Needlepoint Palooza 2027

Needlepoint Palooza

Needlepoint Palooza is proud to present a three-day instructional retreat designed for stitchers from across the country. Following the incredible success of our 2025 and 2026 events, we eagerly began planning an even more exciting and expanded experience for 2027—with some truly special additions in store.

EVENT REGISTRATION FEE IS $625.00.

Cancellation Policy: Event tickets are non-refundable. Event tickets are transferable with prior approval by contacting: ndlptpalooza@gmailcom. Our waitlist will be used to fill cancellations.

Optional class fees are separate and will open for registration May 17th, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

New, Expanded Venue
The Hyatt Regency Greenville
220 N. Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601

What Attendees Can Expect with Registration:

• Ample time and expanded space to relax, stitch, and connect with fellow needlepoint enthusiasts from all over the nation
• Opportunities to participate in a wide variety of instructional classes led by nationally recognized teachers.
• Three full days of shopping for all things needlepoint and beyond, featuring a curated selection of exhibitors, designers, and needlepoint shops
• A centrally located venue in downtown Greenville, within walking distance of restaurants, museums, parks, shopping, and more
• Daily lunches provided, along with morning coffee, and snacks and beverages available throughout the event
• A thoughtfully curated SWAG experience for all attendees
• A dedicated room block within the event venue for attendees (rooms are expected to fill quickly)

Palooza Headliner
Elizabeth Crane Swartz — featured exhibitor and keynote speaker

Headline Teachers & Classes
Tamara Abdee, Patricia Sone, Frances Jue, Stefanie Chase, Melanie Branham, Kelly Starke, Darci McKinnon, Kristine Kingston, Cherie Whipple and  Mahj Made Easy. A specially curated class lineup is being thoughtfully designed to offer a diverse range of experiences, including four unique finishing classes, a painting workshop, stitching embellishment sessions, felting technique class,  ribbon class, introduction to decorative stitching, mahjong play instruction with opportunities for competitive play, and our highly sought-after Stitching in Motion Greenville Trolley Ride.

Instructional classes are offered à la carte and will require separate registration. (May 17th, 2026)

 Registrants will be notified by email with class opportunities and registration details.

Looking Ahead to 2027
We’re going bigger than ever—with an expanded venue, increased attendance capacity, and no lottery system. That means more opportunities to attend and a simpler, more accessible registration process for everyone.