January 26, 2026 — Coverings 2026, billed as North America’s leading international tile and stone showcase and educational conference, has released an expansive lineup of new and returning programming and activations for the highly anticipated annual show, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, March 30 to April 2, 2026.
The Coverings 2026 event schedule provides engaging edification and experiential opportunities for show attendees, including architects, designers, contractors, installers, stone fabricators, builders, remodelers, distributors, retailers and other industry professionals from across the globe. Nearly 25,000 showgoers will gather to access top-tier networking opportunities; gain valuable industry insights; and experience the world’s best tile, stone, equipment and machinery exhibits and innovations.
Attendees will be able to explore global pavilions hosted by leading tile associations and product manufacturers from 40 countries, showcasing the newest product and technology offerings. Also available to attendees will be onsite activations, guided and audio show floor tours, live demonstrations and other interactive programs curated for all applicable industry segments.
Hands-on installations and trend-driven displays will give attendees firsthand experiences to see, touch, feel and discuss the ways in which tile and stone contribute to thoughtful design, healthier environments and sustainable spaces.
The Coverings Lounge (Booth # 6014), a hub to relax, network with peers, gain professional knowledge and attend happy hours with prize giveaways, will be home to the Trends & Solutions Stage for the second year in a row.
A highlight of The Coverings Lounge this year will be the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) exhibit. Students enrolled in the senior-level Architectural Design Studio course for the spring 2026 semester will be designing and installing tiled furniture. The finished suite will include tables, chairs and lamps to form a lounge-study grotto within The Coverings Lounge. The lounge-study’s cozy “old school” theme will provide visual relief from the bustling show floor, with mosaic-tiled furniture pieces created in a subdued earth-toned palette.
The Coverings Lounge will also host the 2026 Rock Stars & Coverings Champions Awards Ceremony, honoring the 12th class of Coverings Rock Stars and second annual Champion honorees.
The Artisan Showcase (Booth # 4721), a dedicated space on the show floor to discover one-of-a-kind decorative and handmade tiles and celebrate the artisan community, is returning and will offer engaging daily demos, workshops and displays. Following its success in 2025, the interactive mosaic tile coaster-making activation will be available to showgoers all four days of Coverings 2026. Live demos from talented artisans, artisan tile concept boards, and information about the Tile Heritage Foundation can also be found at the Artisan Showcase. These hands-on workshops bridge the gap between observation and participation, allowing attendees to experience firsthand the skill, craftmanship and discipline behind handmade tile work.
Attendees will have access to Coverings 2026’s three show floor stages to gain knowledge on a range of relevant tile and stone industry topics. Industry leaders will share their insights on emerging trends, business processes, live “how-to” demonstrations and more.
The Trends & Solutions Stage (Booth # 6014), located within The Coverings Lounge, will feature exhibitors and industry professionals highlighting what is at the forefront of the tile and stone marketplace.
The Installation Innovation Stage (Booth # 4676), one of the most popular features at Coverings, will showcase live demonstrations led by NTCA and Tile Council of North America (TCNA) staff and members, allowing visitors to learn new techniques to make tile and stone installation more successful as well as how to install an array of new products. Longstanding professional experts will share knowledge about industry standards, new materials, methods and best practices for executing impeccable tile installations.
The Fabricator Stage (Booth # 7675), in collaboration with the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) and Latin American Fabricators Network (LAFN), will supply short, engaging presentations — some in Spanish — from experts in the stone and fabrication industry. The presentations, centered around trending fabrication topics, will provide attendees with key takeaways and perspectives needed to complete successful projects and enhance business evolution.
The Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) Cage (Booth # 7597) is an ideal place for fabricators and other stone and tile professionals to gather, network and learn new fabrication techniques.
The Galvanize Lounge (Room C102) is a hub for all Coverings attendees to connect, celebrate and draw inspiration from like-minded peers. Supported by leading women’s industry organizations, the lounge is an inclusive space that encourages community-building and uplifts women in the tile and stone industry. The space also will host the Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards Ceremony & Reception, celebrating breathtaking projects featuring tile and stone.
Mindfulness Workshops will be hosted in the Galvanize Lounge and the Trends & Solutions Stage.
A selection of guided and self-paced show floor tours at Coverings 2026 will give attendees new ways to deepen their experiences, while discovering the latest products and innovations defining the tile and stone industry.
The popular Contractor Tours, led by NTCA members, will provide tour participants with a guided show floor exploration to discover the latest tools, equipment and allied products, and learn directly from manufacturers — with a Contractor Tour en Español for the second year.
Coverings 2026 will also offer Audio Tours for those interested in a self-guided, flexible option, allowing attendees to personalize their experiences based on personal and professional interests.
For more information about the lounges, stages, tours, educational sessions, networking and other special programs, and to register to attend, visit Coverings 2026.
