From expert-led educational sessions to hands-on product demonstrations, roofing trade shows serve as a hub for networking and professional growth.
Whether you’re attending to see the latest trends and cutting-edge technology, network with industry peers, or simply grow your knowledge, investing a little time and money into a trade show can pay off in many ways. To help you decide which annual conventions, trade shows, and roofing industry events are right for you and your team to attend, here’s a list of some of the most innovative roofing events happening across the USA.
1 . International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025
Date: Feb. 19-21
Location: Henry Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas
Cost: Expo Hall only passes start at $80. Single day passes start at $299. Register Now
The International Roofing Expo bills itself as North America’s largest roofing and exterior event, bringing 65 years of experience and tradition to the industry. Along with serving as a hub for projects, technology, and innovation, the expo offers hands-on education and networking opportunities. With more than 45 educational sessions offering expert speakers, panel discussions, and group breakouts on topics such as waterproofing and sustainability, there’s something for all roofers.
2. Roofing Day in D.C.
Date: April 8-9
Location: Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C.
Cost: Registration opens in January.
Hosted by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Roofing Day in D.C. provides the opportunity to meet with congressional members and their staff. As one of the smaller conferences on this list, the networking opportunities become more intimate, and opportunities to meet one-on-one with peers remain available throughout the weekend.
3. Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo
Date: June 4-6
Location: Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, Florida
Cost: Free for roofing contractors. Registration opens in February.
With more than 4,500 roofing and sheet metal contractors in attendance each year, this is one of the largest gatherings of roofing professionals in the Southeast. Hosted by the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA), the event offers plenty to see and do, including 240 exhibiting companies showcasing the latest roofing products and services. While roofing professionals are admitted free, there’s a fee for non-exhibiting manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers.
4. Texas Roofing Conference
Date: Sept. 17-19
Location: Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, Texas
Cost: TBA: Registration opens January 2, 2025.
Hosted by the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas, this expo offers educational sessions and two days of exhibits showcasing the latest products and innovations. Special events include golf and other networking opportunities where contractors, builders, architects, and other roofing professionals come together to socialize. This year marks the 50th anniversary for the Texas event.
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5. Western States Roofing Expo 2025
Date: Sept. 28-30
Location: Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas
Cost: TBA
The Western States Roofing Contractors Association hosts this three-day event dedicated solely to the roofing industry. With 24 educational opportunities, two keynote luncheons, golf and social events, the trade show offers the opportunity to grow personally while networking and building relationships. The Roofing Games shingle competition is a fixture at the annual Western Roofing Expo, as contestants match their skill and knowledge, putting their brains and brawn to the test.
6. METALCON
Date: Oct. 21-23, 2025
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
Cost: TBA
Billed as the “only annual tradeshow and conference devoted exclusively to the application of metal in the building envelope,” METALCON includes a dynamic exhibit hall, extensive education and training programs and one-stop access to the broadest spectrum of products, tools, solutions and opportunities in the metal construction and design industry.
Why Attend?
Along with seeing technology, innovations, and trends before they hit the market, attending a roofing trade show allows for easy networking events and connecting within the industry community. A trade show is a low-cost opportunity to:
Talk to the industry leaders from across the region.
Talk face-to-face with suppliers and see firsthand what they offer.
Compare notes and challenges with colleagues in the same situations.
An in-person trade show atmosphere opens exhibitors, presenters, and attendees to collaborative attitudes with fellow industry workers. Most conferences also offer the ability to earn continuing education credits.
Getting Started
Not sure which trade show or annual convention is right for you? One way to connect with industry experts is to join a trade association, such as the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA).
There you’ll find like-minded professionals who can share their experiences and offer assistance.
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