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Expo & Conference: Nov. 17–19, 2026
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Education

Decking & Outdoor Living Education

Explore a diverse array of educational options tailored to you, including hands-on demos, full-day seminars, certifications, and classroom learning, all designed to enrich your experience. The in-depth conference program for this year’s show is packed full of learning opportunities so that YOU can be ready to take your business to the next level

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2025 Educational Tracks

Business

This conference track focuses on management, marketing and leadership development for industry professionals.

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Outdoor Living

Featuring functional design concepts on how to create an outdoor oasis, and working with high end clients to make their landscaping dreams come true.

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Explore Diverse Training Options

Core Conference

Take your business to the next level with 45+ in-depth decking and outdoor living training sessions. And thanks to our wide variety of education tracks, our conference program can be tailored to meet your specific needs! 

Included with Core Conference Passes or Day Passes

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Show Floor Education

From general business and marketing classes to panel discussions and live demos the show floor is packed with a large selection of education for all attendees. Look for show floor pavilions like the Outdoor Living Stage, the Expo Stage, the Retail Innovation Zone, and more.

Included with all pass types (Expo Pass, Core Conference Pass, and Day Pass)

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Decks Done Done Right

Hosted by Simpson Strong-Tie, Decks Done Right covers everything from footings, post bases, and beams to corrosion and pressure treated wood!

Included with Expo Passes

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An All-Access Pass to Deck Expo Education

Sign up for a Conference Pass to unlock some of the industries best education, given by experts with years of experience in the field.

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Join Us in New Orleans!

Be among the first to hear about updates for Deck Expo 2026, including educational sessions, speakers, pre-conference offerings, suppliers/manufacturers, networking opportunities, and more.

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Ready to Dive Deeper?

Register now, or view this year's pass types to learn how you can grow your business, connect with the outdoor living community, source effective products, and make the most of Deck Expo!

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