Trade-only New York sourcing fair for performance and sustainable fabrics, trims and accessories, at the Javits Center on 20–21 July 2027 for verified buyers.
Dates
20–21 Jul 2027
City / country
New York, United States
Venue
Javits Center
Time
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Event overview
Functional Fabric Fair powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS is the US sourcing marketplace for high-performance and sustainable textiles, trims and accessories. The Summer 2027 edition runs 20–21 July at the Javits Center in New York City, timed to the 2027/2028 summer season.
A curated floor of international mills and technology brands sits alongside Expert Talks, a Trend Forum and a Future Fabrics Expo Innovation Hub. Buyers from outdoor, activewear, swim, lingerie and performance lifestyle labels come to handle fabrics, compare finishes and meet suppliers face to face.
Registration is trade-only and free for verified apparel professionals.
TL;DR
See and handle the season's performance fabrics in one hall, compare mills side by side, and meet the technical teams behind each construction. The July timing fits range-building for summer 2027/2028, while Expert Talks and the Trend Forum add market direction to supplier meetings.
New York Market Week concentrates apparel brands, designers and sourcing executives in one city. A compact, curated floor rewards suppliers with qualified meetings rather than broad footfall, and the show's minimal-waste booth model keeps build costs and carbon footprint low.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1Javits Center, 429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001, United States
Entrances & gates
Main entrance
429 11th Avenue, accessible from the West 34th Street corner.
Food options
Javits Center café and concessions
On-site diningParking: Use the on-site garage off West 34th Street; pre-book a space during market weeks because Midtown West fills early.
Gate: Enter at the main 11th Avenue entrance and follow signs to the show registration desk in the Crystal Palace lobby.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Visitor badge
Trade-only registration is free for verified apparel professionals.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Bring a business photo ID and your registration confirmation to the main registration desk.
Ticket notes
Registration is free of charge and limited to verified designers, product, purchasing, material and sustainability professionals; media register through the media desk.
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Exhibitors: 150
This edition
2027
Visitors: 2,500
Exhibitors: 150
Next edition
2028
No 2028 dates or venue have been announced. The New York summer edition is expected to return on its annual cycle, but that is an assumption rather than a published booking.
Impact
The New York summer edition is a compact, high-intent sourcing stop rather than a mass-market expo. Its value comes from concentrating verified apparel buyers and a curated supplier set into two days during New York market week, which lowers the cost of finding qualified material partners on both sides of the floor.
Audience quality
The audience is screened for trade relevance: designers, product developers, sourcing and material managers, sustainability leads and apparel executives. The 2026 edition drew teams from outdoor, activewear, swim, lingerie and performance lifestyle brands, so exhibitors meet specification-level buyers rather than general public traffic.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on meeting the right brand teams rather than raw footfall. Suppliers with clear seasonal stories, certification data and sample readiness can use two days of pre-booked meetings to fill a US pipeline. No audited ROI, rebooking rate or satisfaction score is claimed here.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
US performance apparel brands concentrate design and sourcing decisions in New York, and July sits at the point where summer 2027/2028 materials are specified. A tight, curated show gives mills and technology suppliers access to decision-makers without the cost of a large conventional booth.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Bio-based and recycled performance fibres
Brands are shifting from conventional polyester and nylon toward recycled, bio-based and lower-impact feedstocks without accepting a performance penalty.
What it changes: Suppliers with certified, traceable feedstock can win specifications that are being rewritten for the 2027/2028 season.
PFAS-free weather protection
Water repellency is being reformulated as regulators and brands move away from long-chain fluorochemicals.
What it changes: Mills that can document PFAS-free finishes and comparable rain performance are better placed in outdoor and all-weather ranges.
Traceability and digital product passports
Material provenance, chemical inventories and chain-of-custody data are becoming part of the buying decision, not a back-office extra.
What it changes: Suppliers who can hand buyers structured traceability data shorten qualification and reduce compliance risk.
The New York summer edition is one stop in a US circuit that also covers Portland and Orlando, alongside the wider New York market-week shows.
Functional Fabric Fair Portland Fall
Portland, United States
October 2026 Portland edition; exact dates not fetched, so the month is shown as a planning window.
websiteFunctional Fabric Fair Orlando
Orlando, United States
January 2027 stop in the US circuit; exact dates not fetched, so the month is shown as a planning window.
websiteFunctional Fabric Fair Portland Spring
Portland, United States
Spring Portland edition at the Oregon Convention Center; exact 2027 dates printed by the organiser.
websiteTexworld New York City
New York, United States
Broad apparel sourcing show at the Javits Center in July; dates are the market-week window, not a fetched calendar.
websiteSummer 2027 New York
Both sit in the July New York market week.
US circuit
Plan travel across the Portland, Orlando and New York stops.
Sister-edition names and approximate months come from the 2026 post-show trade report; exact future dates were not all published.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Main long-haul gateway; AirTrain connects to Jamaica for the subway and LIRR.
about 26 km
to venue
45–75 minutes by taxi or rideshare
by car
Newark Liberty International Airport
Useful for Star Alliance and United routes; NJ Transit and Amtrak connect to Penn Station.
about 23 km
to venue
35–60 minutes by taxi or rideshare
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 180–240 / night
Simple rooms within a 15–25 minute walk or short subway ride of the Javits Center; book early for market week.
USD 280–380 / night
Best balance of walkability and room quality; many properties sit within 10–20 minutes of the venue.
USD 450–650 / night
Larger rooms and river views close to the Javits Center; rates spike during July market week.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Subway
Use OMNY contactless payment; allow 20 minutes from Midtown hotels.
Taxi / rideshare
Traffic is heavy on weekday mornings and during market week; pre-book the return trip.
Bus
Frequent crosstown service; useful from Penn Station and Herald Square.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-1 business visitor | Visitors who are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program and need to attend meetings or a trade show | $185.00 | Interview wait times vary by consulate; allow 8–12 weeks | |
| ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) | Eligible nationals of Visa Waiver Program countries visiting for business meetings or a trade show | $40.00 | Usually minutes; apply at least 72 hours before travel |
US citizens and lawful permanent residents do not need a visa. Canadian citizens generally enter visa-free for business visits.
The US accepts ATA carnets for temporary professional equipment and display goods; list all items and carry the carnet for CBP inspection.
Official visa pageWeather
July in New York is hot and humid, typically 24–30°C by day, with afternoon thunderstorms and strong air-conditioning indoors. Pack light layers and an umbrella.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Javits Center has Wi-Fi in public areas; mobile coverage is strong across Midtown West. US SIMs and eSIMs are available at JFK and EWR.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Punctuality and small talk
Meetings start on time; a brief personal exchange is welcome but keep the first supplier call focused on capability, capacity and certifications.
Tipping and payments
Card payment is near-universal. Restaurant servers expect 18–20% before tax; taxis and rideshares accept in-app tipping.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: JFK
Book 8–12 weeks ahead for July; Tuesday arrivals are cheaper than Monday. JFK has the widest long-haul choice, with EWR as a secondary option.
Most European and several other nationals can travel under the Visa Waiver Program with an approved ESTA; others need a B-1 visitor visa. Check eligibility before booking.
Estimated cost: USD 40 ESTA or USD 185 B-1 visa fee
Processing: ESTA usually within 72 hours; B-1 allow 8–12 weeks
Carry registration confirmation, hotel booking and a letter from your employer.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: JFK: AirTrain to Jamaica, then LIRR or subway to Penn Station and a short taxi; taxi direct is 45–75 minutes. EWR: NJ Transit to Penn Station, then taxi or the 7 train.
Hotel → venue: Walk from Hudson Yards and Midtown West hotels; use the 7 train or M34-SBS bus from further east.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft serve both airports and the Javits Center; use the designated pickup zone on 11th Avenue.
Public transit: OMNY contactless fare is USD 2.90 per subway or bus ride; a 7-day pass is available.
Parking: On-site Javits garage and commercial lots nearby; expect USD 40–70 per day during market week.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: July
Temperature: 24–30°C daytime, 20–24°C overnight
Seasonality: Hot and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms; indoor halls are heavily air-conditioned.
Packing: Light breathable clothing, a compact umbrella, comfortable walking shoes and a light layer for the hall.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 1 (Tuesday 20 July)
The first day carries the fullest supplier attendance and the opening round of Expert Talks, so a one-day visitor sees the complete floor and the freshest programming.
Confirm registration and upload business credentials — Trade-only entry is screened; use a company email and a recent business ID.
Book flights and a refundable hotel in Hudson Yards or Midtown West — July market week pushes rates up; keep a free-cancellation option.
Shortlist suppliers and request meetings — Use the exhibitor list and target 8–12 mills across two days.
Check ESTA or visa status and print confirmation — Carry registration, hotel and employer letter for CBP.
Plan the route to 429 11th Ave and pack for heat and rain — The 7 train to Hudson Yards is the most reliable approach.
Collect badge and walk the Trend Forum
Javits Center main lobbySupplier meetings with three pre-booked mills
Exhibit HallLunch and informal networking
Concourse caféExpert Talks session and second supplier block
Expert Talks stageHigh Line and Chelsea Market
Urban Walk and Food
15–25 minutes on foot from the Javits Center
A easy post-show walk through planted aerial gardens into Chelsea Market for dinner.
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Landmark and History
Ferry from Battery Park, about 30 minutes by subway plus sailing time
A half-day add-on for international visitors; book the official ferry in advance.
Hudson River promenade at Hudson Yards
Outdoor walk
Five minutes from the Javits Center; good for a coffee meeting or an evening stroll.
Hudson Yards restaurants and bars
Dining and drinks
Concentrated choice of restaurants within a 10-minute walk; book for groups during market week.
Two days of meetings only convert when the follow-up is fast and specific. The 48-hour window keeps the show conversation ahead of competing suppliers and gives the buyer the documents needed to move a fabric into prototyping.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 650–850 / m²
Raw space
USD 400–600 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 exhibitor tariff was published. Ranges reflect New York City venue costs and the show’s turn-key booth model; confirm with RX before budgeting.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
shell_scheme
exhibitor · standard
USD 5850–7650 / 9 sqm stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 280–380 / room per night
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| shell_scheme | exhibitor | standard | USD 5850–7650 / 9 sqm stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 280–380 / room per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions point to the best way to use Functional Fabric Fair Summer 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
Which best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a live range to cost and at least six target suppliers.
Best for
Designers, sourcing managers and material teams who need to compare suppliers and build a seasonal palette
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
2–4 weeks before the show
Risks
Meeting slots fill before the show
July hotel rates spike
exhibit
You have a US-ready collection, certifications and a pre-booked meeting plan.
Best for
Mills, trim makers and technology brands selling into US apparel and outdoor labels
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
3–4 months before the show
Risks
Freight and union labor costs
A weak meeting calendar leaves the stand quiet
skip
Your next range is more than a year out and you cannot act on a supplier meeting.
Best for
Buyers with no active sourcing brief or no authority to specify materials
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing a focused supplier set
Losing a market-week meeting window
Book with
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
The 11th Avenue convention center that hosts the New York summer edition and provides the exhibit halls, meeting space and on-site services.
Venue resource, not a confirmed 2027 sponsor.
NYC Tourism + Conventions
Official New York City destination resource for hotels, transport and visitor planning around the show.
Destination resource, not a confirmed 2027 partner.
New York City Economic Development Corporation
City economic development body supporting the apparel, design and manufacturing sectors that supply the show’s buyer base.
Public body resource, not a confirmed 2027 sponsor.
RX (Reed Exhibitions)
The event organiser behind Functional Fabric Fair and the PERFORMANCE DAYS partnership in the United States.
Organiser resource; commercial partnerships for 2027 were not published.
Recommended providers
Official B-1 visa and ESTA guidance.
NYC Tourism + Conventions hotel directory
Compare Midtown West and Hudson Yards rates before booking.
Wide US and transatlantic network into JFK and LGA.
International freight and customs brokerage; confirm the show-appointed handler in the exhibitor manual.
Business travel and exhibitor liability cover; confirm the venue certificate requirement.
Harbour cruises and Statue of Liberty ferry packages.
Badge-scan lead capture with CRM export.
FAQs & glossary
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