Lightovation Expands for June 2026 with New Showrooms, Design-Focused Programming, and Continued Gro
Lightovation Expands for June 2026 with New Showrooms, Design-Focused Programming, and Continued Growth
Friday, May 22, 2026
Lightovation, the largest residential lighting marketplace in North America, returns June 24–27, 2026, at Dallas Market Center with expanded exhibitor resources, immersive educational programming, and new opportunities for cross-category discovery. Building on strong momentum from January, the summer edition will bring together retailers, designers, architects, and builders for four days of product innovation, networking, and trend-driven experiences shaping the future of lighting and home design.
“Retailers and designers come to Lightovation not only to source product, but to discover what’s next in lighting and home design,” said Cindy Morris, president and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “From new exhibitors and immersive experiences to influential industry voices and trend-driven programming, June Lightovation delivers the connections and inspiration that move business forward.”
New and Expanded Brands for More Product Discovery Lighting continues to introduce exceptional brands across shared showroom environments. New additions include contemporary collections from Astro Lighting (TM 4926-7) in the International Pavilion (TM 4926) and design-forward lighting from Ozarke (TM 4432-14) in Spectrum (TM 4432). Within the International Pavilion, Buster + Punch (TM 4926-9+10) has expanded its presence, while In Style Gallery (TM 4311) and Terracotta Designs (TM 3920) have relocated to new showroom spaces, further enhancing the breadth of resources available to buyers.
Trending now: Exterior Lighting Returning for June is an expanded Exteriorscape, featuring four new spaces in the immersive outdoor lighting showcase located on the Trade Mart third floor. The destination highlights leading brands in architectural and landscape lighting, with the new spaces occupied by Kichler/Progress (TM 3840). Additional participating brands include AIC (TM 4806), Auroralight (TM 4010), Brilliance LED (TM 4432-16), DALS Lighting (TM 3602), ET2 Lighting (TM 3905), Eurofase (TM 4002), GM Lighting (TM 3143), Hinkley (TM 3210), WAC Group (TM 3101), and Z-Lite (TM 4600), with outdoor furniture provided by Rose Casual (WTC 9060).
Events to Educate and Inspire Lightovation programming features engaging events throughout the week, including presentations from leading lighting and design experts, guided showroom tours, retail strategy discussions, experiential merchandising events, and celebrations recognizing excellence across the industry. A full list of events is available on the app and website.
Wednesday, June 24
11 a.m. | What Great Lighting Looks Like Now | TM 3 Loft – Main Stage 1.0 HSW CEU This one-hour panel offers a preview of four presentations scheduled for ArchLIGHT Summit 2026. Speakers will challenge conventional thinking about lighting practice, from recommended light levels to the role of visibility in design, while introducing emerging ideas, practical lessons, and real-world questions shaping the future of lighting design.
Speakers: Craig A. Bernecker; Jason Livingston, Principal, Studio T+L, LLC; Julia M. Gordon, Senior Lighting Designer, Schuler Shook; Leigh Gice, Product Marketing Director, WAC Group Moderator: C. Webster Marsh, Director of Education and Programming, ArchLIGHT Summit
1 p.m. | Global Lifestyle and Lighting Insights & Influences | TM 3 Loft – Main Stage 1.0 LU CEU Join Patti Carpenter, Global Trend Ambassador, as she explores overarching lifestyle and lighting trends for 2027 and beyond, identifying the consumer influences shaping today’s market.
2 p.m. | Patti Carpenter Showrooms Tour: Global Lifestyle and Lighting Insights & Influences | Meet at TM 3 Loft – Main Stage Join Patti Carpenter for a guided showroom tour highlighting major future lifestyle and lighting trends.
3 p.m. | Corey Damon Jenkins Meet + Greet | TM 3321 – Eichholtz Guests will have the opportunity to meet celebrated interior designer Corey Damon Jenkins and experience his signature approach to luxury design during this special meet-and-greet event at the Eichholtz showroom.
Thursday, June 25
11 a.m. | Proven Strategies for Tapping the Remodeling Trend | TM 3 Loft – Main Stage 1.0 LU CEU
Industry experts discuss how remodeling projects are expected to outpace new construction spending and outline opportunities for lighting showrooms to capture new business in the category.
Speakers: Leslie Killingsworth, Senior Vice President Marketing and Merchandise, Progressive Lighting/Lee Lighting/Savoy House; Jay Schneider, Senior Editor, Pro Remodeler; Gabriel Trinidad, General Manager, Lighting Incorporated Moderator: Linda Longo, Editor-in-Chief, Lighting News Now
1 p.m. | Living Lighting Indoors & Out: Static vs. Dynamic | TM 3 Loft – Main Stage 1.0 LU CEU
This discussion explores how interior and exterior lighting design can work together to create a seamless luxury living experience while balancing glare, reflections, and natural conditions.
Speakers: Emily Gorecki, Gorecki Design Associates; Wes Jackson, Vice President, Jackson Lighting Moderator: Tim Ryan, Executive Director & Senior Lighting Designer, Lighthouse Design Studio
2 p.m. | Exteriorscape Outdoor Lighting Tour Led by Tim Ryan of Lighthouse Design Studio | Meet at TM 3 Loft – Main Stage Join Tim Ryan for a guided showroom tour focused on outdoor lighting, concluding at the expanded Exteriorscape display with picnic bites.
6 p.m. | Showroom of the Year Awards Pre-Party | TM 3 Loft – Main Stage Enjoy appetizers and networking before the Showroom of the Year Awards, honoring the best in lighting showrooms.
6:30 p.m. | Showroom of the Year Awards Ceremony | TM 3 Loft – Main Stage Join Dallas Market Center as the 2026 Showroom of the Year Award winners are revealed, honoring the most innovative and inspiring lighting showrooms across the country.
Design + Build Day Highlights Tuesday, June 23 is a day of inspiration and connection for the design, architecture, and build communities. Design + Build Day at Lightovation will provide programming and networking opportunities for trade professionals across multiple disciplines. Retailers are also welcome to attend these events. Business of Home and Custom Builder magazines have partnered with Dallas Market Center on this edition of Design + Build Day, featuring editors-in-chief Kaitlin Petersen and Pauline Hammerbeck moderating panels and leading curated tours of select Lightovation exhibitors. Learn more on our website. Running concurrently with the Total Home & Gift Market, Lightovation offers attendees expanded opportunities for cross-category sourcing and discovery across lighting, home décor, gift, and lifestyle categories to create a comprehensive buying experience for retailers and design professionals.
About Dallas Market Center Dallas Market Center is a global business-to-business trade center and the leading wholesale marketplace in North America connecting retailers and interior designers with top manufacturers in lighting, home décor, furniture, gifts, and fashion. Inside its dynamic, five million-square-foot campus near downtown Dallas, nearly 200,000 customers from all 50 states and 85 countries seek industry trends, business education, and new products via open-daily showrooms and from exhibitors participating in trade events held throughout the year. The Dallas Market Center website is available at dallasmarketcenter.com.