Events
Schedule at a Glance
Learn. Connect. Explore.
HPBExpo27 is your one-stop destination for education, networking, and new innovations in hearth, barbecue, and outdoor living. Kick off Wednesday, March 3 with pre-show certification, training, Retailer Roundtables, and evening receptions. Then step onto the show floor Thursday, March 4 – Saturday, March 6 for Indoor & Outdoor Exhibits featuring the newest products, live experiences, and unbeatable networking opportunities.
Plan your visit now and check back for updates as we add to this schedule!
| Wednesday, March 3 | |||
| 7:30 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Onsite Registration & Badge Pick-up |
| 7:30 AM | – | 5:30 PM | Coat Check Open |
| 8:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Certification Review Courses & Exams |
| 8:00 AM | – | 10:00 AM | HPBA Gas & Solid Fuel Hearth Appliance Manufacturer Update Meeting |
| 8:30 AM | – | 10:30 AM | HPBA Affiliate Leaders Meeting & Training |
| 10:00 AM | – | 2:00 PM | Manufacturer Training Sessions |
| 10:30 AM | – | 2:00 PM | Government Affairs Leadership Academy |
| 10:30 AM | – | 2:30 PM | HPBA Board of Directors Meeting |
| 2:30 PM | – | 4:00 PM | Vent-Free Product Subsection (Vent-Free Alliance) Meeting |
| 2:30 PM | – | 4:30 PM | Retailer Roundtables – HPBA Members Only |
| 5:00 PM | – | 9:30 PM | HPBA Affiliate & HPBAC Receptions |
| Thursday, March 4 | |||
| 7:30 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Onsite Registration & Badge Pick-up |
| 7:30 AM | – | 6:30 PM | Coat Check Open |
| 8:30 AM | – | 10:00 AM | Opening Session |
| 8:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Certification Review Courses/Exams |
| 10:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Exhibits Open |
| 10:30 AM | – | 4:00 PM | Expo Education – Show Floor Sessions |
| 10:30 AM | – | 4:00 PM | Manufacturer Training Sessions |
| 5:00 PM | – | 7:00 PM | HPBExpo Industry Party |
| 7:00 PM | – | 12:00 AM | Manufacturer Ancillary Events |
| Friday, March 5 | |||
| 7:30 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Onsite Registration & Badge Pick-up |
| 7:30 AM | – | 7:30 PM | Coat Check Open |
| 8:00 AM | – | 4:00 PM | Manufacturer Training Sessions |
| 8:00 AM | – | 3:00 PM | Certification Exams |
| 10:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Exhibits Open |
| 10:30 AM | – | 4:15 PM | Expo Education – Show Floor Sessions |
| 12:00 PM | – | 4:00 PM | Outdoor Burn Biergarten Open |
| 5:00 PM | – | 7:00 PM | Ultimate Awards Show & Cocktail Reception |
| TBD PM | – | TBD PM | Karaoke Party |
| Saturday, March 6 | |||
| 7:30 AM | – | 12:00 PM | Onsite Registration & Badge Pick-up |
| 7:30 AM | – | 1:30 PM | Coat Check Open |
| 8:00 AM | – | 2:00 PM | Manufacturer Training Sessions |
| 10:00 AM | – | 1:00 PM | Exhibits Open |
| 10:15 AM | – | 12:50 PM | Expo Education – Show Floor Sessions |
| Updated May 18, 2026 | |||
| All days and times are tentative, and subject to change. | |||
Are You Interested in Holding a Meeting or Event in Conjunction with HPBExpo?
HPBExpo is HPBA’s exciting and award-winning annual trade show that provides synergies between various stakeholders and attendee groups throughout the hearth, barbecue, and outdoor living industries. HPBA works with a variety of organizations who wish to hold meetings or events in conjunction with HPBExpo, the week of March 3-6, 2027.
HPBA has an Ancillary Meetings & Events policy with specific guidelines for any approved meetings held in conjunction with HPBExpo. Please review closely and submit your request early. Requests will be managed on a case-by-case basis.