Pool Spa Patio Expo 2026 Brings Industry Innovation to New Orleans this November

Three-day event connects pool, spa, and outdoor living professionals in the South's expanding market for networking, innovation, and business growth

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Spa Patio Expo returns to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, November 17-19, 2026, bringing the pool and spa industry’s most comprehensive trade show and conference to the nation’s fastest-growing construction market.

In partnership with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the event delivers business development, product discovery, and professional advancement to industry professionals capitalizing on the South's continued dominance in new housing starts, and population growth.

"The Southern market represents the epicenter of growth in the construction industry right now," says Dana Hicks, Group Director, Pool Spa Patio Expo, co-located with Deck Expo. "We strategically positioned this year's event to serve professionals who are experiencing increased demand. With manufacturers showcasing the newest products, high-quality education, and the new Investor Summit, attendees will leave with the tools, connections, and insights they need to operate a thriving business."

The Complete Outdoor Living Ecosystem Under One Roof

Co-located with Deck Expo, Pool Spa Patio Expo 2026 brings together every segment of the outdoor living industry, offering attendees access to:

• 350+ exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations across 35+ product categories
• 45+ expert-led educational sessions across five specialized tracks: Business, Design/Construction, Service, Outdoor Living, and Retail
• Pre-conference certification opportunities with industry-leading associations including PHTA and GENESIS^®
  
  

To attend the industry-leading event, please register at www.poolspapatio.com.

World-Class Education

Pool Spa Patio Expo's conference education features five comprehensive tracks, selected by an advisory panel of industry experts. Attendees can choose from various learning formats including hands-on demonstrations, full-day seminars, professional certifications, and interactive classroom sessions led by professionals showcasing tools, processes and sharing insights.

New to the 2026 Event

• Day One Keynote: Dive Into PHTA’s National Consumer Awareness Campaign: Pools transform lives by bringing families together, supporting health and wellness, building community, and creating lasting memories. PHTA is launching its first national consumer awareness campaign to tell this story on an unprecedented scale. This groundbreaking initiative will create demand, shift public perception, and provide every industry professional with a powerful national platform to engage with.
• Investor Summit: The Investor Summit will convene business owners, active investors, M&A advisors, and industry peers for candid conversations about the forces reshaping the industry and the opportunities they create. Designed for leaders at critical decision points, the summit provides essential insights to help attendees make informed, strategic decisions about their business future in today's evolving market landscape.
  
  

$25,000 Pool Nation World Championship

The Pool Nation World Championships for Repair Techs is the first-ever national competition designed to showcase the skills, speed, and expertise of the top pool repair technicians.

350+ Exhibitors Displaying Sought-After Products

The Pool Spa Patio Expo 2026 show floor opens November 17-19, featuring thousands of innovative products from must-see suppliers across the pool, spa, patio, and deck industries. From advanced pool equipment and automation technologies to stunning water features and sustainable materials, attendees will discover everything needed to stay competitive and exceed evolving customer expectations.

Manufacturers signed up to showcase products and solutions at Pool Spa Patio Expo include POOLCORP, Biolab, Pool Brain, Lyon Financial, Heritage Pool Supply Group, Fluidra (exhibiting as trackr iO), HFS Financial, among hundreds of others.

New First Look Pavilion

New for 2026: The First Look Pavilion will showcase cutting-edge products and services from emerging companies, giving attendees exclusive first access to the next generation of industry innovation before it hits the mainstream market.

Connect with Industry Leaders

Pool Spa Patio Expo 2026 delivers multiple high-value networking opportunities designed to build lasting industry connections:

• Welcome Party: November 17, 6:00-8:00 PM at Generations Hall. The event, sponsored by HFS Financial, invites participants to celebrate the event and forge meaningful connections with the pool and spa community.
• PHTA WAVE Young Professionals Education Session and Happy Hour: Designed for professionals under 40 to network, share ideas, and collaborate with the industry's emerging leaders
  
  

Register Today to Join Us in New Orleans

Registration is open for Pool Spa Patio Expo 2026. Visit www.poolspapatio.com to register, explore the full event schedule, and view the exhibitor list.

About Pool Spa Patio Expo 

The Pool Spa Patio Expo, co-located with Deck Expo, is where all segments of the industry (pool, spa, patio, decking, and outdoor living) gather to stay well-informed of the trends, market directions, and technology. The event offers industry professionals a large selection of educational sessions, an expo hall, and various networking opportunities. The event partners with The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) as the official Show Sponsor, GENESIS^® as the official Show Endorser, Pool and Spa News (PSN) as the official Show Publication; Pool Magazine is the digital media brand. Pool Spa Patio Expo is part of the Construction by Informa portfolio. For more information, visit www.poolspapatio.com. 

About Construction by Informa 

Construction by Informa is the world-leading B2B event producer serving the global construction and infrastructure industry, valued at over $2 trillion. With ten market leading events and conferences across the United States, and multiple trusted media brands, we connect professionals in residential and commercial construction sectors. The construction portfolio is organized by Informa, the world's leading exhibitions organizer that brings a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com. 

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