COVER Connect NY Registration Now Open

Registration is open for COVER Connect New York 2026, the leading trade show dedicated to highend
rugs and carpets. Hosted by COVER magazine, the show returns to Manhattan’s Metropolitan
Pavilion and The Altman Building from September 26–28, bringing together forty-four rug brands with
manufacturers, designers and buyers from across the rug and interiors industries.

Since its launch in 2021, COVER Connect New York has grown steadily in scope. It has become a firm
favourite among buyers from rug galleries, furniture retailers, department stores and interior design firms, who appreciate its convenient central location, collaborative atmosphere and the breadth and quality of products on show. Open exclusively to trade professionals, COVER Connect New York provides a focused environment to source new rugs, explore custom opportunities and build relationships in person — while also offering inspiration through design-led collections and conversation with some of the industry’s most knowledgeable makers.

The show offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary rug production, spanning traditional
rugs and flatweaves, versatile flooring solutions for residential and commercial projects, contemporary
artistic works and exclusive commissions. Exhibitors are selected to complement one another, ensuring
visitors encounter the widest possible range of styles, materials and price points in one setting. Buyers
gain a rare, in-depth view of what’s possible in woven flooring, from artisan-made showpieces to more
accessible, stylish carpeting.

With everything from traditional Persian and Turkish rugs to ultra-modern art pieces, in its sixth year
COVER Connect New York remains the definitive place to discover the best of woven design and custom rug solutions in an inspiring and supportive setting.

Registration

Visitor registration: ccny26registration.thecoverconnect.com

Press registration: ccny26registration.thecoverconnect.com/press

COVER Connect New York 2026 is free to attend and open to industry professionals. Register now to benefit from fast-track entry.

Fast-track entry for COVER Connect New York 2026 closes on 17 September.

Industry professionals who register by the deadline will have their applications verified ahead of the show, reducing wait times on arrival and allowing for faster entry at the Metropolitan Pavilion registration desk.

Visitor registration will remain open after 17 September, but those registering after the deadline will not benefit from fast-track entry.

Design Highlights and Exhibitor Quotes

New collections, design additions, exciting samples and fresh custom options will be launched at COVER Connect New York this September, with exhibitors using the specialist three-day event to introduce their latest rugs and carpets to clients and visitors.

S&H Rugs will bring a vibrant reimagining of traditional Persian design. Kristina Drozd and Xhuljana Hamiti of S&H Rugs say: ‘We are taking the breathtaking heritage of classic Persian motifs and injecting them with bold, trend forward colours. Every hand-knotted piece we’re bringing celebrates the perfect marriage of historical elegance and modern maximalism.’

The latest instalment of Knots Rugs’ Artist Collaboration series, based on the work of Manchester-based abstract painter Ian Rayer-Smith, will preview at the show.

Creative Matters will expand its celebrated 2025 Loominary collection, which the company says, ‘celebrates artistic expression, thoughtful craftsmanship, and the collaborative process that transforms ideas into beautifully crafted pieces.’

Couristan describes Nouvelle, its latest hand-knotted collection in 100% pure wool, as ‘abstract contemporary’ with ‘tribal vibes’.

French Accents will showcase a new collection of Art Deco rugs in unique textures, alongside new Oushak rugs woven on all-wool foundations.

Murat Ketenci from KETENCI says, ‘We are proud to launch our latest line to COVER Connect. Our signature wash and finish process has helped us achieve texture and patina and gives the rugs the feel and touch of handmade paper and the look of an antique silk rug.’

Exhibitors

Amer Rugs — Anadol Rugs — Arsin Rug Gallery — Art de Vivre — Asha Carpets — Banu Home
— Battilossi — Bespoke Tibetan Carpets — Caravan — Couristan — Creative Matters —
Design Materials Inc. — French Accents — Harounian Rugs International — Izza Berber
— Jade Industries — Jaipur Rugs — KETENCI — Kirkit Rugs — Knot & Co — Knots Rugs — Lapchi —Momeni — New Moon — Nourison Home — Olker Rugs — Pampas Leather — Parviz Oriental Rugs — Rebel Carpets — Rug Maroc — S&H Rugs — Samad Rugs — Sattar Rugs — Service Buddy —Sumaq Alpaca — Tamarian — The New England Collection — The Rug Imports —
Tibet Rug Company — Tissage — Turquoise Mountain — UnderItAll — Via Star Rugs — Wool & Silk