2026 UMA Motorcoach EXPO Scheduled For February 11-14 In Birmingham, AL

The United Motorcoach Association’s (UMA) 2026 Motorcoach EXPO is set for February 11-14, at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, in Birmingham, AL. The event annually brings together bus and motorcoach professionals for networking events, educational sessions and to visit an exhibit hall featuring the latest in equipment, products, and services.

Other events include the annual UMA Active Member Meeting/Legislative & Regulatory Update, driver competition, maintenance interchange and competition, State Association Summit, and the UMA Awards Gala.

The 2026 UMA EXPO kicks off on Wednesday, February 11, with a Welcome Celebration — taking place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Topgolf Birmingham, located near the convention center.

“The kickoff at EXPO always feels like a reunion, and this year in Birmingham, we’re taking that feeling to Topgolf,” according to UMA. “The event promises to be a laid-back night of swings, laughs, and ‘fierce’ competition. The rooftop terrace offers firepits, and the heated hitting bays come with HDTVs, which are also available throughout the sports bar and restaurant.

“No knowledge of golf needed! Topgolf is for both novices and pros. It is an easy way to slide into EXPO week without diving straight into business mode. Bring a friend or your competitor, and your sense of humor; it’s going to be fun as we kick things off at UMA Motorcoach EXPO.”

Listed below is the 2026 UMA Motorcoach EXPO daily schedule. All dates, times and events are subject to change. All events will take place at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex unless otherwise noted:

Wednesday, February 11

Registration is open from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the registration concourse. The UMA State Association Summit will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. There will also be two UMA Concurrent Education Sessions on Wednesday. Times are 3 to 4 p.m. and 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

As mentioned, the UMA Welcome Celebration takes place at Topgolf Birmingham from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. All UMA EXPO attendees are invited.

Thursday, February 12

The day begins with registration from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the registration concourse. A UMA continental breakfast will be available from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at kiosks inside the convention center.

The UMA Maintenance Interchange is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Now in its 28th year, the event allows motorcoach owners, operators, and maintenance professionals to come together in an open forum to discuss maintenance problems they have faced, and to exchange solutions and ideas. Participants are encouraged to submit topics for discussion in advance. The Maintenance Interchange is an operator-to-operator exchange.

The first group of UMA Concurrent Education Sessions for Thursday is scheduled from 9 to 10 a.m. Also taking place during that time (9 to 10 a.m.) is the National Association of Motorcoach Operators (NAMO) Membership Meeting.
The second group of UMA Concurrent Education Sessions for Thursday is set for 10:10 to 11:10 a.m., while the third group of Sessions will be held from 11:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.

The UMA General Session Luncheon with Keynote Speaker is scheduled in the convention center’s ballroom from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m., followed by the fourth group of UMA Concurrent Education Sessions, from 2 to 3 p.m. This will soon be followed by the fifth group of UMA Concurrent Education Sessions of the day, from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

The first part of this year’s annual UMA International Driver Competition is also taking place on Thursday, from 2:30 to 4:15 p.m., featuring a welcome, orientation and written exam.

A key event on Thursday will be the UMA EXPO Exhibit Hall Sneak Preview, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Exhibitors will provide demonstrations and showcase various industry products and services during the Sneak Preview. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled at 4:15 p.m., near the entrance of the Exhibit Hall. Prior to the ribbon cutting will be a First Time Attendee EXPO Hall Tour, starting at 3:15 p.m.

The Sneak Preview Offsite After-Party is set for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Barber’s Motorsports. Transportation will be provided from the convention center.

Friday, February 13

Friday’s UMA EXPO registration is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the registration concourse. A UMA continental breakfast will be available from 8 to 8:30 a.m. at kiosks in the convention center. The driving portion of the UMA International Driver Competition will take place Friday morning at a time and place to be determined. Winners will receive cash prizes, trophies, framed certificates, and official recognition.

A key event Friday morning (9 to 10:45 a.m.) will be the UMA Active Member Meeting/Legislative & Regulatory Update at the convention center’s ballroom. All EXPO attendees are encouraged to attend to learn what is new within UMA and the North American bus and motorcoach industry.

Meanwhile, the UMA Maintenance Competition is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon.

The UMA EXPO Exhibit Hall will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, allowing attendees a full day to visit with vendors. Lunch will be available at the Exhibit Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The UMA Awards Gala will take place Friday evening at the convention center’s ballroom. A reception starts at 6 p.m., with the dinner scheduled for 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, February 14

Saturday is the final day that the Exhibit Hall will be open for the 2026 UMA Motorcoach EXPO. Show floor hours are 9 to 11 a.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the registration concourse. Brunch will also be available at the Exhibit Hall, from 9 to 11 a.m.

The final events for the 2026 UMA Motorcoach EXPO are two tours, both scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and sponsored by the Geater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau. Separate registration is required. These outings are the “Steel Away City Tour,” and the “In Their Footsteps National Monument Tour.” Attendees are to meet outside the convention center by 11:15 a.m. for tour transportation.

Visit www.motorcoachexpo.com for updated information.