Fall High Point Market takes place October 16 to 20. Get a head start with these Friday events. For more, check out BOH’s Designer’s Guide to High Point Market.

Design Harmony: Science in Design Summit

9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.

In a presentation designed to bring the home furnishings industry face to face with science, Mike Peterson and Linda Kafka explore research and empirical evidence that proves design’s impact on physical and mental health. RSVP: universalfurniture.com/marketevents

Navigating Market like a Pro

2 p.m.–3 p.m. | The Point

Go from clueless to in-the-know with insider tips from HPMKT veterans Traci Zeller, Arianne Bellizaire and Marisa Wilson, the author of The Cool Girl’s Guide to High Point Market. They’ll be sharing everything from the best events to attend to showrooms you can’t miss.

High Point Market Authority Presents a Free Community Concert: Fitz and The Tantrums

7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. | Truist Point Stadium

High Point Market Authority hosts Fitz and The Tantrums for an evening of excitement and energy at High Point’s baseball stadium, Truist Point. Fall Market guests can use their pass to gain access to a VIP area on the infield, no tickets required. Doors open at 6 p.m. More info, including special shuttle details: concert.highpointmarket.org