That’s a Wrap!
Thank you to all of our world-class suppliers and attendees for making the August/September 2026 NE & NW Materials Shows a success. We couldn’t do it without you!
Stay tuned for upcoming show dates and more:
- Photos from the show floor
- Stats & reflections on this seasons’ events
- More ways to stay engaged with The Materials Show and the footwear industry at large
Proudly Sponsored by:
NE
Danvers, MA
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
August 26 – 27, 2026
Show Hours
Day 1: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Day 2: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lunch: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Presentations
August 26 · 11:00 AM
Materials as the Currency of a Circular Economy
August 26 · 1:00 PM
Autumn-Winter 2028–2029 Color & Materials Forecast
NW
Portland, OR
Oregon Convention Center
September 2 – 3, 2026
Show Hours
Day 1: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Day 2: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lunch: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Reception: 5:00 – 7:00 PM (Day 1)
Presentations
September 2 · 11:00 AM
Autumn-Winter 2028–2029 Color & Materials Forecast
September 2 · 1:00 – 2:30 PM
The Studio: Future Materials Showcase
Presentations
The Studio: Future Materials Showcase
Join Alan Lugo and Jessica Del Genio as they bring exhibitor materials to life through the work of emerging design talent.
NW September 2 · 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Autumn-Winter 2028–2029 Color & Materials Forecast
Join Jessica Del Genio of Four Trend Services for a forward look at the color and material directions shaping Autumn-Winter 2028–2029.
NE August 26 · 1:00 – 2:00 PM
NW September 2 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Top brands across footwear, apparel, and tech come to The Materials Show
to source the most innovative materials and services for their manufacturing and production needs.
