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DALLAS (December 11, 2025) — DIY CON, a first-of-its-kind immersive event celebrating the creativity, confidence, and community of modern DIYers, today announced Apartment Therapy Media, a leading independent home site inspiring readers to create DIY projects and happier homes, as the event’s official media partner of 2026.

Held in Dallas at Dallas Fair Park from November 6-8, 2026, DIY CON brings together a dynamic community of innovators, educators, creators, and the DIY community for a three-day celebration of all things hands-on DIY for the home. From immersive workshops and expert-led demos to conversations with some of the most influential celebrities in DIY and design, the event is designed to empower DIYers of all levels to transform their spaces with creativity, curiosity, and confidence.

“Partnering with Apartment Therapy Media strengthens our vision for DIY CON as the premier destination for DIYers, makers, and creators,” said SVP of RX Global, Beth Casson.  “This partnership not only amplifies our mission to celebrate the DIY spirit, but also elevates the entire event experience, bringing our incredible community together in one immersive, hands-on space and expanding our reach to home enthusiasts everywhere.”

Serving as DIY CON’s official media partner, Apartment Therapy Media will showcase event highlights, amplify standout creators, and provide audiences with exclusive content from across the event including trend takeaways, project inspiration, expert advice, and behind-the-scenes access that reflects the brand’s commitment to practical, accessible, real-life home improvement and DIY projects. They will also exhibit innovative DIY brands and projects at the 2026 event, welcoming all attendees to try its projects hands-on and learn more about its mission in providing independent, home-driven content to home enthusiasts nationwide.

"Helping people create happier, healthier homes is at the heart of everything we do at Apartment Therapy,” said Riva Syrop, President of Apartment Therapy Media. “DIY CON empowers home enthusiasts with the guidance and skills to shape their spaces with creativity and confidence. The festival is a perfect alignment with our mission, and we’re delighted to be the official media partner."

Known for championing real homes and real people, Apartment Therapy inspires a global community to bring more joy and personal style into their spaces, values that closely mirror DIY CON’s mission to democratize creativity, and make hands-on home projects achievable for all.

DIY CON attendees can expect immersive, community-driven experiences that celebrate the joy of making, along with the resources to bring ideas to life. Together, Apartment Therapy Media and DIY CON will spotlight the imagination and passion powering today’s DIY industry.

At DIY CON, creativity isn’t just watched — it’s built, and we welcome DIYers at all skill levels to be a part of it! For more information and to stay updated on DIY CON, visit diycon.com, and follow us at @diycon on Instagram, and @diyconofficial on Tiktok.

About DIY CON: Created from the belief that everyone can build something great, DIY CON is an immersive event that celebrates creativity and capability. Built for those who build it themselves and a celebration of skill, creativity, and I got this spirit of the modern DIYer.The event brings together DIYers of all skill levels from beginners to full-time professionals to learn, experiment, and connect through interactive workshops, creator-led sessions, live brand experiences, and DIY activations for every aspect of the home. Created by RX Global, the producers of world-renowned fan events including New York Comic Con and Star Wars Celebration, DIY CON empowers people to dream it, design it, and do it themselves.

About RX: RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com.

About Apartment Therapy Media: Founded in 2001 and developed into a media company in 2005, Apartment Therapy Media helps people make their homes more organized, healthy, and beautiful by connecting them to a wealth of resources, ideas, and community through its brands, Apartment Therapy, Kitchn, Cubby, and Dorm Therapy.

Apartment Therapy is the leading independent home site, designed to inspire anyone to live a happy life at home. Launched by interior designer Maxwell Ryan (nicknamed "the apartment therapist") as a weekly newsletter for clients, Apartment Therapy grew to become a top source for design inspiration, real-life solutions, and an inside look at how people live. Apartment Therapy is a Webby-award winning brand attracting a monthly global audience of 20M with content spanning across house tours, home projects, organizing & cleaning, real estate, wellness, and home buying.

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