Special Events
Experience Connection & Inspiration
The International Roofing Expo offers a wealth of special events throughout the week, designed to create networking opportunities for you to mix and mingle with peers, colleagues, friends, mentors, and vendors from the roofing and exteriors industry.
Monday, January 19, 2026
17th Annual Community Service Day
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- Time: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
- Description: Help us revitalize Las Vegas homes and give back to the local community by participating in the 17th Annual Community Service Day Project. Volunteers will be donating their time to repair homes for low-income Las Vegas residents.
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Industry Outlook & Opportunities General Session
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM to 10:50 AM
- Panelists: McKay Daniels, Trent Cotney, Jill Bloom, Mitch Henderson, and Art Aisner
- Description: Join us for an illuminating exploration of the key insights, emerging trends, breakthrough products, and game-changing innovations that are shaping today's dynamic marketplace. Our panel will do a dive deep into the compelling data points that reveal exciting opportunities and provide strategic understanding of industry projections for residential and commercial roofing through 2026 and beyond. Space is limited, so seats will be given on a first-come-first-served basis.
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First-Time Attendees Reception
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
- Description: First time at IRE? Let's Deal You In! Ready to hit the jackpot at your first International Roofing Expo? Start your Vegas adventure at our exclusive First-Time Attendees Reception! This is your chance to connect with other first-timers who are just as excited as you are, build relationships that'll benefit your business long-term, learn how to navigate IRE like a seasoned pro, and take in the Las Vegas Strip from our prime location at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Don't miss this must-attend event to jumpstart your IRE journey and feel confident before you hit the show floor!
Followed by the Welcome Party: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Welcome Party
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Description: Network and engage with industry professionals. More details to come!
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Tomorrow’s Roofing Leaders Compete Today: The Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition
- Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Admission: FREE
- Description: The Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition is more than a showcase—it’s a front-row seat to the future of our industry. This annual signature event challenges students to demonstrate their roofing knowledge, master project planning and excel under pressure. By attending, you’re not only supporting students, you’re also investing in the next generation of roofing professionals.
NRCA Awards Ceremony & Cocktail Reception (SOLD OUT)
- Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Description: Join us at this NRCA special event, where we celebrate and formally acknowledge our esteemed winners from the roofing and exteriors industry.
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