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CONEXPO-CON/AGG: The Ultimate Guide

Everything you need to know in one place. Including where to find the MCM Team during the show!

ConExpo is not just another industry event. It is the largest construction trade show in North America and one of the few opportunities to see equipment, technology, and OEM direction side by side in one week.

If ConExpo is on your calendar or even a possibility, this guide pulls everything into one place so you can plan smarter and get more out of your time on the ground.

What is ConExpo and who attends?

CONEXPO-CON/AGG brings together more than 2,000 manufacturers, dealers, and technology providers from across the construction industry. Attendance regularly exceeds 130,000 industry professionals, including contractors, fleet managers, owners, operators, and decision makers.

The show covers earthmoving, paving, aggregates, lifting, utilities, technology, and fleet support. If technology, equipment updates, networking, or future purchases matter to your operation, ConExpo is worth attending.

Where ConExpo is located

ConExpo takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with both indoor halls and large outdoor exhibit yards. The total show footprint spans nearly 3 million square feet.

This matters for planning. Where you stay, how you move between halls, and which areas you prioritize will directly affect how much you are able to see each day. (Note: If you don’t already have your stay booked, expect limited availability, high rates, and longer drive times.)

ConExpo 2026 dates and hours

Dates: March 3–7, 2026
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center

Typical show hours:

Tuesday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Most exhibitors follow this schedule, though demos and meetings may start earlier.

How big ConExpo really is and why planning matters

ConExpo is too large to “walk and see what happens.”

Experienced attendees plan ahead by:

Identifying priority OEMs and booths
Grouping stops by hall or outdoor yard
Scheduling conversations before arriving
Leaving room for machines they did not expect to see

Trying to cover everything usually leads to missed booths and wasted walking time.

What to expect on the show floor

Expect full-size machines, new model launches, and technology demonstrations you cannot experience online.

Across recent shows, major themes include:

Equipment designed for versatility across applications
Increased emphasis on telematics and jobsite data
Operator-focused cab and control improvements
Electric and alternative power options in select equipment classes

ConExpo is where OEMs show what they believe contractors, maybe like you, will care about next.

OEM booths worth planning around

Hitachi Construction Machinery

Hitachi will feature a variety of equipment at their booth at the Festival Grounds, including the ZX500LCK, ZW120-7, and ZW140-7. Stop by booth number F19012 to see it all!

Komatsu

Komatsu typically features one of the largest and most comprehensive exhibits at ConExpo. This year, check out the West Hall booth number W41945 to see features on technology and brand new equipment!

Yanmar

Yanmar will have “Yanmar talks” and voices from the field plus showcasing a variety of reliable and new compact equipment. If you don’t want to miss out on their remote operation demonstration from over 6,000 miles away, you’ll want to be at booth W43221at 1pm Tuesday or 5pm on Saturday!

Caterpillar

Caterpillar is known for a massive ConExpo presence spanning both indoor and outdoor areas, showcasing equipment across nearly every category along with fleet connectivity and monitoring technologies.

Link-Belt Excavators (LBX Company)

Link-Belt is bringing the fun at ConExpo this year with a variety of fun events. From excavator showdowns to dice rolls to a “Pink-Belt” Auction, the booth F35043 should have one of the more interactive showcases in heavy equipment.

SANY

SANY is expected to bring a large outdoor display featuring dozens of machines, including excavators, wheel loaders, and electric equipment. Past shows have included one of the largest machine counts on the grounds, so check out Festival Grounds — F44054 to see this year’s features!

John Deere/Wirtgen Group

John Deere’s exhibit generally emphasizes earthmoving equipment and integrated jobsite solutions. At this event, catch them at the Silver Lot – SV2415, where they will introduce upgrades to their backhoe fleet and compact excavator models!

What to wear to ConExpo

The single most important advice:
Break in your shoes well before the trip. New boots or shoes will ruin your week quickly.

Recommended:

Broken-in work boots or walking shoes
Lightweight layers for indoor and outdoor areas
Hat and sunglasses for outdoor exhibits
Pants with functional pockets
A small backpack or sling bag

What to bring to ConExpo

Practical items that actually help:

Your own refillable water bottle
Portable phone charger
Phone storage cleared for photos
Notes app or small notebook
Business cards or digital contact info

Photos of spec boards and placards often end up being more useful than printed brochures.

One tip that saves time all day:

Have your must-see stops saved directly on your phone. For example:

A show map set as your phone lock screen
A short “must-see booths” list pinned in their Notes app

This keeps key information accessible without digging through emails or PDFs while walking the show.

? Download the iPhone lock screen ConExpo map and must-see checklist here

Planning your days at ConExpo

Productive attendees tend to:

Start early and handle outdoor yards first
Use a lock screen map or pinned notes instead of printed guides
Focus on one main objective per day
Build simple routes instead of wandering hall to hall

ConExpo rewards preparation more than speed.

Attending ConExpo with Mid Country Machinery in mind

We are here to help! Throughout the week, the Mid Country team will be around the event, so reach out to your rep and see which days they will be on site.