Tiny Trends That Drive Big Sales: June KidsWorld Market Is The Destination for Playful Styles That S
Tiny Trends That Drive Big Sales: June KidsWorld Market Is The Destination for Playful Styles That Sell
Thursday, May 21, 2026
—Find Trendy ‘fits and Must-Have Gifts in Dallas This Summer—
Dallas Market Center, the global marketplace connecting retailers and designers with new products from top brands, today announced details for its upcoming KidsWorld Market, June 24–27, 2026. The market offers buyers a single marketplace to source must-have styles for children at any stage, from casual everyday outfits to holiday-ready looks, along with the latest in children’s accessories, gifts, toys, and more — all at a dynamic, efficient, and affordable travel destination.
KidsWorld runs concurrently with the Total Home & Gift Market, June 24-30, 2026, and The Temps at Total Home & Gift Market, June 24-27, 2026.
A Market for Retail's Moment “The businesses that are thriving right now are the ones that are staying connected — to trends, to vendors, and to each other,” said Cindy Morris, president and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “The KidsWorld Market is built for exactly this moment. There’s nothing quite like discovering new products in-person, writing orders with confidence, and leaving Dallas with a buy that genuinely sets your store apart. We can’t wait to welcome buyers from across the country.”
Top Trends for Tots to Tweens At KidsWorld, find elevated essentials for babies and toddlers across dozens of showrooms, including Oh Baby! (WTC 8080), performance-driven outdoor lifestyle apparel from PRODOH (WTC 8004), and vibrant girls’ apparel from Sugar Bee Clothing (WTC 8618). Expanded and relocated showrooms include Buttercup Bebe (WTC 8404), which offers children’s apparel and accessories, and TRVL Design (WTC 8301), which features classic bags and travel accessories. The Coffs (WTC 8462) has also relocated its showroom.
In KidsWorld Studio (WTC 8701), browse whimsical apparel from multiple exhibitors such as Hearts Flowers Queens (WTC 8701-29), graphic tees from Keep It Gypsy (WTC 8701-48), family-focused styles from Magnolia & Cypress Apparel (WTC 8701-49), and Western-inspired apparel from Pink Barn Kids (WTC 8701-11). Ronnie Malatesta Sales & Associates (WTC 8701-30) has relocated.
Events Highlights The June market spotlights expert-led tours and special activations. Events for the Total Home & Gift Market are featured in a separate announcement. Start planning for:
Boutique Hub Tour. Samantha Conner of The Boutique Hub leads tours across the campus including a Trend Tour & Party with Boutique Hub on the 8th floor taking place on Wednesday at 1pm.
KidsWorld Breakfast Club. Start your Market morning at the KidsWorld Studio with fresh coffee and morning treats, plus giveaways from breakfast sponsor Hope & Henry!
KidsWorld Lunch Bites. Stop by the 8th floor on Friday at noon to enjoy light bites while discovering the latest in children's apparel, accessories, footwear, toys, and gifts.
DMC Buyer Scoop. At 9AM daily, join the DMC team for tips and tricks on navigating market. Whether you're a new buyer, new to Dallas, or just haven't seen us in a while, this quick rundown of all things DMC is for you.
New App Launches The new Dallas Market Center app is now available. Completely redesigned from the ground up, the app’s baseline features include showroom and brand listings plus events but also includes advanced features such as access to a FastPass for quicker entry, personal agenda, notes, favorites, and even photos. The app is available for iPhone or Android.
Spark Magazine: Summer Issue More than 50,000 customers receive the summer issue of Spark magazine, the stylish pre-market publication highlighting trends, what’s new inside the market center, and insights from makers and influencers. For June, the magazine includes showroom news, gifts with fruit themes, the return of classic games, stylish fashion accessories, profiles of artists Jan Barbolgio and Sally Bennett of Mirth Studio and Hue & Dot, lighting designs with organic cues, an introduction to the new Design Ambassadors, a Temps preview, and much more.
Plan Your Trip: Hotel Rates and Travel Information Hotel room blocks at rates comparable to January markets remain available only through Connections Housing via the Dallas Market Center website. Buyers are strongly encouraged to book early, as June 2026 coincides with the FIFA World Cup; however, the latest data indicates Dallas ranks lowest among World Cup host cities in hotel compression, and FIFA World Cup games will be held in Arlington, TX, more than 20 miles from Dallas Market Center. Guests may earn loyalty points through their preferred hotel partner when booking through Connections Housing. Book now at dallasmarketcenter.com or by calling 214-744-7444.
Pre-registration — the exclusive method to receive a FastPass for quicker market entry — is now available at dallasmarketcenter.com. Complete events details are also available on the Dallas Market Center website. To make plans for upcoming markets, visit the Dallas Market Center website and download the Dallas Market Center Apps.
About Dallas Market Center Dallas Market Center is a global business-to-business trade center and the leading wholesale marketplace in North America connecting retailers and interior designers with top manufacturers in home décor, furniture, gifts, lighting, and fashion. Inside its dynamic, five million-square-foot campus, nearly 200,000 customers from all 50 states and 85 countries seek industry trends, business education, and new products from exhibitors throughout the year via dominant trade events for gift, home décor, holiday, and floral; the largest residential lighting trade event in North America; and the largest and most successful open-daily design center. To make plans for upcoming markets, visit the Dallas Market Center website and download the Dallas Market Center and Lightovation Apps. Also, keep up to date on all information by visiting Dallas Market Center on Facebook, Instagram, and the Dallas Market Center blog.