About High Point Market

High Point Beyond April & October

Additional to-the-trade sourcing opportunities

Held every April and October, High Point Market is the premier event in home furnishings. More new products are launched at Market than at any other home furnishings show on earth. It is where the people of our industry connect from around the globe and build the business networks that build their careers. And, it is where industry thought leaders present their latest and best ideas.

High Point Market is the only event at which all of our exhibitors and the entire Market district are open for business. The only one that presents a robust schedule of educational and networking opportunities. And it is the only one to offer our full complement of transportation, wayfinding, and hospitality amenities.

In addition to the April and October High Point Markets, the market district is home to several small-scale opportunities for accessing trade resources throughout the year, such as showrooms and intimate events. There’s less fanfare and no services or amenities, such as registration and transportation. However, they can offer a great opportunity to connect with a few dozen exhibitors for product sourcing.

Premarket

Retailer focused, by invitation

Traditionally held about six weeks before each April and October Market, Premarket is designed to help case goods manufacturers and importers preview their new product introductions. Attending retailers then return to Market to continue sourcing. Typically, 18 -20 Premarket sponsors invite about 120 retailers to be their guests and visit their showrooms. As many as 80 -100 non-sponsoring exhibitors may open to serve invited retailers when they are not visiting the event’s sponsors. Please check with any exhibitor you may wish to visit, to ensure that they will be open to host you.

First Tuesday

A monthly by-appointment event for retailers

Featuring approximately 150 exhibitors, First Tuesday was designed to allow select retailers to see new products and to meet with suppliers in less-crowded showrooms. It was especially welcome during the COVID disruptions, and continues to afford opportunities for more relaxed interactions. Participating showrooms are typically open on the first Tuesday and Wednesday of each month, except in April and October and the Premarket months of March and September.

HPxD

A selection of design-oriented showrooms

Comprised of approximately 40 exhibitors, HPxD welcomes designers and retailers to visit their members’ showrooms, typically on the first Tuesday and Wednesday of each month. They also offer special programming throughout the year. Please see the HPxD website for a complete list of exhibitors and upcoming events.

At A Glance

A quick guide to High Point Market, Premarket, First Tuesday, and HPxD

High Point Market

Premarket

First Tuesday

HPxD

Dates

April and October

March and September

First Tuesday and Wednesday of most months

First Tuesday and Wednesday of most months, some showrooms open by appointment year-round

Number of Exhibitors

2,000+

18-20 sponsors and approx. 100 non-sponsors

Approx. 150

Approx. 40

New Product Introductions

10s of Thousands

Select new lines may be available for preview

At the discretion of individual exhibitors

At the discretion of individual exhibitors

Educational Seminars

Yes

No

No

Varies

Networking Events

Yes

For invited guests

Exhibitors may host social gatherings

Exhibitors may host social gatherings

Total Number of Attendees

Approx. 75,000

Approx. 120 invited, others may also choose to attend

Varies by month

Varies by month

Services and Amenities

Free Downtown Shuttles

Yes

No

No

No

Free Go-Anywhere Shuttles

Yes

No

No

No

Free Hotel Shuttles

Yes

No

No

No

Free Airport Shuttles

Yes

No

No

No

Free Park & Ride Lots/Shuttles

Yes

No

No

No

International Buyers Center

Yes

No

No

No

The Point and Info Booths

Yes

No

No

No

Large-scale programming such as concerts and pop-ups

Yes

No

No

No

Complimentary evening food and beverages

Yes

For invited guests

At the discretion of individual exhibitors

At the discretion of individual exhibitors

Market Pass Required

Yes

No

No

No

High Point Market

Date:April and October

Number of Exhibitors:2,000+

New Product Introductions:10s of Thousands

Educational Seminars:Yes

Networking Events:Yes

Total Number of Attendees:Approx. 75,000

Services and Amenities

Free Downtown Shuttles:Yes

Free Go-Anywhere Shuttles:Yes

Free Hotel Shuttles:Yes

Free Airport Shuttles:Yes

Free Park & Ride Lots/Shuttles:Yes

International Buyers Center:Yes

The Point and Info Booths:Yes

Large-scale programming such as concerts and pop-ups:Yes

Complimentary evening food and beverages:Yes

Market Pass Required:Yes

Premarket

Date:March and September

Number of Exhibitors:18-20 sponsors and approx. 100 non-sponsors

New Product Introductions:Select new lines may be available for preview

Educational Seminars:No

Networking Events:For invited guests

Total Number of Attendees:Approx. 120 invited, others may also choose to attend

Services and Amenities

Free Downtown Shuttles:No

Free Go-Anywhere Shuttles:No

Free Hotel Shuttles:No

Free Airport Shuttles:No

Free Park & Ride Lots/Shuttles:No

International Buyers Center:No

The Point and Info Booths:No

Large-scale programming such as concerts and pop-ups:No

Complimentary evening food and beverages:For invited guests

Market Pass Required:No

First Tuesday

Date:First Tuesday and Wednesday of most months

Number of Exhibitors:Approx. 150

New Product Introductions:At the discretion of individual exhibitors

Educational Seminars:No

Networking Events:Exhibitors may host social gatherings

Total Number of Attendees:Varies by month

Services and Amenities

Free Downtown Shuttles:No

Free Go-Anywhere Shuttles:No

Free Hotel Shuttles:No

Free Airport Shuttles:No

Free Park & Ride Lots/Shuttles:No

International Buyers Center:No

The Point and Info Booths:No

Large-scale programming such as concerts and pop-ups:No

Complimentary evening food and beverages:At the discretion of individual exhibitors

Market Pass Required:No

HPxD

Date:First Tuesday and Wednesday of most months, some showrooms open by appointment year-round

Number of Exhibitors:Approx. 40

New Product Introductions:At the discretion of individual exhibitors

Educational Seminars:Varies

Networking Events:Exhibitors may host social gatherings

Total Number of Attendees:Varies by month

Services and Amenities

Free Downtown Shuttles:No

Free Go-Anywhere Shuttles:No

Free Hotel Shuttles:No

Free Airport Shuttles:No

Free Park & Ride Lots/Shuttles:No

International Buyers Center:No

The Point and Info Booths:No

Large-scale programming such as concerts and pop-ups:No

Complimentary evening food and beverages:At the discretion of individual exhibitors

Market Pass Required:No

Beyond the Market District

Unique to-the-trade resources that call High Point home

Beyond the 12 million square feet of showroom space and the abundant product sourcing opportunities, High Point is home to several unique resources that support the home furnishings industry.

Bienenstock Furniture Library

The world’s largest furniture specialty library

Housing more than 5,000 furniture and design specific volumes, The Bernice Bienenstock Furniture Library is one of the few, if not the only place in the world where design professionals, scholars, students, and the public can don a pair of white gloves and examine the original works of the pioneer designers in our industry. Its rare book collection contains volumes published since 1543, including original works of 18th-century furniture masters Chippendale, Sheraton and Hepplewhite, rare drawings and furniture details, and a complete 26 volume set of Diderot’s Encyclopedia, published in 1776.

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Material ConneXion

A world-class materials library and consultancy

Materials ConneXion curates material libraries and collections around the globe, and helps companies source materials that enhance the performance, aesthetic, and sustainability of their projects. Its Online Database provides instant access to more than 10,000 material profiles. Plus, its Material Advisory Services provide brands with the material specific knowledge and experience needed to accelerate timelines, gain insight on industry trends, reduce internal research and expense, and design future-ready products.

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The Generator at Congdon Yards

Taking creativity and innovation to new levels

Developed in partnership with SCM Woodworking Technology, The Generator makes industrial-grade woodworking machinery accessible to all furniture designers and makers, interior designers and architects — as well as small, medium and large furniture companies. Its world-class equipment empowers entrepreneurs and innovators to advance their most daring ideas, expand their product offerings and create specialty pieces without interrupting in-house production.

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Coming Soon!
Home Furnishings Hall of Fame

Celebrating the history of our industry — and the people who shaped it

This international, industry-wide organization was founded to fulfill a three-fold mission: tell our industry’s story, honor its leaders, and inspire a new class of leadership. Initiatives in pursuit of this mission include book publishing, oral histories, videos, a historical timeline, the Walk of Fame, mentoring programs, and the annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

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