Dallas Market Center to host 2 Nearshoring America Trade Shows in January
Dallas Market Center expands its industry-first international sourcing initiative, Nearshoring America, with two expos set to take place during the January 2026 Total Home & Gift and Lightovation Markets. These B2B trade events will focus on home and gift and lighting industries and are designed to connect U.S. brands and importers with production-ready partners from Mexico, Central and South America.
Nearshoring America Expo for home and gift will take place Jan. 7–9, 2026, during the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, while Nearshoring America for lighting will be held Jan. 10–11.
As global sourcing becomes more unpredictable, Nearshoring offers a faster, smarter alternative. These events allow U.S. retailers and importers to meet face-to-face with vetted partners throughout Latin America — improving flexibility, delivery speed and collaboration.
“Nearshoring America is more than a sourcing event — it’s a learning environment and a launchpad for resilient, regional supply chains,” said Cindy Morris, President and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “By aligning these expos with our most important trade events of the year, we are maximizing exposure and creating the most efficient, value-driven experience for our buyers and exhibitors.”
Nearshoring America Expo: Home & Gift
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market | Jan. 7–9
Nearshoring America: Home & Gift, located on the 13th floor of the World Trade Center, will connect buyers with vetted manufacturers specializing in home décor, gifts and lifestyle accessories. From handcrafted collections to turnkey production, manufacturers offer a curated mix of: outdoor living, tableware and entertaining, textiles, home and seasonal décor, gifts and more.
Nearshoring America Expo: Lighting
Lightovation | Jan. 10–11, 2026
Held on the 4th floor of the Trade Mart, the expo will focus on lighting design, components and manufacturing partnerships tailored to the evolving demands of residential and commercial lighting. Exhibitors will feature: finished lighting fixtures, components for custom installations, smart and connected lighting systems, ceiling fans and other lighting specifics.
Get involved
Nearshoring America is more than a trade event — it’s a growing community. Sign up to receive updates on sourcing opportunities, expert insights and future events across multiple industries. Join the Nearshoring America community at nearshoringamerica.com/events.
Exhibitor and attendee information
Each Nearshoring America Expo is expressly designed for:
- Export-ready manufacturers across home, gift and lighting
- Private and white-label suppliers
- Sourcing agencies and trade organizations
- U.S. importers and retail buyers seeking nearshoring solutions
A Nearshoring America Expo focused on apparel and accessories is also being developed and will be announced soon. Interested participants can contact Dallas Market Center to learn more.
