Special Events
KBIS is excited to offer a collection of special events, catering to a wide variety of interests and specialties.
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NKBA Design + Industry Awards
Monday, Feb. 1 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM | Encore Theatre @ The Wynn | Ticketed Event
Kick off KBIS 2027 with the prestigious NKBA Professional Design Awards, featuring a new venue and an entirely new experience–plus a major announcement about the future of NKBA and whole-home design. This semi-formal affair, with pop-up entertainment, prizes, and surprise guests is a must-attend event!
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DCW Opening Ceremonies
Tuesday, Feb. 2 | 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Westgate – Lobby Level – Paradise Event Center | Open to All
Kevin O’Leary, Star of ABC’s Shark Tank, is bringing his straight-shooting business expertise to the NKBA Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® as the headliner for the Design & Construction Week® Opening Ceremonies. The serial entrepreneur, investor and venture capitalist has built and sold billion-dollar businesses, invested in companies across virtually every sector and become one of the world’s most recognizable business personalities. Get ready for candid insights into entrepreneurship, investing, leadership, growth and what it takes to turn a big idea into a profitable business.
NKBA State of the Association/State of the Industry
Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 8:30 – 10:30 AM | N109 – N112 at LVCC | Open to All
Join NKBA Global President & CEO Bill Darcy for his annual membership address. Then stay for the State of the Industry (SOI), featuring insights from a prominent industry thought-leader.
Shark Bites Networking Event
Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Ticketed Event | Price: $0 – $50
Are you a manufacturer representative looking for profitable new lines to represent? This exclusive networking luncheon is designed strictly for manufacturer reps to connect directly with leading manufacturers who are actively seeking sales representation for their products.
The Bash
Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM | XS Nightclub at The Wynn | Ticketed Event
Celebrate in style at NKBA’s Bash at the elegant XS Nightclub. Join fellow KBIS attendees for a night filled with fun, music, and, of course, dancing. You deserve it! Doors open at 8:00 pm. All guests must be 21 years of age to enter.
IBS Closing Concert
Thursday, Feb. 4 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Las Vegas Convention Center | Ticketed Event
Close out an unforgettable week in Las Vegas at the IBS Closing Concert! Celebrate with an exciting night of live music and entertainment as part of the Builders’ Show. Stay tuned — the headlining artist will be announced soon! This event sells out, so don’t wait — get your ticket now!