Events

UCONnect - March

  • March 07, 2024 4:30pm  -  7:30pm PST

Let's make 2024 the year of connection—join us as we kick off our first UCONnect event of 2024! We cordially invite you to Golden Road Brewing on March 7, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM for an evening of networking and camaraderie with fellow UCON staff and members.  

Whether you're seeking resources, expertise, or simply wanting to expand your network, UCON is here to empower you every step of the way.

2025 36th Annual DIG Awards & Board Installation Luncheon

  • February 28, 2025 12:00am  -  March 01, 2025 11:59pm PST

Mark your calendars and join us for this two-day affair!

Friday, February 28, 2025: UCON Board Installation Luncheon

Join us as we celebrate and install the 2025 UCON Board of Directors!

More Information to come

Saturday, March 1, 2025: 36th Annual DIG Awards

Be a part of this prestigious industry-wide event, where we honor individuals, regardless of Association lines, for their unwavering commitment to dignity, integrity, and generosity to propel our industry forward.

2024 Advocacy Auction

  • November 09, 2024 5:00pm  -  10:00pm PST

Please join us, live and in person, for a magical evening of connection, celebration, and fundraising to benefit UCON’s Political Advocacy programs. The United Contractors’ Political Advocacy programs build coalitions, marshal political support, drive local and state ballot measures, ensure regulatory fairness, and assist with complex compliance requirements—all to benefit and support union contractors.

TICKETS

Early Bird Rate: $350 (member) | $450 (non-member)
*Available until 5 pm Wed, Oct 9

2024 Annual BBQ

  • August 01, 2024 4:30pm  -  8:00pm PDT

You are invited to join United Contractors at our most loved, most attended event of the year…The Greatest BBQ on Earth!

The United Contractors BBQ is our oldest standing, largest, and most “infamous” event, running for more than 40 years.

In 1980 a handful of Contractors and Associates got together to BBQ for each other, their office teams, and family members. Today the UCON BBQ still remains true to the values that it was created from: Every member matters, no matter how big or small.

2024 Southern CA Golf Classic

  • September 26, 2024 8:30am  -  4:00pm PDT

For the first time ever, UCON is teeing up the excitement with the Southern California Golf Classic! Get ready to join us for a hole lot of fun as we embark on this par-tee adventure. It's bound to be an event to remember, don't miss your shot at this inaugural golf extravaganza!

TICKETS

Early Bird: $350 (member) | $450 (non-member) 
*Available until 5 pm August 26

Standard: $365 (member) | $465 (non-member) 
*Available until 5 pm Sept 13

2024 Sal Rubino Golf Classic

  • September 06, 2024 7:30am  -  4:00pm PDT

UCON’s annual golfing event at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Club in Seaside. Members and industry affiliates compete for the top spot in the tournament while enjoying food and fun activities throughout each course.

TICKETS

Early Bird: $350 (member) | $450 (non-member) 
*Available until 5 pm Tues, August 6

Standard: $365 (member) | $465 (non-member) 
*Available until 5 pm Thurs, August 29

2024 Throw Down for Education Cornhole Tournament

  • June 20, 2024 1:30pm  -  6:30pm PDT

Join us for a day filled with friendly competition, cold drinks, great food, and plenty of cornhole action. Gather your team and sign up now for a chance to be crowned the ultimate cornhole champion!

Our annual Throw Down tournament is a fun event to raise money to support scholarships for member-affiliated students and those studying Construction Management or Civil Engineering at California Colleges. 

Apply to UCON's Scholarship Awards Program. Applications to UCON's Scholarship Awards Program open on March 25.

2024 Legislative and Elections Briefing & Reception

  • May 20, 2024 12:00pm  -  8:00pm PDT

Join us for a day of impact at UCON’s Legislative & Elections Briefing, followed by our Legislative Reception in Sacramento. Gain insights into key legislation and critical upcoming elections, then network with industry leaders and elected officials from across California. 

Briefing & Reception Tickets

Early Bird: $150 (member) | $250 (non-member)
*Available until 5 pm Fri, April 19

Standard: $165 (member) | $265 (non-member)
*Available until 5 pm Wed, May 13

Onsite: $215 (member) | $315 (non-member)

2024 Crab Feed

  • February 22, 2024 4:30pm  -  8:00pm PST

This UCON tradition is a must! Put on your plastic bibs and belly up to the table to crack some crab with us! Join us for an evening of food, fun, and friends. With over 700 people attending, you might make a few new ones!

Come for the crab and stay for the camaraderie.  

Crab Feed Tickets have Sold Out!
 

Tickets

Early Bird: $110 (member) | $210 (non-member)
*Available until 5 pm Mon, Jan 22

Standard: $125 (member) | $225 (non-member)
*Available until 5 pm Fri, Feb 16

SoCal Open House

Thank you visiting our new office in Anaheim!

  • November 17, 2023 1:00pm  -  5:00pm PST

UCON has expanded to Southern California! Thank you for swinging by to tour our brand-new space and meet our dedicated SoCal team. 

This open house event was on Friday, November 17.

Raffle

Congratulations to the Raffle Winner: Anthony Davis, Pacific States Petroleum!

Special Thanks To Our Raffle Sponsor: Jeremy Epley, Angels Baseball!

Our New Office

Located in the METROPLEX building near Angel Stadium

2401 East Katella Avenue
5th Floor, Suite 500
Anaheim, CA 92806

2024 Beach Bash

  • July 11, 2024 4:00pm  -  7:00pm PDT

Join United Contractors for an evening of great food, friends, and music at the beach! 

You are invited to join us for UCON's Summer Beach Bash at The Huntington Beach House at Huntington State Beach. UCON-hosted parking is available at the State Beach.  


Sponsorship Opportunities are open!

Beach Bash Sponsorships will close Thursday, June 20.

Tickets

Early Bird Rate: $110 (member) | $210 (non-member)
*Available until 5 pm Tues, June 11

2024 Public Works Summit

  • April 10, 2024 7:00am  -  3:30pm PDT

United Contractors Public Works Summit is an incredible event for public works contractors across the state to learn about the region's market share opportunities and engage with top agency and industry leaders. This year, we will focus on Next Generation Workforce Challenges and Opportunities. Adapting to the future is essential as the industry navigates a rapidly evolving job market.

2023 DIG Awards

  • October 21, 2023 5:30pm  -  11:59pm PDT

Registration for this event is now closed. 

Continuing the legacy of ECA’s time-honored tradition of honoring individuals who have laid the foundation upon which this industry is built, we invite you to join us at the 35th annual DIG Awards. Be a part of this industry event honoring Kevin Malloy, Trench Shoring Company, and Mike Roddy, SCCA, for their dedicated work, dignity, integrity, and generosity in advancing our industry. 

Attire

Black Tie Optional

2024 UCON PAC

  • April 04, 2024 5:00pm  -  8:00pm PDT

Join us for an evening of premium wines, great food, specialty cocktails, and networking with industry leaders in support of UCON’s Political Action Committee. The UCON Political Action Committee (PAC) exists to improve your business environment by strengthening the political voice of union contractors. Show your support of the UCON PAC by RSVP'ing to one or both events by clicking here.

2023 Advocacy Auction

  • November 11, 2023 5:00pm  -  10:00pm PST

Please join us, live and in person, for a magical evening of connection, celebration, and fundraising to benefit UCON’s Political Advocacy programs.


The United Contractors’ Political Advocacy programs build coalitions, marshal political support, drive local and state ballot measures, ensure regulatory fairness, and assist with complex compliance requirements—all to benefit and support union contractors.

2023 Sal Rubino Golf Classic

  • September 08, 2023 7:30am  -  4:00pm PDT

UCON’s annual golfing event at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Club in Seaside. Members and industry affiliates compete for the top spot in the tournament while enjoying food and fun activities throughout each course.

Tickets

Early Bird: $350 (member) | $450 (non-member) 
*Available until 5 pm August 15

Standard: $365 (member) | $465 (non-member) 
*Available until 5 pm August 29

Location

Bayonet & Black Horse Golf Course
1 McClure Way
Seaside, CA 93955

2023 Annual BBQ

  • August 03, 2023 4:30pm  -  8:00pm PDT

Come Chill and Grill with us! You are invited to join United Contractors at our most loved, most attended event of the year…The Greatest BBQ on Earth!

The United Contractors BBQ is our oldest standing, largest, and most “infamous” event, running for more than 40 years.

In 1980 a handful of Contractors and Associates got together to BBQ for each other, their office teams, and family members. Today the UCON BBQ still remains true to the values that it was created from: Every member matters, no matter how big or small.

2023 Throw Down for Education Cornhole Tournament

  • May 04, 2023 2:00pm  -  7:00pm PDT

Join us for a day filled with friendly competition, cold drinks, great food, and plenty of cornhole action.

Our annual Throw Down tournament is a fun event to raise money to support scholarships for member-affiliated students and those studying Construction Management or Civil Engineering at California Colleges. Apply to UCON's Scholarship Awards Program by Monday, May 8 at 5 pm.

Gather your team and sign up now for a chance to be crowned the
ultimate cornhole champion!