30 Years Of Connection: Get Ready For Traders Market 2026
Traders Market is just around the corner, returning Nov. 4–6 in Anaheim, California, and this year’s event is bringing the lumber and building materials industry together for a milestone celebration.
For 30 years, Traders Market has been where professionals from across the North American supply chain come together to build relationships, strengthen partnerships and create new business opportunities. As the only event that brings the entire lumber and building materials supply chain together under one roof, Traders Market continues to be a place where the industry connects, collaborates and does business face-to-face.
Whether you’re a longtime attendee or joining us for the first time, here’s what to look forward to at Traders Market 2026.
Celebrating 30 Years of Connection
Thirty years is a milestone worth celebrating, and Traders Market has always been about the people and relationships that make the industry what it is.
Since 1996, the event has brought together professionals from across the supply chain, creating opportunities to meet new partners, reconnect with customers and strengthen relationships that extend well beyond the tradeshow floor.
This year, we’re celebrating that legacy while looking ahead to what’s next. With both NAWLA members and non-members invited to attend, Traders Market 2026 is opening the door to even more of the industry, creating a broader marketplace for ideas, conversations and business opportunities.
The Entire Industry, All in One Place
From mills and manufacturers to wholesalers, distributors, importers, exporters, retailers, service providers and industry partners, this year’s Traders Market will bring together the people and companies that keep the lumber and building materials industry moving.
The depth of that representation is significant. Companies confirmed to attend include:
Attendees
• BlueLinx
• FCTG
• Ganahl Lumber
• LBM Advantage
• McCoy’s
• Specialty Building Products
Exhibitors
• Arauco
• Boise Cascade
• Canfor
• Hampton
• Interfor
• Sierra Pacific
• Simpson Strong-Tie
• Teal Jones
• Weyerhaeuser
Together, these companies alone represent nearly 25 billion board feet in annual production and more than $25 billion in distribution sales — and they are just a portion of the more than 200 exhibitors and 1,200 attendees expected at Traders Market 2026.
And this year, the invitation extends across the broader industry, welcoming professionals from sectors beyond traditional lumber wholesalers and manufacturers, including:
• CLT
• Component manufacturing
• Co-ops and buying groups
• EWP/OSB
• Framers
• Jobbers
• Mass timber manufacturing and distribution
• Multifamily wholesalers
• Retail distributors
• Truss and wall panel manufacturing and distribution
• Value-added manufacturing
That breadth of representation makes Traders Market truly unique: it brings the entire supply chain together in one place, creating more opportunities to meet prospective customers, reconnect with long-term business partners and expand your professional network.
And with nine hours of dedicated tradeshow floor time, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to explore exhibitors, discover new products and services and have the conversations that can lead to what’s next for your business.
More Than a Tradeshow Floor
While the tradeshow floor is at the heart of Traders Market, the opportunities to connect don’t stop when the floor closes.
Throughout the week, attendees can participate in networking receptions, committee and 10 Group meetings, connect with NAWLA leadership and volunteers and continue conversations with peers from across the industry.
These informal moments are often where some of the most valuable connections happen. Whether you’re catching up with a longtime customer over a drink, meeting someone new between meetings or sitting down with an industry peer to exchange ideas, Traders Market creates space for relationships to grow.
Insights for Today’s Business Environment
Traders Market isn’t just about who you meet; it’s also about what you take back with you.
On Thursday, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from industry leaders during the featured education session. The session will explore the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping today’s business environment, with practical insights you can bring back to your organization.
As market conditions continue to evolve, staying informed and learning from professionals who understand the realities of the industry can help you approach what’s next with greater perspective.
Make the Most of Anaheim
When the day’s meetings and networking wind down, there’s plenty to explore in Anaheim.
Located just steps from Disneyland, the destination offers plenty of opportunities to extend your stay and make the most of your trip. From restaurants and shopping to beaches and other Southern California attractions, Anaheim provides a setting where you can mix business with a little fun.
Whether you’re grabbing dinner with colleagues, exploring the area with family or simply taking some time to recharge, there’s plenty to experience beyond the event.
30 Years In, the Relationships Still Matter
After three decades, the industry has changed, but one thing hasn’t: relationships remain at the center of the business.
Traders Market continues to provide something technology can’t fully replace: the opportunity to sit across the table from a customer, shake hands with a new partner, exchange ideas with a peer and have the conversations that move business forward.
As we celebrate 30 years of Traders Market, we’re looking forward to creating the next generation of those connections.
Get Ready for Traders Market 2026
Whether you’re looking to grow your customer base, meet new business partners, stay informed on industry trends or reconnect with the people who make the industry what it is, Traders Market is the place to do it.
Join us Nov. 4–6 in Anaheim as we celebrate 30 years of bringing the lumber and building materials industry together — and look ahead to the relationships and opportunities that will shape the next 30.
Register today for NAWLA Traders Market 2026 and make plans to be part of this milestone event. Visit NAWLA.org/Events/TradersMarket to learn more and register.
We’ll see you in Anaheim!
