The NYCxDesign festival gives space to artisans, manufacturers and students showing off their latest inventions in architecture, landscape design, interior design, product design and more. This annual, citywide celebration highlights hundreds of events - from exhibits and trade shows to talks and tours - drawing design enthusiasts from around the globe. As the city's most influential design event, the festival provides a dynamic platform for diverse voices in design.

Thursday, May 15, 10:30-2:00pm at ICP: The Festival’s keynote addresses begin tonight with Contour: A Decade of Photography for Coca-Cola® Global Design by Guy Aroch and Anna Palma. This exhibit also marks a milestone—the 110-year anniversary of the iconic Coca–Cola Contour Bottle, a design classic and one of the most famous shapes in the world. Often prominently featured in Guy Aroch and Anna Palma’s work, the bottle stands as both a muse and a global symbol of refreshment and creativity.

International Center of Photography, 84 Ludlow Street, New York, NY Register More Keynotes here

Thursday, May 15, 6-8pm: Kickoff Party at The Refinery at Domino Celebrate the power of great design at one of the city’s newest architectural landmarks — a masterful fusion of past and present. With sweeping views of Manhattan as your backdrop, connect with New York’s vibrant design community across every discipline.  As the sunset paints the sky, savor artfully crafted bites and cocktails by Pinch Food Design.Tickets

The Refinery, 300 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 

Thursday, May 15-Wednesday, May 21: The Extraordinary Italian Design For the third consecutive year, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is partnering with leading Italian brands to present a series of events curated by top designers and showrooms across New York City. As these brands unveil their latest collections, the initiative showcases the strength, creativity, and global impact of Italian design. With a strong presence throughout the city’s design districts—from Madison Avenue to the Javits Center—Italian craftsmanship continues to shape and enrich New York’s design narrative.

Each of the 13 events is separately ticketed. Info

Friday, May 16, 3:00-4:30pm: Tour Davis Center at the Harlem Meer Be among the first to explore the newly opened Davis Center at the Harlem Meer. Join this walking tour of the stunning, sustainable transformation at Central Park’s north end—designed to reconnect the community with nature through thoughtful architecture, accessible green spaces, and immersive outdoor experiences.

Meet at the Dana Center, Central Park North Tickets

Sunday, May 18 1:00-3:00pm Tour Grand Central Madison, NYC’s newest transit landmark. Join MTA Arts & Design for an exclusive tour of Grand Central Madison—an underground marvel featuring stunning works by Yayoi Kusama, Kiki Smith, and more. Go behind the scenes with the curators and explore how this cultural corridor blends design, technology, and public space.

Meet at Grand Central Terminal, 89 East 42nd Street, New York, NY Tickets

Tuesday, May 20, 4:00-6:00 pm: Tour Cornell Tech and Four Freedoms Park Explore the intersection of innovation and history on Roosevelt Island with a guided tour of Cornell Tech’s cutting-edge campus and the inspiring FDR Four Freedoms State Park. Easily accessible by subway or tram or ferry or car.

Meet at the Bloomberg Center, 2 West Loop Road, Roosevelt Island, NY Tickets

Wednesday, May 21, 6:00-9:00pm: Closing Party in DUMBO Join in for the official closing celebration of the NYCxDESIGN Festival at the annual DUMBOxDESIGN Party at Superfine!  Mingle with leaders from 40+ architecture firms, designers, and artists to celebrate the industry—and the festival—one last time. Step outside to experience a spectacular projection show on the Manhattan Bridge, just steps from the party at the DUMBO Archway Plaza.

Superfine, 128 Front Street, Dumbo, Brooklyn, NY Info

For information on dozens of continuing NYCxDesign events at the city’s showrooms, design studios, schools, bookstores, and more, go here and scroll down.