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JIS Miami Spring Show to Feature New Gifts Pavilion, Pop-Up Trends Talks

Events & AwardsMar 04, 2026

JIS Miami Spring Show to Feature New Gifts Pavilion, Pop-Up Trends Talks

Nearly half of buyers are prioritizing silver and fashion collections this season, organizers said.

JIS Miami Spring 2026
JIS Spring will take place March 8-10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida.
Norwalk, Conn.—The spring edition of the Jewelers International Showcase (JIS) is set to take place next week in Miami Beach, Florida, and will feature several new additions.

In addition to its jewelry offerings, the show will have a new Accessories & Gifts Pavilion with lifestyle pieces and curated gift finds that complement fine jewelry assortments and support broader retail strategies. 

The Brands Pavilion on the show floor will highlight both up-and-coming jewelry designers and established names to give retail buyers direct access to new trends.

The “On Trend with JIS” pop-up conversations will take place in this pavilion.

Talks will focus on trends, as well as bridal styles, metal preferences, and cross-category merchandising shifts.
 
Several new exhibitors, including David Kord, Hoover & Strong, Crislu, and Orolink, will debut at the spring show.

Nearly half of this year’s attendees are interested in sourcing silver and fashion products, organizers said.

JIS Spring is set for March 8-10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

The show will kick off with a welcome reception on March 8 titled “Sail and Socialize,” a nod to Miami’s cruise industry and JIS’s longstanding ties to that market.

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Located in Miami, a city recognized as a crossroads for commerce and culture, JIS Spring is set to host an international mix of buyers and exhibitors at a “critical” moment for cross-border trade, organizers said.

Latin American jewelry trade professionals from across Central and South America are expected to participate actively, indicating their need for new inventory.

“The Spring show in Miami Beach allows us to connect jewelry retailers and suppliers in one centralized hub,” said Sara McDonough, event director for JIS Events.

“The timing and location create a perfect destination for a unique community, made up of local boutique stores in Florida, buyers gearing up for travel and tourism in the Caribbean, and designers across the Americas. This is the show that the jewelry trade industry trusts for immediate delivery and secure transactions.”

For some international buyers, Miami has become the preferred alternative to sourcing in Europe or Asia, offering proximity and cultural fluency, according to show organizers.

The show is open to retailers, wholesale buyers, attending professionals, and members of the media.

Click here to register. 

Visit the JIS Show website to learn more about buyer qualifications and exhibiting.

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