You heard us loud and clear; get ready to update those calendars! We have gathered many summer events across the globe for you to attend when you wonder: “What should I do this weekend?” From museum exhibits to fashion and interior design shows to women’s empowerment events, it is safe to say we have 2023 summer events for all the design and women lovers out there!
Summer Events 2023 @ Museums
Naples in Paris, The Louvre Hosts the Museo di Capodimonte
June 7 – January 8, 2024
The Musée du Louvre and the Museo de Capodimonte join forces for a special exhibition showcasing masterpieces from the two museums. Running six months, this exceptional event provides fresh insight into Italian painting from the 15th to the 17th century.
Paris, France
YVES SAINT LAURENT – SHAPES & FORMS
Decors and works by Claudia Wieser
June 9 – January 14 2024
They are presenting 40 models that represent designs by Yves Saint Laurent, including haute couture, ready-to-wear pieces, accessories, and sketches. These creations are presented alongside the artworks and settings of a German artist, creating a unique and captivating experience.
Paris, France
Cooper Hewitt: A DARK, A LIGHT, A BRIGHT: THE DESIGNS OF DOROTHY LIEBES
July 7 – February 4 2024
“A Dark, A Light, A Bright: The Designs of Dorothy Liebes” celebrates the significant contributions of designer and weaver Dorothy Liebes (1897–1972) to the modern interior. She is known for her incorporation of handcraft and vibrant colors.
New York, NY
The Museum of Arts & Design: Funk You Too!
Now – August 27 2023
An exhibition in the New York Museum that brings humor through ceramic sculptures, bringing together 50 art pieces from the 1960s.
New York, NY
Fotografiska: Terry O’Niell, Stars
Now-September 16
Fotografiska: Prix Pictet “Fire”
Now-September 16
Design Museum: Food Exhibition
Now- October 21
The exhibition explores the connection between humans and food, featuring a diverse collection of over 200 artworks and designs from both Israeli and international artists and designers.
Holon, Isreal
Fotografiska: Listen Until You Hear – For Freedoms x Fotografiska New York
Now-October 22
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Summer 2023 Fashion Events
London Fashion Week
June 11–June 13
London Fashion Week presented by Clearpay will take place from Saturday 11th to Monday 13th June 2023 as a digital-physical hybrid, showcasing both womenswear and menswear brands. The digital platform is freely accessible to everyone, industry professionals and global fashion consumers alike, showcasing digital content from the designers, enabling collaboration, and bringing together fashion, culture, and technology.
Paris Men’s Fashion Week
June 21–June 26
Paris Haute Couture
July 3–Jul 7
As the name of the Federation indicates, Haute Couture lies at the heart of fashion’s ecosystem. Tremendously modern, it is a permanent gateway between a tradition for excellence in know-how and contemporaneity in creation, embodying today’s manufacturing techniques that are at the cutting edge of innovation.
Miami Swim Week
July 14- 21
Summer 2022 Events for Women Empowerment
The 4th Annual Black Women Empowerment Weekend
July 7–8
July 7 Summit – This all-day convening will holistically affirm and amplify the unique life experiences of the modern Black woman through main stage panels that cater to every woman’s inner boss, baddie, and beloved. That is to say, credentialed experts lead this summit, immersive topics will include: entrepreneurship, wealth building, relationships, career development, holistic wellness, and civic leadership.
July 8 Brunch – This signature catered event is bigger and more dynamic, with live performances, mimosas, an open bar, a networking reception, and a memorable program. In order to remain true to its sacred origin of honoring those who diligently serve, the Brunch will recognize three trailblazing Black women in politics and community advocacy.
The EmPOWERment Experience Freedom to Blossom in Washington, DC
July 14–July 16
eWN ICON, Dallas
August 2–August 5
This event gathers inspired, motivated, positive business owners and entrepreneurs who are here to help each other succeed. The exchange of ideas, best practices, tips, and strategies are unmatched, and therefore deep, meaningful, authentic relationships unfold for attendees.
Dallas, TX
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Summer 2023 Events In Design
Révélations
June 7–11
Révélations is a not-to-be-missed event that celebrates French and international creation. Conceived and created by Ateliers d’Art de France, a professional organization representing the 281 French fine crafts, the biennial is the major economic event of the sector.
Grand Palais, Paris, France
Design Shanghai 2023
June 8–11
Design Shanghai is Asia’s leading international design event, breaking new ground and setting a precedent in Asia’s ever-growing design community.
NeoCon 2023
June 12–14
The world’s leading platform and most important event of the year for the commercial design industry.
Chicago, Illinois USA
Design Miami/ Basel
June 13–18
Design Miami/ is the global forum for design and a must on your interior design events calendar if you love art. Each fair brings together the most influential collectors, gallerists, designers, curators, and critics from around the world in celebration of design culture and commerce. Occurring alongside the Art Basel fairs in Miami, USA each December and Basel, Switzerland each June, Design Miami/ has become the premier venue for collecting, exhibiting, discussing, and creating collectible design.
Basel, Switzerland
Art Basel 2023
June 15–18
The Art Basel show brings the international art world together with the world’s leading galleries showing the works of over 4,000 artists.
Basel, Switzerland
San Francisco Design Week
June Dates TBD
SFDW is an essential week-long, city-wide festival that showcases the unique intersection of ideas, design, business & entrepreneurism that makes the Bay Area the birthplace of the future.
San Francisco, California USA
Decor + Design Mel/23
July 13–16
Australia’s no. 1 interiors trade event.
Melbourne, Australia
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London Festival of Architecture
June 1–30
The London Festival of Architecture celebrates London as the global hub for architecture. The festival offers a lively and diverse program of public interior design and architecture-related events across London, exploring the theme of ‘act’ in 2023.
London, UK
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LA Design Festival 2023
June 22–25
From architecture and interiors to graphic, industrial, fashion, set, costume, and experiential design, the LA Design Festival showcases the best of the local design scene as well as some exciting national and international voices. If you are in the LA area, this is one of the 2023 interior design events you will definitely want to attend!
Los Angeles, California USA
The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market 2023
July Dates TBD
The industry’s largest gift and home furnishings Market of the summer, featuring more than 9,000 brands across all categories of gift, home décor, and furnishings.
Atlanta, Georgia USA
The Donauinselfest
June 23–25
The largest open-air music festival in Europe, The Donauinselfest is a free event taking place in Vienna, Austria.
The Atlanta International Market 2023
July 11–17
The industry’s largest gift and home furnishings Market of the summer, featuring more than 9,000 brands across all categories of gift, home décor, and furnishings.
TomorrowLand 2023
Weekend 1: July 21-23
Weekend 2: July 28-30
It’s been three long years since the People of Tomorrow united last on the Holy Grounds in Belgium, but the laughter, love, and most importantly unity await again at Tomorrowland. One of the 2023 summer events not to be missed by electronic music lovers.
Las Vegas Market 2023
July 30 – August 3
Las Vegas Market sets the pace for what’s cool and cutting-edge in a cross-category showcase that spans furniture, home decor, and gift. One of the West Coast’s most prominent interior design events.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
August 4–28
Artists and performers take to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste. From big names in entertainment to unknown artists, the festival caters for everyone and includes a variety of summer events. Events include theatre, comedy, dance, physical theatre, circus, cabaret, children’s shows, musicals, opera, music, spoken word, exhibitions, and events.
NY NOW Summer 2023
August 13–16
NY NOW is the market for HOME, LIFESTYLE, HANDMADE, and GIFT. It’s the market for the premier retailer to stand out from the competition.
New York, New York USA
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