Get your passports ready and your comfortable shoes on. The Spring of 2026 is shaping up to be the most intense period for the global stone industry. Two of the world’s most significant fairs—Coverings (USA) and Marble İzmir (Turkey)—are happening back-to-back. Here is your survival guide for the “Trans-Atlantic Stone Month.”
The American Dream: Coverings 2026 (Las Vegas)
When: March 30 – April 2, 2026
Where: Las Vegas Convention Center, NV
The Vibe: Innovation, Marketing, and Trends.
Why Go: Las Vegas will host the “finished product” show. Expect to see the latest in porcelain vs. natural stone battles, thin-slab technologies, and the American market’s color preferences for the coming year.
Insider Tip: Book your hotels now. Vegas prices skyrocket in spring.
The Source of Power: Marble İzmir 2026 (Turkey)
When: April 14 – 17, 2026
Where: Fuar İzmir, Gaziemir
The Vibe: Raw, Massive, and Authentic.
Why Go: Just 12 days after Vegas, the industry shifts to the “kitchen.” İzmir is where you see the blocks, the quarries, and the real volume. While Vegas sells the dream, İzmir sells the stone.
Key Focus: This year, watch out for the new “Boutique Quarries” section focusing on rare, high-value Turkish stones.
The Strategy: How to Manage Both?
With less than two weeks between the closing of Las Vegas and the opening of İzmir, logistics will be a nightmare for those who delay.
Flight Path: The smartest route for global buyers is USA -> Istanbul -> İzmir.
Visa Warning: Turkey’s e-visa system is fast, but US visa appointment wait times can still be long. If you are an exhibitor, check your travel documents today.
(Conclusion) 2026 will separate the casual players from the serious ones. Those who can navigate this marathon will hold the keys to the global market for the rest of the year. See you in the aisles.