Booth Builders for CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
North America's largest construction trade show, showcasing equipment, technology, and product innovations across the construction sector.
CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 at a glance
Quick numbers to help you scope your booth strategy.
What most exhibitors get wrong at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
Three patterns we see in post-show debriefs — each one quietly burns 20–40% of a typical booth budget.
- Mistake 01Buying square footage instead of impact
A well-staffed 10x20 with a real demo outperforms a half-empty 20x20 every time.
- Mistake 02Ignoring drayage & show services
Services often add $4–9k on top of a booth quote — more in union cities. Budget line by line.
- Mistake 03No lead qualification flow
Badge scans are noise. Define one qualifying question and an agreed next step before the show.
What to know about CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
CONEXPO-CON/AGG is a massive, decentralized event where 3-million-plus square feet of space forces attendees to plan their routes heavily in advance around specific equipment categories. Unlike typical conventions, the outdoor Festival Grounds and Diamond Lot areas prioritize live technology demonstrations over static displays, requiring exhibitors to account for noise, weather, and dust.
The Diamond Lot and Festival Grounds are expansive; ensure your booth staff has appropriate footwear and sun protection, as many high-value buyers spend the entire day outdoors.
The attendee base is highly logistical; providing QR codes for digital specs is superior to physical catalogs which visitors will avoid carrying across the 2.5-mile campus.
Transportation between the West, Central, and North Halls is taxing; use the Tesla Loop system to move staff but advise clients to meet at specific 'zones' to avoid transit fatigue.
CONEXPO attracts fleet owners and operators who value hands-on interaction; incorporating a simulator or remote-control operation station is the standard for high-engagement booths.
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