Education
Acquire Industry Knowledge. Connect with Industry Experts.
LEARN FROM TOP BUSINESS LEADERS
The Builders' Show is heading to Orlando, Feb 17 – 19, 2026, with unmatched education tailored for residential construction professionals. IBS Education is always an attendee favorite — and for good reason.
From dynamic Super Sessions to hands-on workshops, quick-hit talks to deep-dive discussions, IBS Education offers a variety of formats designed to fit different learning styles. Whether you prefer interactive, fast-paced or in-depth learning, there’s something for everyone.
The 2026 lineup will not disappoint.

Game Changers
These daily keynotes feature business thought leaders who transform how we think about and address critical housing industry issues.
Super Sessions
Sometimes, more is better. When it comes to Super Sessions, this is absolutely the case. We’ve transformed four of our most popular IBS Education sessions into super-charged education experiences.


Building Knowledge Sessions
These 60-minute sessions in 9 tracks are the foundation of education at the Builders' Show. Find the best industry education on today's most relevant and hottest topics.
AI & Tech Studio
NEW for IBS 2026: AI & Tech Studio offers bold new IBS Education sessions built around the explosive interest in artificial intelligence and the tech tools that power today’s home building and remodeling companies.


Before the Show
NAHB Courses
These courses fully immerse you in specific industry topics to increase your skill sets while earning NAHB CEUs and, in some cases, continuing education for AIA and AIBD. Pre-show NAHB Courses require a separate registration.
Before the Show:
Building Science Symposium
Back by popular demand, the Building Science Symposium returns to the 2026 Builders’ Show with a one-of-a-kind, all-day experience you won’t find anywhere else at IBS. This is the only place where you can get deeper into the science of high performance building with the top builders leading the charge. This symposium is an in-depth, full-day intensive program in a small, informal setting. All IBS registrants are eligible to purchase a seat in the pre-show symposium. The pre-purchase of a seat is required. If space allows, seats will be available for purchase before the start of the symposium.
FREE NAHB | IBS Education Webinar Series
NAHB | IBS Education Webinars are your year-round connection to high-impact industry learning and expert insights. These free sessions help you stay on top of trends, learn from the best and sharpen your skills.
Education On Demand
The biggest challenge you face when attending the Builders' Show is how to see and do everything that's jammed into a three-day show. We'll let you in on a little secret: It’s impossible.
That's why Education On Demand is such a valuable tool. It's the full library of recorded sessions from the Builders’ Show and as an Expo+Education Pass registrant, it's the tool you can rely on for the information you missed or want to revisit after the Builders’ Show ends.
First Time Attendee Deal
If you’re attending the Builders’ Show for the first time as an NAHB Member, put your NAHB membership to work for you. Start enjoying NAHB Member benefits like joining us at IBS: All Homes Start Here to access 120+ amazing IBS Education sessions, 1,700+ brands, manufacturers and suppliers on the show floor, attend live demos, niche networking and education in Centrals, experience the hottest new product launches and more (at a deep discount with an exclusive rate)!
*Manufacturer and software provider registrants are not eligible.
"I sat at every session with a notebook, said, 'Oh this is a great idea,' and ended up with 14 pages. What I took from the show we started immediately applying to the business and we're still trying to distill it down and implement all of it in our strategy."

Andrew Brindley, H-E Homes
"The IBS experience allows you to see everything and focus while you're there. Seeing the trends at the show gave me the confidence to say, 'Okay, that is a good direction to go in.' You get an overview of the entire industry and tactics that you can implement right away."

Lauren Merritt, Loren Homes, Inc.