IBS Attendee Hub
We're excited that you will be attending the NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) this year in Orlando!
Whether you're joining us for the first time or just need a refresher, this page provides resources to help you plan your trip, navigate everything to see and do at IBS and how to get the most out of your Builders' Show experience. Information will be continuously updated on this page as we get closer to IBS, so check back frequently.
Planning Your IBS Experience
Where is IBS Located?
Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)
9800 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Official IBS Hotels
View the official IBS 2026 Hotel Map and click on a hotel name to see the address and property details.
IBS PreShow Planner
Get a sneak peek of what’s happening at IBS. Check out the IBS PreShow Planner to make the most of your experience and plan what you want to see and do at the show.
Download the Mobile App
Download the IBS Mobile App to plan your Builders' Show experience, view the exhibit floor plan and receive real-time IBS alerts all on your smartphone. Attendees can log into the app with their registrant ID and last name.
View the Campus Map
Wondering how to find your way around the Orange County Convention Center, including the exhibits and transportation pick-up and drop-off spots? View the map for a quick guide to each area.
Follow IBS Social Media
Follow and post to IBS social media channels to stay connected during the show. Don’t forget the official hashtags #IBS2026 and #OnlyAtIBS.
Subscribe to the Know the Show Blog
Subscribe to the Know the Show blog to get the latest Builders' Show updates, highlights, tips on how to navigate the show, how to get the most out of you IBS experience and what to do in Orlando.
Things to Know at the Builders' Show
If you haven't already received your IBS badge, you can pick one up at any of the IBS registration or Scan & Go kiosk locations.
West, Level 1, Hall A Lobby
- Sunday, February 15 – Thursday, February 19: 7 AM – 5 PM
South, Level 2, Room S220
- Sunday, February 15 – Thursday, February 19: 7 AM – 5 PM
North, Level 2, Room N220
- Sunday, February 15 – Thursday, February 19: 7 AM – 5 PM
To log in to the IBS Mobile App, choose “My Profile” from the main navigation. You will be prompted to log in to the app using your registrant ID and your last name which is case sensitive and must be entered exactly as it appears in your registration record. Your registrant ID can be found in two places. It's the same number as the confirmation ID on the IBS registration confirmation email and it's also the number located on your badge to the left of the QR code.
IBS Expo+Education Pass gives you access to:
- IBS Education Sessions (AI & Tech Studio, Building Knowledge Sessions, Game Changers and Super Sessions)
- IBS Centrals
- IBS & KBIS Exhibit Floors, including all IBS Zones and Outdoor Exhibits
- DCW Opening Ceremonies (seating is first-come first served)
IBS Expo Pass gives you access to:
- IBS Centrals
- IBS & KBIS Exhibit Floors, including all IBS Zones and Outdoor Exhibits
- DCW Opening Ceremonies (seating is first-come first served)
Pre-show Education requires a separate registration.
The IBS House Party, IBS Young Pro Party, IBS Closing Concert, The Nationals, Powered by Chase and The Best in American LivingTM Awards (BALA) sponsored by SMEG require separate tickets.
Complimentary shuttle bus service will be provided between all official NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) and NKBA Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) hotels and the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) Feb 17 – 19, from 6:30 AM – 6 PM, with the exception of properties that are within walking distance of the OCCC.
Shuttles will drop-off and pick-up at West, South and North Halls.
The New American Home® (TNAH) and The New American Remodel® (TNAR) tour shuttle busses will pick up and drop off
The best way to find an exhibitor while you're onsite at IBS is by using the IBS Mobile App where you can search for an exhibitor by name, by product or by browsing the full list. Once you select an exhibitor in the mobile app and click on the booth number, the interactive map will show where that exhibitor is located. If you also tap the navigation arrow in the lower right corner, the app will give you routing instructions.
Pro-tip: Each booth number starts with a letter that indicates an exhibit hall. W=West Hall, S=South Hall, N=North Hall and P=Outdoor Exhibits.
IBS Exhibit Hours and Locations:
Tuesday, February 17 – Thursday, February 19: 9 AM - 5 PM
- West Hall B – F, Level 2
- North & South Hall A, Level 1
- Outdoor Exhibits, West Parking Lot W1
During the Builders' Show, there will be a wide variety of places to purchase food and beverages. Check out this Where to Eat at the OCCC map for locations and hours of operation.
IBS House Party, IBS Young Pro Party, The Best in American LivingTM Awards (BALA) sponsored by SMEG and IBS Closing Concert tickets may be purchased online by adding them to your IBS registration. Tickets purchased on or before January 17, 2026, will be mailed. Tickets purchased between January 17, 2026, and February 17, 2026, must be picked up by the purchaser at the IBS Special Events Ticket counter in any IBS Registration Area between 7 AM and 5 PM beginning Sunday, February 15, 2026. Tickets will not be distributed to anyone other than the purchaser of record. A photo ID is required.
The Nationals, Powered by Chase tickets may be purchased at The NationalsSM .
There is no ticket required for the DCW Opening Ceremonies, which is open to all registered attendees. Doors open at 7 AM. Limited general seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The New American Home® (TNAH) and The New American Remodel® (TNAR) tours: complimentary tickets are required to board a tour bus and access the home. Tickets for specific shuttle bus departure times are handed out in the West Hall C Lobby at Booth W40 on a first-come first-served basis on the day you want to tour the home. Note that tickets are limited each day and will run out quickly, so we strongly encourage you to visit the ticket booth as early as you can for the best chance of getting tickets.
Design & Construction Week (DCW) is the co-location of the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) and the NKBA Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS). Your IBS registration includes access to both IBS and KBIS exhibit floors!
View a complete list of Builders' Show FAQs on a variety of topics including general show information, registration, hotel/transportation, education and more.
Contact us if you have any questions about the Builders' Show.
IBS Highlights
Pre-Show Education
Start learning before the Builders’ Show by adding on pre-show learning, Feb 14–16, with the Building Science Symposium or NAHB Courses.
IBS Education
IBS Education sessions require an Expo+Education registration for entry. View the types of IBS Education available, including the NEW AI & Tech Studio sessions and use the Education Search to see session details.
IBS Exhibit Hall Segments
IBS exhibit halls are divided into six categories and the Outdoor Exhibits, making it easier for you to navigate the exhibit floor, save time and find the products and services you’re looking for at the show. View Segments & Products
Demo Zones
Watch live product and technique demos in the Construction Performance Zone and the Craft Techniques Zone. These are hot spots on the Builders’ Show floor.
Other IBS Zones & Outdoor Exhibits
Discover emerging companies in the Start-Up Zone, see the hottest new industry products in the New Product Zone, learn how to make your workplace safer in the Jobsite Safety Zone and step outside to explore the unique Outdoor Exhibits, including the Pro Builder Show Village.
IBS Centrals
Visit IBS Centrals to discover new ideas, refine your skills, gain business information and connect with other professionals in your specific niche in the building industry. IBS Centrals are open to all IBS attendees.
The New American Home (TNAH)
See the latest in design trends, product innovations and smart home technology in The New American Home®, an official show home of IBS.
The New American Remodel (TNAR)
Explore the future of home building and remodeling while getting ideas that can be integrated within the scope of any project at The New American Remodel®, an official show home of IBS.
Special Events
Meet future collaborators, contacts and business partners at IBS after-hours, ticketed events like the IBS House Party, Young Pro Party and Closing Concert. Add these tickets to your IBS registration - they sell out FAST!