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The International Window Coverings Expo Returns April 21–23, 2026, to Raleigh, NC, to Showcase Innovation, Education and Opportunity for the Window Covering Industry

Raleigh, N.C. — [October 7, 2025] — The International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE), the largest and only trade show in North America dedicated exclusively to the window coverings and interior design industry, will return to the Raleigh Convention Center from April 21–23, 2026.

Celebrating its 30th year anniversary, IWCE has been the premier destination for designers, retailers, installers, fabricators and manufacturers to discover cutting-edge products, gain hands-on training and make meaningful business connections. The 2026 event promises to be the biggest yet, featuring 200-plus exhibitors and brands, 40-plus educational seminars and events, and 4,000 industry professionals from across the globe.

“IWCE 2026 will bring the entire window covering ecosystem together under one roof, connecting those who create, sell and install the products that define interior design today,” said Ania Munzer, show organizer. “From smart home automation to sustainable textiles, this show is where the industry discovers what’s next.”

Education, Inspiration & Connection

IWCE 2026 will kick off April 21 with an expansive seminar program led by top educators and influencers in the field, followed by two full days of exhibits on April 22–23 showcasing the latest innovations in shades, blinds, draperies, automation, textiles and design tools.

Attendees can expect:

• Keynote Speakers from across design, technology and manufacturing, including Eric Ross Interiors and Vicky Serany
• 40-plus Seminars and Hands-On Training Sessions across business, design and installation tracks
• Unmatched networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders
• Live workroom demos featuring hands-on techniques and artisan instruction
• The industry’s largest exhibitor hall with 150,000-plus net square feet of window covering innovation

Who Attends IWCE

IWCE draws a diverse audience representing every link in the value chain:

• Retailers & Dealers: Gain strategies to stay competitive and boost sales.
• Installers & Technicians: Learn new techniques, tools, and technologies.
• Interior Designers & Decorators: Explore trends and elevate client offerings.
• Fabricators & Workrooms: Expand product lines and technical skills.
• Manufacturers: Build and strengthen dealer and designer relationships.

Registration and Media Access

Registration for IWCE 2026 opens this fall. Members of the media, trade associations, and industry partners are invited to cover the event and share it with their audiences.

For more information, visit IWCE-Vision.com or contact Lindsay Brown, Managing Editor at [email protected].


About IWCE

The International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE) is the premier annual trade show and educational conference for the window coverings and interior design industry. For more than three decades, IWCE has connected thousands of professionals across design, retail, fabrication, installation and manufacturing, providing a platform for innovation, training and community.