Don’t miss these WOC events

By Emma Peterson. 

Looking for a way to take your 2026 World of Concrete experience to the max? Mark your calendar for some of these fun events! 

Every year, World of Concrete brings professionals from concrete and masonry companies across the country together for a week of learning and networking. This year’s event, hosted at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Nevada from January 20-22, 2026, will feature over 150+ learning sessions!  

In addition to that, there is an extensive expo floor to explore (be sure to stop by and say hi to The Coffee Shop crew in the South Hall lobby) and more events than you probably have time to attend. To help make your World of Concrete schedule easier to build, we’ve put together a list of some of the events happening at the show (Note: Not a complete list)! 

Outdoor events 

MCAA’s Masonry Skills Challenge

Kick off Wednesday, January 21, at 8 a.m. with the Masonry Skills Challenge hosted by MCAA! You can watch as masonry students (in their first, second and third years) go head-to-head to complete a surprise project with no prep and no assistance! 

SPEC MIX TOUGHEST TENDER®

This contest is all about challenging professionals to set up their feeder stations as quickly and professionally as possible. If you’re looking for some fast and exciting competition, make sure to mark your calendar for January 21 at 10 a.m. 

MCAA’S Fastest Trowel on the Block

Keep the excitement going and stay to watch the Fastest Trowel on the Block contest at 10:20 a.m.! You’ll get to watch journeyman masons, accompanied by their choice of tender, compete is a contest of workmanship, speed and teamwork for the chance to win cash prizes and bragging rights. 

SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500®

Get ready for masonry madness at the 24th annual SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500®! Also called the “Superbowl of masonry,” this competition showcases the speed, skill and stamina of the world’s best bricklayers. And it also features prizes such as a Chevrolet Truck and a KUBOTA RTV-X1130 utility vehicle. You will not want to miss the excitement, so make sure to be at the Bronze Lot (next to the South Hall) on January 21 at 11 a.m. 

Decorative Concrete LIVE! 

On top of all of those fun outdoors events, the annual Decorative Concrete LIVE! will be happening in the Silver Lot during show hours January 20-22, 2026. This event highlights the innovative work contractors and artisans are using in the modern concrete and masonry industries. It is the perfect way to start your new year with fresh perspectives and ideas.  

Indoor events 

CIM Silent and Live Auction

The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Program will be hosting an auction on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The silent auction will run from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. while live bidding kicks off at 1 p.m. This auction support CIM programs at five public universities. Make sure to turn out to support and for the chance to bid on a variety of items like equipment, vacation packages, TVs and more!  

Economic Forecast Breakfast with Ed Sullivan and Pierre Villere 

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that our world is constantly changing and businesses that want to succeed must become adaptable. In this event, Ed Sullivan, economist at The Sullivan Report, and Pierre Villere, senior managing partner at Allen-Villere Partners, share their wisdom with attendees over a continental breakfast. This is a great way to kick off your day on Wednesday and get key economic insights that will empower you to lead your organization confidentially in 2026.  

Artificial Rock Sculpting LIVE!

Experience how artistry and craftsmanship unite in live stone sculpting events hosted at booths S13619 and S13719 during show hours. Artificial Rock Carving Live will feature master artisans transforming concrete into extraordinary stone features in the South Hall. This is event will show you how raw materials can become art through advanced concrete techniques that will inspire your own concrete work. 

SAIA Scaffold Builders Challenge

Looking for a space where your crew members can show off their agility and teamwork? Look no further than the 2026 Scaffold Builders Competition! Powered by Scaffold & Access Industry Association & Layher, this event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on January 20, 2026, at booth S14512.  

EPOXY LIVE! 

Step into the action when you visit booth S13627 and see EPOXY LIVE! This event takes student design team submissions for themed environments and brings them to life. Whether you’re a contractor, specifier, designer or student, this is a valuable opportunity to see the materials, methods and design trends driving the cement and masonry industries forward.  

The Decorative Concrete Experience 

Level up your creative skills at the Decorative Concrete Experience! This event, sponsored by ASCC, DCC and CPC, is packed with rapid-fire presentations. In addition to hearing these presenters and getting ideas that will refine your craft, this event also includes 2026 Hall of Fame presentations and showcases the 2025 International DCC Award-Winning Projects. 

Breakfasts and luncheons 

Breakfast with the Experts 

Make sure to kick off your days at the 2026 World of Concrete show right at the Breakfast with the Experts presented by Master Builders Solutions. With start times at 6:45 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. this is a great opportunity to meet your peers and listen to industry experts as they answer your questions! If you have questions, make sure to submit them to seminars@worldofconcrete.com.  

Polished Concrete Profitability: Strategies for Success 

Get lunch from the Concrete Polishing Council (CPC) of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, and learn from professional polishing contractors John Haines of Hyde Concrete and Jameon Schwarz of Pro Concrete Design! This luncheon will cover topics including increasing profitability, developing a business approach and finding success in today’s economy.  

Quality in Concrete Slabs Luncheon & Forum   

Hosted by World of Concrete and American Society of Concrete Contractors, this Wednesday, January 21, 2026, luncheon features Chad White of Structural Services Inc., Bruce Gesick of Gesick Concrete and Bill Clyne of FST Design Build Concrete Inc. They will discuss the unique challenges concrete professionals face today and providing their advice on finding success. 

3D Printing Luncheon & Forum 

For Thursday, January 22, 2026’s luncheon, World of Concrete has brought a panel of experts in to talk about the role of 3D printing in construction. They will focus on how professionals can benefit from the development of 3D Printing Codes and next steps for incorporating 3D printing into your business model. 

Tours  

Hoover Dam and Bypass Bridge — Presentation and tour 

For those looking to get out of Las Vegas proper, World of Concrete's editor at large and chair of ACI 120-History, Rick Yelton, has arranged to take tour groups out to Hoover Dam and the Bypass Bridge on January 18 and January 23. These tours will not only give attendees the opportunity to see these iconic concrete structures but also hear about the incredible history and role they play in the history of concrete construction. There will be a boxed lunch provided on the tour, and limited vegetarian options will also be available. 

To learn more about the 2026 World of Concrete show, make sure to check out our countdown page, sponsored by our friends at Tremco! And if you haven’t already, register and get your tickets to the show.