EVENTS

Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

May 1, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

THE MART Art Gallery | Suite 14-127

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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ART on THE MART and CPS Student Work

May 1, 2024 8:30 pm - May 12, 2024 9:30 pm

The Chicago Riverwalk, between Franklin and Wells Streets

ART on THE MART's ongoing partnership with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) continues May 1 through 12 with works by Chicago high school seniors. Watch nightly from 8:30pm to 9:30pm.

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Wine & Design: A Tasting Tour

May 2, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

First Floor

THE MART's second year of Wine & Design. Enjoy tastings of wine from around the world with savory hors d’oeuvres while you tour the inspiring showrooms on the first floor.

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ASID IL Bootcamp

May 7, 2024 8:30 am

THE MART | WorkLife Meetings | 2nd Floor

Embark on a transformative one-day bootcamp designed exclusively for interior designers seeking to elevate their business acumen and chart a successful course in the dynamic world of design.

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Design Delegation

May 8, 2024 12:00 pm

Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms.  Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.

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TedxChicago Design Salon

May 10, 2024 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Delve into the world of design and hear from exciting Chicago visionaries, architects, designers, and creatives shaping our future. Join speakers, artists, performers, the design community, and Chicagoans for a thrilling, intimate, and immersive creative experience.

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CEU: 3 Strategies to Transform Your Business for Profit and Joy

May 15, 2024 11:30 am

Meet on 6 | 6th Floor

Systems, Mindsets, and Values.  

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Furniture Shopping Event with Thibaut Fine Furniture

May 15, 2024 1:30 pm

Thibaut Showroom | 6th Floor Suite 6-129

Join Thibaut’s Furniture Director, Anne Lekow, for a presentation of the furniture frames in our showroom. Plus, a sneak peek of our reimagined Grasscloth Wrapped Program. Lunch will be served. Must RSVP by Friday, May 10th.

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AIA Custom Residential Architects Network

May 16, 2024 12:00 pm

CRAN Chicago provides a vibrant meeting place for practitioners within the Custom Residential Architectural community to share knowledge, experiences, resources, and events.

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

June 5, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

1st Floor | DRC Suite 163

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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NeoCon

June 10, 2024 - June 12, 2024

NeoCon is the world’s leading platform and most important event for the commercial design industry. Since launching in 1969, NeoCon has served as the annual gathering place for design professionals and end-users. The three-day event showcases game-changing products and services from both leading companies and emerging talent—providing unparalleled access to the latest and most innovative solutions. Additionally, a robust educational program of keynote presentations and CEU sessions offers world-class expertise and insight about today’s most relevant topics during the show and throughout the year.

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MART Ambassadors

June 10, 2024 12:00 pm - June 12, 2024

Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!

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Toast to Fine Design

June 11, 2024 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Floors 6 & 14

The showrooms on floors 6 & 14 offer the most innovative and inspirational selection of products on the market today for both indoor and outdoor design projects. Stop by for a floor-wide champagne reception and be invigorated.

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Luxe RED Awards

June 18, 2024

Luxe Interiors + Design’s annual RED Awards honor the best residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects across the country.

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

July 3, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

6th Floor | East Corridor, outside Suite 612

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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Design Delegation

July 10, 2024 12:00 pm

Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms.  Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.

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CEU: Materials for Healthy People, Places, and the Planet

July 17, 2024 11:30 am

Meet on 6 | 6th Floor

Materials for Healthy People, Places, and the Planet: A Toolkit for Specifying Healthy and Sustainable Materials

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MART Ambassadors

July 17, 2024 12:00 pm

Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!

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Chicago Collective – Men’s Edition

August 3, 2024 - August 6, 2024

The Chicago Collective is the Premiere National Menswear Show in North America, hosting top brands from around the world. Over 400 exhibitors represent the finest brands in men’s classic and contemporary apparel, accessories & footwear, making it truly a one-stop shop.

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Backlot BBQ Bash

August 7, 2024

North Drive

Back Lot BBQ Bash is Design’s for Dignity’s summer party in partnership with the Building Industry Association of Greater Chicago (BIAGC). Attendees enjoy bites from local chefs and vendors on the North Drive of THE MART. Craft beers and artisanal cocktails are served – along summertime games of giant Jenga and Bags along with a DJ spinning tunes to celebrate the summer season!

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

August 7, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

THE MART Art Gallery | Suite 14-127

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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CEU: Forever Chemicals: What Designers Need to Know

August 21, 2024 11:30 am

WorkLife Meetings | 2nd Floor

How PFAS Affects Performance Textiles.

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Chicago Collective – Women’s Edition

August 25, 2024 - August 27, 2024

Chicago Collective Women’s Edition is a reimagined showcase of apparel and accessory brands, presenting an elevated experience, enhanced amenities, and a reach beyond the Midwest.

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

September 4, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

1st Floor | DRC Suite 163

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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Design Delegation

September 12, 2024 12:00 pm

Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms.  Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.

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Stay Garcia

September 12, 2024 4:00 pm

THE MART | WorkLife Meetings | 2nd Floor

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National Bridal Market Chicago

September 15, 2024 - September 17, 2024

National Bridal Market Chicago is the leading tradeshow for Bridal & Special occasion needs, offering the latest styles from the Industry’s top manufacturers.

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Celebration of Design

September 19, 2024

WorkLife Meetings | 2nd Floor

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Design Chicago

September 25, 2024 - September 26, 2024

Floors 1, 6, & 14

Join us on Wednesday and Thursday, September 25th and 26th, for Design Chicago, the Midwest’s Largest Residential Design Conference featuring two days of education, product features and design inspiration from the kitchen, bath and home furnishings showrooms at THE MART.

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MART Ambassadors

September 25, 2024 12:00 pm - September 26, 2024

Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!

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CEU: Residential Ergonomics

September 26, 2024 11:30 am

WorkLife Meetings | 2nd Floor

How Design Impacts your Daily Work Environment.

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

October 2, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

6th Floor | West Corridor, outside Suite 6-168

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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CEU: Why Interior Designers Should Know Relevant Codes & Standards

October 16, 2024 11:30 am

Meet on 6 | 6th Floor

Build your Code Confidence.

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Art For Life Chicago

October 24, 2024 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

South Lobby

Art For Life Auction, a delightful evening of cocktails, networking and fun benefitting DIFFA.

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30/30 Conference

October 28, 2024 9:00 am - October 29, 2024 5:00 pm

WorkLife Conference Center | 2nd Floor

INTERIOR DESIGN + THE MART will host an unparalleled celebration of design brilliance showcasing the brightest emerging talents nationwide at the 30/30 National Conference! This interactive 2-day conference will bring together the most influential interior designers who are shaping the future of our industry.

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MART Ambassadors

November 6, 2024 12:00 pm

Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

November 6, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

THE MART Art Gallery | Suite 14-127

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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CEU: Advocating for the Future of Interior Design

November 20, 2024 11:30 am

WorkLife Meetings | 2nd Floor

Value your Craft and Support your Passion.

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Coffee & Espresso Cart at THE MART

December 4, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am

1st Floor | DRC Suite 163

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month to mingle with your peers and enjoy a handcrafted coffee or espresso at THE MART. See below of upcoming dates.

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Design Delegation

December 5, 2024 12:00 pm

Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms.  Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.

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