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High Point Market Authority
Add to MyMarketThe High Point Market Authority is the official sponsor and organizer of the High Point Market in High Point, N.C. Featuring an extensive selection of exhibitors spanning every category, style, and price point, and attracting tens of thousands of visitors from more than 100 countries twice each year, the High Point Market is the driving force of the home furnishings industry. Find the High Point Market anywhere online, and follow on social media using the hashtag #HPMKT.
Hot Spot Tours
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 1 (Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans and 2026 Style Spotters Juliana Ewer and Isabel Ladd, each curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. Meet at The Point at 9:15 am ahead of a 9:30 am departure. Tour schedule and RSVP coming soon.
Speakers: Juliana Ewer, Isabel Ladd
What Your Brand Partners Wish You Would Ask For
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Green Line)
Your brand relationships are worth more than a discount code. In this session, veteran designers and brand leader Revolution Fabrics come together to pull back the curtain on what a strategic partnership really looks like, and how to make it work for your business. Learn how to tap into co-marketing opportunities, educational resources, and brand support that most designers leave on the table. Whether you're looking to grow your visibility, strengthen your portfolio, or build long-term relationships that align with your aesthetic and values, this conversation will change how you think about every brand introduction.
Speakers: Jessica Duce, Austin Gibbons, Claire Jefford, Libby Langdon, Jennifer Smiga
Market-at-Market
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 1 (Green Line)
Join us at Market-at-Market, a shopping experience organized by the High Point Market Authority. Local craftspeople and vendors will showcase and sell their non-decor related products in a vibrant gift shop setting in the Center Stage arena. Food trucks will also be onsite. Open Saturday through Monday, 11am to 3pm.
Nobody Told Me This Was Part of the Job
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Green Line)
Design school teaches craft, but nobody covers how to get clients, talk about your work, or articulate your value. Join a candid conversation with designers who have faced setbacks, made mistakes, and navigated the challenges that come with building a successful career. They'll share the real-world lessons, practical insights, and hard-earned wisdom they wish someone had told them earlier. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, you'll hear real stories and leave with practical advice and a fresh perspective on the parts of the job anyone rarely talks about.
Speakers: Nicole Culler, Reed Humphrey, Jennifer Hutton, Jessica Duce
Live Music at Center Stage
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 1 (Green Line)
Join us at Center Stage on Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18 for two evenings of live music presented by the High Point Market Authority. Talent announcements coming soon. Gates open at 6:30 pm, with early entry for buyers at 6:15 pm. Enjoy complimentary food & beverages. No admission for those under the age of 15; a valid Fall Market Pass is required for entry.
Hot Spot Tours
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans and 2026 Style Spotters Amber Guyton and Kathy Kuo, each curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. Meet at The Point at 9:15 am ahead of a 9:30 am departure. Tour schedule and RSVP coming soon.
Speakers: Amber Guyton, Kathy Kuo
The Human Advantage: What AI Can't Replace
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Green Line)
As technology continues to reshape the design industry, one thing remains irreplaceable: human connection. In this thought-provoking session, Tracee Murphy, The Design Biz Therapist, explores the intersection of psychology, emotional intelligence, and emerging technology. While AI can improve efficiency and support creativity, trust, empathy, communication, and relationship-building remain the true drivers of client loyalty and business success. Attendees will discover how to embrace innovation without losing the human skills that differentiate exceptional firms, while learning practical strategies for balancing technology with authenticity in an increasingly digital world.
Speakers: Tracee Murphy
Market-at-Market
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 1 (Green Line)
Join us at Market-at-Market, a shopping experience organized by the High Point Market Authority. Local craftspeople and vendors will showcase and sell their non-decor related products in a vibrant gift shop setting in the Center Stage arena. Food trucks will also be onsite. Open Saturday through Monday, 11am to 3pm.
Live Music at Center Stage
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 1 (Green Line)
Join us at Center Stage on Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18 for two evenings of live music presented by the High Point Market Authority. Talent announcements coming soon. Gates open at 6:30 pm, with early entry for buyers at 6:15 pm. Enjoy complimentary food & beverages. No admission for those under the age of 15; a valid Fall Market Pass is required for entry.
Hot Spot Tour
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran and 2026 Style Spotter Rhobin Delacruz, this curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. Meet at The Point at 9:15 am ahead of a 9:30 am departure. Tour schedule and RSVP coming soon.
Speakers: Rhobin DelaCruz
The Inside Stories Franchise: A New Revenue Stream for Design Firms
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Green Line)
As demand grows for attainable, flexible interior design services, many firms are asking the same question: How do you grow without adding significant overhead or overwhelming your team? Join Inside Stories founder and CEO Miranda Cullen as she shares the vision behind the firm's innovative franchise model, developed after scaling one of Colorado's leading interior design businesses. The franchise opportunity is designed to complement established design firms and independent designers. This model introduces a scalable micro design service that expands revenue, increases client capacity, and creates new growth opportunities—all while preserving the creativity, quality, and personalized service that define great design. Complimentary lunch.
Speakers: Miranda Cullen
Market-at-Market
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 1 (Green Line)
Join us at Market-at-Market, a shopping experience organized by the High Point Market Authority. Local craftspeople and vendors will showcase and sell their non-decor related products in a vibrant gift shop setting in the Center Stage arena. Food trucks will also be onsite. Open Saturday through Monday, 11am to 3pm.