Paris Builders Show 2026: the leading global event for the entire building industry

A true global summit for the building industry, Paris Builders Show brings together the widest and most complementary range of expertise, solutions and opportunities for discussion through its iconic trade shows BATIMAT, IDÉOBAIN and INTERCLIMA, to which is now added the RENODAYS Forum.

Organised in Paris, from September 28 to October 1, 2026, and covering 5 halls of the Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre, Paris Builders Show expects more than 135.000 French and international participants.

According to Jean-Philippe Guillon, Director of the Paris Builders Show: “Faced with profound changes in the sector and new global economic challenges, Paris Builders Show is now establishing itself as a unique forum for meetings, convergences, and exchanges, with a decidedly international dimension. More than just an association of trade shows, it is a genuine community commitment designed to support building professionals in transforming their business models. Under the theme “Building in Motion,” the 2026 edition will be structured around three strategic axes, which will be explored in an exceptional program of over 500 presentations. This event is designed to be a major acceleration platform, marked by numerous unprecedented highlights, including the Grand Political Debate ahead of the presidential election. A decisive moment to place the challenges facing our sector at the heart of the national debate.”

A unique experience in the world, structured around four pillars

Designed as a catalyst for solutions and an accelerator of transformations for the building of today and tomorrow, Paris Builders Show deploys a comprehensive experience designed for professionals, structured around four fundamental pillars:

• The Community

Paris Builders Show places the builders' community at the heart of its DNA. The event fosters connections, the sharing of experiences, and cooperation among all stakeholders involved in building construction and renovation through formats designed to build relationships: Builders Cafés in each exhibition hall, informal events, collaborative workshops, thematic forums, and dedicated networking sessions. The integration of RENODAYS strengthens this community dynamic around the major challenges of renovation.

• The performance

The performance pillar translates into highlighting concrete and effective solutions that enhance the environmental, economic, and operational performance of projects. Paris Builders Show also supports the business performance of exhibitors and visitors through targeted itineraries, high-value content, and mechanisms that facilitate qualified networking opportunities.

• Inspiration

A source of inspiration for the entire industry, Paris Builders Show offers a rich and engaging program: over 500 conferences on the theme of buildings in motion, live demonstrations, Innovation Awards, thematic tracks, and forward-looking presentations. The event sheds light on emerging trends and fosters new narratives to imagine the buildings of tomorrow.

• International

The international pillar constitutes a structuring axis of the 2026 edition. The event affirms its global ambition through a bilingual trade fair experience, international conferences, dedicated visitor routes and an international tour, "the Builders Roadshow", designed to promote the entire event internationally as well as to strengthen exchanges and cooperation between French and international players.

A strengthened international ambition

This international dimension enriches the BATIMAT, IDÉOBAIN, INTERCLIMA trade shows and the RENODAYS Forum with a dual objective:

• For exhibitors: easy access to key international players, the ability to test markets and find partners, distributors or suppliers.
• For visitors: access to diverse and rich content, available in bilingual versions, with specific tour routes and two days of international conferences.

To support this ambition, the Paris Builders Show teams will embark on an international tour called "the Builders Roadshow", which will take place from February to May 2026 and will pass through Italy, Canada, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Tunisia, Morocco...

More than just a presentation, this approach is a genuine field effort. By meeting with local stakeholders to exchange ideas and understand their specific challenges, the Paris Builders Show community is built well before the doors open in Paris. The objective is twofold: to identify the most inspiring international initiatives and to invite these experts to Paris to compare their visions with those of other markets. This dialogue will take place during roundtables dedicated in particular to comprehensive renovation in Europe and sustainable construction outside Europe.

At the heart of the event, the International Club (Hall 7.3) stands out as the preferred meeting point for international visitors. This spacious and welcoming area, spanning over 200 square meters, is designed primarily to offer them a personalized welcome and foster networking among the numerous delegations in attendance. Also open to exhibitors, the Club offers a dedicated speaking program, transforming this meeting place into a true hub for strategic exchanges.

RENODAYS joins Paris Builders Show for 2 days (September 28 and 29) and becomes an annual event.

Renovation is emerging as a major challenge for the building sector. By integrating the RENODAYS Forum and making it an annual event, Paris Builders Show 2026 affirms its commitment to giving this strategic market its rightful place.

By placing residents at the heart of each project, RENODAYS promotes a vision of renovation that is social, innovative, and strategic, capable of creating long-term value while adapting to new lifestyles. To achieve this, it will address a wide range of topics, including: energy performance; comfort in living and working spaces; quality of use and health in buildings; adaptation of housing and spaces; property value and management; digital technology, data, and circularity.

The RENODAYS Forum will rely on interactive and high value-added speaking formats (workshops, masterclasses, Renotalks, renovation café) and will bring together around fifty exhibitors in the heart of Pavilion 7.1 on September 28 and 29.

Note that European issues will also be addressed following the meetings and conferences organised during the Builders Roadshow.

Rethinking, Restoring, Reinventing: Buildings in motion, serving the future

Paris Builders Show 2026 is establishing itself as the catalyst for a renewed vision: that of a "building in motion." More than just a structure, construction becomes a living flow that evolves with its environment and its users. This cross-cutting vision is based on three strategic pillars to guide the industry towards a sustainable and agile transformation.

• Rethink

Rethinking construction in light of the new challenges of the sector: digitalization, data-driven management, evolution of construction methods, transformation of professions, responsibilities and governance.

• Restore

Restoring existing structures by making renovation a central lever for performance and sustainability. Energy renovation, circular economy, reuse, preservation and transmission of heritage are key themes of this focus area, reinforced by the integration of the RENODAYS Forum.

• Reinvent

Reinventing building models, uses and narratives through committed architecture, responsible design and new ways of living, in line with societal, cultural and generational expectations.

A promising 2026 edition

In 2024, the BATIMAT, IDÉOBAIN, INTERCLIMA trade fairs confirmed their major role for the industry with a 15% increase in attendance, including more than 25.000 international visitors. This momentum is confirmed for 2026, with nearly 1.000 exhibitors already registered to date[1] across the 4 events, with RENODAYS joining the 3 historical trade fairs.

• The BATIMAT trade show, along with EQUIPBAIE, organized by RX France in Halls 1, 4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6, and 7.2, has 686 exhibitors, including 227 new exhibitors and 343 international exhibitors (50%). 70% of the BATIMAT exhibition space is already sold. Specifically regarding EQUIPBAIE, located in Halls 4, 5.2, 5.3, and 6, 247 exhibitors have confirmed their attendance, including 59 new exhibitors and 133 international exhibitors (46%). 75% of the exhibition space is therefore already occupied.
• The IDÉOBAIN trade fair, organized by RX France and Afisb[2] in Hall 7.2, has registered 82 exhibitors, including 42 new and 57 international exhibitors (70%). 20 Afisb members are among the exhibitors. 75% of the exhibition space is already booked.
• The INTERCLIMA trade fair, organized by RX France and UNICLIMA[3] in Hall 7.3, features 208 exhibitors, including 64 newcomers and 104 international exhibitors (50%). 23 UNICLIMA members are among the exhibitors. 78% of the exhibition space is sold.
• The RENODAYS Forum, the newest addition to the Paris Builders Show, is taking place for the first time in Hall 7.1 and is launching its sales campaign. It will host around fifty exhibitors and more than 120 presentations.

The Innovation Awards are evolving

The Innovation Awards, the largest innovation competition in Europe with nearly 300 applications received in 2024, continue their work of revealing trends and are renewing themselves thanks to the arrival of the RENODAYS Forum and the appearance of 2 new categories (Sun Protection and Electrical Equipment).

In 2026, the Innovation Awards will have 11 categories: Structural work, building envelope; Construction Tech®; Start-up, IT and new technologies; Construction machinery, tools, vehicles and equipment; Joinery and facade; Decarbonization; Interior & Design; Climate engineering; Tertiary/ Climate engineering; Bathroom; Solar protection; Electrical equipment.

Registration for all exhibitors at the BATIMAT, IDÉOBAIN, INTERCLIMA and RENODAYS Forum trade shows is now open until May 15, 2026. A jury of experts will meet in June to select the winners.

A press-dating event will be held on July 2nd in Paris to allow the finalists to present their solutions to the media in advance.

At the exhibition halls, interactive kiosks will showcase innovations and new products across all pavilions through video pitches, downloadable descriptions, and more. The awards ceremony is scheduled for September 28th at the event.

Conviviality takes center stage

While the Paris Builders Show is a place for information and training, it is also a friendly space where participants have ample opportunity to meet and exchange ideas in more informal settings. It is in this spirit that the Builders Cafés, present at each show, were designed to encourage networking and coworking.

For refreshments and to continue discussions, visitors and exhibitors also have a wide range of options available, including outdoor cafes and food trucks, both inside and outside the venues.

Many institutions, organizations, media outlets... also take advantage of these 4 days to celebrate anniversaries, meet their members, and organize their assemblies.

And to facilitate the arrival of visitors, BATIMAT and INTERCLIMA are renewing the group train travel program departing from major provincial cities for more than 2.000 visitors.

[1] February 4, 2026

[2] Bathroom Industries Association

[3] Union of thermal, aeraulic and refrigeration industries