Registration is now open for COVER Connect New York 2026, the leading trade show dedicated to high-end handmade rugs and carpets, returning to Manhattan this September.
Organised by COVER magazine, the event brings together leading rug brands, manufacturers, designers and buyers from across the international rug and interiors industries.
Trade professionals are encouraged to register early to benefit from fast-track entry and to be among the first to receive exhibitor news, event updates and information on activities taking place during the show.
Taking place at the Metropolitan Pavilion and The Altman Building from September 26–28, COVER Connect New York offers a carefully curated and highly focused environment in which to discover new collections, identify emerging trends and build valuable business relationships ahead of the autumn selling season.
The show champions the creativity, craftsmanship and versatility of woven flooring, offering a comprehensive overview of contemporary rug production. From traditional rugs and flatweaves, to versatile flooring solutions for residential and commercial projects, to contemporary artistic works and bespoke commissions, the event provides a dedicated setting for buyers and design professionals to source new products, explore custom opportunities and strengthen industry relationships in person.
Registration
Visitor registration for COVER Connect New York 2026 is now open. Industry professionals are invited to secure their place now. Registering in advance means that visitors’ applications to attend are verified before their arrival at the show, reducing wait times and ensuring smoother entry.
Register at ccny26registration.thecoverconnect.com
FOUR NEW EXHIBITORS JOIN COVER CONNECT NEW YORK
With an exceptional selection of leading rug brands, the 2026 edition welcomes four new exhibitors: Art de Vivre, Arsin Rug Gallery, Nourison Home and Parviz Oriental Rugs. These additions further strengthen the show’s offering and provide visitors with even more opportunities to discover new collections, products and business partnerships.
The popular, well established US brand Nourison Home delivers stylish designs that combine comfort, ease and everyday living to simplify placement and upkeep. Art de Vivre creates inventive, bespoke rugs as collectible design pieces. Arsin Rug Gallery offers a curated, expert-led approach to selecting the right rug, while Parviz Oriental Rugs brings a family-run heritage of rug expertise in sales, cleaning and restoration built over generations. This latter company made its COVER Connect debut at the Las Vegas edition in January, and September sees its first appearance at COVER Connect New York.
On joining for the fifth edition of CCNY, Art de Vivre’s Executive Director, Pavel Liber said: ‘COVER Connect New York is a great space to showcase all our magnificent collections from recent years to a professional B2B audience.’
Exhibitors
Amer Rugs — Anadol Rugs — Arsin Rug Gallery — Art de Vivre — Asha Carpets — Banu Home — Battilossi — Bespoke Tibetan Carpets — Caravan — Couristan — Creative Matters — Design Materials Inc. — French Accents — Harounian Rugs International — Jade Industries — Jaipur Rugs — Kirkit Rugs — Knot & Co. — Knots Rugs — Lapchi — Momeni — New Moon — Nourison Home — Olker Rugs — Pampas Leather — Parviz Oriental Rugs — Rebel Carpets — S&H Rugs — Samad Rugs — Sattar Rugs — Sumaq Alpaca — Tamarian — The New England Collection — Tibet Rug Company — Tissage — UnderItAll — Via Star Rugs — Wool & Silk
Opening Hours
Saturday 26 September 9am–5pm
Sunday 27 September 9am–5pm
Monday 28 September 9am–3pm
Venues
COVER Connect New York takes place across two neighbouring Chelsea venues: the Metropolitan Pavilion and The Altman Building. Connected internally, the venues function as a single event space, enabling visitors to explore the full exhibitor line-up with ease.
All visitors should check in at the registration desk located in the Metropolitan Pavilion.
Hotels
For a limited time, discounted hotel accommodation at one of four Manhattan hotels is available for CCNY attendees booking via the show website.
COVER Connect New York 2026 coincides with the UN General Assembly so accommodation across the city will be limited. We recommend booking your hotel early to avoid disappointment!
Party
COVER Connect New York provides the perfect opportunity to network and get involved in conversations on current topics pertinent to the rug industry. Visitors and exhibitors are warmly invited to join the CCNY team for drinks and canapés at the COVER Connect New York Party from 7–9pm on Sunday September 27, 2026.
The 2026 CCNY Party is sponsored by The International Surface Event (tise) and the address for the venue—a private bar, with an open-air terrace, in a Manhattan hotel—will be shared with visitors at the show. RSVP can be completed upon registering to attend the show.
Cover
For more than two decades, COVER has connected the global handmade rug community through its magazine, website, events and digital channels. Recognised as the leading voice in the sector, COVER provides essential coverage of contemporary rug design, craftsmanship, innovation and industry developments.
With an international audience of buyers, architects, interior designers, manufacturers and retailers, COVER continues to champion excellence across the handmade carpet and textile industry.