High Point Market Spring 2027 runs April 10-14 at the High Point Market District in High Point, North Carolina, gathering the global home furnishings trade for five days of showroom sourcing. More than 2,000 exhibitors fill 11.
5 million square feet across roughly 180 buildings, and the organiser reports about 75,000 attendees each market, around 10% of them international. Buyers can pre-register free for a trade-only pass and work the district by free shuttle.
TL;DR
1Dates: April 10-14, 2027, with permanent showrooms open 8 a.m.-7 p.m. April 10-13 and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. April 14.
2Scale: 2,000+ exhibitors and 11.5 million sq ft of showroom space across about 180 buildings.
3Audience: about 75,000 attendees each market, 40,000+ retailers and designers, and buyers from 100+ countries.
4Cost: buyer passes are free during pre-registration; onsite buyer passes cost $30 and industry passes $55.
5Access: the district is trade-only, served by free shuttles from Park & Ride and the Transportation Terminal.
Why visit
Attend to see new furniture, lighting, rugs, textiles and accessories across 180 buildings, compare hundreds of brands side by side, and place orders with showrooms that sell only to the trade. The five-day run also supports appointments, design business education and free shuttle movement between the IHFC, Showplace, Market Square and Suites at Market Square.
Why exhibit
Exhibit because High Point concentrates qualified furniture retailers, interior designers, architects, wholesalers and online sellers in one district, with 40,000+ retail and design buyers reported each market. A permanent showroom or temporary space gives brands five days of appointment-led selling, press exposure and access to international buyers from more than 100 countries.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Independent furniture and home decor retailers buying stock for the next selling season.
Interior designers, decorators and architecture studios sourcing client-ready collections.
Online retailers, wholesalers, importers and rent-to-own operators comparing suppliers.
Hospitality, property and build-to-rent buyers furnishing model homes and guest spaces.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Furniture manufacturers and upholstery brands showing full collections and quick-ship programmes.
Lighting, rug, textile, wall decor and accessory suppliers selling to design-led retail.
Emerging studios and makers using temporary spaces to meet national buyers.
Materials, finishes, cabinetry and custom-furnishing suppliers serving specifiers and developers.
International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC)ShowplaceMarket SquareSuites at Market SquarePlaza Suites220 ElmC&D BuildingFurniture PlazaCenters of High Point - Hamilton
High Point Market District
High Point Market District, High Point, NC 27260, United States
Entrances & gates
IHFC Commerce Lobby
International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC)
Scan-and-Go badge printing and registration desk.
IHFC Main, Wrenn and Green entrances
International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC)
All four IHFC entrances support onsite registration.
Transportation Terminal
Market shuttle network
210 East Commerce Avenue; information booth, badge printing and shuttle connections.
Facilities
Parking
Free Park & Ride at 921 Eastchester Drive with continuous shuttle service; accessible parking at both Park & Ride locations. Downtown street parking is limited.
Accessibility
Accessible parking at both Park & Ride lots; guests with disabilities can call 336-887-RIDE for an accessible shuttle to the Transportation Terminal. Mobility scooters and wheelchairs can be rented outside the High Point Theatre in the Transportation Terminal.
Luggage storage
Luggage check is on the second floor of the IHFC. Hours run Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday and Tuesday 7 a.m.-7 p.m., and Wednesday 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
On-site shuttle
Free shuttles connect Park & Ride, the Transportation Terminal and the showroom buildings, with Red and Green lines running through the district. Airport shuttles are also free, with reservations required from Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham.
Food options
IHFC third-floor food court, Market Square and Showplace cafes
On-site dining
Parking: Park free at the Park & Ride lot at 921 Eastchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262. Continuous free shuttles run to the Transportation Terminal at 210 East Commerce Avenue. Downtown parking is limited and some streets close during Market, so the shuttle is the practical option.
Gate: Enter showroom buildings through staffed lobbies and show your Market pass. IHFC has Commerce, Main, Wrenn and Green entrances; Showplace, Market Square, Suites at Market Square, Plaza Suites, 220 Elm and the C&D Building have their own registration or lobby desks.
Badges are mailed before Market. If a badge does not arrive, print it onsite with photo ID at Scan-and-Go locations in the IHFC Commerce Lobby, Showplace, Suites at Market Square, or the Transportation Terminal next to the information booth.
Ticket notes
High Point Market is open to the trade only. Buyer passes are free during pre-registration; industry passes are $55. A $30 non-refundable onsite processing fee applies after online registration closes. Children under 15 are not admitted.
Furniture and Upholstery SourcingDesign Business and BuyingLighting, Decor and Materials
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
Last edition
2026
Completed
Visitors: 75,000
Exhibitors: 2,000
Floor area: 1,068,384 sqm
Visitor countries: 100
This edition
2027
Visitors: 75,000
Exhibitors: 2,000
Floor area: 1,068,384 sqm
Next edition
2027
High Point Market Fall 2027 is scheduled for October 23-27, 2027, according to the organiser calendar. It will repeat the five-day showroom format, with permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits across the district; the spring 2027 product launches typically carry into the autumn edition.
Autumn colour and product updates from the spring collections Holiday and next-spring order commitments
Growth over time
Edition recap
Fall Market 2026 ran October 17-21 across the High Point Market District. The organiser reports 75,000 attendees each market, including more than 40,000 retailers and designers, 2,000 exhibitors and buyers from more than 100 countries, across 11.5 million square feet of showroom space.
Impact
A bigger and stronger platform
High Point Market is the largest economic event in North Carolina. The High Point Market Authority reports 42,427 total jobs supported, 25,014 direct jobs, $202 million in state and local tax revenue, 50,000+ hotel rooms filled and 75,000 attendees each market. For a supplier, the spring edition is a five-day concentration of qualified US retail and design buyers rather than a broad consumer audience.
Audience quality
High-value decision-makers
The buyer mix is unusually senior for a furniture event: more than 40,000 retailers and designers attend each market, buyers come from all 50 states, and about 10% of attendance is international. Appointments are dominated by store owners, buying teams and principals from design studios, so showroom conversations tend to carry open-to-buy authority. The trade-only rule filters out consumer traffic, but exhibitors still control access to their own showrooms.
Exhibitor outcomes
Real business growth
ROI depends on showroom format and follow-up. A permanent showroom amortises cost across two markets a year and appointment traffic, while a temporary space is a five-day test with lower commitment. Budget for the district's high hotel demand during Market and staff for appointment-led selling rather than walk-in volume. The organiser publishes scale, not per-exhibitor revenue or rebooking rates, so model pipeline from your own appointment list and historical close rate.
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
North America
Why it matters
High Point Market is the largest home furnishings trade event in the United States and the sector's twice-yearly price, product and colour reference point. Retailers and designers use the spring edition to commit open-to-buy budgets before the autumn selling season, while brands use the district to present full collections rather than sample ranges. Its 11.5 million square feet and 2,000 exhibitors make it the broadest single sourcing trip for the US furniture trade.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
01
Whole-home collections and fewer SKUs
Furniture brands are presenting coordinated living, dining and bedroom groups so retailers can build a complete room from one supplier. Buyers are narrowing the number of vendors they carry and asking for quick-ship programmes that reduce inventory risk.
What it changes: A smaller vendor matrix rewards exhibitors that can show a coherent whole-home story and reliable replenishment, not just individual hero pieces.
02
Design-led lighting and mixed materials
Lighting, rugs and accessories are increasingly specified as part of the furniture package, with mixed wood, stone, metal and textile finishes carrying across categories. Interior designers are buying these pieces directly rather than sending clients to separate decor retailers.
What it changes: Exhibitors that connect lighting, textiles and case goods into one scheme can capture more of a designer's project budget per appointment.
03
International sourcing and tariff-aware buying
US retailers continue to diversify sourcing across Vietnam, India, Mexico and domestic workshops as tariffs and freight costs shift. High Point's international buyer share, about 10% of attendance, keeps export conversations alongside domestic wholesale.
What it changes: Suppliers with transparent country-of-origin, landed-cost and compliance documentation are better placed to win orders in a cost-sensitive buying cycle.
The home furnishings market circuit
Book showrooms and hotels eight to twelve weeks before each edition; the spring and autumn High Point dates sit about six months apart.
High Point anchors the US spring and autumn furniture calendar, with Las Vegas and Atlanta offering complementary western and eastern buying trips. European buyers often pair High Point with Milan or imm cologne when planning a full year of sourcing.
14–19 Jul 2027
Atlanta Market
Atlanta, United States
AmericasMart buying market with home, gift and design floors; dates are circuit estimates for 2027.
April in High Point is mild and variable: daytime highs around 70-75 F (21-24 C) and lows around 48-55 F (9-13 C), with occasional rain. Pack layers and a compact umbrella for the walk between buildings and shuttles.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Wi-Fi is available in showroom buildings and the Transportation Terminal, but speeds vary. US mobile eSIM or roaming plans work well; carry a power bank for long days.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Trade etiquette
Appointments are the norm. Arrive on time, present a business card and avoid photographing showrooms without permission; many exhibitors prohibit it.
Tipping
Tip restaurant servers 18-20% and bartenders $1-2 per drink. Hotel housekeeping typically receives $2-5 per night.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: GSO (Piedmont Triad International)
Book 6-10 weeks ahead for April Market; Charlotte and Raleigh shuttles need reservations, Greensboro does not.
Most international trade visitors need a US B-1 business visa or ESTA approval under the Visa Waiver Program. Carry registration confirmation, an invitation and proof of trade employment.
Estimated cost: USD 185 B-1/B-2 application fee; ESTA fee varies
Processing: Apply 3-6 months ahead; interview wait times vary
This is planning guidance, not legal advice. Check your nationality and current rules before booking.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Free airport shuttles run to the Transportation Terminal; reserve for Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham, not Greensboro.
Hotel → venue: Use the free Market shuttle from Park & Ride or stay on a hotel shuttle route.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft serve High Point and Greensboro; expect 10-30 minute waits and surge pricing at peak times.
Public transit: Local bus service is limited; the Market shuttle is the practical transit option during the show.
Parking: Free Park & Ride at 921 Eastchester Drive; downtown street parking is limited and some streets close.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April
Temperature: 48-75 F (9-24 C)
Seasonality: Spring showers possible; average April rainfall is moderate and days are mostly mild.
Packing: Bring comfortable walking shoes, a light rain jacket, layers for air-conditioned showrooms and a power bank.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Saturday, April 10, 2027
Opening day has the fullest showroom schedules, the best chance of seeing principals before appointment books fill, and the first look at new collections. Arrive early, start with priority buildings and leave the quieter final afternoon for follow-ups.
T-14
Confirm trade registration and upload buyer credentials — Use a sales tax certificate, EIN letter, business licence or design association card.
T-10
Book hotel and airport shuttle — Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham shuttles need reservations; Greensboro does not.
T-7
Build a showroom shortlist and request appointments — Group buildings by shuttle line and leave travel time between appointments.
T-3
Download the Market app and print or save your badge — Add must-see showrooms, floor talks and map stops.
T-1
Pack walking shoes, layers, power bank and business cards — Check the weather and plan to arrive at Park & Ride early on opening day.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
8:00 a.m.
Badge pick-up and coffee at the Transportation Terminal
210 East Commerce Avenue
9:00 a.m.
Upholstery and case-goods appointments
International Home Furnishings Center
1:00 p.m.
Supplier meetings and collection review
Showplace
4:00 p.m.
Lighting, decor and temporary exhibits
Suites at Market Square and INTERHALL
Side trips
2
High Point Museum
Local History
About 10 minutes from downtown
Explains the city's furniture-making heritage and the market's role in the region.
Greensboro Downtown
City Break
25-35 minutes by car
Restaurants, the International Civil Rights Center and a change of scene after showroom days.
Networking spots
2
Transportation Terminal information booth
Arrival hub
Central meeting point and shuttle interchange; useful for first-day introductions.
IHFC third-floor food court
Casual meetings
Convenient for coffee and impromptu appointments between showroom visits.
First-timer guide
Follow-up playbook
Tag every scan with the buyer type and next action before leaving the stand.
Send a personalised thank-you and line sheet within 24 hours.
Confirm samples, lead times and FOB terms within three business days.
Schedule a call with unresolved specifiers in week two.
Review pipeline after 30 days and rebook priority accounts for the autumn edition.
High Point is an appointment-led market, so speed matters. Buyers see many showrooms in five days; the exhibitor that sends a clear recap and price confirmation first is more likely to stay in the consideration set.
Budget
Costs & budget
Shell scheme
USD 400–650 / m²
Raw space
USD 250–450 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
High Point is primarily a permanent-showroom market; temporary space and shell tariffs are estimated from US trade-show benchmarks, not a published 2027 rate card.
Badge-scanning and lead-capture app with CRM export; confirm consent and privacy settings for US state laws.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When is High Point Market Spring 2027?
High Point Market Spring 2027 runs Saturday, April 10, through Wednesday, April 14, 2027. Permanent showrooms open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 10-13 and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 14. Temporary exhibits in INTERHALL, the Suites and SALON open a day earlier, on April 9, and close at 2 p.m. on April 14.
Where is High Point Market held?
High Point Market takes place across the High Point Market District in downtown High Point, North Carolina, a showroom network of about 180 buildings rather than a single hall. Key buildings include the International Home Furnishings Center, Showplace, Market Square, Suites at Market Square, Plaza Suites, 220 Elm and the C&D Building. Free shuttles link the buildings and Park & Ride lots.
Is High Point Market free to attend?
Buyer passes are free when requested during online pre-registration, and passes are also free for exhibitors and media. Industry passes cost $55. A $30 non-refundable onsite processing fee applies to each buyer or industry pass requested after online registration closes. All passes are non-transferable, and payment onsite is by credit card only.
Is High Point Market open to the public?
No. High Point Market is open to the trade only, not to the general public. Eligible buyers include retailers, online retailers, interior designers, decorators, wholesalers, importers and exporters, rent-to-own stores, builders, developers and architects who can show trade documentation. Individual exhibitors still decide who may enter their showroom, so access can vary by building.
How do I register for High Point Market 2027?
Register through the official High Point Market website before the pre-registration deadline. New buyers must upload one trade credential, such as a state sales tax certificate, EIN certificate, retail business licence, ASID, IDS, DSA, IIDA or AIA membership card, NCIDQ proof, or CKBD or CMKBD certification, plus a business card and photo ID. Approved buyers receive badges by mail.
What are the showroom hours at High Point Market?
Permanent showrooms at Spring 2027 are open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Saturday, April 10, through Tuesday, April 13, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14. Temporary exhibits in INTERHALL run 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 9-13 and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 14. The Suites and SALON open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 9-13 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 14.
How large is High Point Market?
The organiser describes 11.5 million square feet of showroom space across about 180 buildings, with 2,000 exhibitors of many categories. It reports 75,000 attendees each market, including 40,000+ retailers and designers, buyers from all 50 states and about 10% international attendance. These are organiser-published, per-market figures rather than audited counts for a single edition.
Can I bring children to High Point Market?
Children under 15 years old are not allowed at High Point Market. The trade-only policy is enforced at registration and in the buildings, and only service dogs are permitted, not other animals. Visitors should arrange childcare before travelling, because the showroom district and shuttle system are designed for business attendance rather than family visits.
How do I get around High Point Market?
Use the free Market shuttles rather than driving between buildings. Park at the Park & Ride lot at 921 Eastchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262, and take the continuous shuttle to the Transportation Terminal at 210 East Commerce Avenue. Airport shuttles are also free; reservations are required from Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham but not from Greensboro.
Who should exhibit at High Point Market?
Furniture, upholstery, lighting, rug, textile, wall decor, accessory, cabinetry and outdoor brands selling to the trade should exhibit. The buyer base covers independent retailers, interior designers, online sellers, wholesalers and hospitality specifiers. A permanent showroom suits year-round US distribution, while INTERHALL, SALON and Suites temporaries let newer brands test the market for five days.
Glossary
1
HPMKT
The shorthand and social hashtag used for High Point Market, the twice-yearly home furnishings trade event in High Point, North Carolina.
2
Permanent showroom
A year-round exhibitor space in a High Point Market building, open to trade buyers during the April and October market dates and often by appointment between them.
3
Temporaries
Short-term exhibit spaces in INTERHALL, SALON and the Suites at Market Square that open for the market and close at the end of the run.
4
IHFC
The International Home Furnishings Center, the largest showroom building in the High Point Market District, with Commerce, Main, Wrenn and Green entrances.
5
Buyer pass
The free trade credential issued to qualified retail, design and wholesale buyers during pre-registration; a $30 onsite fee applies after online registration closes.
6
Industry pass
A paid pass for attendees who work in the home furnishings industry but do not qualify as buyers; it costs $55 during pre-registration.
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Market District
The downtown High Point area containing roughly 180 connected showroom buildings, served by free shuttles and a central Transportation Terminal.
Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.