The latest and greatest events in design this month.
NYCxDesign
The NYCxDESIGN Festival returns this week, May 14-20, bringing together more than 163,000 designers, innovators, industry leaders, and enthusiasts for a week-long celebration of creativity, collaboration, and cultural exchange. See the press release here for a listing of events and learn more at nycdesign.org.
Afternoon Light
Afternoon Light returns as New York Design Week’s premier destination for contemporary furniture, objects and material innovation, bringing together a tightly curated mix of iconic brands, independent studios and emerging talents shaping the future of design. Equal parts discovery platform and cultural touchpoint, the annual event draws the A&D community and design enthusiasts alike for an elevated look at what’s defining the conversation now. Held at WSA, 161 Water Street, NYC. Get tickets, view exhibitors and FAQs at afternoonlight.com.
ICFF
Hosted NYCxDESIGN, ICFF brings together the global design community for three days of discovery and connection, May 17-19th, at The Javits Center in NYC. This year’s gathering will include:
- Access to 400+ international design brands & independent designers
- Entry to 25+ ICFF Talks, hosted by industry leaders and innovators
- The ICFF Editor’s Awards, with champagne served to celebrate the best in products
- Networking with 13,000+ industry professionals over three action-packed days
- NEW FOR 2026: Contribution to a new partnership between Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester to support the organization’s work to expand access to permanently affordable homeownership and advance equitable housing solutions
Learn more at ICFF.com
TEFAF New York
TEFAF New York brings together internationally renowned dealers to showcase their work in the historic Park Avenue Armory. Featuring over 90 prestigious international galleries, the show offers the best in modern and contemporary art, design, jewelry, and ancient art. Purchase tickets, view the lineup, and more at tefaf.com.
Field & Supply
The bi-annual event returns May 29-31st to Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY. Favored for its carefully curated selection of makers from a variety of studios and workshops representing a wide range of crafts, unique events, live music, food and drink, the event is a highlight for the design set. Purchase tickets, explore the line up and exhibitors, book your travel, and more at fieldandsupply.com.
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