Your Guide to KBIS 2026
This is a hub page for all things KBIS 2026. Check here for regular updates on registration deals, exciting awards events, new exhibitors, special show areas and engaging stage programming. Click HERE to register – can’t wait to see you there!
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Photo credits: Lisa Maksoudian, Design by Ebony, Laura Metzler Photography, Debbie Walton Photography, c2s & Cybelle Codish
KBIS 2026 Attendees Build Excitement for the Upcoming Show
Mainly, I’m curious to see developments in tech when it comes to kitchens and cooking, and I’m excited to see wellness updates and new developments in accessible design and accommodations. Ariana Lovato, Founder & Principal Designer, Honeycomb Home Design
I always enjoy the networking opportunities and meeting the new class of NKBA Thirty Under 30s. And of course, I am looking forward to taking more #EbonyTheBathtubLady pictures in Orlando. Ebony Stephenson, CLIPP, CAPS, President, Designs by Ebony LLC
I’m especially looking forward to conversations around sustainable materials that are actually stylish and real-life smart home solutions – those that make both our clients and our teams’ lives easier. Morgan Molitor, Founder & Creative Director, construction2style
I’m always inspired by innovative lighting solutions for bathrooms and kitchens where technology and beauty meet to transform spaces. Armina Kasprowicz, Owner, Armina Interiors
Meeting up with my colleagues and developing new trade relationships each year is invaluable. KBIS is an industry show that elevates my business and creativity like no other. Sheryl Steinberg, LEED GA, President, Sheryl Steinberg Interior Design
I am looking forward to discovering hidden gems – new product launches, materials and makers I can spec in real projects. I will also be on the lookout for healthy home and sustainability stories. Julee Ireland, Interior Design Architect, TV host & founder of Renovation School
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Voices from the Industry to Offer Focused Education at KBIS 2026
NKBA’s venerable Voices From the Industry Conference at KBIS 2026, from Feb. 17 to 19, promises an efficient and streamlined experience with fresh new topics and sessions, as well as returning favorites. The next edition features seven course tracks: Building & Remodeling, Leadership & Management, Design, K&B Trends, Marketing and two new categories: Technology and Sustainability.
KBIS Announces Innovation Hour for Brands in 2026
KBIS has announced a brand new program to spotlight exhibitor excellence: Innovation Hour, a fast-paced, design-forward “show + tell” session that highlights emerging materials, product features and design details that are quietly shaping the future of kitchen and bath spaces. An invitation to be creative, this editorial event will feature up to eight live presentations detailing new-to-market or under-the-radar innovation that deserves more attention – whether it’s a new finish, a clever use case or a sustainable material. While “newness” is always something to celebrate at KBIS, this format is designed to widen the spotlight to include the many noteworthy products and minds that deserve to shine.
2026 Best of KBIS Now Open for Entries
The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show has opened applications for the premier awards program, Best of KBIS, that will spotlight industry excellence in 2026. Sponsored by LUXE Interiors + Design, this long-standing program has recently expanded in step with the design landscape to recognize the achievements of those pushing the kitchen and bath space forward. The submission portal is open with purchase and the deadline to submit is Nov. 21, 2025. Finalists will be announced in early 2026, while winners will be announced live at the show during an awards ceremony on NEXTStage on Feb. 18, 2026, from 4-5 pm.
2026 Best of KBIS Categories
- Style Statement: Kitchen ○ Products submitted to this category should focus on aesthetic value, favoring new finishes/colors, artistic collaborations and other key style features in the kitchen – both indoor and outdoor.
- Style Statement: Bathroom ○ Products submitted to this category should focus on aesthetic value, favoring new finishes/colors, artistic collaborations and other key style features in the bath – both indoor and out.
- Sustainable Standout ○ This category will be judged for eco-friendly properties, i.e. energy or water conservation, carbon neutral manufacturing processes or recycled components.
- Wellness Trailblazer ○ Standouts for wellness should deliver benefits to mental or physical well-being, including stress relief or connection to nature.
- Game-Changing Innovation ○ Game-changing innovators should show new-to-market technology, new ways to manufacture materials, new-to-category advancements or any take on “new.”
- Most Functional Find ○ This category will look for functional benefits (particularly multi-functional use-cases), longevity and value relative to price point.
- Best in Show ○ Put simply, this award will honor the best all-around product.
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Registration Now Open for KBIS 2026 to be Held in Orlando, Florida
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) opens registration today for the 2026 show, which will take place February 17-19 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Registration for KBIS 2026 can be found here, and during the month of September, NKBA members can register for free. Find more information on registration here. The largest North American trade expo and professional networking event for the $235 billion kitchen and bath industry is back in Orlando after three years in Las Vegas. KBIS, owned by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and produced by Emerald Expositions, returns to the East Coast to connect architects, builders and designers from all over the country with top brands and innovators from all over the world. The 2026 show comes after a booming 2025 show in Vegas, solidifying it as the epicenter of industry momentum.
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KBIS 2026 Call for Presenters Is Open
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show is once again issuing an open call for presenters on the NEXTStage and the LUXURY Lounge, the show floor’s hubs for dynamic discussions that inspire the industry. Across three days of engaging keynotes, candid conversations and lively panels, NEXTStage and LUXURY Lounge bring together influential voices from every corner of the architecture and design world. In 2026, speakers will share their expertise and fresh perspectives across all facets of the industry:
- Design Inspiration: Bold ideas, fresh aesthetics, and creative solutions shaping tomorrow’s spaces
- Business Trends: Real-world strategies, lessons learned, and insider insights from industry leaders
- Luxury Topics: High-end design trends, premium materials, and elevated experiences that define the cutting edge of kitchen and bath space
- Sustainability: Innovations that put people and the planet first, featuring healthy, human-centric, and eco-smart design
- Technology: The latest in AI, smart home advancements, and digital tools transforming design
- Wellness: Design strategies that promote health, comfort, and well-being
Submit an application HERE!
DCW Opening Ceremonies
Kick off KBIS and Design & Construction Week with keynote speaker, Emmitt Smith!
Open to all KBIS registrants
Tuesday, February 17 | 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Valencia Ballroom – Orange County Convention Center
Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, Emmitt Smith, a professional football icon and one of the greatest to ever play the game, is the headliner for the Design & Construction Week® Opening Ceremonies. As an entrepreneur, Smith runs several companies spanning real estate, construction and technology. He brings his experience and knowledge as a motivational speaker to the stage to kick off KBIS.
In his 15 seasons as a running back in the National Football League, Smith’s impressive resume includes three Super Bowl championship rings, his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010, his 2019 selection to the NFL 100 All-Time Team (a prestigious list honoring the best players of the NFL’s first 100 years), an eight-time Pro Bowler, first player in NFL history to rush for more than 1,000 yards in 11 consecutive seasons and to surpass Walter Payton as the NFL’s all-time leading rusher.
After his playing days, Smith served as a football analyst, won the third season of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars and authored Game On, outlining the principles that helped him succeed both on and off the field. Smith is an entrepreneur active in charitable outreach in the Dallas area and on a national level and NASCAR team co-owner, providing education opportunities and unique experiences for underserved youth, STEM education for lower-income communities and diversity and inclusion initiatives within the sport of NASCAR.
How to Participate: Open to all registered attendees. Doors open at 7 AM. Limited general seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Complimentary shuttle bus service is provided between all official Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) hotels and the Orange County Convention Center, except properties that are within walking distance.
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IBS Closing Concert Featuring Brothers Osborne
Thursday, February 19 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Valencia Ballroom – Orange County Convention Center
The IBS Closing Concert will feature Brothers Osborne, one of today’s most dynamic and acclaimed duos in country music. Known for their bold sound, heartfelt storytelling and high-energy performances, Brothers Osborne are set to deliver a show that blends modern edge with classic country roots.
Hailing from Deale, Maryland, brothers John and TJ Osborne grew up performing together and honing their craft, a shared passion that has propelled them onto the biggest stages in country music and beyond. With a working-class upbringing and a lifetime of music behind them, the siblings have built a reputation as one of the most consistently adventurous acts in the industry.
Their accolades speak volumes: 13 GRAMMY nominations, including a 2022 win for Best Country Duo/Group Performance with their moving anthem “Younger Me.” They are six-time CMA Vocal Duo of the Year winners, four-time ACM Duo of the Year winners and recipients of both the ASCAP Vanguard Award and multiple RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications. Their catalog has generated over 3.4 billion global streams, showcasing hits that resonate deeply with fans across genres.
A live performance by Brothers Osborne is not to be missed! Come early and grab a drink. Doors open at 5 PM. Artists take stage at 6PM. You must be registered for KBIS to attend this event. Find ticket information in the “How to Participate” section below.
This event sells out, so don’t wait — get your ticket now!
How to Participate: Tickets are required for this event. Tickets: $65 each. Tickets may be purchased online by adding them to your IBS registration. Tickets purchased on or before January 17, 2026, will be mailed. Tickets purchased between January 17, 2026, and February 14, 2026, must be picked up by the purchaser at the IBS Special Events Ticket counter in any IBS Registration Area between 7 AM and 5 PM beginning Sunday, February 15, 2026. Tickets will not be distributed to anyone other than the purchaser of record. A photo ID is required.
