HVAC contractors love learning new things, and this year’s lineup of HVAC trade shows and conventions is sure to heat up the room with new industry trends, technological advancements, and inspiring innovations.
The HVAC industry hosts several annual conferences, expos, and trade shows for air conditioning engineers, HVACR specialists, heat pump contractors, and other HVAC industry professionals to network, gain new skills in education sessions and seminars, earn continuing education units (CEUs), and learn about the latest trends in energy savings and sustainability.
To help you decide which trade shows to attend, we compiled a list of some of the most innovative HVAC trade shows happening across the U.S.
1. Build Expo USA 2025 Shows
Build Expo USA hosts “America's premier regional building and construction events,” featuring accredited classes, industry networking opportunities, and thousands of product and service displays. Six cities are currently scheduled for shows in 2025, but keep an eye on the BuildExpo USA official website for updates and information on upcoming events.
Tampa: Jan 22-23, Tampa Convention Center
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Austin, Texas: March 19-20, Palmer Events Center
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Dallas: April 23-24, Dallas Market Hall
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Houston: June 11-12, NRG Park Center, Hall D
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Atlanta: July 23-24, Cobb Galleria Centre, Halls A, B, and C
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Los Angeles: Aug. 27-28, Los Angeles Convention Center, South Hall G
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2. 2025 ASHRAE Winter Conference
Date: Feb. 8-12; Expo, Feb. 10-12
Location: Hilton Orlando, Orlando, Florida
Cost:
Advance Pricing (through Jan. 24): $790 for members, $1,090 for nonmembers
On-site: $1,090 for members, $1,340 for nonmembers
Virtual Only: $500 for members, $550 for nonmembers
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Winter Conference explores HVACR fundamentals, HVACR systems and equipment, connected buildings, cold-climate system designs, IAQ uses and applications, and much more. ASHRAE’s mission is to advance the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and their allied fields.
3. AHR Expo 2025
Date: Feb. 10-12
Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
Cost: Free
The International Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Expo, co-sponsored by AHRI, returns as North America's largest HVACR technology industry event. The 2024 event was held in January at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago with thousands of exhibitors and attendees.
If past conventions are any indication, HVAC contractors won’t want to miss AHR Expo 2025 with sessions on new technologies, energy-saving innovations, and so much more. Stay tuned to ahrexpo.com for the latest announcements and schedule.
4. ACCA 2025 Conference and Expo
Date: March 24-27
Location: Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, Texas
Cost:
Nonmember: $795
Gold Member: $445
Silver Member: $545
Bronze Member: $645
As a leading annual education and networking event for HVACR contractors, ACCA 2025 features successful business owners, entrepreneurs, consultants, and innovators who share their knowledge and expertise on a variety of HVAC topics, such as workforce, leadership, finance, and technical prowess. This year’s keynote presenter is Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage, a home service business that’s about to cross the $220M mark in revenue with over 700 employees in 20 states.
5. IIAR 2025 Natural Refrigeration Conference & Heavy Equipment Expo
Date: March 2-5
Location: Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona
Cost: Registration details coming soon.
The International Institute of All-Natural Refrigeration’s IIAR 2025 Natural Refrigeration Conference & Heavy Equipment Expo helps industry leaders network with others, gain professional education, expand their knowledge, and learn about the industry’s latest innovations and products.
For more information, check out the full schedule of events.
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6. HVAC Excellence National HVACR Education Conference
Date: March 16-19
Location: South Point Hotel, Las Vegas
Cost:
Through Dec. 31, 2024: $435
Jan. 1-Feb. 22: $475
After Feb. 23: $550
This year’s conference educates HVAC service providers on the latest trends, like inverter technologies, cold climate heat pumps, and heat recovery systems. The HVAC Excellence Conference also features an expo showcasing the latest HVACR products from industry-leading manufacturers and suppliers.
7. Illinois PHCC Expo North 2025
Date: March 21
Location: Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Cost: Details coming soon.
The Illinois PHCC Expo North gives attendees the chance to see new products and technologies, talk to manufacturers, and network with other HVAC technicians and contractors. A four-hour CEU class will be held on Friday morning for up to 800 attendees.
8. 2025 ASHRAE Annual Conference
Date: June 21-25
Location: Sheraton Downtown Phoenix and Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona
Cost: Registration opens March 2025. See cost details here.
The 2025 American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers Conference includes educational tracks for HVACR equipment, industry fundamentals, workforce development, and more. Attendees can be in-person or virtual.
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Attending a trade show is a worthwhile investment for HVAC and HVACR professionals. It’s the best way to stay updated on fast-changing trends and innovations, find inspiration to grow your business, and make valuable connections with industry leaders and colleagues.
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