The NAHB International Builders' Show
IBS Education is a popular focal point each year at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). The 2026 IBS Education* sessions, Feb 17 – 19, at our final Orlando Builders’ Show will not disappoint. If you haven’t already, register for an Expo+Education Pass to experience IBS and IBS Education. The 120+ IBS Education sessions are your chance to learn from the top industry experts and experts in their field on topics that interest you.
UPDATED September 2, 2025
IBS Education at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) never disappoints — and the 2026 lineup is shaping up to be amazing. With 120+ IBS Education* sessions across 9 tracks, the lineup is designed to inspire, challenge and equip residential construction pros with the tools they need to stay ahead.
IBS Education is at the heart of the Builders’...
Ever wondered how a session at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) makes it to the official education lineup? With 100+ sessions offered each year across various tracks, each proposal undergoes a competitive and collaborative selection process to ensure the content is timely, relevant and impactful for residential construction professionals.
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how a 2026 IBS Education proposal became an IBS Education...
The highly anticipated 2026 NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) is Feb 17 – 19. It’s our last time in Orlando, and we’re planning exciting pre-show learning experiences for you Feb 14 – 16, the three days leading up to the official kickoff of the Builders’ Show.
Eighteen (18) pre-show courses will be held before the start of IBS 2026. These NAHB Courses, offered by the National Association of Home...
UPDATED September 17, 2025
The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is the premier annual event for residential construction professionals — three action-packed days filled with expert-led education sessions, hands-on demos and the chance to connect with the industry’s best minds. But what happens in between Builders’ Shows? How do you keep your momentum going until the next one?
Enter the NAHB | IBS Education Webinars — your...
Speaking at the 2026 NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) is your chance to be part of the housing industry’s largest annual light construction show in the world. The Builders’ Show is the ideal platform for speakers like you to share your knowledge and expertise with the home-building community.
It’s time to submit your proposal to speak! Share your knowledge, experience and expertise as a speaker at the Builders’ Show, Feb 17 – 19 in...
The 2025 NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) was a huge success. Over 81,000 residential construction professionals made their way through the show and the IBS Store. These are the 10 titles that flew off the shelves at the IBS Store during the show.
If you didn’t buy one of these titles or didn’t attend the show, you can still scoop up your copies at BuilderBooks.com. If you’re a residential construction pro, discover why these books should be on...
Experts and influencers take the Game Changers stage during the NAHB International Builders Show® (IBS) to revolutionize the way you do business. Gain insights and solutions from leading experts and high-profile industry and business thought leaders. They’re going to change your perspective, make you take a hard look at how you're doing things and provide ways for you to do things differently, better.
NEW in 2025!
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Super Sessions are your favorite sessions supersized into education experiences at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Vegas, Feb 25 – 27. We’ve supercharged four popular IBS Education sessions for you to discover some of the most popular ways to design and develop attainable homes, how to build complete sales professionals and how to create exceptional customer experiences.
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Innovation, development and the future of the residential construction and design industry are all hot topics at the NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS). Learning Labs, part of IBS Education, stands out as a beacon for professionals looking to stay at the forefront of the industry. Let's look at what makes the IBS Learning Labs a unique and invaluable experience.
Learning Labs are fast-paced sessions using...