BDNY - Boutique Design New York 2026
Event Date
November 8–9, 2026
Location
New York, NY
Expected Exhibitors
700
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryBoutique Design New York (BDNY) is the leading trade fair and conference for boutique and lifestyle hospitality design, held annually at New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The event brings together designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, owners, and developers with inventive manufacturers of interior design elements for hospitality. The trade fair features cutting-edge design elements ranging from textiles and furniture to lighting and artwork, letting attendees see products up close and ask detailed questions about production times, specification, and customization.
Beyond the show floor, BDNY offers a compelling series of educational sessions covering best practices, industry challenges, and design trends, with many sessions accredited for CEU credits. Immersive Designed Spaces, the Dine & Design pavilion, and marquee networking events round out the experience.
Set in the cultural capital of New York City, BDNY connects boutique hospitality brands and designers with vendors, insider experiences, and hospitality products not readily found elsewhere. It is where creativity flourishes, ideas ignite, and partnerships are born — making it a worthwhile stop for anyone shaping the future of boutique hospitality.
Show Highlights
- 700+ exhibiting brands across furniture, lighting, textiles, surfaces, technology, and more, including 100+ brands exhibiting for the first time.
- Designed Spaces — full-scale, walk-through hospitality concepts created by top design firms and brands.
- Dine & Design Pavilion — an expanded showcase of front-of-house and F&B design, reimagined by design firm //3877.
- Expert-led panels & CEU credits — accredited conference sessions led by leading hospitality creatives.
- Marquee networking events, including the Platinum Circle Awards Gala, the BD Power Players: Women Leaders in Hospitality breakfast, and the Gold Key Awards Gala.
- Best of BDNY Product Design Competition recognizing standout new products.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the official BDNY registration portal. Passes are tiered, and pricing rises as the show approaches (Early Bird through 8/31, Advance 9/1–10/14, and Standard 10/15–11/9).
Main 2026 pass types (Early Bird rates shown):
- Trade Fair Pass (two days): $105 — trade fair floor access both days plus free sessions on the fair floor.
- Full Conference Pass (two days): $255 — trade fair floor plus accredited conference sessions both days (billed as the best value).
- One Day Conference Pass (Sunday or Monday): $205 — floor and accredited session access for one chosen day.
- Student or Educator passes: from $30 (Trade Fair) or $50 (Full Conference); credentials required.
Only Conference Pass holders can access CEU-accredited sessions; you present your badge at the session for entry rather than pre-registering for each one. Special event tickets (galas and the Women Leaders breakfast) can be purchased separately. Note: all ticket sales are final and non-refundable, and no children under 16 are permitted on the show floor.
History
BDNY is produced by Emerald X, LLC and is part of the Boutique Design / Hospitality Design portfolio, which also includes HD Expo, the Gold Key Awards, and the Platinum Circle Awards. The fair is held each November at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City and has established itself as the leading trade fair and conference for boutique hotel design. Specific founding-year details were not published on the official website.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 6, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where does BDNY 2026 take place?
BDNY 2026 takes place November 8-9, 2026, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Trade fair hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both Sunday, November 8 and Monday, November 9.
Who should attend BDNY?
BDNY is designed for interior designers, architects, hotel owners and developers, restaurant and F&B leaders, purchasing and procurement professionals, hospitality brands, and manufacturers. It connects the hospitality design community with vendors of furniture, lighting, textiles, surfaces, and more.
How much does it cost to attend and how do I register?
Registration is done online through the official BDNY portal. Early Bird rates (through August 31) start at $105 for a two-day Trade Fair Pass and $255 for a two-day Full Conference Pass, with a discounted one-day option and reduced student and educator rates. Prices increase during the Advance and Standard periods, so registering early saves money.
What can I expect to see and do at the show?
Attendees can explore 700+ exhibiting brands, walk through immersive full-scale Designed Spaces, visit the Dine & Design pavilion, attend expert-led panels that earn CEU credits, and join marquee networking events such as the Platinum Circle Awards Gala and Gold Key Awards. Only Conference Pass holders can access the CEU-accredited sessions.
How do I get to the Javits Center?
The venue is on Manhattan's West Side and is easily reached by the No. 7 subway to 34th Street-Hudson Yards, as well as nearby A, C, and E lines and Penn Station. LaGuardia is about a 30-45 minute drive, and JFK and Newark are typically 45-75 minutes. Because the Javits Center does not offer public parking, public transit or rideshare is recommended.
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