Spring in the interior design world is just as colorful as it is outdoors! New collections arise, the busy season kicks in, the energy picks up, and honestly? Some of the best events of the year happen between now and June.

Whether you're looking to grow your business, find your people, source for upcoming projects, or just get a much-needed dose of inspiration — this season's lineup has something for every kind of designer. We've rounded up the three events on our radar right now, with everything you need to know to decide if they're worth your time (spoiler: they are!!!).

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🌿 Midwest Design Retreat — May 4–6, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN

What it is: A three-day, all-inclusive business retreat exclusively for interior designers — held at the beautiful Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis.

If you haven't heard of the Midwest Design Retreat yet, let us be the first to tell you — this one is something special. Hosted by Jennifer Davis of Davis Interiors, it's intimate, thoughtful, and genuinely tailored to where you are in your business.

Here's what makes it different:

✦ It's built around you. Before you arrive, every attendee submits their real challenges and questions — so the content is designed around what you actually need, not a preset curriculum.
✦ The speaker lineup is 🔥. We're talking Bria Hammel (AD, Traditional Home, House Beautiful), Melissa Oholendt of OHO Interiors, photographer Aimée Mazzenga (AD Top 50 — and she'll be sharing what editors actually want), Krissa Rossbund of Traditional Home, and builder Mark Williams of The Curious Builder podcast.
✦ It covers the real stuff. Pricing for profitability, vendor relationships, PR, marketing, brand strategy, client experience — the sessions go deep.
✦ The evenings are delicious. Elegant dinners that feel more like a celebration than a networking event.
✦ Everything is included. Meals, drinks, sessions, gifts — all taken care of so you can fully focus on the good stuff.

P.S. — We're proud to be a sponsor of this year's event, and we’re so excited what the Midwest Design Retreat is building for the design community! 🎉 We’d love to connect while you are there!!

⚡ Spots are still available — but limited!⚡

👉 Grab Your Tickets→ Here!

🪑 High Point Market — April 25–29, 2026 | High Point, NC

What it is: The world's largest trade fair for residential furniture and interior design — held twice a year in High Point, North Carolina, aka the Furniture Capital of the World.

If you've never been to High Point Market, put it on the list immediately. And if you're a regular — you already know why we're hyped for spring.

Here's the quick rundown:

✦ The scale is unreal. 2,000+ exhibitors, 180 buildings, and tens of thousands of new product debuts. It's where the industry comes to see what's next.
✦ It's not just about sourcing. Spring 2026 is packed with panels, keynotes, tours, and networking events — covering everything from lighting strategy and kitchen design to tariffs, profitability, and luxury client sales.
✦ The Style Spotters are back. High Point Market's signature trend-scouting program returns with a new 2026 team of five designers identifying the top products across showrooms — worth following along on @highpointmarket on Instagram.
✦ Pre-registration is FREE for qualified buyers — but closes April 22nd, so get on that ASAP.

🗺️ First time at Market? Meet your new best friend:

If you're not already following @cool.girls.guide on Instagram, do it right now. The Cool Girls Guide to HP is the ultimate insider resource for navigating High Point — what to wear, where to eat, which showrooms are actually worth your time, and how to make the most of every single day. Think of them as the friend who's been to Market a hundred times and wants to make sure you have the best experience possible. A total game changer for first-timers.

👉 Register for High Point Market (Free) → Here
👉Download the Cool Girls Guide → Here!

🍷 Haven Workshop — May 4–7, 2026 | Sonoma, CA

What it is: A four-day immersive business retreat for interior designers, held at the stunning MacArthur Place hotel and spa in the heart of Sonoma wine country.

For the designer who's ready to do some seriously good business work in a seriously beautiful setting — the Haven Workshop is exactly that.

Here's why it's worth the trip:

✦ It's designed for all levels. Whether you're just starting to scale or leading an established firm, Haven tailors the experience for where you are right now.
✦ Speakers who join the conversation. Industry influencers sharing honest, unfiltered insights at the intersection of artistry and entrepreneurship — no fluff.
✦ Building your local Community. Attendees consistently say Haven is where they found their design industry people — lifelong connections, not just LinkedIn connections.
✦ The setting doesn't hurt. Four days in Sonoma at a design-forward boutique hotel and spa. Enough said.
✦ You leave with more than notes. A clearer vision, a stronger strategy, and a renewed sense of purpose for your business.

👉 Learn More & Register → Here

✨ Honorable Mention: Salone del Mobile.Milano — April 21–26, 2026 | Milan, Italy

Okay, we know this one requires a passport — but we'd be doing you a disservice if we didn't mention it.

Salone del Mobile.Milano is the world's most prestigious international furniture and design fair, held annually in Milan at Fiera Milano Rho. Now in its 64th edition, it's the event where the global design industry sets the tone for the year ahead — and this spring's lineup is particularly exciting.

Here's why it's worth knowing about even if you're not going:

✦ The scale is extraordinary. Thousands of exhibitors from across the globe, presenting everything from furniture and lighting to kitchen design, bathroom innovation, and workplace interiors.
✦ 2026 brings some new additions. This year marks the return of EuroCucina and the FTK Technology For the Kitchen exhibition, plus brand-new features including Salone Raritas and an architectural installation called "Aurea, an Architectural Fiction."
✦ It sets global trends. Whatever debuts at Salone will influence what your clients are asking for and what vendors are pushing for the next 12–18 months. Following along — even from home — is genuinely useful intel.
✦ It's a dream trip for any designer. If it's ever been on your bucket list, this is the year to look into it. Early bird tickets are available at a discounted rate until April 17th.

Can't make it to Milan? Follow @isaloniofficial on Instagram for real-time coverage — it's the next best thing.

👉 Learn More & Get Tickets → Here

Your Spring 2026 Events Cheat Sheet 📋

Here's a quick reference so you have everything in one place:

Spring 2026 is shaping up to be a big season for the design community — and we're here for all of it. Whether you make it to one event or all three, showing up for your business (and your people) is always worth the investment.

And when you get back buzzing with ideas and a to-do list a mile long? That's exactly what we're here for. 😊

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