DirtTech Test Drives, produced by Audience Development Strategies, is the ultimate hands-on experience for contractors, builders, and equipment pros across the region. Taking place on Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at SiteOne Landscape Supply in Windsor, CT, this one-day event brings together the tools, technology, and talent that power the construction industry—all in one interactive, outdoor setting.

Attendees will have the rare opportunity to get behind the controls of today’s most advanced heavy construction equipment, including excavators, dozers, loaders, pavers, cranes, and more. This is not just a display—it’s a chance to put the machines to the test, speak directly with manufacturers, and explore innovations that can boost efficiency and safety on the jobsite. Beyond the iron, the event will feature a wide range of vendors showcasing products, services, and solutions from across the construction and landscape industries—from subcontractors and material suppliers to insurance brokers and software providers

Admission is free for all contractors, who will also be treated to a warm welcome with coffee, a hot chocolate bar, and pastries, plus lunch served from The Big Green Pizza Truck. Whether you’re in site work, utility construction, landscaping, or general contracting, DirtTech Test Drives is your chance to connect, learn, and explore in a no-pressure, high-value environment.