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Event overview
Overview
The Antique & Design Center of High Point is a premier event dedicated to showcasing a wide variety of antiques and design elements. Taking place from April 8 to April 14, 2027, at Market Square in High Point, USA, this event attracts a diverse audience of collectors, designers, and enthusiasts.
Hosted by Anthony California, Inc. and the Antique & Design Center of High Point, it promises to be an engaging experience for all attendees.
Antique & Design Center of High Point takes place in High.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Antique & Design Center of High Point runs from April 8 to April 14, 2027 at Market Square, High Point, USA.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event showcases a diverse range of antiques and design elements, attracting a wide audience of collectors and designers.
- 3Buyer Authority: Attendees include antique collectors, interior designers, and home decor enthusiasts.
- 4Entry / Access: Registration details can be found on the official website.
Why visit
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a vast selection of antiques and design pieces, network with industry professionals, and gain insights into the latest trends in the market. This event is ideal for collectors and designers looking to enhance their collections and knowledge.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Antique & Design Center of High Point provides unparalleled access to a targeted audience of antique collectors and design professionals. This event showcases a diverse range of antiques and design elements, attracting a wide audience of collectors and designers. Attendees include antique collectors,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Antique collectors seeking unique pieces
Interior designers looking for inspiration
Home decor enthusiasts interested in vintage items
Art dealers showcasing their collections
Architects exploring design trends
Retailers sourcing products for their stores
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Antique dealers offering a variety of collectibles
Furniture makers specializing in vintage designs
Artisans creating handmade decor items
Interior design firms showcasing their projects
Home decor retailers featuring unique products
Restoration experts providing services and advice
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Antique furniture and decor
Vintage art and collectibles
Home accessories and textiles
Restoration services for antiques
Design consultation services
Unique handcrafted items
Location & Facilities
Venue
Market Square
High Point, USA
Facilities
Parking
Market Square in High Point typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Market Square in High Point typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Market Square for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
Anthony California, Inc.
Antique & Design Center of High Point
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
High Point, USA
Why it matters
On 2027-04-08 to 2027-04-14, Antique & Design Center of High Point in High Point covering Antique furniture and decor, Vintage art and collectibles, Home accessories and textiles, Restoration services for antiq gives fashion buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Townhouse Inn
2-star
Downtown High Point, 0.3 mi from Market Square0.3 mi from Market Square to venueUSD 175–236 / night
Budget-to-mid downtown option within walking distance of the Market Square blocks; nightly band is approximate and rates were not displayed in the capture.
Econo Lodge High Point - Archdale
3-star
Archdale, about 2 mi from Market Square2 mi from Market Square to venueUSD 115–145 / night
Lowest captured price band, but outside the walkable core; budget a short drive or rideshare to the show buildings each morning. Rates are approximate.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Walk
Estimated costFree
Best forDowntown High Point hotels to Market Square
8-9 minute walk over 0.3-0.4 mi via W Commerce Ave, S Elm St, W High Ave or S Main St; the practical mode for hotels inside the downtown core.
Market shuttle
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forShow-building loop linking Market Square, outlying showrooms and parking areas
High Point Market publishes shuttle schedules and a reservation page; use it for buildings beyond comfortable walking distance. Confirm your route and stop before relying on it.
High Point Transit bus
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forCity bus network serving downtown High Point
Routes, schedules and a trip planner are published by the City of High Point and mirrored in the Transit app; check the route map against your hotel before depending on it.
Rideshare or taxi in town
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forArchdale and outer High Point hotels to Market Square (3-4 mi)
Uber and Lyft both operate in the Piedmont Triad; a 10-12 minute drive via N Centennial St, Lindsay St or N University Pkwy is the typical pattern.
Airport transfer
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forPiedmont Triad International (GSO) to downtown High Point
Roughly a 20-30 minute drive; pre-book on arrival day because the terminal is small and late-evening supply is limited.
Parking
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forDowntown High Point decks and surface lots near Market Square
Surface lots and decks serve the show-building district; market-week demand is high in the morning, so arrive before the first appointments.
Rental car
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forGSO airport pickup for Archdale, Greensboro or Winston-Salem based stays
Useful if your hotel is outside the walkable core or you plan to visit showrooms in outlying districts; check hotel parking charges.
Weather
April in High Point is mild spring weather in the North Carolina Piedmont: typical daytime highs run around 20-23 C (68-74 F) with overnight lows near 8-11 C (46-52 F), and the month is one of the wetter periods of the year. No weather API payload was returned for this run, so treat these as climatological bands and check a live forecast in the week before travel. Show buildings and shuttles are air conditioned, so a removable layer works better than a heavy coat.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile coverage on the major US networks is good across High Point and the Piedmont Triad. Visitors from outside the United States should confirm roaming or pick up a prepaid SIM or eSIM at GSO before heading downtown. Signal inside large multi-floor show buildings can be patchy, so download the market directory, floor plans and your appointment list for offline use. Hotel and show-building Wi-Fi is common but varies by property; do not rely on it for order-writing systems without a backup.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
High Point Market is a business-to-business show; smart casual is standard on the show floors and in showroom appointments, while evening showroom events and designer receptions skew slightly dressier.
Tipping
US tipping norms apply in High Point: 15-20 percent at restaurants, a dollar or two per bag for hotel staff, and a small tip for housekeeping.
Arrival and orientation
Pick up your badge and a printed directory early on day one. Downtown show buildings spread across Market Square and neighbouring blocks, so plot a walking route by building rather than by brand list.
Buying etiquette
Showroom staff expect appointments for major upholstery and case goods lines. Ask before photographing new introductions, and confirm whether quoted pricing is wholesale, container or quick-ship.
Payments and tax
Prices are quoted in US dollars and sales tax applies in North Carolina; out-of-state resale certificates are handled by each vendor, so confirm documentation requirements with your accounting team.
Local area
High Point is a small furniture-manufacturing city in the Piedmont Triad, paired with Greensboro and Winston-Salem for dining, airports and additional hotel capacity. A car helps for anything outside the downtown market district.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Book into Piedmont Triad International (GSO) where possible: it is the closest commercial airport to High Point, with a short transfer into downtown. Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offers more routings and international connections but adds roughly 1.5-2 hours of ground travel on Interstate 85, so weigh connection convenience against transfer time. No live fare for a High Point itinerary was captured for this run, so compare prices across GSO and CLT before committing, and check whether your hotel offers an airport shuttle. The organiser's Travel Planning and Transportation pages cover show-week shuttles and parking but do not sell air travel.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving High Point; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Market Square: Downtown High Point, 0.3 mi from Market Square: Townhouse Inn; Archdale, about 2 mi from Market Square: Econo Lodge High Point - Archdale.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate across High Point, Greensboro and Winston-Salem, and rideshare is the usual fallback when your hotel sits outside the walkable downtown core. Expect an approximate USD 10-18 fare for a 10-12 minute run from Archdale or outer High Point to Market Square, and roughly USD 30-50 from Piedmont Triad International (GSO) into downtown; treat both as approximate and confirm in the app. Surge pricing is common around opening and closing hours of market week, so pre-book or leave earlier than you think you need to.
Public transit: The City of High Point runs the High Point Transit System city bus network, with route maps, schedules and a trip-planning page published at highpointnc.gov/transit and mirrored in the Transit app. Fares are low, roughly USD 1-2 per single ride, but service is oriented to local neighbourhoods rather than show-building loops, so check the route against your hotel first. Regional PART express services link High Point with Greensboro and Winston-Salem for commuters. During market week the organiser's own shuttle network, with published schedules and a reservation page at highpointmarket.org/Transportation, is the more practical way to move between show buildings.
Parking: Market Square and the surrounding downtown show buildings are served by surface lots and parking decks within a few blocks. Market-week demand peaks before the first morning appointments, so arriving early materially shortens the search. Daily rates at downtown decks and lots typically fall in an approximate USD 5-15 band, but pricing is set per lot rather than by the organiser - confirm on site or with your hotel. If your hotel charges for parking, factor that in before choosing to drive; for stays inside the downtown core, walking is usually faster than repositioning the car between buildings.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027 (market runs 8-14 April 2027)
Temperature: Typical April bands for the North Carolina Piedmont: daytime highs around 20-23 C (68-74 F), overnight lows around 8-11 C (46-52 F). Treat as climatological averages and check a live forecast in the week before departure.
Seasonality: April is one of the wetter spring months in the region, with roughly 8-10 rain days across the month and occasional short, heavy afternoon showers or thunderstorms. Rain rarely lasts all day, but a compact umbrella is worth carrying between show buildings. Spring pollen is also heavy in the Piedmont, which matters if you have seasonal allergies.
Packing: Pack for variable spring days: light layers you can remove in heated or air-conditioned show buildings, a compact waterproof shell or umbrella, and broken-in walking shoes - you will cover several miles a day between Market Square and neighbouring blocks. Bring comfortable shoes rather than new ones, a refillable water bottle, and a portable charger for long days on the floor. A light sweater helps for cool mornings and heavily air-conditioned showrooms.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Antique & Design Center of High Point usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Print or download your badge confirmation, hotel confirmation and vendor appointment list — Keep a paper backup of appointment times for show floors with weak mobile signal.
Day 2
Confirm any seminar, keynote or CEU sessions you want to attend and block those hours out of your showroom schedule — Session listings are published on the organiser programme page.
Day 3
Arrange airport pickup or pre-book a rideshare or rental car from GSO to your hotel — Pre-booking avoids a long wait at a small regional terminal on arrival day.
Day 4
Check the April forecast for the North Carolina Piedmont and pack a light rain layer plus broken-in walking shoes — Downtown blocks between show buildings mean several miles of walking per day.
Day 5
Plan the buying budget and open-to-buy by category so order writing on the floor stays disciplined; Download the official market app or directory PDF and save a working offline copy for weak signal inside show buildings — Floor plans in multi-floor buildings are easier to follow on a saved copy.
Day 6
Request appointments with priority vendors and confirm whether they are showing in Market Square, IHFC or another building; Check the organiser Transportation page for market shuttle routes, parking decks and any reservation requirements — Shuttle loops are the practical way to reach outlying showroom buildings.
Day 7
Build a showroom shortlist from the exhibitor directory: pick the buildings that carry your core categories (upholstery, case goods, occasional, lighting) — Group brands by building so you walk one district per day instead of crossing downtown repeatedly.
Day 8
Reserve a downtown High Point or Archdale hotel for the 8-14 April 2027 window and confirm cancellation terms — Market-week rooms near Market Square sell out and price above normal city rates.
Day 9
Book flights into Piedmont Triad International (GSO) or Charlotte Douglas (CLT), then compare the ground transfer to downtown High Point — GSO is the closest gateway; CLT usually has more routings but adds a longer drive.
Day 10
Register for a High Point Market buyer credential on the official organiser site and upload trade documentation for verification; Arrive, collect your badge, pick up a printed directory and walk the Market Square area to orient yourself before appointments start — An orientation walk on arrival day saves time on the first full buying morning.
Day 11
Recheck flight status and hotel check-in time, and confirm the transfer plan for arrival day
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Market Square
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Antique & Design Center of High Point registration concourse
Market Square
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Market Square
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Antique & Design Center of High Point fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Antique & Design Center of High Point, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
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visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Antique furniture and decor and Vintage art and collectibles solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Antique & Design Center of High Point in High Point.
Min. budget
$622.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Antique furniture and decor and Vintage art and collectibles products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,799.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the High Point show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where is Market Square in High Point and how far is it from downtown hotels?
Market Square is a High Point Market show building in downtown High Point, North Carolina. The nearest captured hotels, SpringHill Suites by Marriott High Point Downtown and Townhouse Inn, are 0.1 mi and 0.3 mi away, an 8-9 minute walk via W Commerce Ave, S Elm St and W High Ave. Market Square also has its own exhibitor page on the High Point Market site.
How do I get to High Point Market from the airport?
High Point is served by several nearby airports, with Rome2Rio listing five options. High Point Market publishes a Travel Planning page and a Transportation page with show shuttle schedules and a shuttle reservation system; check those before booking transfers, as airport drive times were not confirmed in the captured sources.
Is there parking near Market Square during High Point Market?
Yes. The City of High Point publishes an off-street downtown parking guide, and Parkopedia, ParkMe and SpotMyPark list lots and garages around High Point and the furniture market district. High Point Market's own FAQ covers show parking and shuttle arrangements; reserve early during market weeks when downtown demand peaks.
Does High Point have public transit to the show venues?
High Point Transit System operates the city bus network, with route maps and schedules on the City of High Point transit page and in the Transit app. During market weeks the organiser shuttle network is usually the more direct option between show buildings, with schedules and reservations on highpointmarket.org.
What should I pack for an April High Point Market visit?
Expect mild spring conditions in the North Carolina Piedmont with variable daytime temperatures and occasional rain. Bring a light waterproof layer, comfortable walking shoes for downtown show-building walks, and business casual clothing for showroom meetings and evening events.
Glossary
- High Point Market
- The semi-annual home furnishings market held in High Point, North Carolina, where permanent showroom buildings across downtown open to retail buyers, interior designers and trade visitors for a six-day order-writing week.
- Market Square
- A downtown High Point show building complex with its own exhibitor listing on the official High Point Market site; one of several anchor buildings rather than the only venue.
- Show building
- One of the permanent multi-floor showroom buildings spread across downtown High Point instead of a single convention hall; attendees move between them on foot, by market shuttle or by car.
- IHFC (International Home Furnishings Center)
- A large multi-floor showroom building on West High Avenue in downtown High Point, historically one of the market's principal furniture and lighting addresses.
- High Point Market Authority
- The trade body that produces High Point Market, publishes the exhibitor directory, buyer registration, transportation and seminar information, and coordinates market-week services.
- Buyer credential
- The trade badge issued after registration and verification of a buyer's retail, design or trade affiliation; it is required to enter showrooms and to use market-week services.
- Showroom
- A permanent exhibitor space inside a show building, typically organised by brand and by product category across several floors, where buyers write orders during market week.
- Case goods
- Non-upholstered furniture built mainly from wood, veneer or stone, covering bedroom, dining and occasional categories such as chests, beds, tables and cabinets.
- Upholstery
- Sofas, sectionals, chairs and other seating built on a frame with springs, foam and fabric or leather covers; a core High Point category alongside case goods and lighting.
- Occasional furniture
- Accent and auxiliary pieces such as cocktail tables, side tables, consoles and etageres, usually shown alongside upholstery and case goods collections.
- Design trade
- Interior designers, architects and design firms who source furniture, lighting and accessories from showrooms for residential and hospitality projects.
- Market shuttle
- The show-week bus loop that links show buildings, parking areas and outlying showroom districts; schedules and reservation details are published on the organiser's Transportation page.
- Piedmont Triad
- The North Carolina region anchored by Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point; it contains the closest commercial airport to the market and most of the region's hotel supply.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Antique & Design Center of High Point 2027
- Antique 2027
- Antique High Point 2027
- Design Center 2027
- Design Center High Point 2027
- High Point USA
- Antique furniture and decor
- Vintage art and collectibles
- Home accessories and textiles
- Restoration services for antiques
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