FAQ

Q. ARE LOFT shows open to the public?

A. The LOFT Eyewear Show is an eyewear industry ONLY event open to buyers and staff of optical stores and optometry practices.

Q. Do i have to register or make an appointment to visit the Loft to see vendors?

A. We do not require registration to visit our event, however, we strongly advise visitors to make appointments with the companies whose collections they most want to see. This show is very busy and some our vendors are regularly booked solid for the event.

Q. What days is the LOFT open?

A. LOFT New York is open March 14 thru 17, 2024

Q. is it far to walk from the Javits Center to the LOFT?

A. It’s very close. LOFT NYC is 1 block from the front door of the Javits Center at the corner of 36th St and 10th Ave.

Q. Are the LOFT events catered?

A. Yes. The LOFT NYC offers visiting buyers and staff breakfast and lunch plus snacks at the venue. We also have coffee available and wine and beer in the afternoon.

Q. I’ve heard that the LOFT parties are the best! How do I get in?

A. The LOFT parties have become the stuff of legend over the years. We only have limited space to have our parties so getting a much sought after ticket can be difficult. We will be releasing a couple of hundred tickets closer to the event date so stay tuned!

Q. How do I exhibit at a LOFT show?

A. The LOFT Eyewear Shows are specifically a high end/luxury eyewear independent event. You can contact us through the site if you are interested in exhibiting in the future. We have an extensive waiting list however so there is no guarantee of space.

Q. Will the LOFT move to Florida like Vision Expo?

A. We recently put out a press release in this regard. We have been in New York for over 20 years and love this city! We have no intention of leaving. In fact, we look forward to an expanded event from 2025 onwards!