About this expo
HPMKT - High Point Market is globally recognized as the largest trade show for the home furnishings industry. Taking place twice annually in High Point, North Carolina, USA, it provides a crucial platform for the introduction of new home furnishings styles, trends, and products, fostering essential connections among industry professionals.
The market features an extensive array of exhibitors, covering every category, style, and price point within the home furnishings sector. Product categories include Accent Furniture, Antiques/Reproductions, Bar Furniture, Bath, Bedroom Furniture, Decorative Accessories, Dining, Fireplace & Hearth, Game Room/Recreational, Home Theater, Juvenile, Kitchen, Lamp & Lighting, Mattresses, Office, Outdoor/Patio, Ready-to-Assemble Furniture, Rugs & Carpet, Storage & Display, Textiles & Soft Goods, Upholstered Furniture, and Wall Coverings & Decor, alongside new furniture, cabinetry, interior design, and material trends.
Exclusively open to professionals, the event attracts a diverse audience including retailers, interior designers, manufacturers, suppliers, architects, decorators, showroom owners, e-commerce businesses, media, influencers, and design professionals. Attendees visit to explore new products, gain insights from educational seminars, participate in networking events, and learn about design presentations and trend forecasts.
Highlights
5 items- Largest home furnishings industry trade show in the world.
- AUMA listed.
- Venue: Downtown High Point & Thomasville.
- Approximately 2,000 exhibitors (2019, 2025) and 11 million square feet (2019, 2025) of showroom space.
- Concurrent programs include "Hot Spot Tours" (2026) and educational sessions.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does HPMKT - High Point Market take place?+
The event is scheduled from October 17 to October 21, 2026, in High Point, United States, specifically at Downtown High Point & Thomasville. It is held two times annually.
Who organizes HPMKT - High Point Market?+
The event is organized by the International Home Furnishings Marketing Assoc. The official sponsor and organizer is the High Point Market Authority, a 501(c)(6) corporation funded by its exhibitors, the State of North Carolina, Guilford County, and the City of High Point.
What industries and products are covered at HPMKT - High Point Market?+
The market covers the home furnishings industry, showcasing products such as Accent Furniture, Antiques/Reproductions, Bar Furniture, Bath, Bedroom Furniture, Decorative Accessories, Dining, Fireplace & Hearth, Game Room/Recreational, Home Theater, Juvenile, Kitchen, Lamp & Lighting, Mattresses, Office, Outdoor/Patio, Ready-to-Assemble Furniture, Rugs & Carpet, Storage & Display, Textiles & Soft Goods, Upholstered Furniture, and Wall Coverings & Decor.
How can I attend HPMKT - High Point Market?+
HPMKT - High Point Market is open to professionals only. Registration for Fall Market 2026 is open online. A qualifying Market pass is required to enter showrooms, buildings, and educational events. Information on exhibiting is not provided in the available inputs.
What are the registration details for HPMKT - High Point Market?+
Online registration for Fall Market 2026 closes at 6 p.m. ET on October 14, 2026. After this date, onsite registration opens on October 15, 2026. Buyer passes are free during pre-registration (2026), but incur a $30 non-refundable onsite processing fee after online registration closes (2026). Industry passes are $55 during pre-registration (2026) and $85 during Market (2026), with a $30 non-refundable onsite processing fee once online registration closes (2026). Domestic attendees registering by October 2, 2026, and international attendees by September 18, 2026, will receive mailed credentials.