Event Schedule
The Temps at Total Home & Gift Market
The Temps at Total Home & Gift Market are the ultimate resource for finding unique and highly sought-after products, and you won’t want to miss the NEW AND EXCITING CHANGES coming to the first show of the summer season. Across five temp neighborhood destinations, you’ll find inspiring new collections launching for the first time this year, and more lines overall than you’ve seen in Dallas in decades. Join us at market this summer to discover hundreds of lines that have been thoughtfully curated from across the country to make your trip easy and inspiring.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
VIP Preview of LUXE Design
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
TEMPS POWER HOUR - Market Hall Temps
Shop today's select TEMPS POWER HOUR floor from 1- 2pm today!
Drop your business card at the info booth to be entered to win BIG PRIZES - $500 AMEX GIFT CARD and 2 January Total Home & Gift Market
Hotel Nights.
Stop by the complimentary bar for a drink, a swag bag with a list of exhibitors to visit for goodies (limited to the first 50 buyers), and more!
Plus place your orders with participating booths for the best deals of the show
Schedule:
Wednesday | 1- 2pm - Market Hall Immediate Goods Temps
Thursday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 11 Fashion & Accessories Temps
Friday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 12 Gift Temps
The Resilient Retailer: Smart Strategies for a Shifting Economy
WTC 11 Temps Marg Bar
74th Annual Retailer Excellence Awards
Hosted by Gifts & Decorative Accessories and headline sponsor Dallas Market Center, the Retailer Excellence Awards (REAs) shine a spotlight on top talent in the gift industry — from standout retailers and reps to innovative vendors across the country.
Join us at Union Station for a lively evening of networking, cocktails, and a strolling dinner as we celebrate outstanding achievements in the gift industry.
Click here for more information and to purchase your ticket.
DMC Buyer Website Lounge – Activate & Win!
Stop by the lounge during Market to set up your profile on the brand-new Dallas Market Center website! Our team will be on hand to help you activate your account and show you all the exciting new features. Once you’re activated, treat yourself to a donut and coffee during this event, and spin the prize wheel for a chance to win big!
Activate your profile at Market and you’ll be automatically entered to win one of three grand prizes — a $500 AMEX Gift Card, an Apple Watch, or an iPad. Winners will be drawn after Market and contacted directly.
DMC Buyer Website Lounge
Activate your profile at Market and you’ll be automatically entered to win one of three grand prizes — a $500 AMEX Gift Card, an Apple Watch, or an iPad. Winners will be drawn after Market and contacted directly.
Letters from Market
Put pen to paper and share the magic of Market. Stop by our Letters from Market station to craft a personal note to friends, family, or colleagues back home. With great stationery— generously provided by our fabulous temporary stationery exhibitors—it’s your chance to reflect on great finds, memorable moments, and the energy of Dallas Market.
Write your message, address it, and drop it in our on-site mailbox—we’ll take care of the postage and make sure your Market story gets delivered. Don’t forget to visit our stationery exhibitors to explore even more standout products that bring personality to paper.
Open daily until supplies run out!
Market Hall Coffee + Donuts
Treat yourself by starting your day in Market Hall with complimentary coffee, fresh donuts, energizing beats, and shopping Immediate Goods Temps!
Paleta Pop-Up Cart: Frozen Flavors & Fresh Finds
Wednesday - WTC 12 - Temps
Thursday - TM 1 - Temps
Friday - WTC 11 - Temps
Buyer's Lounge
The Buyers’ Lounge is your go-to spot to relax, recharge, and reconnect. Enjoy spacious seating, complimentary amenities, and a quiet moment to catch your breath—or catch up on emails. It’s also the perfect place to connect with fellow buyers and Dallas Market Center staff, gather helpful market insights, and regroup before heading back out on the floor.
*Closes at 4pm on Saturday
Permanent Jewelry Bar with Bara Boheme Jewelry
Thursday, June 19, 2025
LUXE Design Brunch
TEMPS POWER HOUR - WTC 11
Shop today's select TEMPS POWER HOUR floor from 1- 2pm today!
Drop your business card at the info booth to be entered to win BIG PRIZES - $500 AMEX GIFT CARD and 2 January Total Home & Gift Market
Hotel Nights.
Stop by the complimentary bar for a drink, a swag bag with a list of exhibitors to visit for goodies (limited to the first 50 buyers), and more!
Plus place your orders with participating booths for the best deals of the show
Schedule:
Wednesday | 1- 2pm - Market Hall Immediate Goods Temps
Thursday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 11 Fashion & Accessories Temps
Friday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 12 Gift Temps
TEMPS POWER HOUR - WTC 12
Shop today's select TEMPS POWER HOUR floor from 1- 2pm today!
Drop your business card at the info booth to be entered to win BIG PRIZES - $500 AMEX GIFT CARD and 2 January Total Home & Gift Market
Hotel Nights.
Stop by the complimentary bar for a drink, a swag bag with a list of exhibitors to visit for goodies (limited to the first 50 buyers), and more!
Plus place your orders with participating booths for the best deals of the show
Schedule:
Wednesday | 1- 2pm - Market Hall Immediate Goods Temps
Thursday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 11 Fashion & Accessories Temps
Friday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 12 Gift Temps
WTC 12 Temps Tasty Treat
Designer’s Insider Access: Market Hall Temps Shopping Experience
Join interior designer, Kristi Hopper for a stylish and celebratory shopping experience at Market Hall’s Cash & Carry Temporaries. This exclusive event is your chance to sip champagne, score a fabulous complimentary gift, and uncover incredible wholesale deals.
From accessories and fashion to home décor and unique gifts, the Cash & Carry Temporaries are a hidden gem for designers who want to go beyond the trade project. Whether you're sourcing for a client, refreshing your own personal style, or stocking up on gifts that wow, this is your insider access to unbeatable prices and immediate take-home treasures.
Bring your design bestie (or meet some new ones), toast to great taste, and take advantage of exclusive day-of deals while Kristi shares her favorite finds and pro tips. It's all happening under one roof—with a glass of bubbly in hand.
Friday, June 20, 2025
TEMPS POWER HOUR - WTC 12
Shop today's select TEMPS POWER HOUR floor from 1- 2pm today!
Drop your business card at the info booth to be entered to win BIG PRIZES - $500 AMEX GIFT CARD and 2 January Total Home & Gift Market
Hotel Nights.
Stop by the complimentary bar for a drink, a swag bag with a list of exhibitors to visit for goodies (limited to the first 50 buyers), and more!
Plus place your orders with participating booths for the best deals of the show
Schedule:
Wednesday | 1- 2pm - Market Hall Immediate Goods Temps
Thursday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 11 Fashion & Accessories Temps
Friday | 1 - 2pm - WTC 12 Gift Temps