Chicago Build Expo 2025 Kicks Off Next Week

The Midwest’s largest construction and design exhibition, Chicago Build Expo 2025, will open next week at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, October 29, and continue through Thursday, October 30, at McCormick Place. ADF (Aoyama Design Forum) proudly supports Chicago Build Expo 2025 as a media partner.

Expect cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Architects, engineers, contractors, designers, and suppliers from across the industry will gather to shape the future of construction and design.

Key Programs
・Over 400 industry-leading speakers across 13 conference tracks and AIA CES workshops
・Special networking events co-hosted with major organizations such as WiRE, GBI, IWBI, Chicagoland AGC, NABWIC, IFMA, ASID, AIBD, PWC, and NA
・An exhibition floor featuring top exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations and products
・The largest Festival of Construction with live music, DJs, competitions, and entertainment
・Exclusive access to leading contractors, architects, engineers, developers, and real estate leaders
・Countless highlights designed to accelerate business growth and professional careers

Networking Events Lineup
October 29 (Day 1)
・10:00–11:00 AM: Meet the Contractors, Developers, and Architects in the Midwest
・11:15 AM–12:15 PM: Meet the Sustainability Leaders (in partnership with Women in Renewable Energy, Green Building Initiative, and International WELL Building Institute)
・12:30–1:30 PM: Happy Hour with Industry Speakers
・1:45–2:45 PM: Meet the Digital Construction Innovators
・3:00–4:15 PM: The Midwest’s Largest Diversity in Construction Networking Event (with Chicagoland AGC and National Association of Black Women in Construction)
・4:30–5:30 PM: “Ask Me Anything!” AEC Industry Speed Mentoring (in partnership with Movember)

October 30 (Day 2)
・10:00–11:00 AM: AEC Professionals Networking Exchange
・11:15 AM–12:15 PM: Real Estate & Facilities Management Mixer (with International Facility Management Association)
・12:30–1:30 PM: Architecture Networking Event (with American Society of Interior Designers and American Institute of Building Design)
・1:45–2:45 PM: Builders Connect (in partnership with International Masonry Institute)
・3:00–4:15 PM: The Midwest’s Largest Networking Event for Women in Construction (with Professional Women in Construction Chicago and National Association of Women in Construction)

Register your free ticket today at the official website.
For planning your visit, please refer to the official show guide.

[divider] Chicago Build Expo 2025 [/divider] PeriodOctober 29–30, 2025 VenueMcCormick Place URLhttps://www.chicagobuildexpo.com/


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