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The photo report captures the vibrant atmosphere of Bangkok Watch Week 2026, where over a hundred watch enthusiasts gathered in Thailand for a week‑long celebration of horology. Attendees enjoyed talks, panel discussions, and brand presentations organized by Siam Piwat, while the author documented the event with an extensive collection
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The event highlighted the partnership between A. Lange & Söhne and the Audrain Newport Concours, blending classic automotive heritage with high‑end watchmaking. Former President Joe Biden’s surprise appearance with his 1967 Corvette added a notable moment, while the show’s relocation to Fort Adams State Park provided a
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The Watch Art Grand Exhibition Milano 2026 showcases a spectacular collection of Patek Philippe timepieces at CityOval in Milan from October 2‑18, 2026. Visitors can explore over 30,000 sq ft of displays, including 99 pieces from the Patek Philippe Museum and a selection of rare hand‑crafted watches
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World Watch Day 2026 celebrates the artistry, craftsmanship, and heritage of watchmaking on October 10, a date chosen for the iconic 10:10 hand position that showcases the dial’s details and often frames brand logos. The event, now in its second year, brings together the global watch community through
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Omega celebrated Global James Bond Day with a launch party in Los Angeles, unveiling a new Seamaster Diver 300M collection that includes a Bond Edition, a Spectre Edition, and two limited‑edition platinum‑gold models. The non‑limited steel watches share the classic 42 mm case, a slightly thicker 14.
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IAMWATCH returns to Singapore from November 12‑15, gathering over 45 independent watchmakers and industry figures for an intimate, resort‑casual event. Attendees will have the chance to meet renowned creators such as Rexhep Rexhepi, Max Büsser, Kari Voutilainen, Jean‑Claude Biver, and many others in a relaxed setting without
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Milano Watch Week 2026 marked a significant expansion, tripling its audience and moving into the historic Palazzo Mezzanotte, home of the Italian Stock Exchange. Over three days more than 14,000 visitors from 50 countries registered, representing 57 brands, 10 new releases, and four private events. The fair’s format
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Raymond Weil celebrated its heritage and future direction at a special event in Sydney, showcasing new releases such as the A.R.T collection, the limited‑edition Millesime Chronograph “The Fifty,” and a forthcoming grey‑dial variant of the Freelancer Complete Calendar. Highlights included a timeline of 25 historic models,
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The Hong Kong Watch and Clock Fair showcased a vibrant mix of traditional and innovative watchmaking, drawing around 17,000 trade buyers from 115 countries. Highlights included the Salon de TIME, where over 150 brands presented finished watches and wearables, and the Swiss Independent Watch Pavilion, which emphasized Swiss precision
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The 2026 Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance, held on October 4 at Fort Adams in Newport, Rhode Island, featured a record‑setting 185 automobiles, highlighting the synergy between high‑end watchmaking and classic cars. A. Lange & Söhne celebrated its fourth year of partnership with the event, showcasing a gallery
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Join Hodinkee’s next Happy Hour at Grotta for a relaxed evening of drinks, pizza, and conversation as New York Watch Week kicks off. The event gathers watch enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the Hodinkee team—including the Editor‑in‑Chief and Deputy Editor—for networking and community building in a
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The 2026 Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance featured A. Lange & Söhne as presenting sponsor, highlighting the synergy between exceptional automobiles and fine watchmaking. Held for the first time at historic Fort Adams, the event showcased a record 185 cars, with the 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni et Falaschi Cabriolet winning
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Time To Drive is launching a three‑day car and watch festival in Miami from November 6‑8, 2026, aiming to blend luxury timepieces with high‑performance automobiles in a cultural‑festival atmosphere. Founded by Lex Borrero and Perri Dash, the event will feature themed destinations such as Icons of
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The Toronto Timepiece Show 2026 brought together over 90 exhibitors and showcased a vibrant mix of high‑horology craftsmanship and emerging watch brands. Held at the Meridian Arts Centre, the event emphasized refinement and deeper audience engagement, requiring tickets for the first time and focusing on hands‑on interaction rather
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The Horological Society of New York is bringing its acclaimed watchmaking education classes to Boston and Los Angeles in November 2026. In Boston, the sessions will take place on November 7‑8 at Shreve, Crump & Low, while Los Angeles will host a class on November 14 at F.P.
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New York Watch Week 2026 will take place from October 15th to 18th, featuring a packed schedule of high‑end and independent watch events across the city. WatchTime New York runs October 16‑18 at Gotham Hall with 48 brands, while the Windup Watch Fair showcases over 160 micro‑brands
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Patek Philippe’s Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Milan showcases an extraordinary collection of table clocks, dome clocks, wristwatches, and pocket watches that blend masterful enamel work, gold‑wire detailing, and intricate marquetry. The pieces draw on Italian motifs—from the map of Milan and Byzantine mosaics of Ravenna to
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The 2026 Toronto Timepiece Show gathered over ninety brands at the Meridian Arts Center, showcasing a diverse range of watches from established names like Tudor, Seiko, and Omega to emerging independent makers such as Baltic, RZE, and 22Studio. Highlights included the iconic Tudor Black Bay 54, a vintage Seiko Alpinist,
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Windup Watch Fair returns to Manhattan’s Center415 for a three‑day event from October 16‑18, 2026, featuring over 160 watch brands, new hall space, and live streaming through eBay Live. The fair offers free public access with no registration, showcasing fresh releases from lead sponsors such as Bremont,
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Omega’s immersive Dubai exhibition showcased nearly seven decades of Speedmaster history, tracing the chronograph’s evolution from its racing origins to its iconic role in space exploration and the Apollo missions. The event displayed a curated collection of historic models, highlighting design changes such as case architecture, dial layouts,
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WatchTime and Windup are joining forces for an unofficial New York Watch Week, with both fairs scheduled from October 16‑18, alongside Indies.NYC on October 15. WatchTime will host a ticketed collector event at Gotham Hall, featuring 48 exhibitors such as MB&F, Laurent Ferrier, and Zenith, while
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A. Lange & Söhne is preparing to showcase its latest creations at the 2026 Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week, which runs from October 1st to 4th at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island. The watchmaker, now in its third year as an official sponsor, will present a
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Audemars Piguet is launching a Padel Pop‑Up Club in Singapore from September 25‑27, 2026, hosted in the School Hall of New Bahru. The three‑day event combines padel matches with a courtside lounge, offering both experienced players and newcomers a social‑focused experience. Participants can book court time
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FounderFest 2026 brought together seven independent watch brands across three Time+Tide Studios in Melbourne, London, and New York City, each presenting a music‑themed Studio Edition and featuring founder talks, live performances, and curated watch displays. In Melbourne, about 150 guests enjoyed a jazz‑infused atmosphere, while London attracted
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Chopard celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Happy Diamonds concept with a lavish New York event at Casa Cipriani, featuring new watches, jewelry, a global campaign starring Bella Hadid and Liu Wen, and a special exhibition on Fifth Avenue. The festivities highlighted the brand’s heritage, showing how the original
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Milano Watch Week 2026 is a three‑day horological festival held from Friday, October 2nd to Sunday, October 4th at the historic Palazzo Mezzanotte in Milan. The event showcases 55 brands, with 41 exhibitors presenting a mix of established manufacturers, independent watchmakers, and experimental newcomers. Visitors can explore rare and
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The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair showcased a vibrant, high‑energy atmosphere where traditional watchmaking met innovative design and youthful creativity. Exhibitors ranged from small strap makers to major movement manufacturers, highlighting a shift from pure OEM/ODM production toward finished‑product branding and unique storytelling. Brands such as
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Bangkok Watch Week returns for its second edition from September 22 to 27 2026 at Siam Paragon, featuring more than 45 watch brands and over 200 new or rare timepieces. The six‑day program includes exhibitions, special showcases, masterclasses, live watchmaking demonstrations, and a symposium that brings together brand executives,
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Bangkok Watch Week returns for its second edition, running from September 22‑27 2026 at Siam Paragon, one of Thailand’s largest luxury malls. The six‑day event will feature over 45 watch brands, including haute‑horlogerie giants such as Greubel Forsey, A. Lange & Söhne, and MB&F,
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The Geneva Watch Days event showcased a vibrant mix of established and emerging watch brands, with 71 exhibitors ranging from major names like Bulgari and the newly formed House of Brands to numerous independent micro‑brands. While optimism was evident among participants, the fair suffered from the absence of many
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The evening of September 10, 2026 brought together watch enthusiasts at the Watches of Switzerland store in SoHo for a Hodinkee Happy Hour, offering a lively mix of conversation, food from Upside Pizza, and local beer. Despite the rain, the event attracted a strong turnout, showcasing a wide array of
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The evening brought together watch enthusiasts, local collectors, and Morgan Jewelers’ clientele for a hands‑on experience with a curated selection of timepieces from Citizen, Bulova, Accutron, Alpina, and Frédérique Constant. Attendees explored rare models such as the Citizen Eco‑Drive Photon anniversary edition, the limited‑edition Hand‑dyed Indigo
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Lancaster Watch Weekend, taking place from September 25‑27 2026 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, brings together four local organizations—the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, the Hamilton Boutique, RGM Watch Co., and Brent Miller Jewelers—for a three‑day celebration of American watchmaking. The event kicks off on
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The post announces a pause in publishing for Sunday, noting that the team is traveling to Burgundy and Champagne after a hectic week. It assures readers that new content, including the Armchair Picks from the writers, will resume the following day, and expresses gratitude to the audience with a warm
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Join Worn & Wound and Citizen Watch America are hosting a special preview of the upcoming Windup NYC Watch Fair in Billings, Montana on Thursday, September 17 2026 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Riddle’s Jewelry, 1002 Shiloh Crossing Blvd. Attendees can explore a curated selection
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Watch Week Aspen transformed the mountain town into a sprawling, walkable watch showcase, bringing together over 300 attendees for 40 events across 19 brands. By scattering boutiques, galleries, and retailers throughout downtown, the four‑day gathering offered intimate access to executives, rare vintage pieces, and exclusive product launches such as
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Bangkok Watch Week 2026 returns to Siam Paragon from September 22 to 27, showcasing over 45 watch maisons, including long‑standing participants such as A. Lange & Söhne, Boucheron, Cartier, and Vacheron Constantin, alongside new entrants like AMIDA, MB&F, Omega, and Universal Genève. The event features an expanded
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Geneva Watch Days returns from September 2‑6, 2026, gathering 71 independent watchmaking maisons across the city for five days of presentations, exhibitions, discussions, and events. The decentralized format lets brands showcase from their own showrooms, while central locations such as the Pavilion and Blue Box host exhibitions, talks, an
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The Escapement watch collectors’ festival, originally slated for Abu Dhabi in November, has been relocated to Las Vegas and rescheduled for February 5‑7 2027. The shift provides organizers, participating brands, and attendees with additional planning time, allowing the creation of a more spectacular experience that will take place at
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Windup Watch Fair NYC 2026 returns to Manhattan’s Center415 for three days of watch showcases, new releases, and interactive experiences, featuring over 160 brands including lead sponsors Bremont, Brew, Bulova, Christopher Ward, and Oris. The event runs from Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18, with free public access
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The inaugural “Time At Wynn” event, held from August 21‑23 2026 at Wynn Las Vegas, offered an exclusive, invite‑only experience for high‑end watch enthusiasts, top clients, and select media. Organized directly by Wynn’s resort staff rather than by watch brands or industry groups, the two‑day
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Hodinkee Happy Hour returns to SoHo on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the Watches of Switzerland store on 60 Greene Street, New York. The casual gathering will feature food from Upside Pizza, drinks from Grotta, and the opportunity to view a selection
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Geneva Watch Days 2026 will take place from September 2‑6, gathering 68 watchmakers across the city for a five‑day showcase of brand presentations and new launches. The event is decentralized, with activities spread among various showrooms, while the Rotonde du Mont‑Blanc hosts the Main Pavilion and Blue
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Watch Week Aspen 2026 set a new attendance record, drawing over 300 participants and featuring 19 watch brands, retailers, and industry partners across four days of events. The festival, held from August 13‑16, offered 40 diverse programs throughout downtown Aspen, turning boutiques, galleries, hotels, and public spaces into venues
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Audemars Piguet’s “Perspectives On Time” exhibition will be held from September 10‑13, 2026 at the Gallery Theatre of the National Museum of Singapore. The pop‑up showcases 150 years of the brand’s heritage across four curated spaces, featuring historic wrist and pocket watches, astronomical and open‑worked
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Bucherer’s Masterworks Days roadshow brings the exclusive Masterworks retail concept directly to watch enthusiasts, offering intimate, invitation‑only events where collectors can engage with independent brands, their CEOs, designers, and senior managers. The series, launched in 2022, creates a conversational space that showcases avant‑garde timepieces and allows participants
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WatchPro is bringing the Women in Watches event to Miami on Friday, November 6, 2026, in partnership with TIMELUXE. The morning will feature a networking breakfast followed by two panel discussions: one focusing on career opportunities for women across the watch industry, and another examining how women’s preferences are
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The Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week returns in 2026, expanding on its successful inaugural edition with more than double the number of participating brands and a partnership with the Fondation Haute Horlogerie. Hosted at the luxury Siam Paragon mall from September 22nd to 27th, the event will attract thousands of
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The event celebrated Hodinkee’s Happy Hour at the One Vanderbilt venue, beginning with a gathering at the Watches of Switzerland showroom where guests, including Deputy Editor Tim Jeffreys, were welcomed and invited to participate in a quick Wrist Check. Afterward, attendees moved to the event space, enjoying hors d&
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The Islander Saltaire Solar Diver made its debut at the Windup Watch Shop Showroom on the evening of August 13, 2026, drawing an enthusiastic crowd eager to experience the new solar‑powered diver watch firsthand. Attendees gathered around the display trays to examine the dial textures, case finishing, and innovative