May 15, 2026
Sunbelt Builders Show® Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Landmark Homecoming to San Antonio
AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) is proud to announce that the Sunbelt Builders Show® is celebrating its 25th silver anniversary by returning to its roots in San Antonio on July 22-23, 2026, at the Henry B. González Convention Center.
This homecoming marks a significant milestone for the Southwest’s definitive trade event, which held its inaugural show in San Antonio in 2001. Since then, the Show has matured from a bold proposal into a foundational resource, having traveled to host locations such as Grapevine while consistently prioritizing the substantive, hands-on needs of independent Texas builders. Over the years, educational themes have remained deeply practical, evolving from core focuses like building science and construction risk management to modern industry shifts such as workforce development, succession planning, and AI in permitting. Returning to San Antonio for the 25th year honors this legacy of regional efficiency and craftsmanship while looking forward to the next generation of building innovation.
The two-day tradeshow takes place during TAB's summer meetings, a pivotal time when many of the association’s nearly 10,000 members gather to discuss critical industry issues such as codes and standards, workforce development, and government relations. Member engagement at semi-annual meetings powers TAB’s advocacy for attainable housing in the Texas legislature.
2026 Show Highlights Include:
- Industry-Leading Education: The 2026 program features 20+ sessions, including Professional Development Sessions and curated Podcast Conversations.
- Renowned Speakers: The lineup features Robert Dietz, Ph.D., National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Chief Economist; Ricky Dickson, retired CEO of Blue Bell Creameries; and leadership strategist Tim Lansford. Additional experts include Debora Trimpe, Ph.D., and TAB’s legislative team, Frances Blake and JD Hale.
- More than 200 industry partners will be in attendance. The floor will showcase a comprehensive range of businesses, including providers of building materials, kitchen appliances, home automation technologies, and professional business services.
- Social Events: Attendees can enjoy "Big Time on the Riverwalk" at Howl at the Moon, a high-energy event raising money for The Texas Builders Foundation and HOMEPAC. The celebration continues with the Star Awards on July 23 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio, which has honored excellence in the industry since 1993.
Registration is now open, with FREE Show Passes available for builders, remodelers, and developers through May. For more information on the 2026 Program Preview, exhibitor listings, and social events, visit www.SunbeltBuildersShow.com.
About the Texas Association of Builders: Founded in 1946, the Texas Association of Builders is an affiliate of the National Association of Home Builders and has 27 local home builders associations across Texas. With a membership of nearly 10,000 representing over 758,000 jobs and more than $71.5 billion annually in the Texas economy, TAB plays a crucial role in providing housing for Texans.