NYCxDESIGN Festival 2026
A week‑long citywide celebration in New York showcasing architecture, interior, product, urban and graphic design.
Location: Various venues across New York City, USA
Date: 14 May – 20 May 2026
The NYCxDESIGN Festival 2026 transforms New York City into a dynamic hub of creative activity, uniting disciplines including architecture, interior, urban, product and graphic design.
Over one week the festival features exhibitions, public installations, talks, open‑studios, tours, trade shows and collaborative projects across all five boroughs. The 2026 edition, under the theme “Design Connects Us”, emphasises sustainability, inclusivity and social impact, aiming to explore how design links communities, technology, and urban futures.
The festival offers both professional audiences and the general public a comprehensive platform to engage with contemporary design practice and urban culture.
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