High Point Market 2026: Hotels & Where to Stay
17 Oct to 21 Oct 2026 International Home Furnishings Center & downtown showrooms 75,000 attendees
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Where to stay for High Point Market 2026: the closest hotels to International Home Furnishings Center & downtown showrooms are in Downtown High Point and Greensboro, with Winston-Salem a short ride away. The fair runs 17 Oct to 21 Oct 2026 and rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised tax invoice.
High Point Market is the world's largest home furnishings industry trade show, transforming downtown High Point, North Carolina into a sprawling network of showrooms twice a year. Furniture manufacturers, designers, retailers, buyers and press from around the globe fill hundreds of buildings across the city for roughly a week of product launches and orders. For a hotel-booking traveller the defining feature is scale versus supply: High Point is a small city with limited hotel rooms for an event drawing tens of thousands, so attendees spread across High Point, Greensboro, Winston-Salem and the wider Piedmont Triad, and even into short-term rentals. The Market runs an extensive free shuttle network linking a downtown Transportation Terminal, showroom districts and area hotels, which makes being on a shuttle route more important than being walking-distance to a specific building. Booking very early anywhere with reliable shuttle or highway access is the key to a smooth Market week.
Popular areas for attendees: Downtown High Point · Greensboro · Winston-Salem.
- High Point is a small city with limited rooms for a huge event, so early booking across the Triad is essential.
- The Market's free shuttle network links downtown, showroom districts and many partner hotels, so being on a route matters more than walking distance.
- Greensboro, Winston-Salem and surrounding towns absorb overflow demand within an easy drive or shuttle ride.
- Downtown parking is limited during Market, so a hotel with shuttle service or good highway access simplifies each day.
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 17 Oct to 21 Oct 2026
- Venue
- International Home Furnishings Center & downtown showrooms
- City
- High Point, United States
- Airport
- GSO
- Attendance
- 75,000
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Rates shown for the event window, Fri, Oct 16 → Thu, Oct 22 (arrive the day before, leave the day after) — or choose your own dates above.
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Where to eat during High Point Market
High Point is a small furniture-showroom city, so downtown dining is limited and books out solid during Market week; reserve days ahead. The real depth is a 20-min drive east to Greensboro, worth the taxi or rideshare for a serious client dinner.
Blue Water Grille
Seafood / Southern
Downtown High Point, walkable from the showrooms
Downtown's polished go-to for a Market-week client dinner, seafood-forward with standout shrimp and grits and crab cakes. The most reliable upscale table within walking distance of the showrooms.
Tip: Book several days ahead; it fills completely during Market.
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Magnolia Blue
Modern Southern
Downtown High Point, walkable
Reimagined Southern comfort like bourbon chicken and slow-roasted ribs in a comfortable room, a solid mid-range dinner near the showrooms. Good for a relaxed team meal.
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Stock + Grain Assembly
Food hall (multiple vendors)
Downtown High Point, in the Stock + Grain building
Lively downtown food hall with smokehouse, sushi and more under one roof, ideal when a group can't agree or you need a fast, casual bite between appointments. Easy and central.
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Penny Path Cafe & Crepe Shop
Cafe / crepes
Downtown High Point, walkable
Cozy spot for made-to-order sweet and savory crepes and a good coffee, the pick for breakfast or a light midday break before showroom rounds. Quick and friendly.
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Print Works Bistro
French bistro
Greensboro (Proximity Hotel), ~20 min drive east
The area's best-known upscale dinner, classic French bistro cooking with a creekside terrace, worth the short drive to entertain an important buyer. Deep, award-recognized wine list.
Tip: Adjacent to the Proximity Hotel, a convenient base if you're staying out of High Point.
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Table 16
Globally-influenced New American
Downtown Greensboro (S Elm St), ~20 min drive east
Refined seasonal cooking in walkable downtown Greensboro, a strong alternative for a client dinner with more range than High Point offers. Pair it with a stroll down Elm Street.
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From Piedmont Triad International (GSO)
- Greensboro's airport is the closest, about 15 miles from downtown High Point.
- During Market, free shuttles typically run from GSO to the downtown Transportation Terminal on a set schedule.
- Rental cars, taxis and ride apps are also available at the airport.
From Raleigh-Durham (RDU) or Charlotte (CLT)
- Both larger airports are around 80 miles away and offer wider flight choice.
- Market shuttle service from RDU and CLT is often available with advance reservation.
- Rent a car for the roughly 1.5-hour drive if you prefer to self-transfer.
Getting around during High Point Market
Free Market shuttles
- Red and Green line shuttles loop continuously through the downtown showroom district, stopping at Market buildings and events.
- A free Go-Anywhere service reaches exhibitors within a set radius of the Transportation Terminal by dispatch.
- Many partner hotels run complimentary shuttles to and from Market, easing the parking crunch.
Driving and ride apps
- Park-and-ride lots with shuttle links help avoid scarce downtown parking.
- Taxis and ride apps operate across the Triad but can surge during peak Market hours.
- Allow extra time downtown, where traffic and pedestrians are heavy during Market.
Visa & entry
ESTA / Visa Waiver for eligible visitors
- Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries can travel to the US for business or tourism with an approved ESTA.
- Apply for ESTA online well before departure and carry the approval details.
- Confirm your passport meets US entry requirements for your travel dates.
Who needs a US visa
- Nationals of non-VWP countries generally need a B-1 business visa, applied for at a US embassy or consulate in advance.
- Visa interview wait times can be long, so start the process early.
- Bring documentation of your business purpose and Market attendance if requested.
Entry rules change; confirm current requirements with the United States embassy or official immigration site before booking travel.
First time at High Point Market?
- Register and plan a shuttle-based route; downtown parking is scarce and buildings are spread across the city.
- Wear very comfortable shoes, as Market involves extensive walking between showrooms.
- Book accommodation and transport far in advance, as area rooms sell out for Market week.
- Carry business cards and plan your must-see showrooms, since the show is enormous.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- A hotel on a Market shuttle route or with its own shuttle beats one merely close to a single building.
- Greensboro and Winston-Salem often offer better value and availability with easy access to the shuttle network.
- Use the Go-Anywhere and hotel shuttles to skip driving and parking downtown entirely.
- Plan meals and appointments around shuttle timings to keep the day efficient.
High Point Market travel FAQs
When is High Point Market 2026?
High Point Market takes place 17 Oct to 21 Oct 2026 at International Home Furnishings Center & downtown showrooms in High Point, United States.
Where is High Point Market held?
High Point Market is held at International Home Furnishings Center & downtown showrooms in High Point, United States. The nearest airport is GSO.
Where should I stay for High Point Market?
Stay anywhere on the free Market shuttle network or with a hotel shuttle. High Point itself is small, so many attendees base in Greensboro or Winston-Salem within an easy shuttle or drive of downtown.
How much do hotels cost during High Point Market?
Rates across the Piedmont Triad rise sharply during Market given limited supply and high demand. Expect premiums and minimum-stay rules, so book early and consider nearby cities for value.
How early should I book hotels for High Point Market?
Book as early as possible, often many months ahead. Market's tens of thousands of attendees quickly exhaust the region's rooms, and prime locations go first.
Which airport do I fly into for High Point Market?
Piedmont Triad International (GSO) in Greensboro is closest, about 15 miles away with free Market shuttles. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and Charlotte (CLT), around 80 miles away, offer more flights.
How do I get around during High Point Market?
Use the free Red and Green line shuttles through the showroom district, the Go-Anywhere dispatch service, and complimentary hotel shuttles, which are far easier than driving and parking downtown.
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