Marketplace Hours

Friday, January 30
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Saturday, January 31

10:00 AM to 6:30 PM**

Sunday, February 1

10:00 AM to 2:15 PM**

We’re designating the first hour of the Marketplace on Saturday and Sunday mornings as a masked shopping time to provide a safer environment for immunocompromised attendees.

We’re also offering 15 minutes of early access for those who may need extra time to get settled. If you’d like to take advantage of early access, please check the appropriate box on your registration form.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Coat check is available on the 3rd floor. There is a $5.00 charge per item.

Coat check hours

Friday: 7:00am – 9:30pm

Saturday: 7:00am – 10:30pm

Sunday: 7:00am – 6:00pm

Fashion Show Stage Schedule

6th Floor 

Saturday Stage Spotlight – January 31

Schedule is still being finalized—more events are coming, and times are subject to change!
12:00 PM – 💬 Chat with Andrea Mowry
12:30 PM – 🐑 Twice Sheared Sheep Demonstration
12:45 PM – 👗 GoSadi Segment
1:15 PM – 🌸 COLOR: A Crochet Runway in Full Bloom
2:00 PM – 🎉 Manos del Uruguay Yarn Toss + Golden Ticket!
2:15 PM – 👗 Circulo Fashion Show
3:00 PM – 🎉 Universal Yarn Yarn Toss
4:15 PM – 🌟 Designers Showcase Fashion Show
5:00 PM – 👠 Readers on the Runway (hosted by Cecilia Nelson-Hurt)

Sunday, February 1

Schedule is still being finalized—more events are coming, and times are subject to change!

🧘 10:30 AM – Chair Yoga (stretch it out before the fun!)
🌍 11:00 AM – Craftivism: A Panel on Fiber Arts Nonprofits, hosted by Austin Rivers of Knit the Rainbow
🌟 1:15 PM – GoSadi on the Stage, hosted by Samantha Brunson
🎉 1:30 PM – Purl Soho YARN TOSS!

Meet Up Lounge

5th Floor 

Friday, January 30 – Marquis Bar
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: LGBTQIA+ Makers' Meetup
Join Ana Campos (Circle of Stitches) and Austin Rivers (Knit the Rainbow) for an inspiring evening of community and conversation. Network with fellow makers and share your passion for fiber arts!

Saturday, January 31 – Meet Up Lounge, Marketplace
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: DAC BIPOC Makers Meetup
Connect with Angela Tong (Angela Tong Designs), Ana Campos (Circle of Stitches), and Austin Rivers (Knit the Rainbow) for an empowering discussion and celebration of BIPOC makers in the fiber community.

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: DAC Crochet Meetup
Join Angela Tong and Natalie Thomas for a lively meetup to share, inspire, and connect with fellow crochet enthusiasts.

Don’t miss these special opportunities to meet amazing makers and grow your fiber community!

Schedule is still being finalized—more events are coming, and times are subject to change!

Ticketed 
VIP Special Events

Cocktail Reception & Game Night
Sponsored by GoSadi

Friday, January 30 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Join us for an evening of cocktails, laughs, and friendly competition! Show off your favorite knit or crocheted creation—we’d love to see your FO's in action. No formal dress code, just come ready to mingle, play, and celebrate all things fiber!

Ticketed 
VIP Special Events

Gala Dinner & Keynote with Andrea Mowry
“For the Love: A Knitting Journey with Andrea Mowry”

Saturday, January 31 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Celebrate an unforgettable evening with friends, fiber, and inspiration! Enjoy a delicious dinner, mingle with fellow knitters, and hear Andrea share her story and passion for knitting. No dress code—wear your favorite knit or crocheted garment and join the fun!

Operation Mincemeat

Special Event Tickets

Operation Mincemeat was a successful British deception operation of the Second World War to disguise the 1943 Allied invasion of Sicily. Two members of British intelligence obtained the body of Glyndwr Michael, a homeless man who died from eating rat poison, dressed him as an officer of the Royal Marines and placed personal items on him identifying him as the fictitious Captain (Acting Major) William Martin.

Date:  Thursday, January 29
Time: 7:00 PM, Doors open at 6:15 PM
Run Time: 2 hours 35 minutes including a 20 minute intermission.
Location: Golden Theatre - Just a steps from the Marriott Marquis
Tickets:  You can purchase tickets when you register for Knitting LIVE! New York*
Limit:  Two tickets per person
 
*All tickets purchases are final sale, and refunds will not be offered. Additional information regarding ticket pick up and seat selections will be provided at a later date. Seat locations are not guaranteed to be together.

Hands-On Opportunities

• Beginner Lounge
• Yoga For Knitters
• Ball-Winding Station

Fashion Shows & Expo

• Fashion Shows
• Readers On the Runway
• Knit Art Gallery

Interviews & Panel Discussions

• Q&As, Free Lectures, and More!
• Diversity and Inclusion Panel