At METALCON, connections are paramount. Known as the place to meet the “Who’s Who” of the metal construction and design industry, this year’s show offers more ways than ever to network and build meaningful relationships. From Speed Networking, and the Welcome Party to Oktoberfest Happy Hours, Metal & Mimosas (a women’s exclusive event) and Future Leaders, the opportunities are endless.
New this year — don’t miss the Valley of Fire off-site excursion and the Stock Car Pit Crew Challenge sponsored by MetalForming, both designed to bring fun and collaboration to the forefront. Whether on or off the show floor, METALCON’s networking opportunities are your chance to connect, share ideas, and spark innovation across every corner of the industry. Read on for details, and note that some events require pre-registration as space is limited.
METALCON Networking Events
Welcome Party
The first day of the show wraps up with a Welcome Party in the Exhibit Hall! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet industry colleagues and make new connections. Any interaction can spark new innovative conversations and ideas!
Date: Tuesday, October 21
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: METALCON Exhibit Hall @ The Deck (Booth #4000)
Cost: Complimentary with METALCON registration
No registration required, just stop by!
Speed Networking
Fast track your networking! Back by popular demand, Speed Networking is an extremely time-saving and effective way of making professional contacts and expanding your network. Connect with potential partners, clients, and peers in a fun, fast-paced environment and form connections that can lead to future opportunities. Pre-registration is required.
Date: Tuesday, October 21
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: METALCON Exhibit Hall – Main Theatre
Cost: Complimentary with METALCON registration
Pre-registration required, click here.
Women in Metal Construction: METAL & MIMOSAS!
Calling all women in the metal construction industry! Before you head into the METALCON Exhibit Hall Tuesday morning, come for a morning filled with the perfect blend of breakfast, networking and discussion. Gather alongside fellow inspiring women who are shaping the industry and join this supportive community that encourages women’s success. We are delighted to welcome Jennifer Wilkerson with the NCCER, as she presents “Building Our Tomorrow: Women in the Skilled Trades.”
Date: Tuesday, October 21
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 AM
Location: LVCC Meeting Room S229
Cost: +$25 includes breakfast, mimosas, networking, and a special presentation
*Space is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pre-registration required, click here. Special note: You have to be registered to attend METALCON. Click here to register for METALCON 2025 and get your badge number.
Future Leaders
Future Leaders of METALCON is a program for rising stars, management trainees, apprentices and others, roughly ages 40 and under, ready to take their career to the next level. METALCON is your gateway to unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, networking, and education. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your career and connect with the future leaders of metal construction. Be part of the next generation shaping the industry at METALCON 2025!
Click here to view your specially curated agenda. And join us for the exclusive Future Leaders Happy Hour on Wednesday, October 22 starting at 4:00 PM in The Backyard (Booth #1086).
No registration required, just stop by!
Register now and save $50 today with promo code FLMC for registrants 40 and under.
OKTOBERFEST Happy Hours!
An annual METALCON tradition! All three days, visit participating exhibiting booths throughout the exhibit hall to celebrate this beloved holiday with a cold beer. Prost!
Oktoberfest Schedule click here.
No registration required, just stop by.
Valley of Fire Off-Site Excursion
Discover the natural beauty beyond the Vegas Strip, support local veterans, and kick off METALCON 2025 with purpose. Embark on a memorable half-day adventure through the awe-inspiring Valley of Fire, led by Corporal Adam Bautz, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), founder and lead guide of Outdoor Travel Tours, and proud graduate of The Semper Fi & Americas Fund Apprenticeship Program, which helped launch his thriving outdoor adventure business. This adventure will be tailored for METALCON guests of all abilities, following custom routes created by Corporal Bautz himself — an experience designed to inspire, educate and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Date: Monday, October 20 *Note: This is a pre-show event.*
Time: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Valley of Fire (Charter bus pickup and drop off from the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center)
Cost: $110 per person paid directly to METALCON during registration ($50 from each tour registration will be donated to Semper Fi & Americas Fund)
Pre-registration required, click here.
Giving Back to Las Vegas Veterans
This year – Two Powerful Ways to Make an Impact!
METALCON is proud to continue its partnership with Semper Fi & America’s Fund, a non-profit dedicated to providing urgently needed resources and financial support to critically wounded, ill, and injured members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Your donation of any amount enters you for a chance to win one of several unique prizes! Make a donation online or in person at The Deck (Booth #4000).
And, in partnership with the Military Warriors Support Foundation, we’re also collecting donations to support “Eagles Landing” — a 2,500+ sq. ft. steel frame being built LIVE on the show floor for a Barndominium which will become a permanent retreat for veterans in Montana.
Two missions. One goal: Give back to those who’ve given everything.
*CHECK + RAFFLE PRIZE PRESENTATION*
Date: Thursday, October 23
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: METALCON Exhibit Hall @ The Deck (Booth #4000)
Cost: Complimentary with METALCON registration
Donate today, click here.
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