The Midwest’s Largest Construction Show
Chicago Build Expo 2025 is returning October 29–30 at McCormick Place, and it’s set to be the most electrifying event yet. Over 30,000+ industry professionals will gather for two action-packed days of groundbreaking insights, unrivaled networking, and non-stop entertainment. ADF (Aoyama Design Forum) will support Chicago Build Expo 2025 as a media partner.

Key Program

400+ trailblazing speakers across 13 conference tracks & AIA CES workshops
Unmissable networking events hosted with the biggest names in the industry and the industry’s leading organizations, including WiRE, GBI IWBI, Chicagoland AGC, NABWIC, IFMA, ASID, AIBD, PWC, and NAWIC.
A floorplan bursting with top exhibitors showcasing the latest products and innovations
The biggest Festival of Construction - live music, DJs, competitions & entertainment like you’ve never seen before
Insider access to leading contractors, architects, civil engineers, developers, and real estate giants
And countless more highlights designed to boost your business and your career


Latest Speakers Announced

Sharla Roberts, Chief Procurement Officer - City of Chicago
Hannah Slodounik, Project Director - WSP USA
Andre Brumfield, Cities Sector Leader & Principal - Gensler
Anne Gibson, Principal & Firmwide Interior Design Practice Leader - CannonDesign
Brandon Dorsey, Chief Technology Officer - Vocon
Bryan Dudek, Senior Director - Cushman & Wakefield
Jim Gresik, Vice President & Business Group Leader - The Walsh Group
Kate Ivanova, Executive Vice President - McHugh Concrete Construction
Madeline Robertson, Director of Sustainability - Greystar


For details of the program, please view the show guide on this page. Ticketing information can be confirmed on the official website.