be done onsite. All children except infants in backpacks or slings must be registered and display a badge to be admitted to the exhibit areas. Strollers for children are permitted in the Exhibit areas during published Show hours. Attendees assume all risks associated with the use of strollers on the Show floor, including but not limited to personal injury or property damage.
No, due to the sensitive nature of new products and unique booth displays at the Show, photography and/or video recording of any booths within the Exhibit areas by any attendee/exhibitor personnel is prohibited. Exceptions are made only when permission is obtained from the exhibitor whose booth/product is being photographed/videotaped and/or all individuals appearing in the photograph or video.
Follow this link to download and purchase photos.
View the list of future Show dates.
Design & Construction Week® (DCW) features the co-location of the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS). This mega-event brings together more than 70,000 builders, general contractors, remodelers, designers, flooring professionals, as well as product specifiers from around the globe.
Registration Information
Please check back in early fall 2025 for the link to register and the fees and deadlines for IBS 2026.
No. You do not have to be a member of NAHB to attend the Show. However, NAHB members are eligible for discounted registration fees. In addition, if an employee in your company is an NAHB member, all employees of your company may select from the discounted member registration fee options. See NAHB membership for more information.
Call NAHB Data Services at 800-368-5242 x8313 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM (Eastern) or email [email protected].
Yes, children under 18 years of age must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times when in the exhibit areas. Registration of children is complimentary and must be done onsite. All children except infants in backpacks or slings must be registered and display a badge to be admitted to the exhibit areas. Strollers for children are permitted in the Exhibit areas during published Show hours. Attendees assume all risks associated with the use of strollers on the Show floor, including but not limited to personal injury or property damage.
You will receive a email confirmation immediately upon completing your registration. You can use your confirmation letter as your receipt.
Check your inbox for your confirmation letter (check your spam folder). Or call the Registration and Housing Office at 747-226-7761 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM (Central) or email [email protected].
You can make changes to your registration online using your confirmation number and last name to log into your record. If you do not have your confirmation number, changes can be made by calling the Registration and Housing Office at 747-226-7761 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM (Central).
Yes, you will need to register for IBS 2026. Please check back in early fall 2025 for the link to register for IBS 2026.
One registration has to be started in order to add more people. Once the final page registration page is reached, at the bottom of the menu bar, select the "add a coworker." The coworkers demographic information is required to complete the registration process. The coworker must have a unique email address to complete the registration. Once all coworkers are added, select "complete my registration" to pay and complete all registrations. Everyone will receive a confirmation email with their unique confirmation ID number. There will be an option to be copied on everyone's confirmation email.
Hotel & Transportation Information
Hotel reservations can be made online during the registration process. All hotel accommodation requests must be made through the NAHB International Builders' Show Registration and Housing Office or online. Show hotels will not accept individual or direct requests for rooms. Please check back in early fall 2025 for the link to register and book your hotel for IBS 2026.
For your convenience, NAHB organizes rooms with an assortment of outstanding Orlando hotels that offer a wide variety of accommodations, amenities and very competitive rates. We understand that you have many options for making hotel reservations. However, by supporting NAHB's commitment to the Orlando hotel community, you benefit in many ways, including:
- Access to a wide variety of show hotels with the lowest available room rates
- Exclusive shuttle bus service
- One-stop-shopping for your registration and housing needs
- Convenient customer service for changes and cancellations
- Industry associate networking opportunities within show hotels
Please check back in early fall 2025 for the link to see your assigned hotel and to book your room for IBS 2026.
Yes, NAHB negotiates special travel and transportation discounts for attendees of the International Builders' Show. Please check back in early fall 2025 for the discount codes.
No, overnight parking at the Convention Center is prohibited. Vehicles left overnight will be towed at the owner's risk and expense.
View coat and bag check for more information. Please check back in early fall 2025 for updated information.
View accessibility information about the Show. Please check back in early fall 2025 for updated information.
The OCCC has Wellness Rooms in the West, North and South concourses. The Wellness Rooms provide a private space for nursing mothers to pump or breastfeed.
The Wellness Rooms locations are:
- West Concourse - Level 2, West Hall C Lobby, to the right of the Citrus Café (Food Court C)
- North Concourse - Level 2, North Hall A, at the top of the escalator to the exhibit hall, adjacent to room N210E
- South Concourse - Level 2, South Hall A, at the top of the escalator to the exhibit hall, adjacent to room S210E
Click here for more information.
Pre-Show Education Course Information
Pre-Show Education Courses are a separate and extra cost, and do not include an Expo Pass. An IBS Expo Pass is included with the purchase of an NAHB Education course. View this page for more information.
Pre-Show Education Courses are half-day and full-day courses on specific topics taught by NAHB-approved instructors. They are not included with registration for the Show and require a separate fee.
IBS Sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis to Expo+Education Pass Registrants.
You will receive a confirmation immediately upon completing your registration. You will receive details on room locations and times for each course by mail within two weeks prior to the event.
For Pre-Show NAHB Education Courses, contact Rusty Deiss at 800-368-5242 x8231 or [email protected].
Education Information
Yes, you must purchase an Expo+Education Pass to have unlimited access to all education sessions during the Show.
Check out this page for more information of what to expect from this year's education sessions.
2026 NAHB International Builders' Show Request for Proposals
RFP Opens: April 14, 2025
Deadline for Submissions: May 6, 2025
Please complete our IBS speaker inquiry form and we'll email you when we begin accepting applications.
Please contact Rusty Deiss at 800-368-5242 x8231 or [email protected] for more specific information about education sessions and courses.
Examples of professional credential programs include Certified Graduate Builder or CGB, Certified Graduate Remodeler or CGR, and Certified Green Professional or CGP. You can call the NAHB Professional Credential Helpline at 800-368-5242 x8154 for more information between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5 PM (Eastern). Learn more about our Professional Credentials and how NAHB provides the best residential home building knowledge in order to foster success in the industry.
Session recordings from the 2025 IBS Education sessions are included in an Expo+Education Pass registration. Access to the On-Demand Library will be available two weeks after the end of IBS 2025. Instructions to access the 2025 IBS Education On-Demand Library will be sent to your registered email address or can be found online here.
International Attendee Information
Depending on your citizenship, you may or may not need a visa to travel to the United States to attend the International Builders’ Show. You can also find out more information via the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Letters of Invitation will be available upon request. You MUST be a registered attendee or exhibitor of the 2026 Builders' Show to request a letter of invitation. Your IBS registration ID will be required to complete the form. This ID number is found on your registration confirmation email. After you submit your request, you will receive a PDF copy of the letter of invitation via email.
Yes. If you need to receive your letter more quickly, we can send it via Federal Express or UPS. You will need to include a valid Federal Express or UPS account number when submitting your request. If you do not include a valid account number, the letter will be sent by standard international mail. NAHB may contact you via email to verify this information.
Yes. A valid Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval is required for all eligible Visa Waiver Program (VWP) participants to travel to the United States. The Department of Homeland Security's ESTA is an automated system used to determine the eligibility of visitors to travel to the United States under the VWP. ESTA applications may be completed FREE online at the official Department of Homeland Security website.
Yes. The Department of Homeland Security strictly enforces this requirement. VWP travelers who have not obtained approval through ESTA should expect to be denied boarding on any air carrier bound for the United States. Be sure to fill out and submit your application well in advance of your travel dates.
NAHB Information
No. You do not have to be a member of NAHB to attend the Show. However, NAHB members are eligible for discounted registration fees. In addition, if an employee in your company is an NAHB member, all employees of your company may select from the discounted member registration fee options. See NAHB membership for more information.
Call NAHB Data Services at 800-368-5242 x8313 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM (Eastern) or email [email protected].
Yes, please visit the NAHB website.
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