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16 Architecture and Design Events to Add to the 2026 Calendar

Organize your schedule with the major national and international events in architecture and design in 2026 and stay updated on the news and trends

By Nádia Simonelli

Submitted at Jan 1, 2026, 10:00 AM

08 min de leitura
O Salone del Mobile Milano é um dos eventos que acontecem durante a Semana de Design de Milão.

O Salone del Mobile Milano é um dos eventos que acontecem durante a Semana de Design de Milão. (divulgação/CASACOR)

Visiting the main architecture and design events is the best way to stay updated on new developments and market trends. To help you organize your schedule for the upcoming year, we have listed the major national and international attractions that will take place during 2026. Check below and plan accordingly!

National Events


Maurício Arruda - Coral House – Colors of the Park. Project of CASACOR São Paulo 2025.

Maurício Arruda - Casa Coral – Cores do Parque. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2025. (Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)

CASACOR

The largest exhibition of architecture, art, interior design, and landscaping in Latin America has the theme for 2026 Mind and Heart. The São Paulo edition is expected to take place between June 2 and August 9. More information on dates and locations are being released on our website and the official social media of CASACOR.

ABIMAD

The Brazilian fair for high decoration furniture and accessories, ABIMAD gathers manufacturers, designers, architects, retailers, and specialized press.

  • Date: January 27 to 30, 2026
  • Location: São Paulo Expo - São Paulo, SP

ABUP

The ABUP (Brazilian Association of Utility and Gift Companies) organizes the ABUP Show Fair, which brings together exhibitors, designers, manufacturers, and buyers to showcase the latest products in home articles, decoration, and utilities.

  • Date: February 2 to 5, 2026
  • Location: Anhembi District - São Paulo, SP

ABCasa Fair

The ABCasa Fair, organized by ABCasa, is one of the largest B2B in the sector, focusing on the exchange between brands and stores of home articles, decoration, gifts, household utilities, and parties.

  • Dates: February 8 to 22 and August 12 to 15, 2026
  • Location: Expo Center Norte - São Paulo, SP

DW! São Paulo Design Week

Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the DW! São Paulo Design Week occurs annually in the capital and gathers a variety of events promoted by independent partners integrated through an official program. There will be lectures, exhibitions, installations, fairs, awards, and product launches. The diverse activities will take place in various locations, such as shopping centers, stores, museums, universities, and other spaces around the city.

  • Dates: March 5 to 15, 2026
  • Location: São Paulo, SP

Expo Revestir

Famous among architects and design professionals, Expo Revestir is a fair dedicated to the coatings sector, ceramics, sanitary wares, metals, and other construction-related products, showcasing trends and launches.

  • Date: March 9 to 13, 2026
  • Location: São Paulo Expo - São Paulo, SP
Expo Revestir 2025: news that will make you want to renovate your home!

Linha Haptic, criada pelo artista Vik Muniz para a Portobello. (divulgação/CASACOR)

Brazilian Architecture Biennial

Inaugural event, the BAB (Brazilian Architecture Biennial) celebrates national architectural production and was created with the purpose of democratizing access to architecture in Brazil. According to the organizers, it will be more than a show; it will be an immersive and educational experience, bringing together different voices, territories, and ways of living.

  • Date: March to April 2026
  • Location: Ibirapuera Park - São Paulo, SP

SP-Arte

The SP-Arte brings together art galleries and design studios that work with contemporary and historical artists from the 20th and 21st centuries. In addition, the event also features publishers, magazines, museums, institutions, and independent spaces. The fair is accompanied by an intense program of talks, launches, and educational actions. In the period before SP-Arte and during its realization, the SP-Arte Circuit also takes place, with openings of exhibitions and events throughout the city of São Paulo.

  • Date: April 8 to 12, 2026
  • Location: Bienal Pavilion - São Paulo, SP
SP ARTE 2022

SP-Arte 2022 (Divulgação/CASACOR)

MADE

The MADE - Market of Art and Design is an international fair specialized in collectible design. In addition to showcasing launches of renowned designers, the event also endorses new names in the market. The recognition is due to its crucial role in fostering discussions, appreciation, and acquisition of the best design creations, ranging from vintage to contemporary pieces.

  • Date: May 28 to June 1, 2026
  • Location: Pacaembu Complex - São Paulo, SP

Fenearte

The Fenearte - National Fair of Handicraft Business is one of the largest handicraft fairs in Latin America. Held annually in Recife, Pernambuco, it is a showcase for artisans, mainly from the northeast, to display and sell their works, including ceramics, textiles, embroidery, and sculptures. Besides the artisanal diversity, Fenearte also offers visitors an enriching cultural experience with musical performances, folk dances, and workshops.

  • Date: July 8 to 19, 2026
  • Location: Pernambuco Convention Center - Recife, PE

Tiradentes Creative Week

The Tiradentes Creative Week takes place in the historic city of Tiradentes in Minas Gerais, promoting the local creative economy through lectures, roundtables, exhibitions, installations, workshops, and product sales. The event is a social innovation project that promotes the exchange of knowledge between designers and artisans.

  • Dates: October 15 to 18, 2026
  • Location: Tiradentes, MG

International Events


Maison & Objet takes place twice a year, in Paris.

Maison & Objet acontece duas vezes por ano, em Paris. (divulgação/CASACOR)

Maison & Objet

IMM Cologne

The IMM Cologne is an international fair of interior design and furniture held annually in Cologne, Germany. It is a B2B event that showcases trends, innovations, and launches for the market, focusing on connecting manufacturers, retailers, and industry professionals.

  • Date: January 20 to 23, 2026
  • Location: Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre - Cologne, Germany

Milan Design Week

Considered the leading design event in the world, the Milan Design Week features as its main attraction the Salone del Mobile at the Fiera Milano Rho pavilion. At the same time, the Fuorisalone, which are the events spread throughout the city, occupy design districts such as Tortona, Brera, and Isola.

  • Date: April 20 to 26 (Fuorisalone) and April 21 to 26, 2026 (Salone del Mobile)
  • Location: Fiera Milano Rho and various design districts - Milan, Italy

London Design Festival

The London Design Festival (LDF) is an annual event that reinforces London's role as a global center of design. It promotes creativity in the city by bringing together designers, retailers, and the general public in exhibitions, installations, and workshops.

  • Date: September 12 to 20, 2026
  • Location: London, England

3daysofdesign

The 3daysofdesign is an annual design festival that takes place in Copenhagen, Denmark. Brands, designers, and theme enthusiasts gather to explore the future of interior design, furniture, lighting, and lifestyle, highlighting Scandinavian design, in events held in showrooms, galleries, and urban spaces.

  • Date: June 10 to 12, 2026
  • Location: Copenhagen, Denmark