Hardscape North America 2026 delivers new ways to connect and learn while showcasing the latest Industry innovations

Registration is open for the 20th anniversary show, October 20-22, 2027, featuring a new exhibit hall and room to grow.

From discovering and testing the latest products and equipment to gaining practical skills, exchanging ideas with fellow contractors and celebrating outstanding industry achievements, Hardscape North America (HNA) 2026 offered something for every corner of the hardscape industry. Held October 21-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, this year's show brought together contractors, dealers, manufacturers and other industry professionals for three days of product discovery, hands-on learning, networking and inspiration.

This year’s show introduced several new opportunities for attendees to connect, learn and make the most of their HNA experience. The new Ask the Contractor Coffee Corner gave attendees an informal setting to connect with experienced contractors, ask questions and exchange ideas with peers facing many of the same challenges in the field. Attendees also had a chance to try their luck at the Cash Grab Cube, taking home cash prizes.

Education continued to be a major part of the HNA experience, with opportunities designed for a variety of learning styles and professional needs. Contractors could take pre-show installer courses to earn industry certifications, participate in interactive contractor roundtables, attend traditional classroom sessions and workshops or get up close with the latest techniques during the outdoor hardscape demonstrations. HNA also piloted a new live translation service, allowing attendees to experience select education sessions and hardscape demonstrations in their preferred language.

The HNA VIP Pass also proved popular, offering all-access entry to HNA education sessions, workshops and demonstrations. As an added benefit for the first time this year, VIP Pass purchasers received two weeks of complimentary access to recordings of the educational programming, giving them an opportunity to revisit sessions and catch up on anything they missed or share expert knowledge with their teams.

Competition and industry excellence were also in the spotlight during the National Installer Championship competition. Flat Creek Landscaping earned the title of HNA 2026 National Champions – and more than $13,000 in cash and equipment prizes, followed by College of DuPage in second, Town & Country in third and Surfaces Group in fourth. The competition put the skills, speed, precision and craftsmanship of some of the industry's top installation teams on display.

The 2026 Hardscape North America Awards celebrated outstanding residential and commercial hardscape projects, recognizing contractors, producers, designers and other industry professionals from across North America for their exceptional work and contributions to advancing the industry. This year's competition featured 135 project submissions from 25 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces, representing more than 2.2 million square feet of hardscape work.

"HNA continues to create opportunities for our industry to learn from one another, showcase exceptional work and build connections that move the hardscape industry forward," said Bob Thomas, President & CEO of the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA), which produces HNA. "We're already looking ahead to next year and an exciting milestone for the show."

Registration is now open for Hardscape North America 2027, taking place October 20-22. The 2027 event will mark HNA's 20th anniversary and bring another major change: the show will move into a brand-new exhibit hall at the Kentucky Exposition Center, creating room for continued growth and an expanded show experience.

As HNA celebrates 20 years of bringing the hardscape industry together, attendees and exhibitors can look forward to even more opportunities to connect, discover new products and ideas and grow their businesses.

For registration and the latest show information, visit HardscapeNA.com.

HNA is produced by the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) and is endorsed by the Brick Industry Association (BIA) and Natural Stone Institute (NSI). Platinum sponsor: Belgard. Gold sponsors: iQ Power Tools, Landmark Ceramics and Nicolock Paving Stones & Retaining Walls. Silver sponsor: Keystone Hardscapes and My Salesman. Bronze sponsor: Range Outdoor Living.

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About Hardscape North America

Hardscape North America (HNA) is THE hardscape show for contractors and dealers/distributors. Its focus is to bring top-notch education including certification courses, products and technology to contractors and installers who build segmental pavements and retaining walls and to provide networking opportunities. HNA features indoor and outdoor exhibits displaying state-of-the-art tools and products and trade show floor demonstrations and offers the latest technology for contractors and dealers. To learn more about HNA, visit HardscapeNA.com or call (888) 580-9960. The show is produced by the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association and co-located with Equip Exposition.

About CMHA

The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) represents the manufacturers, suppliers and professionals behind concrete masonry, segmental concrete pavements, manufactured stone veneer, segmental retaining walls and other hardscape systems across the US and Canada. CMHA serves as a central resource for the industry, supporting its members through education, technical guidance, research, advocacy, industry expertise and collaboration. For more information, visit CMHA.org.